Bodo is the most important gateway to the Lofoten islands with both air and water transport facilities to these splendid island in Norway.

Bodo city is a central hub for coastal shipping, tourism, and fishing and serves as the port for Sulitjelma copper and pyrite mines.

However, the city was heavily ruined in World War II, but with the time, it has emerged as one of the main tourist attraction in Norway. The major attractions of the city include
The Norwegian aviation Museum provides tourists with a comprehensive and interesting insight into the history of Norwegian civil and military aviation.

Saltstraumen Adventure Centre is another marvelous tourist destination, which is set in magnificent scenery on the shore of the world’s strongest tidal current. Here the curious visitor can discover the fascinating 10,000-year history of the area in an active and exciting way starting from Ice age to the present day.

Bodo city plays host to various cultural festivals like “Nordland Musikkfestuke" in summer and “Bodo Hardcore Festival" in early winter. Each year these festivals attract huge visitors to the city.