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.
Swords in Mountain
Find out about the history of Stavanger when you spend time at Swords in Mountain. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its hiking trails.
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.
Things to do
Stavanger: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Stavanger Private Fjord Bike Tour 3 swords Hafsfjord
Top hotels in Old Stavanger
Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
The hotel is ina great location, friendly staff whobare super helpful and an amazing breakfast spread. We were able to get a late checkout too
Reviewed on 1 Jan 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
Thon Hotel Stavanger
The staff is super friendly. The hotel is also very close to a street with many dining options and the shore. I liked it a lot.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Sola Strand Hotel
Great customer service at front desk
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Scandic Stavanger Airport
Good staff friendly staff and good sized room. Breakfast was ok. Rooms were quite warm, with no A/C. Fans provided were rather disappointing. Hotel is ideally located a short walk from the terminal.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 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.
