Stavanger

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Stavanger featuring a small town or village, shopping and street scenes
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Stavanger featuring cafe lifestyle, a small town or village and outdoor eating

This historic, oil-rich city in southwestern Norway is renowned for its culture and sardines, and for being a gateway to the spectacular Norwegian fjords

Maritime and cultural history museums, outdoor activities and food festivals all make Norway’s forth-largest city a traveler’s favorite. Stavanger was founded over 10,000 years ago. The city today retains the atmosphere of a traditional sea port, yet has the cosmopolitan charms that earned it European Capital of Culture in 2008. 

Getting around Stavanger is easy on foot as many major attractions are within walking distance of the city center. Stroll along the cobblestone streets of Gamle Stavanger (Old Town) to find an assortment of 18th-century wooden houses. Go to the city’s harbor to find pubs and restaurants, many with outdoor seating areas. Come in July when the Gladmat Festival takes over the harbor. Here you can sample regional fish dishes and take cooking classes. 

A major feature of Stavanger is its large collection of museums, which are ideal to visit when the weather shows its notoriously cold side. Learn about the city’s fish canning heritage at The Norwegian Canning Museum. Spot work by Norwegian and international artists, such as Antony Gormley, at the Stavanger Art Museum. Play games that originated in the Stone Age at The Norwegian Children’s Museum. Boat enthusiasts will appreciate the model ship collection at the Stavanger Maritime Museum.

Be sure to visit Kongeparken for a day of family fun. This amusement park is home to more than 50 rides and attractions, including the longest bobsled track in Norway. Visit the park’s chocolate factory to try your hand at making some of this sweet treat. 

While in Stavanger, don’t miss out on a cruise of the Norwegian fjords. Visit Lysefjord to see a 1,312-feet (400-meter) tall waterfall, enjoy kayaking excursions and hike to viewpoints and mountain peaks. 

Rent a car to explore areas outside of the city. Drive to the island of Mosterøy and visit Utstein Monastery, which is the best-preserved medieval monastery in Norway. Alternatively, rent a bike and explore areas of the North Sea Cycle Route. This 3,728 mile (6,000 kilometer) long cycle route passes through eight European countries. 

Where to stay in Stavanger

Stavanger featuring a city, a river or creek and performance art

Kannik

While visiting Kannik, you might make a stop by sights like Stavanger Cathedral and Stavanger Domkirke.

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Old Stavanger

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

Old Stavanger
Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger

Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger

4 out of 5
Olav V's Gate 3, Stavanger
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,204 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,204
P8,069 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Stavanger. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,421 reviews)
Wonderful
"Happy with this hotel...and the VIEW!"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
Thon Partner Stavanger Forum Hotel

Thon Partner Stavanger Forum Hotel

3 out of 5
Gunnar Warebergsgate 17, Stavanger
The price is P7,673 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,673
P8,594 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Stavanger. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Stavanger Idrettshall and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great location to arrive & depart by car. Good parking. Nice modern hotel, good restaurant. Great breakfast. Short walk to light rail to go into Bergen Sentrum. But what is it with Norway? No air conditioning in room. Took a while to get cool for sleeping!! Otherwise great hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Thon Partner Stavanger Forum Hotel
Hotel Victoria

Hotel Victoria

4 out of 5
Skansegaten 1, Stavanger
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,049 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P8,049
P10,152 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Stavanger. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Great location. Amazing staff, friendly and helpful. Great breakfast buffet. Cloudlike bedding. Designer toiletteries. Very happy with my stay."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hotel Victoria
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bjørvika Apartments - Sirkus Renaa

Bjørvika Apartments - Sirkus Renaa

3.5 out of 5
Lagaardsveien 61, Stavanger, Rogaland
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly apartment in Stavanger. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
"Nice big apartment"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Bjørvika Apartments - Sirkus Renaa
Staysville - Eiganes

Staysville - Eiganes

4.5 out of 5
44 Jens Zetlitz gate, Stavanger, Rogaland
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Stavanger. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and Netflix. Popular attractions Breidablikk and Ledaal are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Loved our stay so much! Quiet location, walking distance to Stavanger Sentrum, great rooms, kitchen, living area, incredibly easy access...couldnt ask for a better stay. Only wish we could have stayed longer!"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Staysville - Eiganes
Staysville – City Center

Staysville – City Center

4 out of 5
9 Saudagata, Stavanger, Rogaland
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Stavanger. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Stavanger Museum and Broken Column ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
"Very clean property. Everything worked. Access was easy. Good location."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Staysville – City Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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