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Nuuk Cruise Port, Greenland

Nuuk Cruise Port Greenland

The Port of Nuuk is located on the southwest coast of Greenland, at the mouth of the Nuup Kangerlua fjord. Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, offers a unique insight into Greenland’s culture and history. The National Museum of Greenland is a must-see, showcasing Inuit artifacts, including the famous Qilakitsoq mummies, which date back more than 500 years.

Nuuk’s vibrant cultural scene is evident in its modern art, music, and cuisine, with local restaurants offering dishes made with reindeer, muskoxen, and fresh Arctic seafood.

Useful Information

Language

Greenlandic is the official language. Danish and English is also widely understood.

Tips

Tipping is not customary in Greenland.

Currency

DKKDanish krone

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Time difference

UTC: -3

from New York: +2h

from San Francisco: +4h

from London: -3h

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Weather

MonthTemperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit)
Precipitations
Minimum
Average
Maximum
(mminch)
January
-1014
-719
-424
391.50
February
-1113
-818
-524
471.75
March
-1113
-818
-523
502.00
April
-621
-425
-131
461.75
May
-229
133
438
552.25
June
134
439
846
622.50
July
439
744
1151
823.25
August
439
643
1050
893.50
September
235
438
643
883.50
October
-328
-131
235
702.75
November
-622
-426
-130
743.00
December
-916
-621
-326
542.25

Where is located the Port of Nuuk Cruise Terminal

Your ship will dock at the Nuuk Cruise Port at one of its two piers. From there, shuttles will be arranged to go to the city. The attractions are 2 km away and can be reached on foot in 30 minutes. Some cruise lines organize a shuttle bus to the center of the city.
Find an hotel in Nuuk.

Travelling around the Nuuk Cruise Port

Buses run through the city. Line #1 passes near the port and goes to the center of the city.
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Things to do in Nuuk

Landmarks

Hans Egede Statue

Hans Egede was a Danish missionary who was one of the first to translate the Greenlandic language.

Nuuk Cathedral

This Lutheran cathedral made of red wood was built between 1848 and 1849.

Kaassassuk

Sculpture depicting the legend about an orphan who gained great strength following the encounter with a mythical being.

Arctic Winter Games Memorial Monument

2016 Arctic Games Memorial. Very special competitions are held during these games, such as Airplane, the Kneel Jump and the Snow Snake.

Mother of the sea

Sculpture depicting the legend of the origin of Greenland’s animals.

Museums

Greenland National Museum

Découvrez 4 500 ans d’histoire du Groenland à travers ces expositions ethnographiques et archéologiques. Vous y verrez des momies, des costumes traditionnels, des embarcations d’époque.

Nature

Nuuk Boardwalk

Boardwalk that runs along the coast.

Activities

Nuuk Cultural Center

The cultural centre building architecture depicts the Northern Lights. Films and artistic performances are presented.

Nuuk City Hall

You can see works of art in the building.

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