Rogaland Travel Guide

Norway
Photo provided by Kjetil Alsvik/Region Stavanger

Popular cities in Rogaland

Stavanger which includes street scenes, shopping and a small town or village
Stavanger
Known for Ports, Business and Excursions
This historic, oil-rich city in southwestern Norway is renowned for its culture and sardines, and for being a gateway to the spectacular Norwegian fjord

Reasons to visit

  • Old Stavanger
  • Norwegian Petroleum Museum
  • Stavanger Cathedral
Kjerag showing a gorge or canyon, hiking or walking and mountains
Sandnes
Known for Budget, Countryside and Ferries and boats
Sandnes is known for its beautiful hiking trails and the town is a great destination for those who like to be active in the great outdoors.

Reasons to visit

  • Kjerag
  • Kjeragbolten
  • Dalsnuten
Sola
Sola
Known for Business, Excursions and Sightseeing
Sola is centrally situated just outside Stavanger. The city's international airport is in close proximity and access to the surrounding world is easy and accessible.

Reasons to visit

  • Sola Beach
  • Hellestøstranden
Preikestolen showing hiking or walking, a garden and forests
Strand
Known for Natural parks
A holiday with varied natural and cultural experiences along the most magnificent coastal stretch in Norway. Experience both stunning views and urban areas.

Reasons to visit

  • Preikestolen
Karmoy
Karmoy
Known for Friendly people, Zoo and Beaches
Karmoy awaits: its zoo, beaches, museums and more!
Haugesund
Haugesund
Known for Cathedrals, Churches and Historical
Haugesund, rich in both culture and nature, is idyllically located on the coast of Western Norway. There are also many wonderful trips you can make using the city as a base.