In what countries can one see the Northern Lights?

Why Go: Greenland still remains a final frontier for the average traveler and from its interior ice remains optimal location, however more accessible areas south and east of Greenland provide just as good viewing opportunities. You can see northern lights from most parts of the country (similar to Iceland). read more

Pingvellir National Park, most of the country Unlike other places where you can see the Northern Lights, Iceland is the only location where you can spot the Borealis from almost anywhere in the country as long as you’re outside Reykjavik. The wide open plains of Pingvellir National Park is perhaps the most popular viewing site. read more

Regions such as central and southern Scandinavia and the north-central United States as well as Scotland also frequently see Northern Lights, but not as often. Svalbard sees less Northern Lights than Northern Scandinavia, but is a place to observe the fainter Day Northern Lights during its long Polar night. read more

Greenland remains a final frontier for the average traveler and its interior ice remains the optimal viewing location. However, more accessible areas south and east provide equally good viewing opportunities. You can see the northern lights from most parts of the country, similar to Iceland. read more