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Travel to Stavanger

Located on the south-western coast of Norway, Stavanger is the countrys fourth largest city. This vibrant and pristine cosmopolitan centre is encircled by breathtaking scenery and is known for its low buildings and wooden houses.

Getting there

Stavanger International Airport is at Sola, 14kms south of the city centre. You can reach the city with Flybussen airport buses in half an hour. By rail, there are direct trains from Oslo, taking eight hours, via Kristiansand S. Alternatively, there is a daily bus from Oslo, taking 10 hours, 30 minutes; the bus from Bergen to Stavanger takes six hours.

There is an express catamaran from Bergen, taking 4 hours, 30 minutes. Color Line provides service from Newcastle-upon-Tyne in England, with crossings taking 17 to 20 hours. By road from Bergen to Stavanger, the journey is lengthy, requiring a 149-kilometre detour and three different ferry crossings; total time is around seven hours.

Key Attractions

A highlight of the city, the Stavanger Museum is a five-part museum that can be viewed on one ticket. The main museum is the Stavanger Museum at Muségata. The Stavanger Sjøfartsmuseum (Maritime Museum) traces the maritime history of Stavanger for the past two centuries; while the Norsk Hermetikkmuseum (Norwegian Canning Museum) has exhibitions tracing the fishing industry. The fourth museum, Ledaal, is housed in a mansion that is the official – but rarely used – residence of the Norwegian royal family during their visits to Stavanger; while Breidablikk was built in 1881 and 1882 and is preserved in its original condition.

Gamle Stavanger is northern Europes largest and best preserved settlement of old-fashioned wooden houses, containing more than 170 buildings from the late 18th century and early 19th century. A walk here is memorable and should not be missed.

Out and about

Near to the city, the 42-kilometre Lysefjord is considered by many to be Norway’s most scenic. You can take a daytrip to the fjord, combining a traditional ferry ride with a new express boat. Another worthy sight, Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) is a massive cube of rock with a vertical drop of 609m over Lysefjord. Alternatively, you can take a boat to the islands of Kvitsøy, where the fjord meets the open sea.

Leisure options

Stavanger and its environs afford wonderful opportunities for swimming, fishing and cycling. The town centre provides a choice of shops, restaurants, movies and nightclubs. Stavanger is known as the food capital of Norway and offers plenty of gourmet delights.

Safety

Tourists are always more susceptible when in an unfamiliar environment. Outdoor activities in extreme conditions can pose a potential hazard and travellers should remain vigilant. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance for you and your family.

Weather

Stavanger is best visited through the long summer months from May to September. Winters can be harsh with heavy snowfall in the town.

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