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Stunning fjords, white sandy beaches, and a cliff worthy of an international blockbuster – these are only a few reasons to visit the Stavanger region. You’ll also find a vibrant cultural life and cutting-edge restaurants in Stavanger and Sandnes.
Two highlights in the Stavanger region are the Sola beach and the impressive Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), named the world’s most breathtaking viewpoint by Lonely Planet. Towering 604 metres above the Lysefjord, it was used as the location for a nerve-wracking scene in the film “Mission: Impossible – Fallout”. Not surprisingly, Preikestolen is the most visited attraction in Rogaland.
The city of Stavanger is a vibrant university town. Thanks to the compact city centre, it is easy to get around on foot. Enjoy fantastic food, go shopping for bargains, and check out cool street art before you go for a wander through Europe’s best-preserved wooden houses in the area Gamle Stavanger.
In 1969, oil was discovered in the North Sea. Since then, the Stavanger region has been a key player in the Norwegian economy.
Stavanger/Sandnes is Europe’s oil and energy capital, and the main income in the area comes from the oil sector.
In Sandnes, you’ll find recreational areas with natural icons such as Kjeragbolten and the Dalsnuten mountain peak. Sandnes has grown steadily in the last few years and many new buildings have appeared, including the new town hall by the harbour.
A few years ago, Stavanger/Sandnes was the European Capital of Culture, and the region still has a thriving and varied cultural scene. Check out these insider tips for a long weekend in Stavanger.
Find more inspiration and information on the Stavanger region’s official website.
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Old Stavanger is located on the west side of Vågen in the city centre and comprises 173 wooden buildings.
Go to: Old StavangerOld Stavanger is located on the west side of Vågen in the city centre and comprises 173 wooden buildings.
Dalsnuten is the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden in Sandnes. It is a short walk from the…
Go to: DalsnutenDalsnuten is the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden in Sandnes. It is a short walk from the…
Jærstrendene (the beaches of Jæren) stretches from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south with a total…
Go to: The Jæren beaches - protected landscape area & Hope SpotJærstrendene (the beaches of Jæren) stretches from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south with a total…
In the Jæren landscape, you will be awe-struck by the sheer beauty of nature, and the choice of marvellous…
Go to: Norwegian Scenic Route JærenIn the Jæren landscape, you will be awe-struck by the sheer beauty of nature, and the choice of marvellous…
Nuart street art festival has left treasures all over the Stavanger region in the last few years. You can find…
Go to: Street Art Nuart StavangerNuart street art festival has left treasures all over the Stavanger region in the last few years. You can find…
«Sverd i fjell» is a monument to commemorate the battle in Hafrsfjord. The monument is on a tiny mountain in…
Go to: Swords in rock«Sverd i fjell» is a monument to commemorate the battle in Hafrsfjord. The monument is on a tiny mountain in…
Sogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets…
Go to: SogndalstrandSogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets…
Stavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth…
Go to: Stavanger kunstmuseumStavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth…
From fjord safari to scenic hikes – enjoy the outdoors!
Trollpikken is a unique stone formation near Egersund that became world-famous in June 2017, when it was cut…
Go to: TrollpikkenTrollpikken is a unique stone formation near Egersund that became world-famous in June 2017, when it was cut…
Jærruta is a suggestion for a 4-days' bike tour for the entire family. It covers the whole of Jæren between…
Go to: Bike along the route JærrutaJærruta is a suggestion for a 4-days' bike tour for the entire family. It covers the whole of Jæren between…
Nice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly…
Go to: Walking path along HafrsfjordNice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly…
It's a short hike to the waterfall Månafossen, however, the hike demands some sweat. Nonetheless, it's worth…
Go to: Månafossen and Friluftsgården MånIt's a short hike to the waterfall Månafossen, however, the hike demands some sweat. Nonetheless, it's worth…
From comfy hotels to cosy cabins. Find your home away from home in the Stavanger region.
Eilert Smith Hotel is ideal if you are looking for a serene, top quality hotel with a central location. The…
Go to: Eilert Smith HotelEilert Smith Hotel is ideal if you are looking for a serene, top quality hotel with a central location. The…
Welcome to Byrkjedalstunet! It is not easy to describe Byrkjedalstunet, you'll have to experience it.…
Go to: Byrkjedalstunet HotelWelcome to Byrkjedalstunet! It is not easy to describe Byrkjedalstunet, you'll have to experience it.…
Sogndalstrand was originally an old rest stop from the sailing ship era. In this idyllic environment, you will…
Go to: Sogndalstrand KulturhotellSogndalstrand was originally an old rest stop from the sailing ship era. In this idyllic environment, you will…
Sola Strand Hotel is idyllically located by the dunes on Solastranden beach, just outside of Stavanger. The…
Go to: Sola Strand HotelSola Strand Hotel is idyllically located by the dunes on Solastranden beach, just outside of Stavanger. The…
The hotel is located right in the centre of the wooden house district in Egersund, one hour by train or car…
Go to: Grand Hotell EgersundThe hotel is located right in the centre of the wooden house district in Egersund, one hour by train or car…
In the middle of Stavanger you will find Stavanger's oldest hotel, Hotel Victoria. The hotel's central…
Go to: Hotel VictoriaIn the middle of Stavanger you will find Stavanger's oldest hotel, Hotel Victoria. The hotel's central…
Welcome to the iconic Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel in the city centre of Stavanger. In the heart of the city,…
Go to: Radisson Blu Atlantic HotelWelcome to the iconic Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel in the city centre of Stavanger. In the heart of the city,…
With saltwater and sea as its nearest neighbour, on the island of Mosterøy, 25 minutes from Stavanger city…
Go to: Utstein Kloster HotellWith saltwater and sea as its nearest neighbour, on the island of Mosterøy, 25 minutes from Stavanger city…
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Get the best offers from our partners Radisson Blu Hotels, Scandic Hotels, Nordic Choice Hotels, and Thon Hotels.
2-star Michelin restaurant! Sven Erik Renaa and the team offer their best in a set menu. In the beautiful…
Go to: RE-NAA2-star Michelin restaurant! Sven Erik Renaa and the team offer their best in a set menu. In the beautiful…
Sabi Omakase was the first sushi restaurant to receive Michelin status in Norway! Sushi master Roger Asakil…
Go to: Sabi OmakaseSabi Omakase was the first sushi restaurant to receive Michelin status in Norway! Sushi master Roger Asakil…
A restaurant with fish and seafood, where the menu is based on today's catch. The Fish Market's enthusiastic…
Go to: Fish Market Stavanger - The RestaurantA restaurant with fish and seafood, where the menu is based on today's catch. The Fish Market's enthusiastic…
Honesty, authenticity and certainty. These are the simple basic pillars on which both Japanese cuisine and…
Go to: Sabi Sushi SandnesHonesty, authenticity and certainty. These are the simple basic pillars on which both Japanese cuisine and…
Fira home restaurant is a unique restaurant in the heart of Sandnes centre, where you are invited home in…
Go to: Fira home restaurantFira home restaurant is a unique restaurant in the heart of Sandnes centre, where you are invited home in…
Spiseriet is a top-class restaurant in the beautiful foyer of Stavanger Concert Hall, with a view of the…
Go to: SpiserietSpiseriet is a top-class restaurant in the beautiful foyer of Stavanger Concert Hall, with a view of the…
Fish & Cow is a modern brasserie in the heart of Stavanger city center, and is open 6 days a week. Here you…
Go to: Fish & CowFish & Cow is a modern brasserie in the heart of Stavanger city center, and is open 6 days a week. Here you…
An intimate restaurant with 30 seats in the heart of Stavanger city center with a high-quality menu with a…
Go to: Tango RestaurantAn intimate restaurant with 30 seats in the heart of Stavanger city center with a high-quality menu with a…
From festivals and concerts to shows and exhibitions. See what’s on!
Get in-depth travel information on the Stavanger region’s official website.
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There are regular train departures to Stavanger from Oslo via Kristiansand, and the journey takes about eight hours.
The local train between Stavanger and Egersund departs at least once every hour, providing easy access to the Jæren area.
If you want to take your car with you from abroad you can take a ferry from Hirtshals in Denmark to Kristiansand, a four-hour drive from Stavanger, or to Tananger, about 20 minutes from Stavanger.
From the boat terminal in Stavanger, you can choose from a number of passenger boats to the areas of Ryfylke, as well as to the islands just outside of Stavanger.
There are several daily bus departures from Oslo, Bergen and Kristiansand to Stavanger.
The approximate travel time from Oslo is 10 hours, from Bergen 5 hours and from Kristiansand 4 hours.
Stavanger has Norway’s second-largest international airport To/from Stavanger Airport, there are direct flights from more than 60 destinations in Norway and abroad.
An airport shuttle bus links the airport and the city centre.
Bus travel in Stavanger is operated by Kolumbus, which offers a network of routes covering the Stavanger and Sandnes areas.
Street art by Norwegian and international artists adorn and enliven the walls of Stavanger. See where to find the most amazing pieces!
Experience Stavanger's highlights by foot. Discover the best historical walk, street art walk, and Sunday stroll. Take a RIB tour of the Lysefjord, providing amazing views of the iconic Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock).
Norway is an excellent destination for art lovers. Observe The Scream by Edvard Munch in Oslo, the incredible sculpture park in Kistefos, or enjoy Hå Gamle Prestegard in its beautiful surroundings.
Cool street art, cute wooden houses, and long, pleasant walks along white sandy beaches. Stavanger is full of surprises – and some of Norway’s top restaurants.
Sometimes we just need a break. With its spellbinding surroundings, broad views, and numerous possibilities for outdoor adventures, Fjord Norway is the ideal place for an inward journey. Alone, or together in a group of new friends!
Open sea, wide sky, and buckets of fun! Visit some of Norway’s most coveted holiday gems by the coast.
Looking for a cycling route that requires strength, stamina and willpower? The recognized mountain cyclist Geir Stian Ulstein shares his steepest favourites.
The Norwegian coastline is varied, spectacular, and a paradise for everyone who loves the ocean breeze. If you really want to get close to nature, grab an ore and explore some of the ten best places to go kayaking in Norway, according to Olympic medallist Eirik Verås Larsen.
You will find kid-friendly activities and attractions all over Norway. Here are our top tips in six regions that have made an extra effort to make the youngest globetrotters smile.