Stavanger
The Port of Stavanger is a popular stop on the route to the Norwegian Fjords, and boasts a first-rate assortment of museums and cultural events. Old Stavanger has Europe’s best preserved wooden house settlement.
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Stavanger City Museum
Learn all about Stavanger at this museum, which features exhibits about culture, zoology, maritime history, and industry.
Pulpit Rock
Such great heights await! This dramatic cliff above Lysefjord is accessible by hiking a little over two miles, and is a major tourist attraction.
Norwegian Canning Museum
Learn all you ever wanted to know about canning processes of the past. The vintage machines at this museum are objects of genuine fascination.
Old Town Christmas Market
From 11/29/2025 - 12/21/2025
The Old Town Christmas Market in Stavanger transforms Byparken city park into a festive wonderland filled with holiday spirit. Visitors can browse stalls offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, and seasonal treats, while enjoying concerts and horse-drawn carriage rides. The city sparkles with twinkling lights, decorated shop windows, and the sound of Christmas music, creating a cozy atmosphere that captures the magic of the season.