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Stories, conversation & local life

Meet the LocalsSocial City Walk

Discover Trondheim through the people who live here. Walk through the city's history with a local guide, then sit down together for a drink, a small bite and the kind of conversation no guidebook can give you.

Local guide leading a small-group city walk in Trondheim
✦ Walk together · Sit together
Duration2 hours
PriceNOK 950 per guest
StartRavnkloa at 16:00
IncludedDrink & local snack
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The experience

More than monuments—a city made personal

Trondheim has kings, saints, wooden palaces and a cathedral known across Europe. But a place becomes memorable through the smaller stories: the songs people carried with them, the streets where everyday life unfolded and the places locals still choose to meet.

Your guide connects the famous landmarks with voices from the city, from Ravnkloa and the old centre to Vår Frue Church, Nidaros Cathedral, the river and Bakklandet. The final part is not another lecture. We sit down at Antikvariatet for about 40 minutes, share a drink and snack, and leave room for questions and real conversation.

The local difference

You are not walking behind a script.

The route gives the experience its shape, but the group gives it life. Ask about Trondheim today, Norwegian habits, local culture or the stories that caught your attention. This is a city walk designed for connection.

History with a human voice

Meet saints, resistance voices and everyday Trønders through stories tied to the streets.

Landmarks and hidden corners

See key sights while also noticing the small places and details ordinary tours pass by.

Time around the table

Finish at Antikvariatet with approximately 40 minutes for a drink, snack and conversation.

A local, not a loudspeaker

Walk in a small-group atmosphere where questions and personal interests are welcome.

Your walk through Trondheim

Meet at RavnkloaBegin by the fish market and Last Viking statue, where the city meets the water.
Through the living cityWalk past local meeting places, hidden lanes and Vår Frue Church.
Saints, songs and resistanceHear stories including the young Trondheim resistance fighter and songwriter Oscar Hoddø.
Nidaros and the riverMeet Trondheim's great cathedral before continuing toward Gamle Bybro and Bakklandet.
Sit down at AntikvariatetEnd with a drink, small bite and relaxed conversation together.
Before you go

Practical information

Meeting point

  • Ravnkloa, Munkegata 66
  • Benches by the Last Viking statue
  • Central and easy to reach on foot
  • Arrive 10 minutes before departure
  • The walk finishes at Antikvariatet

What to wear

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Clothing suited to the forecast
  • Rain jacket on wet days
  • Warm layer outside the summer season
  • A small umbrella if preferred

Route & pace

  • Approximately 80 minutes walking
  • About 40 minutes seated together
  • Relaxed city pace
  • Some cobblestones and gentle slopes
  • Route may adapt to the group
Questions & answers

Good to know

Is this a traditional historical city tour?

History is important, but this walk is more social and personal than a conventional sightseeing tour. We connect major landmarks with local voices, everyday culture and time for conversation.

What is included at Antikvariatet?

One drink and a small snack are included. The exact serving may vary, and dietary requirements should be shared when booking.

How much walking is involved?

The walking portion lasts approximately 80 minutes at a relaxed pace, followed by around 40 minutes seated at Antikvariatet.

Does the tour operate in rain?

Yes, normal Trondheim weather is part of city life. Dress for the forecast. The route may be adjusted if conditions make a particular area unsuitable.

Is the walk accessible?

The route includes city pavements, some cobblestones and gentle slopes. Contact us before booking if you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility so we can assess and adapt the route.

Can we book a private version?

Yes. Private walks can be arranged for families, friends, companies and cruise groups, with timing and emphasis adapted to your interests.

Local stories · Shared table · Real conversation

Do not just visit.
Come and meet us.

Walk through Trondheim's history, then sit down with a local and talk about the city as it is lived today.

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