Old Stavanger Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Old Stavanger
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.
Activities

Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord

Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

From Stavanger: Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB Boat Tour

Stavanger: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Stavanger's Historic Sites Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Old Stavanger Hotel Deals

Sweet Home 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

Hotel Victoria
Great location and excellent value for money
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Sola Strand Hotel

Scandic Royal Stavanger

Thon Hotel Stavanger
Thw room were beautiful and very clean. The breakfast was a variety and the staff were very helpful as we didnt speak the language. Its located in the city centre
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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.

