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The Viking settlement is situated in beautiful natural surroundings on the island of Bukkøy and is…
Go to: Viking Settlement at Avaldsnes - a feeling of being back in the Viking AgeGuided tour NOK
100,-
children NOK 50,- and seniors NOK 75,-.
Viking Settlement at Avaldsnes - a feeling of being back in the Viking…
KarmøyThe Viking settlement is situated in beautiful natural surroundings on the island of Bukkøy and is…
102 reviews
Snorre's sagas of the kings mention the site where Harald Fairhair is buried. In the nineteenth century it…
Go to: Norway's national monument
Norway's national monument
HaugesundSnorre's sagas of the kings mention the site where Harald Fairhair is buried. In the nineteenth century it…
Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen Operator: Åkrafjorden Nature B&B Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen situated in…
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Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen
EtneVia Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen Operator: Åkrafjorden Nature B&B Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen situated in…
2 reviews
Experience the wonderful Åkrafjord on a Fjord sightseeing with MS "Stein Viking". This is how you get the best…
Go to: Fjord Cruise - Langfoss WaterfallAdult
NOK 280
children NOK 150
Fjord Cruise - Langfoss Waterfall
EtneExperience the wonderful Åkrafjord on a Fjord sightseeing with MS "Stein Viking". This is how you get the best…
Between Boknafjorden and Vindafjord lies Nedstrand, sheltered from the north wind, and offers you great nature…
Go to: Høyt & Lavt climbing park
Høyt & Lavt climbing park
TysværBetween Boknafjorden and Vindafjord lies Nedstrand, sheltered from the north wind, and offers you great nature…
Minigolfen located at Karmøy is the largest of its kind in Norway, and most likely in Europe. We…
Go to: Minigolfen - Familiepark
Minigolfen - Familiepark
KarmøyMinigolfen located at Karmøy is the largest of its kind in Norway, and most likely in Europe. We…
RIB TOUR July and August Every Thursday at 17.00 and Saturday at 15.00 About 1 hour at sea Meet outside Hotel…
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RIB tour
HaugesundRIB TOUR July and August Every Thursday at 17.00 and Saturday at 15.00 About 1 hour at sea Meet outside Hotel…
Røvær Aquaculture Centre – an ocean of opportunities Learn more at the…
Go to: Røvær Aquaculture Centre
Røvær Aquaculture Centre
HaugesundRøvær Aquaculture Centre – an ocean of opportunities Learn more at the…
This trip goes from Haugesund to Hinderåvåg, where you have time to hike to the top of the…
Go to: One way trip Haugesund-Stavanger with Himakånå Hike in Nedstrand
One way trip Haugesund-Stavanger with Himakånå Hike in Nedstrand
HaugesundThis trip goes from Haugesund to Hinderåvåg, where you have time to hike to the top of the…
57 reviews
Langfoss is the fifth highest waterfall in Norway. CNN named in 2011 Langfoss to one of the world's 10 most…
Go to: Summit tour of Langfoss Waterfall
Summit tour of Langfoss Waterfall
EtneLangfoss is the fifth highest waterfall in Norway. CNN named in 2011 Langfoss to one of the world's 10 most…
An hour’s drive from Haugesund brings you to the Etnefjellet Mountains where Haugesund Turistforening…
Go to: Etnefjella
Etnefjella
EtneAn hour’s drive from Haugesund brings you to the Etnefjellet Mountains where Haugesund Turistforening…
101 reviews
Åkrasanden at Karmøy was voted the most beautiful beach in Norway in 2014. The hiking trip along the beach is…
Go to: Karmøy beaches - hike the white sandy dunes
Karmøy beaches - hike the white sandy dunes
KarmøyÅkrasanden at Karmøy was voted the most beautiful beach in Norway in 2014. The hiking trip along the beach is…
TROLLTUNGA - LANGFOSS - HIMAKÅNÅ - PREIKESTOLEN - KJERAG - TROLLPIKKEN Iconic Hikes Fjord Norway…
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Iconic hikes
SandnesTROLLTUNGA - LANGFOSS - HIMAKÅNÅ - PREIKESTOLEN - KJERAG - TROLLPIKKEN Iconic Hikes Fjord Norway…
Syreneset Fort in the south of Karmøy dates from World War II when it was used by the German occupying forces…
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Syreneset Fort
KarmøySyreneset Fort in the south of Karmøy dates from World War II when it was used by the German occupying forces…
Slightly north of Haugesund city centre you will find the coastal trail that lets you wander along the shore…
Go to: Kyststien (coastal path)
Kyststien (coastal path)
HaugesundSlightly north of Haugesund city centre you will find the coastal trail that lets you wander along the shore…
671 reviews
A first class and full-service hotel idyllically situated on the quay along Smedasundet Sound in Haugesund.…
Go to: Scandic Maritim
Scandic Maritim
HaugesundA first class and full-service hotel idyllically situated on the quay along Smedasundet Sound in Haugesund.…
The hotel is centrally located in the heart of Haugesund, right next to the pedestrian shopping street and the…
Go to: Thon Hotel Saga
Thon Hotel Saga
HaugesundThe hotel is centrally located in the heart of Haugesund, right next to the pedestrian shopping street and the…
120 reviews
Fashioned from a 1900 landmark stone building, this historical treasure has been beautifully restored into a…
Go to: Banken Hotel
Banken Hotel
HaugesundFashioned from a 1900 landmark stone building, this historical treasure has been beautifully restored into a…
The island of Røvær is a 25 Min boat trip from Haugesund where Røvær Kulturhotell…
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Røvær Kulturhotell
HaugesundThe island of Røvær is a 25 Min boat trip from Haugesund where Røvær Kulturhotell…
Would you like a holiday a bit out of the ordinary? When the ocean is wild and you feel the power of nature? A…
Go to: Light house at Utsira
Light house at Utsira
UtsiraWould you like a holiday a bit out of the ordinary? When the ocean is wild and you feel the power of nature? A…
Fugl Fønix Hotel, Cafe and Gallery is a cultural oasis located in picturesque surroundings in the village Etne…
Go to: Fugl Fønix Hotel
Fugl Fønix Hotel
EtneFugl Fønix Hotel, Cafe and Gallery is a cultural oasis located in picturesque surroundings in the village Etne…
Welcome to a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere at Nesheimstunet! Nesheimstunet has been in family ownership since…
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Nesheimstunet
VindafjordWelcome to a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere at Nesheimstunet! Nesheimstunet has been in family ownership since…
51 reviews
Haraldshaugen Camping is a big and spacious camping site situated close to the sea. It is also next-door…
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Haraldshaugen Camping
HaugesundHaraldshaugen Camping is a big and spacious camping site situated close to the sea. It is also next-door…
Naustet Spiseri is a cool, atmospheric and popular a la carte restaurant. With its tempting and varied menu,…
Go to: Naustet Spiseri
Naustet Spiseri
HaugesundNaustet Spiseri is a cool, atmospheric and popular a la carte restaurant. With its tempting and varied menu,…
200 reviews
A restaurant for memorable culinary experiences and a cosy atmosphere, both in- and outdoor. The bar features…
Go to: Lothes Mat & Vinhus
Lothes Mat & Vinhus
HaugesundA restaurant for memorable culinary experiences and a cosy atmosphere, both in- and outdoor. The bar features…
140 reviews
A restaurant with real character and warm and cosy atmosphere built in 1855. Tasty tapas, petit and main…
Go to: To Glass Restaurant og Bar
To Glass Restaurant og Bar
HaugesundA restaurant with real character and warm and cosy atmosphere built in 1855. Tasty tapas, petit and main…
Besides trading in ordinary grocery items, the shop offers an abundance of quality products, not least the…
Go to: Åkrafjordtunet - norwegian qualityproducts
Åkrafjordtunet - norwegian qualityproducts
EtneBesides trading in ordinary grocery items, the shop offers an abundance of quality products, not least the…
Fugl Fønix Hotel, Cafe and Gallery is a cultural oasis located in picturesque surroundings in the village Etne…
Go to: Fugl Fønix Hotel
Fugl Fønix Hotel
EtneFugl Fønix Hotel, Cafe and Gallery is a cultural oasis located in picturesque surroundings in the village Etne…
282 reviews
Brasserie Brakstad located in Haugesund by the pier. Brasserie Brakstad is serving lunch and A La Carte with…
Go to: Brasserie Brakstad
Brasserie Brakstad
HaugesundBrasserie Brakstad located in Haugesund by the pier. Brasserie Brakstad is serving lunch and A La Carte with…
A cosy coffee place centrally located in the traditional premises «Gamle Slaktehuset» in Haugesund…
Go to: hos Carlos - Gamle Slaktehuset
hos Carlos - Gamle Slaktehuset
HaugesundA cosy coffee place centrally located in the traditional premises «Gamle Slaktehuset» in Haugesund…
A warm welcome to Cupcakehuset (The house of cupcakes) north in Haugesund city centre. In the most colourful…
Go to: Jåblom Bakst - Cupcakehuset
Jåblom Bakst - Cupcakehuset
HaugesundA warm welcome to Cupcakehuset (The house of cupcakes) north in Haugesund city centre. In the most colourful…
Skudenes Bryggeri, founded in 2014, is a small microbrewery producing a wide selection of local beer. The…
Go to: Skudenes Bryggeri
Skudenes Bryggeri
KarmøySkudenes Bryggeri, founded in 2014, is a small microbrewery producing a wide selection of local beer. The…
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The Viking settlement is situated in beautiful natural surroundings on the island of Bukkøy and is accessible on foot with a 10 minute walk…
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Snorre's sagas of the kings mention the site where Harald Fairhair is buried. In the nineteenth century it was believed the place described by…
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Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen Operator: Åkrafjorden Nature B&B Via Ferrata Kyrkjeveggen situated in Fjæra in Åkrafjorden is perhaps…
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Experience the wonderful Åkrafjord on a Fjord sightseeing with MS "Stein Viking". This is how you get the best view towards the huge number of…
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Between Boknafjorden and Vindafjord lies Nedstrand, sheltered from the north wind, and offers you great nature experiences. “Høyt og…
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Glassblowing, nordic design and glass art in Haugesund.
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Minigolfen located at Karmøy is the largest of its kind in Norway, and most likely in Europe. We have 3 courses, each one with a seperat…
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Haugaland Golf Course is situated in Sveio, approximately 20 km north of Haugesund. This18 hole golf course is of very high standard and is renowned…
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Live escape rooms is a relatively new trend which takes the concept of the classic point-and-click computer games into the real world. A team of 3-5…
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A charming city, lush nature, old Viking thrones, and festivals await in Haugesund and Haugalandet.
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Get to know Kristiansund, a city on four islands famous for clipfish, opera, and The Atlantic Road.
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Sunnhordland has some of the most distinctive scenery in Fjord Norway. Folgefonna - Norway’s third largest glacier - is the icing on…
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You cannot go further west in Norway. Travel off the beaten track to the Fjord Coast and get a taste of authentic coastal life.
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The deep blue UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow- covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation.
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From Trolltunga and the Folgefonna glacier to the Vøringfossen waterfall – the Hardangerfjord region offers some of the best experiences…
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Step on world famous mountain plateaus like Preikestolen and Kjerag, and then challenge yourself on the 4444 steps of the wooden staircase of…
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The Sognefjord is Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, and it’s famous arm the Nærøyfjord has World Heritage status. The…
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Breathtaking surroundings with fjords, mountains and long, white beaches. Stavanger and Sandnes also boasts an impressive assortment of museums and…
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You could go hiking or skiing, admire Ålesund's unique Art Nouveau architecture, explore the fjords – or just kick back and enjoy the…
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By train
There are no train stations in Haugesund, but you can take the train from Oslo via Kristiansand to Stavanger. From here, you can go by bus to Haugesund.
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By bus
There are daily bus departures to Haugesund from cities like Oslo, Bergen, Kristiansand, and Stavanger.
Travel time is around 2 hours from Stavanger, 8 hours from Oslo, 6.5 hours from Kristiansand, and 3.5 hours from Bergen.
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By boat
From Denmark, you can travel by ferry from Hirtshals to Stavanger and continue your journey to Haugesund by car or public transport.
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By car
If you’re driving, follow E39 from Bergen and Stavanger, and E134 from Oslo.
Travel time is around 7 hours from Oslo, 2 hours from Stavanger, and 3 hours from Bergen.
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By plane
Haugesund Airport has daily flights from Oslo, as well as direct routes from other European cities.
From the airport, you can take the airport bus or a taxi to Haugesund city centre. You can also rent a car and drive.
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