Cathedral of The Northern Lights

A well known modern structure in Alta, reflecting the famous characteristics of the capital of the Northern Lights. It looks more like a spaceship than a church, with steel exterior and a steeple resembling a new aged chimney. Good attraction for tourism. Not a religious person, I did not go inside, there was a few people queueing for tickets. It's appx $10 usd. This new church is not far from the main area, with a few shops around and local buses run frequently. There's a smaller church within 10 mins walk, it is worth a visit, also.

This was one of my very 1st stops when I visited Alta, Norway. I was stuck by the photos I had seen online and wanted the opportunity to see it for myself, and it definitely didn't disappoint! The architecture was impressive, and sleek! I have seen some of the negative reviews for this cathedral, mainly due to the entry fee to go inside. But for me the exterior was my primary focus, so not paying to go inside was fine with me. If you visit Alta, I'm not sure how you can come and go without visiting this wonderful place. I enjoyed it so much I came back for nighttime photos!

Northern Lights Cathedral is a very impressing monument built in concrete and steel. Its tower reflects even the northern lights during bright nights in winter time. The church usually opens at Lunchtime. During summer between 9 am and 3 pm, in winter time from 1 pm to 3 pm

Very cool and different church. Definitely something to see if you have time. Also a great way to support locals. You have to buy a ticket to enter.

It's a unique and beautifully designed church. To see the inside as a parishioner or even as a visitor would be fine, but as a "tourist " I'll save you the quickest 7 dollars you'd probably ever spend to see one room inside a church. My advice is take it in from the outside.

A stunning piece of architecture on the outside. Amazingly quiet and interesting inside, if a little too grey. Great coffee and snack selection, very kind service.

Stunning from the outside. The architecture is incredible. There's a very small fee to enter and you have to pay extra to watch a 20 minute video about the northern lights if you want to see it. The inside of the church is also very impressive, but I somehow expected more colour, with it being the Cathedral of the northern lights. Still definitely worth a visit as it's a very unusual place to see.

We visited this Cathedral in a dead winter time which was 12 degrees below zero! The church was surrounded by snow made the church looks more peaceful and beautiful! There are also ice sculptures displayed at the ramps into the church! Inside the church also very nice and very Scandinavian! Acoustic sound also amazing! Wish one day to come back to enjoy the sound of the organ music playing here!