The perfect weekend in Trondheim

Long summer days along Nidelven, outdoor dining at Solsiden and short distances between culture, shopping and exceptional dining make Trondheim the perfect destination for a summer weekend escape.

From morning coffee in Bakklandet to late summer evenings with dinner and cocktails, Trondheim offers historic surroundings, vibrant city life and memorable culinary experiences.

Located in the heart of the city, Britannia Hotel is within easy walking distance of Nidelven, Bakklandet, cultural attractions and some of Trondheim’s most sought-after restaurants and experiences. Here are our favourite recommendations for the perfect weekend in Trondheim, from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.

One of the best things about Trondheim is how easily the city can be experienced on foot. Once checked in at Britannia Hotel, Midtbyen, Trondheim’s historic city centre, Nidelven and the city’s cultural scene are all within easy walking distance.

Start the weekend with cocktails at Britannia Bar or explore a wide selection of wines and wine-based cocktails at Vinbaren, before heading out into the city centre, where cobbled streets, outdoor dining and summer life set the tone.

Trondheim has established itself as one of the Nordic region’s most exciting culinary destinations, known for exceptional local produce and restaurants that attract guests from around the world.

For a relaxed start to the weekend, Jonathan Grill is a natural choice. Here, Japanese table grills meet international flavours in a modern steakhouse setting. Afterwards, the evening often continues back at Britannia, with cocktails in Britannia Bar or a glass of wine in Vinbaren.

Summer mornings at Britannia move at a slower pace. Start the day with breakfast in Palmehaven before retreating to Britannia Spa for a few peaceful hours by the pool, in the sauna or enjoying a treatment. From there, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy.

No weekend in Trondheim is complete without a stroll through Bakklandet. Colourful wooden houses, small cafés and cobbled streets make Bakklandet especially charming on warm summer days.

Continue across the Old Town Bridge and along Nidelven towards Nidaros Cathedral, all within walking distance of Britannia Hotel.

If you would like to experience Trondheim beyond the ordinary, our concierge team will be delighted to tailor your stay, from culinary experiences to culture and summer activities throughout the city.

After a few hours in the city, there is no better place to pause than Palmehaven, where Britannia’s classic Afternoon Tea is served beneath the iconic palm trees. Throughout the year, guests gather here to enjoy seasonal dining experiences in historic surroundings.

Just across the street from Britannia Hotel lies PoMo, Trondheim’s new museum for modern and contemporary art.

Here, international art meets striking architecture and contemporary design, before the day continues with shopping, lunch in the sunshine or a leisurely stroll along Nidelven and back to Britannia.

As evening falls over Trondheim, the outdoor terraces fill with life and the city takes on a new rhythm.

At Nye Hjorten Teater, summer evenings are shaped by performances, theatre and live entertainment in the heart of the city.

Begin the evening with dinner at Brasserie Britannia, where classic dishes and lively surroundings set the tone before the curtain rises. Afterwards, the night often continues back at Britannia, with cocktails in Britannia Bar or a stroll through Trondheim’s summer streets.

Sundays in Trondheim are made for slowing down and enjoying the final hours in the city.

Start the day with a long breakfast before a final stroll through the city centre. Perhaps there is time for a coffee by the river, a visit to Nidaros Cathedral, an afternoon at PoMo or a few peaceful hours at Britannia Spa before departure.