What to do in Stavanger

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Stavanger which includes street scenes, shopping and a small town or village

Preikestolen showing a lake or waterhole, views and mountains

Preikestolen which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and landscape views

Preikestolen featuring a lake or waterhole and mountains as well as an individual male

Stavanger featuring café lifestyle, outdoor eating and a small town or village

Stavanger Attractions

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Places of interest in Stavanger

Stavanger is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Stavanger, and make it a breeze to explore Stavanger and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Stavanger to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Stavanger attractions

Stavanger has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Stavanger to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Stavanger.

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Recommended things to do in Stavanger

Number of things to do	26
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Stavanger's Historic Sites Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: £6
Top 5 things to do	Preikestolen \| Pulpit Rock - Hike with a Norwegian guide Stavanger: Waterfalls, Caves and Rock Tour By Sea From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord Stavanger's Historic Sites Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger
Half-day tours	Stavanger: Waterfalls, Caves and Rock Tour By Sea From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord Stavanger's Historic Sites Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger Stavanger: Customised Private Tour with a Local
With kids	Preikestolen \| Pulpit Rock - Hike with a Norwegian guide From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger Stavanger: Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) Guided Hike Stavanger: Customised Private Tour with a Local

What to do in Stavanger

Popular places to visit

Old Stavanger

4.5/5(16 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Stavanger with a visit to Old Stavanger. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Stavanger Cathedral

4/5(10 reviews)

Admire a gorgeous Gothic façade, see Baroque-influenced decorations and walk around rejuvenating gardens at one of Norway’s oldest cathedrals.

Norwegian Petroleum Museum

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Learn about the geological history of oil, how it was found in the North Sea and the importance of oil production safety precautions at this interactive museum.

Swords in Mountain

Find out about the history of Stavanger when you spend time at Swords in Mountain. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its hiking trails.

Stavanger Forum

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening in Stavanger Forum during your trip to Stavanger. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Stavanger Ferry Port

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Stavanger with a trip to Stavanger Ferry Port. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

DNB Arena

You can take time to visit DNB Arena during your travels to Stavanger. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

University of Stavanger

4/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of University of Stavanger during your trip to Stavanger. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Lyse Arena

2.5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lyse Arena during your travels to Stavanger. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Explore areas of Stavanger

Stavanger which includes night scenes, a river or creek and nightlife

Kannik

5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Kannik, Stavanger Cathedral and Stavanger Domkirke are top sights worth seeing.

Old Stavanger

While visiting Old Stavanger, you might make a stop by sights like Old Stavanger and Norwegian Canning Museum.

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