The Stavanger Cathedral is the city's oldest cathedral and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Stavanger. It is a 12th-century Romanesque cathedral with beautiful Gothic architecture.
The Norwegian Canning Museum is a unique museum that showcases the history of the country's fishing industry. It has exhibits on the development of the canning industry, tools and equipment used for fishing.
The Norwegian Petroleum Museum tells the story of Norway's oil and gas industry. The museum has interactive exhibits about the discovery of oil in Norway and its impact on the country's economy and culture.
Old Stavanger is the city's historic quarter and is famous for its 18th-century white wooden houses. This is an ideal place for a leisurely walk and to taste the local food in traditional Norwegian restaurants.
To move within the city, it is best to use public transport like buses or walk as the attractions are within short distances from each other. You can use a one-day ticket for public transport, costing 110 NOK and valid across Stavanger. The average taxi costs in Stavanger are around 300 NOK from the airport to the Cannel Museum, and the airport bus costs around 160 NOK per person, taking approx. 25 minutes.
If you have more time, you can visit the Swords in Rock monument, a 15-minute drive from Old Stavanger. Other attractions include the Fjord Cruise, Stavanger Art Museum, or visit the Popular Amusement Park. For travelers with less time, you can skip the Norwegian Canning Museum but make sure to visit the other attractions.
Stavanger Airport (SVG) is the main airport serving Stavanger, located 13 km from the city center. It is Norway's third-busiest airport and connects with direct flights to major cities in Europe, including Amsterdam (AMS), Copenhagen (CPH), and London (LGW).