Greenland
North America · GRL
Editorial Snapshot
Why Go To Greenland
Greenland is for travelers who want huge landscapes, iceberg country, and a trip shaped more by weather windows and logistics than by a conventional sightseeing checklist. It works best when you choose one corridor such as Nuuk and Disko Bay or a south Greenland route, rather than trying to treat a vast Arctic destination like a simple multi-city itinerary.
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Things To See
- Nuuk
- Ilulissat Icefjord
- Disko Bay
- Sisimiut
- Kangerlussuaq
- South Greenland
Best Months
Best Months For Winter Travel
Know Before You Go
- Summer is the easiest broad window for boats, hiking, and iceberg-heavy trips, while late winter is stronger for snow travel and northern lights.
- Distances and weather are serious constraints, so a focused regional itinerary is much stronger than trying to cover too much.
- Flights, boats, and specialist stays can book up early in the short peak season.
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Country Data
Stats At A Glance
Practical travel, safety, climate, and quality-of-life stats for Greenland.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Nuuk
- Population
- 56,542
- Area
- 2,166,086 km²
- Region
- North America
Languages
- Greenlandic
Currency
krone (kr.)
DKK
1 USD = 6.35 DKK
Cost of Living (World Bank)
74.2
Price level index (US = 100)
Monthly Climate Averages
These weather averages are based on data for Nuuk (64.18°N, 51.75°W).
Natural Beauty (World Bank)
- Protected land area
- 41.9%
- Forest cover
- 0.0%
Source: World Bank.
Wildlife & Birdwatching
- Threatened mammal species (IUCN)
- 9
- Threatened bird species (IUCN)
- 6
Source: World Bank / IUCN Red List. Higher counts indicate richer biodiversity, typically in tropical rainforest, island, and savannah ecosystems.
Food & Cuisine
31/100
Food and dining score
Built from two layers: dining-scene breadth and open prestige signals. We combine restaurant density, cuisine diversity, distinguished restaurants, and gastronomy-city recognitions from open data sources.
Luxury Infrastructure
36/100
Luxury & premium accommodation score
Based on OpenStreetMap luxury hotel density and World Bank international tourism receipts.
US Travel Advisory
Updated to reflect a new separate travel advisory from the Kingdom of Denmark. Exercise increased caution in Greenland due to environmental hazards posed by extreme weather conditions and limited emergency services. Country Summary: The U.S. government’s ability to provide consular services to U.S. citizens in Greenland is extremely limited. Greenland’s landscape includes vast stretches of territory remote from cities and settlements. The weather can be harsh, and resources to provide emergency services in areas distant from cities and large settlements, including search and rescue, are scarce. In some areas, search and rescue efforts could take several days to reach the site of an incident. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Greenland. If you decide to travel to Greenland: Obtain comprehensive travel, medical, and evacuation insurance; see our webpage for more information on insurance coverage abroad. Travel with a professional guide or organization, such as those that are a member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators, or, if organizing a private expedition, be self-sufficient. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist. Understand Greenland is a self-governing part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Greenland has assumed responsibility for the administration of health, education, taxation, and family and social matters (among other competencies), meaning these matters are handled differently than in Denmark. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X/Twitter. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
Read full advisory →Data current as of May 2026 and subject to change. Travel advisory information is sourced from the U.S. State Department and reflects conditions at the time of data collection, not real-time conditions. Do not rely solely on this information for travel decisions. Always check current government advisories for your nationality. Terms of Use · About our data