Hønefoss Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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There are many ways to enjoy being on and near the water in this pleasant city that offers a gateway to the rolling hills and tranquil lakes of the wider Ringerike region.

The Begna, Randselva and Storelva rivers snake through and around the city of Hønefoss. This waterside location makes the city very photogenic, and also provides opportunities for various watersports. Head further out of the city to discover the many natural wonders of the wider Ringerike region. In the town center you can tour an interesting collection of museums.

In the west of the city, you will find the acclaimed Veien Kulturminnepark (Veien Cultural Heritage Park). This is a wonderful place to start getting to know the area, as the park covers centuries of culture and history. See fascinating exhibits including four well-preserved ancient longhouses.

Closer to the town center is a totally different kind of museum, the Norsk Samferdselshistorisk Senter, or Norwegian Transport History Center. Find a wide range of vehicles and forms of transportation on display here, from classic cars to airplanes.

Head out into the countryside to discover the beautiful landscapes that have made this part of the country so popular. Roughly a 15-minute drive to the south is the northern edge of the lovely Tyrifjorden lake, the fifth-largest lake in the country. This is a well-loved recreation spot for locals and tourists, offering opportunities for swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating, and simply relaxing on the shore. If you prefer hiking to swimming, you can explore some of the woodland trails that lead through Ringerike’s dense forests.

Drive northeast from Hønefoss and you will get to the famous Hadeland Glassverk. At these rustic glassworks, which are set in a pretty village, you can learn all about the traditional art of glassblowing and pick up unique souvenirs. Less than a 10-minute drive away is the Kistefos-Museet, a wonderfully comprehensive and varied museum complex taking in a sculpture park, an industrial museum and an art hall.

Hønefoss is easily accessible, being only an hour’s drive from Oslo. Expect a spectacularly beautiful journey, with a road that follows the northern banks of the Oslofjord and Tyrifjorden lakes.

Grand Hotel Hønefoss
Grand Hotel Hønefoss
3 out of 5
Stabellsgate 8, Honefoss, Ringerike
The price is £91 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£91
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ringerike. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and on-site parking. Popular attractions Fengselet and Sondre Park are located nearby. ...
6.8/10 (446 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Excellent breakfast… made to order! You do not get breakfasts like this any more! Room was nice.. beautiful facility! Staff was wonderful! Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 23 Sep 2022

Grand Hotel Hønefoss
Scandic Hønefoss
Scandic Hønefoss
3.5 out of 5
Kongens Gate 3, Honefoss, Ringerike, Buskerud
The price is £97 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£97
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this hotel in Ringerike. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and on-site parking. Popular attractions Honefoss Stadium and Kistefos-Museet are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (641 reviews)
"Great breakfast."

Reviewed on 18 Sep 2023

Scandic Hønefoss
Comfort Hotel Ringerike
Comfort Hotel Ringerike
3.5 out of 5
Kongensgate 3, 4495, Ringerike, Viken
Stay at this hotel in Hønefoss. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Honefoss Stadium and Kistefos-Museet are located ...
Comfort Hotel Ringerike
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rustic, Secluded Cabin in the Oslo Forest
Rustic, Secluded Cabin in the Oslo Forest
Oslo, Oslo
Stay at this cabin in Oslo. Enjoy 2 bedrooms, an oven and a stovetop. Popular attractions Ullevaal Stadium and Oslomarka are located nearby. Discover genuine ...
Rustic, Secluded Cabin in the Oslo Forest
Beautiful cottage with wood-burning stove, beautifully situated by the Tyrifjord.
Beautiful cottage with wood-burning stove, beautifully situated by the Tyrifjord.
Vikersund
Stay at this holiday home in Modum. Enjoy on-site parking, a garden and a TV. Popular attractions Hole Art Center and Tyrifjord Golf Club are located nearby. ...
Beautiful cottage with wood-burning stove, beautifully situated by the Tyrifjord.
This cozy log cabin is located about 40 m from N37055 and in a beautiful location on the west shore
This cozy log cabin is located about 40 m from N37055 and in a beautiful location on the west shore
Vikersund, Viken
Stay at this holiday home in Modum. Enjoy a sauna, on-site parking and barbecues. Popular attractions Hole Art Center and Tyrifjord Golf Club are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Tolle Lage
"Sehr schöne Lage direkt am See mit einmaligem Ausblick und direktem Zugang zum Fjord. Inneneinrichtung etwas in die Jahre gekommen, könnte Modernisierung und mehr Besteck bzw.bessere Innenbeleuchtung vertragen."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2022

This cozy log cabin is located about 40 m from N37055 and in a beautiful location on the west shore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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