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Things to do in Longyearbyen (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August 2025) | Trip.com

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Svalbard Global Seed Vault

5.2

5.0/52 Reviews

Open year round, 24/7

M43***18:“Highlights of the attraction ‌ ‌Human Life Bank‌ Known as the "Doomsday Seed Bank", it stores millions of crop seeds worldwide. It is designed to cope with species extinction caused by extreme disasters (such as nuclear war and climate change) and is the "last line of defense" to ensure food security‌12. The design is extremely safe and can withstand earthquakes and nuclear weapons. Because the permafrost environment has a natural constant temperature and humidity, it will not be affected by a 60-meter rise in sea level‌23. ‌Unique Geography and Symbolic Significance‌ Located 1,300 kilometers within the Arctic Circle, near Longyearbyen (only 5 kilometers from the city center), it is known as the "land of hope at the end of the world"‌14. The building's appearance is simple but futuristic. The underground warehouse goes deep into the mountain. Although tourists cannot enter the interior, they can check in and take photos on the periphery‌34. ‌Polar Experience‌ The surrounding area can be combined with polar activities: watch the aurora in winter and experience the polar day in summer (currently during the polar day period, you can visit all day)‌45. There are attractions such as the Svalbard Museum and the Arctic Exploration Museum nearby, and you can also join the polar expedition group organized by the locals‌14. ‌Tourist Comments‌ ‌Tracy Zyc‌ (2025-03-12): “5 points! Longyearbyen prohibits death, but hides the greatest ‘life bank’. Tens of thousands of seeds sleep here, and the end of the world is also a place of hope. The scenery is different during the polar day and night, and it is recommended to join the tour and check in.”‌4 ‌Frog‌ (social media): “The seed bank is like Noah’s Ark, a backup for human civilization. It is located on the mountain opposite the Longyearbyen Airport, and the permafrost environment allows seeds to be preserved for thousands of years without worry.”‌3 ‌Practical Information‌ ‌Opening Hours‌: Open all day throughout the year‌14. ‌Transportation‌: It can be reached by driving or taking a taxi from Longyearbyen for about 5 kilometers‌34. ‌Notes‌: The interior is not open to the public, and only external visits are allowed. The polar climate is changeable, and windproof and warm clothing is required. It is recommended to plan the itinerary in combination with other attractions in Longyearbyen (such as the pier and museum)‌14. ‌Summary‌ The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is not only a scientific miracle, but also carries humanity's profound thoughts on the future. Its polar location and doomsday backup settings give the trip a unique philosophical and ritual sense, suitable for explorers who pursue niche in-depth tours. If you plan a trip to the Arctic, you might as well list this as one of the must-visit places! (For more detailed itinerary suggestions or aurora viewing guides, you can further supplement‌15.)”

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Restaurant Nansen

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旅行种草姬🐑:“#Creative Incentive Plan Share 10,000 Yuan Cash 🌍❗️【Must-read before the trip: Polar Safety Tips】 🥳Recommendation reason: Longyearbyen is located in the Arctic Circle, and you need to know the polar survival rules in advance. 🌼Key Tips: You must carry bear spray or follow a gun-wielding guide when leaving the city (polar bear infestation area). 🍃Environmental regulations: It is forbidden to destroy vegetation or leave garbage, and respect the fragile ecology. 🏙Seasonal preparation: Windproof and warm equipment is required in winter at -30°C; mosquito repellent masks are prepared in summer (polar mosquitoes are active). 🛵【Snowmobile Polar Expedition】 📍Arctic Glaciers and Abandoned Mines ❗️Highlights: Winter-only project, cross the snowfield to visit the Soviet coal mine ruins. 🍀Recommended route: Longyearbyen → Barentsburg (Russian settlement) → East Coast Glacier. 🌺Duration: Full-day tour is about 8 hours, including hot drinks and light meals. ❤️Tips: An international driver's license is required (some operators accept translated copies). 📍[World's northernmost human settlement] Ny-Ålesund Research Village 🌿Address: 1 hour flight or 6 hours boat ride from Longyearbyen. ❗️Features: A gathering place for Arctic research stations from various countries, preserving the remains of early explorers. ❤️Must-check-in: Amundsen Monument (departure point of the Arctic airship in 1926). ❌Note: Drones are prohibited to avoid interfering with scientific research equipment. 📸[Aurora Secret: Adventfjorden Fjord] Best shooting spots: 1. Mountaintop cable car station: overlooking the colorful wooden houses and the aurora. 2. Frozen fjord: In winter, you can walk to the ice to shoot the reflection of the aurora. 🌺Season: October-March of the following year, the probability of clear night sky is high. ✅【Must experience: dog sledding through the tundra】 🌴Recommended operator: Green Dog Svalbard ❗️Itinerary highlights: Interact with Alaskan Huskies and learn to drive a sled. Tundra morning tea: beside the campfire. 🍠Suitable for the crowd: family-friendly (ages over 6 years old can participate). 🏰【Polar historical landmark: Svalbard Museum】 📍Address: Longyearbyen 9171 🧭Opening hours: 10:00-17:00, tickets are about NOK 120. 🍱【Arctic flavor: Huset Restaurant】 ❤️Food highlights: (Traditional Sami cuisine). 🌺Environment: A century-old miner's cabin was transformed, hiding the largest wine cellar in Northern Europe. 🍃Reservation: You need to make a reservation on the official website in advance (it is difficult to find a seat during the peak season). 💐[Polar Greenhouse: Spring in the Arctic Circle] Svalbard Gartneriet Greenhouse 📍Address: Longyearbyen Industrial Zone ❗️Features: Using geothermal heat to grow fresh vegetables and supply restaurants throughout the city. 🥒Visit content: Tomato and vanilla planting areas, learn about polar agricultural technology. ❤️Souvenir: Strawberry jam produced in the greenhouse (limited to summer). �[Travel Tips] 🌼Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK), credit cards are popular. 🚗Transportation: It is within walking distance in the city, and remote activities rely on travel agencies to connect. 💐Network: There is 4G in the city, but no signal in the wild. 🌱Souvenirs: Polar bear-themed handicrafts (confirm legal source). #The most asked place in Moments #Niche Discovery Club Longyearbyen is a great gateway to explore the Arctic, combining polar wilderness with human history, suitable for adventurers who seek unique experiences!”