Currency
Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Language
Norwegian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
10-14 nights
Price Range
From $1,200 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to the Arctic's pristine wilderness, offering unparalleled opportunities to experience polar landscapes, wildlife, and the midnight sun in the world's northernmost settlement.
Cruises that visit Longyearbyen
- cruises to Longyearbyen
- Longyearbyen sailings
- Longyearbyen cruises
- 7-night Polar Latitudes Expeditions cruise
- 7-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 7-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 7-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night Silversea cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 7-night Polar Latitudes Expeditions cruise
- 7-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 8-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 8-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 8-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 8-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night Polar Latitudes Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Silversea cruise
- 9-night Poseidon Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 9-night Silversea cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 10-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night HX Expeditions cruise
- 10-night Swan Hellenic cruise
- 10-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 10-night Quark Expeditions cruise
Build Your Day in Longyearbyen
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Svalbard Museum
Exhibitions on local history & culture
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
The Svalbard Store
Reasonable prices considering how remote Svalbard is.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Restaurant Kroa (Steakers Svalbard AS)
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Longyearbyen Harbour
Onsite services
Svalbar - Pub & Cocktails
Dine-in·Takeout
Stationen
Highly recommended if you’re looking for a great dinner in Longyearbyen.
Svalbard Brewery
Onsite services
Mary-Ann's Polarrigg
The bar has some amazing beers and staff very helpful.
Huset Restaurant
Dine-in·No delivery
Closes soon · 8 PM
Café Huskies
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Thu
Fruene AS
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Gruve 3
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Funken Lodge
Cozy hotel offering glacier views
Vinterhagen Restaurant & Bar
A must go if you’re in Longyearbyen and want to have a nice dinner
Barentz Gastropub
Dine-in·Takeout
Karlsberger Pub
Onsite services
North Pole Expedition Museum
North Pole expedition history exhibits
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Camp Barentz
Great guides and activities
Svalbard Hotell | Polfareren
Lovely service - very accessible at the south end of central Longyearbyen.
Svalbard Husky AS
Knowledgeable guides, great scenery, easy to learn how to run the “sled”.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Better Moments AS
Onsite services·Online appointments
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Lompen Senteret
Very beautiful small little 2-floor mall in Longyearbyen town.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
NUGA Sushi & Noodles
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Svalbard Adventures
Incredible stories not only about Longyearbyen but also about the animals.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Saenphet Thai
Delivery: 4 PM–9 PM Thu
Closes soon · 8 PM
Spitzbergen Adventures AS
Onsite services·Online appointments
Funken Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout
Polar Bear Sign
You have to visit the polar bear sign in Longyearbyen!
Svalbard Tourist Information - Visit Svalbard
Do not hesitate to book activities with this company.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Gruvelageret
Excellent dinner, great atmosphere and perfect service.
Restaurant Nansen
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions
A walk through an ice cave tunnel was a highlight.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Poli Arctici
The snowmobile ride itself was an incredible experience.
Restaurant Polfareren
Dine-in
Longyearbyen Camping
The nearby beaches have tons of birdlife, foxes, and even walruses!
Sportscenteret Svalbard
They helped me a lot with all kinds of equipment during my stay on Svalbard.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Tio Monchos
The potato and parsnip soup was the best soup I've had in my life.
Temporarily closed
Longyearbyen Kulturhus
Longyear78 Outdoor & Expeditions
Lot of good quality stuff for reasonable price (but it's Svalbard!).
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Discover Svalbard AS
We visited Longyearbyen and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Spitsbergen Sport
Great selection of survival gear and warm clothes.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Nordover Art Centre & Cinema
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Longyearbyen Guiding AS
I highly recommend a tour with Magnus and Longyearbyen Guiding.
Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Souvenir Svalbard
The best souvenir shop in the whole of Longyearbyen.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Nordpolet
Good selection and prices!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Arctica
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Gullgruva Arctic Design
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Blomsterdalshøgda
Open 24 hours
Frost Spitsbergen
Excellent selection of cold weather clothing.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Svalbard Brenneri
LONGYEARBYEN
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Longyearbyen
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen stands as one of the Arctic's most dynamic cruise hubs, with ten major cruise lines—including Quark Expeditions, PONANT EXPLORATIONS, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Silversea—offering over 200 sailings annually. Whether you're embarking on an expedition or arriving as a port of call, this Norwegian settlement serves as the launchpad for unforgettable Arctic adventures. Most voyages span ten nights, with peak season running from May through September, when conditions are ideal for exploring the Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen, and remote destinations like Ny-Ålesund and Hornsund.
Ashore in Longyearbyen, you'll find a surprisingly cosmopolitan Arctic community where colorful buildings cling to dramatic mountainsides and the midnight sun illuminates long summer days. The port itself is compact and walkable, offering visitors a chance to experience authentic Arctic culture, browse local shops and galleries, and prepare for the remarkable wildlife and wilderness encounters that await on your cruise itinerary.
Ashore in Longyearbyen, you'll find a surprisingly cosmopolitan Arctic community where colorful buildings cling to dramatic mountainsides and the midnight sun illuminates long summer days. The port itself is compact and walkable, offering visitors a chance to experience authentic Arctic culture, browse local shops and galleries, and prepare for the remarkable wildlife and wilderness encounters that await on your cruise itinerary.
Cruise Lines at Longyearbyen
- HX Expeditions (84 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (38 cruises)
- Quark Expeditions (36 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (29 cruises)
- Swan Hellenic (28 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (22 cruises)
- Silversea (18 cruises)
- Polar Latitudes Expeditions (14 cruises)
- Seabourn (12 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (8 cruises)
- Poseidon Expeditions (8 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (4 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Longyearbyen
Cruises Visiting Longyearbyen
Ship Schedule at Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen Location
Other Cruise Ports in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longyearbyen Port (SJLYR)?
An official port facility located in Longyearbyen, the largest settlement in Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
Is the harbor open year-round?
No—the harbor is blocked by ice in winter, making sea access seasonal.
What are nearby attractions or facilities?
UNIS Centre and Svalbard Museum are nearby; shops and services are within easy walking distance.
How can I travel to Longyearbyen?
The airport provides year-round service, while sea access is seasonal.