Old Stavanger Travel Guide
Stavanger
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Popular places to visit
Old Stavanger
You can learn about the history of Stavanger with a visit to Old Stavanger. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Stavanger Cathedral
Admire a gorgeous Gothic façade, see Baroque-influenced decorations and walk around rejuvenating gardens at one of Norway’s oldest cathedrals.
Norwegian Petroleum Museum
Learn about the geological history of oil, how it was found in the North Sea and the importance of oil production safety precautions at this interactive museum.
Norwegian Canning Museum
All the sights, smells and stories of Stavanger’s once great sardine industry are kept alive in this fascinating museum.
Stavanger Forum
Learn about the events happening in Stavanger Forum during your trip to Stavanger. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
DNB Arena
Catch an event at DNB Arena during your trip to Stavanger. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger
From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord
Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger
From Stavanger: Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari
Stavanger: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Stavanger's Historic Sites Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour
Top hotels in Old Stavanger
Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
Clean, great staff. Gym is well equipped. Restaurant is very good as well.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Stavanger
Amazing stay, we had our own Christmas tree, reception staff so friendly, highly reo
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Scandic Royal Stavanger
Room was comfortable but could’ve used more pillows. Otherwise loved the spacious room. Would have liked to see some local ciders offered at bar, but not a deal breaker. Bartenders were friendly. Front desk staff were helpful. Parking in Stavanger is a pain for someone like me, especially with road ...
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Hotel Victoria
Wonderfully appointed and elegant hotel smack in the middle of beautiful Stavanger. Also has a large bar for evening cocktails and probably the best seafood restaurant in the city, the Restaurant Pigalle.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Thon Hotel Stavanger
Super friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Sola Strand Hotel
Great customer service at front desk
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Stavanger
Kannik
Though Kannik may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stavanger Maritime Museum and Old Stavanger.
