Stavanger, Norway

Stavanger

White wooden houses and colourful streets, gateway to the Lysefjord.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Stavanger

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the 170 white wooden houses of Old Stavanger, Gamle Stavanger.
  2. AfternoonSee the colourful Øvre Holmegate street and the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the harbour, Vågen.

Day 2

Hike to Preikestolen, or cruise the Lysefjord past waterfalls.

What to eat

Fish soup and fresh shrimp from the boats.

Local tips

Make the most of Stavanger

Beat the crowds

Stavanger is relaxed; cruise ships make the old town busier.

Best photo spot

The white wooden houses of Old Stavanger, and the colourful Fargegaten street.

Getting there

Stavanger is the gateway to Preikestolen and the Lysefjord.

Don't miss nearby

Preikestolen and the Lysefjord, about an hour away.

Good to know

The oil museum tells the story of Norway's wealth. The old town has more than 170 wooden houses.

Plan your visit

Getting to Stavanger

Getting there

  • Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG)12 km away
  • Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO)150 km away
  • Bergen160 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Coast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryNorway

Questions

Stavanger: good to know

Is Stavanger worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns, the coast and food. White wooden houses and colourful streets, gateway to the Lysefjord.

How many days do you need in Stavanger?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Stavanger?

You can visit all year. Stavanger is relaxed; cruise ships make the old town busier.

How do you get to Stavanger?

The nearest airport is Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG), about 12 km away. Stavanger is the gateway to Preikestolen and the Lysefjord.

What is there to see near Stavanger?

Nearby hidden places include Preikestolen (26 km), Trolltunga (Odda) (131 km) and Bergen (160 km).

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