About the Port
Greenland's second-largest town rises around a sheltered bay some 40 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle, its brightly painted houses set against a backdrop of rugged fjords and open tundra. Sisimiut takes its name from the fox dens once common in the surrounding landscape, and evidence of settlement here stretches back roughly 4,500 years, a history traced through artifacts at the local museum.
Beyond the compact center, trails lead into backcountry terrain favored by hikers and kayakers, with chances to spot Arctic wildlife along the way. The old harbor area sits within easy walking distance of the pier, making it simple to explore colorful lanes and waterfront views before venturing farther afield. Long daylight hours in summer add extra time for taking in the surrounding wilderness at an unhurried pace.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Sisimiut .
Browse Sisimiut Museum
A cluster of turf-roofed buildings and a former blubber house hold artifacts spanning 4,500 years of Arctic settlement, including kayaks and hunting tools. Steps from the old harbor, it's an easy walk from the pier.
Hike the Backcountry Trails
Marked routes climb from town into open tundra and rocky hills, with chances to spot reindeer, arctic hares, or sea eagles overhead. Even a short out-and-back gains sweeping views over the bay and fjords.
Wander the Colorful Old Harbor
Timber houses in red, blue, and yellow line the waterfront near the original settlement site, offering an easy stroll with photo-worthy views of fishing boats and the surrounding coastline.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Sisimiut
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | HX | MS Roald Amundsen | 25 | $23,436 | |
| Aug 14, 2026 | HX | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 25 | $22,423 | |
| Aug 14, 2026 | HX | MS Fridtjof Nansen | 25 | $22,423 | |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Swan Hellenic | SH Vega | 12 | $8,100 | |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Ponant Cruises | L'Austral | 16 | $28,150 | |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Wind | 14 | $15,820 | |
| Aug 18, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 26 | $47,282 | |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Polaris | 12 | $15,899 | |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Swan Hellenic | SH Vega | 7 | $6,550 | |
| Aug 29, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 15 | $21,405 | |
| Aug 30, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Wind | 14 | $15,100 | |
| Sep 2, 2026 | HX | MS Roald Amundsen | 20 | $15,087 | |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Swan Hellenic | SH Vega | 14 | $9,425 | |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Polaris | 12 | $15,199 | |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Atlas Ocean Voyages | World Navigator | 17 | $13,951 | |
| Mar 27, 2027 | Ponant Cruises | Le Commandant Charcot | 8 | $23,120 | |
| Apr 28, 2027 | Ponant Cruises | Le Commandant Charcot | 15 | $28,040 | |
| Jun 25, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Wind | 14 | $17,280 | |
| Jun 27, 2027 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Octantis | 26 | $34,999 | |
| Jun 28, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Symphony | 54 | $31,600 |
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