EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion: What to Eat, Drink, and Explore

Welcome to the pavilion where you can meet royalty, drink Viking-themed coffee, take a boat ride through Arendelle, and possibly fall in love with a troll, all before noon.

Norway is many things. It’s charming, chaotic, caffeinated, and always slightly more crowded than it should be (blame Elsa). While it might not have a booth at any of the EPCOT festivals, it does have one of the best drinks in the World Showcase, a weirdly popular pastry, and some legit shady spots to regroup while debating whether to brave the Frozen Ever After line.

This post isn’t just about what to drink, it’s about how to survive (and even enjoy) your stop in Norway, whether you’re chasing Viking Coffee or just trying to figure out what “school bread” actually is.

What to Eat in the Norway Pavilion (Yes, You Should Try the School Bread)

Your best options for snacks in the Norway Pavilion are going to be inside Kringla Bakeri og Kafe. You can’t get a full meal here (which is fine for us; we prefer snacking our way around the World Showcase, anyway). BUT, you can get some cult classics like:

School Bread
A soft, cardamom-spiced bun filled with vanilla custard and topped with toasted coconut. It’s beloved, and for good reason. The sweetness is mellow, the portion is solid, and it’s still one of the best values in EPCOT. Plus, it doesn’t melt in your hand while you’re juggling a camera and a cocktail. Win-win.

Kringla Pastry
Pretzel-shaped and topped with icing, almonds, or other goodies depending on the day. Think “cinnamon roll’s artsy cousin.” If you’re in the mood for a slightly sweet snack that feels like it came from someone’s Scandinavian grandma, this is your move.

Lefse
A rolled Norwegian flatbread made from potatoes, butter, and sugar. It’s super simple, but there’s something oddly comforting about it. It won’t blow your mind, but it also won’t make you feel like you just ate theme park food.

If you’re on the hunt for more EPCOT snacks that go beyond pastries and flatbreads, don’t miss our Best Snacks at EPCOT guide. It’s full of underrated gems and fan-favorites that are perfect for pacing yourself while eating (and drinking) around the world.

What to Drink in the Norway Pavilion (A.K.A. Why You’re Probably Here)

Frozen Viking Coffee
This is the star of the show. A frozen blend of coffee, Baileys, Kamora, and chocolatey goodness that tastes like a boozy dessert. If a Frappuccino joined a Norse expedition, it would come back tasting like this. Cold, caffeinated, and surprisingly smooth – it’s a must-try. And if you want even more info, we’ve got a full Viking Coffee post breaking it down.

Carlsberg Pilsner
Is it a basic beer? Yes. Is it also crisp, cold, and exactly what you want when you’re standing in the sun trying to decide if you have the energy for China? Also yes. It’s not the most exciting sip of the day, but it’s reliable.

Einstök White Ale (if available)
This one rotates in and out, but if you spot it, grab it. Light, citrusy, and way more interesting than the Carlsberg. It’s the kind of beer that pairs perfectly with people-watching in the shade while someone else wrestles with Lightning Lanes.

Viking Coffee might be the headliner here, but there’s a lot more to try if you’re making your way around the World Showcase. Check out our Ultimate Drinking Around the World at EPCOT Guide for our best tips, drink picks, and survival strategies.

What Else to Do in the Norway Pavilion (Besides Drinking and Debating the School Bread)

Ride Frozen Ever After

Yes, it’s technically “set” in Arendelle, but this boat ride still lives in the heart of the Norway Pavilion. It’s charming, chilly, and nearly always has a wait longer than your patience. If you’re an adult without kids, you’ll either love it for the nostalgia and animatronics, or spend the whole ride wondering how it took over the spot Maelstrom once called home. RIP trolls.

Meet Anna and Elsa

If you’re traveling with Frozen fans, this is a must. If you’re not, you’ll still see a surprising number of adults taking solo selfies with Elsa, and honestly? Respect. It’s indoors, it’s air-conditioned, and the theming is gorgeous. Pro tip: Do this early in the day if it’s on your list. It gets packed fast.

Dine Like Royalty (or at least pretend to)

Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is Norway’s table-service restaurant, and it’s a full-on Disney Princess character dining experience. If you’re here with kids (or just love a good tiara moment), you can meet Belle, Ariel, Snow White, and more while you eat inside a castle-inspired setting.

It’s one of the harder reservations to get in EPCOT, so if it’s on your list, grab it early. If not? Enjoy your Viking Coffee in peace while watching families navigate the logistics of getting a toddler to eat smoked salmon.

Check out the Stave Church Gallery

This little exhibit space is easy to miss, which is part of what makes it such a gem. Step inside for a quick escape from the heat and take in rotating exhibits on Norwegian mythology, culture, or (currently) all things Vikings. It’s dark, cool, and vaguely spiritual if you’ve been drinking in the sun.

Say hi to the giant troll

He’s iconic. He’s weird. He’s in every other EPCOT Instagram carousel. You’ll find him inside The Puffin’s Roost shop, silently judging your souvenir choices. You don’t have to take a picture with him, but let’s be honest, you’re going to.

Sit in the shade (if you can find a spot)

There aren’t a ton of tables here, but there are plenty of shaded walls and we’re usually perched on one of them with our Viking Coffee and School Bread in hand. It’s not glamorous, but it gets the job done. Bonus: great people-watching zone.

Use the bathrooms. Seriously.

These are among the most underrated bathrooms in the World Showcase. Spacious, relatively quiet, and ideally located before the weird bathroom dead zone between Norway and Germany. If you think you might need to go, just go. Trust us.

What About a Norway Festival Booth?

You’d think a country known for coffee, pastries, and potatoes would have a killer festival booth, but… nope. Norway doesn’t currently have a dedicated booth during any of the EPCOT festivals (and hasn’t for years). Our guess? There just isn’t enough space with the Frozen ride, bakery, and ever-growing stroller army taking over the front of the pavilion.

But honestly? With Viking Coffee, School Bread, and the air-conditioned Stave Church on standby, we’re not complaining too much.

If you’re trying to complete one of those “booth passport” challenges during a festival, just know you’ll need to skip Norway and hit a nearby country instead (looking at you, China or Mexico).

Final Thoughts

Norway is one of those pavilions that sneaks up on you. It’s small, it’s cozy, and it doesn’t try too hard, which, honestly, is kind of refreshing when you’re halfway through a loop around the World Showcase.

It may not have a festival booth, a huge drink menu, or a dozen snacks to choose from, but it does have the essentials: strong coffee cocktails, a couple of solid pastries, a boat ride with catchy music, air conditioning, and a giant troll. What more could you really ask for?

Whether you’re sipping a Viking Coffee in the shade or grabbing a quiet moment in the Stave Church Gallery, Norway delivers the kind of weird little break that makes the chaos of EPCOT feel fun again. We always stop here. And chances are, after you do once, you will too.

Got a favorite snack, drink, or shady hangout spot in Norway? Drop it in the comments below! We love hearing what other EPCOT adults are into, especially when you surprise us with something we missed.