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.
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.
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.
Activities
Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger
Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger
Stavanger: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass Gray Line
From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord & Preikestolen
Stavanger: Norwegian Petroleum Museum - Entrance Ticket
From Stavanger: Pulpit Rock Guided Hike with Pickup
Our pick of the best Old Stavanger Hotel Deals
Delightful 2-bedroom house in Rogaland
Radisson Blu Atlantic Hotel, Stavanger
Hotel centrality positioned very close to railway station and port. An easy 3 minute walk to shopping.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Stavanger
Couldn't fault a single thing, probably best hotel I've stayed in for a long long time! Was a clear 5 out of 5 stars in every department!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Victoria
Absolutely loved our stay!! Raquel was super helpful when we were trying book a suana. The hotel is clean and close to everything there is to do Stavanger.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Thon Hotel Stavanger Forum
Loved this hotel. Location and free parking which is rare. Breakfast was amazing
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Thon Hotel Stavanger
Friendly staff good breakfast
Reviewed on 15 May 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 Museum and Stavanger Maritime Museum.
