Stavanger

One of the best places to visit in Stavanger Norway is the Pulpit Rock, also known as Preikestolen. This iconic attraction in Stavanger is a majestic cliff, which is flat topped and is situated at an elevation of almost 609 metres from the sea level. In addition to being one of the most popular places for a hike in the region, the cliff also offers stunning views of Lysefjord.You can either sit at the edge, or take a look below to see the azure waters of Lysefjord, which was formed in the Ice Age. The place is also great for indulging in nature photography. In order to reach the top of Pulpit Rock, you will have to take a ferry ride and a ride in the bus, followed by a four-hour round-trip hike. However, once at the top, the views are nothing short of magical.Location: Rogaland County, Norway

Amongst the most unique tourist places in Stavanger is the Norwegian Petroleum Museum. Stavanger gained popularity due to the presence of petroleum in the region, and this museum tells the story of how it was found. The museum overlooks the harbour, and has been designed in a way such that it resembles numerous oil storage drums on an oil rig.Upon your visit here, you can see numerous exhibitions that showcase how the offshore petroleum operations have given birth to the most important industry in Norway. You can also see how oil and gas are formed, in addition to learning about how the resources are found below the seabed, how the drilling and production of petroleum is conducted and much more. Children can also visit this museum, and watch different films, in addition to indulging in various fun-filled activities.Location: Kjeringholmen 1a, 4006 Stavanger, NorwayTiming: 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.Entry fee: INR 640 to INR 1300 approximately

Another one of the unique places to visit in Stavanger Norway is the Norwegian Canning Museum. Having an appearance that dates back to the times of World War I, this structure used to be one of the 70 canneries in Stavanger, and has now been turned into a museum. Home to many interesting exhibits that showcase the process of the fishing and processing of Norwegian sardines from the late 1870s to the mid-1950s, the museum also shows how these tiny fish became the most important export products of the country.One of the major attractions here is a single machine that was manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. This machine was known to pack the sardine cans in greaseproof paper, attach a key as well as put a label on it. For children, the museum offers them a chance to dress up as cannery workers and indulge in the Norwegian waffles at the in-house café.Location: Øvre Strandgate 88, 4005 Stavanger, NorwayTiming: 10:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.Entry fee: INR 800 approximately

Located in the centre of the city, the Stavanger Cathedral is one of the oldest and most famous places to visit in Stavanger Norway. Built in the 12th century by Bishop Reinald, the cathedral was an erstwhile Romanesque basilica. It suffered a fire in 1272, after which its choir was rebuilt in the Gothic style of architecture. However, the entire cathedral was renovated in the early 19th century.The interiors of the church boast of a magnificent Baroque pulpit, in addition to a stone front from the Gothic period. Furthermore, the church also has stained glass in its eastern windows, which depict scenes from the New Testament. You can also find the former Bishop’s Palace behind the cathedral, which overlooks the northern shore of the small Breiavatnet lake. The cathedral is also one of the best-preserved cathedrals in all of Norway.Location: Haakon VIIs gate 2, Domkirkeplassen, 4005 Stavanger, Norway

Yet another one of the best-preserved buildings and amongst the top tourist places in Stavanger, the Valberg Tower is situated to the north of the Market Square in the city, between Vågen and Østre Havn. Located in the Holmen Peninsula, this tower was formerly a watchtower that was built in the year 1853 on the highest point in Stavanger.The tower also served as the home of a watchman who used to alert everyone in the city in case there was a fire. As of today, the Valberg Tower is a structure that offers stunning views of the city as well as the harbour. There is also a Watchman’s Museum located on the first floor of the tower, which you can pay a visit to. For small events and get-together, you can also rent the tower and enjoy pristine views of the city.Location: Valbergjet, 4006 Stavanger, NorwayEntry fee: INR 600 to INR 800 approximately

The Stavanger Museum is one of the best places to visit in Stavanger Norway. The entire building houses various exhibitions where you can learn about the natural and cultural history of the region. You can also find the famous Norwegian Children’s Museum here. The museum is a great place to gather knowledge about the cultural roots of Stavanger, the rich flora and fauna found here, as well as learn about how the sea has helped to shape the Norwegian community here.The museum is also home to numerous collections donated by the generations of the seamen and missionaries of Stavanger. These collections consist of photographs, art and cultural treasures of exotic places. You can also find many art, furnishings, costumes and other excerpts of the rich cultural heritage of the city.Location: Muségt. 16, N-4010 Stavanger, NorwayTiming: 11:00 a.m. to 03:00 p.m.Entry fee: INR 600 to INR 850 approximately

This is one of the most beautiful and vibrant tourist places in Stavanger. A major historic area in the city, Gamle has a collection of numerous quaint and tranquil older, wooden homes that lie along the stone-paved streets. It is also known as the largest surviving wooden house settlement in all of northern Europe.The picturesque streets of Gamle are great to explore. With many galleries and museums also lining the meandering streets here, you can also find the Maritime Museum and the Norwegian Canning Museum here. There are over 170 wooden houses here, all of which date back to the 18th century, and are similar in style and structure.The houses here are made of timber, with an arch on the top of the roof, that can be expanded into the living quarters. The houses also have a flat top, which are placed asymmetrically on the roof and are often called the Stavanger arch. The entire area of Gamle is great for a relaxing stroll.Location: Øvre Strandgate, 4005 Stavanger, NorwayTiming: Open 24 hours 

Stavanger has always been a city of seafarers. Right from its early days, the city has experienced a boon owing to the maritime industry. From fishing fleets to petroleum, there is a lot that the city owes to the maritime industry. And this is what has been exhibited at the Stavanger Maritime Museum. The monument traces the business and industries of the city, which dates back to the fishing of herrings and building of ships in the 1800s, to becoming the oil capital of Norway in recent times.At the museum, you can find intricately crafted models of transatlantic liners and working boats. You can also see the actual interiors and artefacts of these boats, which have been dismantled, and tell a great deal about the rich history of this land. The museum also has an authentic sail loft which was in operation until the 1980s.Location: Strandkaien 22, 4005 Stavanger, NorwayTiming: 11:00 a.m. to 03:00 p.m. Entry fee: INR 600 to INR 800 approximately