8 Best Countries To See Northern Lights

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13 June 2025

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, offer a breathtaking spectacle of colours in the night sky


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If you're planning to chase the Northern Lights and prefer tourist-friendly destinations, here are the 8 best places to catch the aurora in its full glory 


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Tromso, Norway - Often called the “Gateway to the Arctic,” Tromso offers frequent aurora sightings and scenic fjords from September to March


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Abisko, Sweden - Known for its consistently clear skies, Abisko is one of the most reliable spots to see the Northern Lights in winter


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Lapland, Finland - A magical region where you can watch the aurora from glass igloos surrounded by snow-covered forests


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Reykjavik and Vik, Iceland - Both of these places offer excellent opportunities to view the Northern Lights. Here you can also enjoy Iceland's natural beauty 


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Yukon, Canada - A remote and wild destination with vast open skies and some of the brightest auroras on Earth


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Fairbanks, Alaska - One of the top US spots, offering high aurora activity, dark skies, and natural hot springs


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Isle of Skye, Scotland - Though rare, the “Mirrie Dancers” are sometimes visible here against stunning coastal cliffs and moors


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Kangerlussuaq, Greenland - Far from city lights, this small town offers raw, uninterrupted views of the aurora borealis


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