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
Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger
From Stavanger: Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup
From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord
Rib adventure in the Lysefjord with boat house visit
Stavanger: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Old Stavanger
Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
Very clean room with great bedding and pillows fantastic nights sleep
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hotel Victoria
Lovely historic hotel in Stavanger great location. Rooms vary in size and shape, but are very nice
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Scandic Royal Stavanger
Thon Hotel Maritim
Great hotel very well located in town
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Smarthotel Forus
Clarion Hotel Energy
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.
