Kannik Travel Guide
Stavanger





Popular places to visit

Stavanger Cathedral
Admire a gorgeous Gothic façade, see Baroque-influenced decorations and walk around rejuvenating gardens at one of Norway’s oldest cathedrals.

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.

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.

Gamle Stavanger
You can learn about the history of Stavanger when you stop by Gamle Stavanger. Discover the area's museums or seek out its hiking trails.

Museum of Archaeology
Discover centuries-old artifacts from Norway’s cultural and natural history while kids have fun dressing up as Vikings and hunting for treasure.
Stavanger Domkirke
After visiting Stavanger Domkirke, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Stavanger. Discover the area's museums or seek out its hiking trails.
Things to do

Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

Stavanger: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass Gray Line

Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord & Preikestolen

RIB adventure in the Lysefjord with fjord sightseeing

From Stavanger: Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup
Top hotels in Kannik

Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
"Everything was great. Nice view! I was able to watch the constitution day parade from my room."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Clarion Hotel Stavanger
"A great experience in a great location."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Thon Hotel Maritim
"Thon Maritim is in a great location across from the little lake in the center of town and near the harbor & shopping areas. The breakfast was amazing, and the staff were always helpful and accommodating. It was very quiet, too, even during a celebratory weekend."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Scandic Stavanger Park
"Upon arrival, Elisabeth at the Front Desk had a welcoming smile. We were early, so she assisted us to store our luggage until our room was available. Room was clean and spacious. Later on we asked for assistance again on the Front Desk and Tobias was helpful with all our queries. We had a wonderful ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Villa Eckhoff

Stavanger Lille Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Kannik

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