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Preikestolen in Ryfylke.
Photo: Terje Rakke / Nordic Life / Regionstavanger.com
Photo: Terje Rakke / Nordic Life / Regionstavanger.com
Preikestolen in Ryfylke.
Photo: Terje Rakke / Nordic Life / Regionstavanger.com
Photo: Terje Rakke / Nordic Life / Regionstavanger.com
Plan your trip to the Stavanger region
Family fun in Kongeparken in Stavanger.
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Photo: Kongeparken
Family fun in Kongeparken in Stavanger.
Photo: Kongeparken
Photo: Kongeparken
Family fun in the Stavanger region
Surfing at Borestranda beach in Stavanger.
Photo: Kristine Tofte
Photo: Kristine Tofte
Surfing at Borestranda beach in Stavanger.
Photo: Kristine Tofte
Photo: Kristine Tofte
Get outside in the Stavanger region
2360 reviews
Old Stavanger is located on the west side of Vågen in the city centre and comprises 173 wooden buildings.
Go to: Old Stavanger
Old Stavanger
StavangerOld Stavanger is located on the west side of Vågen in the city centre and comprises 173 wooden buildings.
207 reviews
Dalsnuten is the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden. It is a short walk from the parking lot…
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Dalsnuten
SandnesDalsnuten is the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden. It is a short walk from the parking lot…
338 reviews
All Kongeparken Daypasses give you access to the park and give you a day full of magic and excitement. In the…
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Kongeparken Daypass
GjesdalAll Kongeparken Daypasses give you access to the park and give you a day full of magic and excitement. In the…
6 reviews
Welcome to Magma UNESCO Global Geopark! In the far south of Rogaland you will find an area with such a unique…
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Magma UNESCO Global Geopark
EigersundWelcome to Magma UNESCO Global Geopark! In the far south of Rogaland you will find an area with such a unique…
Jærstrendene is the beach area from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south and has a total length of 70…
Go to: The Jæren beaches - protected landscape area & Hope Spot
The Jæren beaches - protected landscape area & Hope Spot
KleppJærstrendene is the beach area from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south and has a total length of 70…
In the Jæren landscape you will be awe-struck by the sheer beauty of nature, and choice of marvellous food.…
Go to: Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren
Norwegian Scenic Route Jæren
HåIn the Jæren landscape you will be awe-struck by the sheer beauty of nature, and choice of marvellous food.…
12 reviews
Nuart street art festival has left treasures all over Rogaland county the last years. You can find pictures…
Go to: Street Art Nuart Stavanger
Street Art Nuart Stavanger
StavangerNuart street art festival has left treasures all over Rogaland county the last years. You can find pictures…
1015 reviews
«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
Swords in Rock
Stavanger«Sverd i fjell» is a monument to commemorate the battle in Hafrsfjord. The monument is on a tiny mountain in…
299 reviews
Arguably one of the most colourful streets of Norway? Well find out for yourself. Shopping and plenty of…
Go to: Fargegaten - Øvre Holmegate - The colourful street
Fargegaten - Øvre Holmegate - The colourful street
StavangerArguably one of the most colourful streets of Norway? Well find out for yourself. Shopping and plenty of…
1 reviews
Sogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets…
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Sogndalstrand
SokndalSogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets…
30 reviews
Stavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth…
Go to: Stavanger kunstmuseum
Stavanger kunstmuseum
StavangerStavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth…
26 reviews
Vitengarden is an exciting science centre and museum located in Nærbø and Jaeren, one of the largest…
Go to: Vitengarden (science farm) (Jærmuseet)
Vitengarden (science farm) (Jærmuseet)
HåVitengarden is an exciting science centre and museum located in Nærbø and Jaeren, one of the largest…
17 reviews
Trollpikken is a unique stone formation near Egersund that became world-famous in June 2017, when it was cut…
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Trollpikken
EigersundTrollpikken is a unique stone formation near Egersund that became world-famous in June 2017, when it was cut…
3021 reviews
Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), the most famous tourist attraction in Ryfylke, towers an impressive 604 metres…
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Preikestolen
StrandPreikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), the most famous tourist attraction in Ryfylke, towers an impressive 604 metres…
535 reviews
Kjerag - The Majesty of the Lysefjord, in Ryfylke. At 1084 metres, Kjerag towers above the other peaks along…
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Kjerag
SandnesKjerag - The Majesty of the Lysefjord, in Ryfylke. At 1084 metres, Kjerag towers above the other peaks along…
57 reviews
Flørli 4444 has four rental apartments, Flørli Historic Hostel and Special Rooms with shared facilities. All…
Go to: Unique accommodations in Flørli
Unique accommodations in Flørli
SandnesFlørli 4444 has four rental apartments, Flørli Historic Hostel and Special Rooms with shared facilities. All…
202 reviews
Join a fresh and fun trip at high speed into the beautiful Lysefjord in a RIB. From the centre of Stavanger,…
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Lysefjord safari with Rib boat
StavangerJoin a fresh and fun trip at high speed into the beautiful Lysefjord in a RIB. From the centre of Stavanger,…
Nice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly…
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Walking path along Hafrsfjord
StavangerNice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly…
46 reviews
Månafossen waterfall is with its 90 metres in free fall the tallest waterfall in the county of Rogaland. The…
Go to: Månafossen and Friluftsgården Mån
Månafossen and Friluftsgården Mån
GjesdalMånafossen waterfall is with its 90 metres in free fall the tallest waterfall in the county of Rogaland. The…
26 reviews
Eilert Smith Hotel is ideal if you are looking for a serene, top quality hotel with a central location. The…
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Eilert Smith Hotel
StavangerEilert Smith Hotel is ideal if you are looking for a serene, top quality hotel with a central location. The…
91 reviews
Welcome to Byrkjedalstunet! It is not easy to describe Byrkjedalstunet, you'll have to experience it.…
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Byrkjedalstunet Hotel
GjesdalWelcome to Byrkjedalstunet! It is not easy to describe Byrkjedalstunet, you'll have to experience it.…
108 reviews
Sogndalstrand - 30 km south of Egersund - was originally an old rest stop from the sailing ship era. In this…
Go to: Sogndalstrand kulturhotell
Sogndalstrand kulturhotell
SokndalSogndalstrand - 30 km south of Egersund - was originally an old rest stop from the sailing ship era. In this…
410 reviews
Sola Strand Hotel is idyllically located by the dunes on Solastranden beach, just outside of Stavanger. The…
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Sola Strand Hotel
SolaSola Strand Hotel is idyllically located by the dunes on Solastranden beach, just outside of Stavanger. The…
177 reviews
Enter the oasis of Grand Hotel Egersund! Throughout different eras and under changing conditions, Grand Hotell…
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Grand Hotel Egersund
EigersundEnter the oasis of Grand Hotel Egersund! Throughout different eras and under changing conditions, Grand Hotell…
154 reviews
In the middle of Stavanger you will find Stavanger's oldest hotel, Hotel Victoria. The hotel's central…
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Hotel Victoria
StavangerIn the middle of Stavanger you will find Stavanger's oldest hotel, Hotel Victoria. The hotel's central…
479 reviews
Welcome to the new, yet iconic Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel in the city centre of Stavanger. Having undergone a…
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Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel
StavangerWelcome to the new, yet iconic Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel in the city centre of Stavanger. Having undergone a…
111 reviews
GamlaVærket Gjæstgiveri & Tracteringssted is more than just a hotel, it is a story.
Go to: GamlaVærket Hotell & Restaurant
GamlaVærket Hotell & Restaurant
SandnesGamlaVærket Gjæstgiveri & Tracteringssted is more than just a hotel, it is a story.
56 reviews
With salt water and sea as the nearest neighbor, northwest of Mosterøy, 25 minutes from Stavanger city center…
Go to: Utstein Kloster Hotell
Utstein Kloster Hotell
StavangerWith salt water and sea as the nearest neighbor, northwest of Mosterøy, 25 minutes from Stavanger city center…
346 reviews
Sven Erik Renaa and the team offer their best in a set menu. In the beautiful room, the separation of guests,…
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RE-NAA
StavangerSven Erik Renaa and the team offer their best in a set menu. In the beautiful room, the separation of guests,…
79 reviews
Sabi Omakase was the first sushi restaurant to receive Michelin status in Norway! Sushi master Roger Asakil…
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Sabi Omakase
StavangerSabi Omakase was the first sushi restaurant to receive Michelin status in Norway! Sushi master Roger Asakil…
1104 reviews
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 restaurant
Fish Market Stavanger the restaurant
StavangerA restaurant with fish and seafood, where the menu is based on today's catch. The Fish Market's enthusiastic…
191 reviews
Honesty, authenticity and certainty. These are the simple basic pillars on which both Japanese cuisine and…
Go to: Sabi Sushi Sandnes
Sabi Sushi Sandnes
SandnesHonesty, authenticity and certainty. These are the simple basic pillars on which both Japanese cuisine and…
6 reviews
FIRA home restaurant is a unique restaurant in the heart of Sandnes center, where you are invited home in…
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Fira home restaurant
SandnesFIRA home restaurant is a unique restaurant in the heart of Sandnes center, where you are invited home in…
130 reviews
Spiseriet is a top-class restaurant in the beautiful foyer of Stavanger Concert Hall, with a view of the…
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Spiseriet
StavangerSpiseriet is a top-class restaurant in the beautiful foyer of Stavanger Concert Hall, with a view of the…
456 reviews
Fish & Cow is a modern brasserie in the heart of Stavanger city center, and is open 6 days a week. Here you…
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Fish & Cow
StavangerFish & Cow is a modern brasserie in the heart of Stavanger city center, and is open 6 days a week. Here you…
329 reviews
An intimate restaurant with 30 seats in the heart of Stavanger city center with a high-quality menu with a…
Go to: Tango Restaurant
Tango Restaurant
StavangerAn intimate restaurant with 30 seats in the heart of Stavanger city center with a high-quality menu with a…
Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen
Jan 1 - Dec 23, 2022
Guided hike to Månafossen waterfall
Feb 1 - Dec 31, 2022
Stavanger parkrun
Sep 25 - Dec 30, 2023
Mosvangen 18 - outside Gamlingen Swimming Pool,…
Exhibition: Huset vi ble født i og huset i våre drømmer
Nov 13 - Jan 29, 2022
Utstilling - Anne Stabel
Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2022
Standup Klubbkveld (Sandnes)
Jan 21 - May 28, 2022
Rural Tapes
Jan 27 - Jan 27, 2022
Seniorfilm
Jan 27 - May 19, 2022
Gudlabadne te na mor (No)
Jan 28 - Feb 5, 2022
CreedenceMania - Cosmos Factory 50 m/ Fortunate Sons
Jan 29 - Jan 29, 2022
Knøttekino - Småen
Jan 29 - Jan 29, 2022
Søndagsomvisning i "Opplevelser av olje"
Jan 30 - Jan 30, 2022
Stavanger Kunstmuseum, Stavanger
PK & Leija (PK Keränen/22-Pistepirkko)
Feb 3 - Feb 3, 2022
RAS: Tony Tran - Brotherly
Feb 3 - Feb 3, 2022
About Last Night... Awards Ceremony 2022
Feb 4 - Feb 4, 2022
Killer Queen
Feb 4 - Feb 4, 2022
SSO: Symfoniske Dikt og Cellokonsert med Poltèra
Feb 4 - Feb 4, 2022
About Last Night... Festival 2022
Feb 5 - Feb 5, 2022
Clarion Hotel Energy Hall, Stavanger
Lindesnes Trekkspillklubb
Feb 5 - Feb 5, 2022
Stavanger konserthus, Stavanger
Tønes - Bli kjent kveld
Feb 5 - Feb 5, 2022
Food culture in Stavanger
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Old Stavanger is located on the west side of Vågen in the city centre and comprises 173 wooden buildings.
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All Kongeparken Daypasses give you access to the park and give you a day full of magic and excitement. In the park, over 60 attractions and…
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Welcome to Magma UNESCO Global Geopark! In the far south of Rogaland you will find an area with such a unique geology that we have been recognised by…
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Jærstrendene is the beach area from Tungenes in the north to Sirevåg in the south and has a total length of 70 km. The area is a mix of 25 km of sandy…
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In the Jæren landscape you will be awe-struck by the sheer beauty of nature, and choice of marvellous food. Mile upon mile of sandy beaches and sand…
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Nuart street art festival has left treasures all over Rogaland county the last years. You can find pictures made by international street art artists…
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«Sverd i fjell» is a monument to commemorate the battle in Hafrsfjord. The monument is on a tiny mountain in the area where perhaps the battle took…
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Arguably one of the most colourful streets of Norway? Well find out for yourself. Shopping and plenty of places for coffee and drinks too.
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Sogndalstrand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rogaland. The village has pedestrian streets and small shops and galleries and a…
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Stavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth century to contemporary art.
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Vitengarden is an exciting science centre and museum located in Nærbø and Jaeren, one of the largest agicultural areas in Norway. Interactive…
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Discover this popular science centre and museum in Sandnes. Here are four levels of exhibitions and activities. Topics are natural science,…
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Trollpikken is a unique stone formation near Egersund that became world-famous in June 2017, when it was cut off during the night. Money was raised to…
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Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), the most famous tourist attraction in Ryfylke, towers an impressive 604 metres over the Lysefjord.
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Flørli 4444 has four rental apartments, Flørli Historic Hostel and Special Rooms with shared facilities. All houses and most rooms have a fjord view.
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Join a fresh and fun trip at high speed into the beautiful Lysefjord in a RIB. From the centre of Stavanger, the trip goes into one of the world's…
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Nice hiking & biking path along Hafrsfjord, which is easily accessible all year round. Total length is nearly 9 km. New parking lot with access via…
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Månafossen waterfall is with its 90 metres in free fall the tallest waterfall in the county of Rogaland. The hike starts at Eikeskog where the track…
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Sirdal Ski Center Tjørhomfjellet and Ålsheia are the largest in the south-west and have parts that are adapted for the whole family to enjoy and have…
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Embark on a journey to an enchanting island with exotic gardens, for an experience that that will delight your senses. We want you to feel at home…
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From the second longest fjord in Norway and snowshoeing to the top of Trolltunga to charming villages and ski resorts – discover the…
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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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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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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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Norway’s longest fjord, Sognefjorden, is surrounded by spectacular nature. In this part of Fjord Norway, you can experience fjord safari,…
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By train
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.
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By boat
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.
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By road
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.
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By plane
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.
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Local travel
Bus travel in Stavanger is operated by Kolumbus, which offers a network of routes covering the Stavanger and Sandnes areas.
10 000 steps in Stavanger
Admire the colourful street art of Stavanger, take a tour in one of the city's museums or jump on a high-speed RIB tour out in Lysefjorden, with great views of the famous Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock). Norwegian cities are so compact and full of experiences that you can see and do very much in only 10 000 steps!
Norway – a world class art destination
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.
The locals’ guide to Stavanger: top insider tips
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.
Take time out by the fjords
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!
Coastal holiday gems in the south
Open sea, wide sky, and buckets of fun! Visit some of Norway’s most coveted holiday gems by the coast.
Norway’s toughest uphill bike routes
Looking for a cycling route that requires strength, stamina and willpower? The recognized mountain cyclist Geir Stian Ulstein shares his steepest favourites.
Top 10 places to paddle in Norway
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.
Norway's top destinations for kids
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.
The Vikings come alive
The Vikings are back – through new, awesome technology. Participate in a rousing Viking show at The Viking Planet in Oslo and experience the dramatic Battle of Hafrsfjord at Viking House in Stavanger.
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