1 day in Stavanger Itinerary

The coastal city of Stavanger ranks among Norway's top culinary destinations, its fine restaurants and food fairs an increasingly popular attraction with impassioned foodies from around the globe.

On the 11th (Thu), admire the verdant scenery at Lysefjord, engage your brain at Norwegian Petroleum Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Stavanger Cathedral, and finally steep yourself in history at Gamle Stavanger.

To find more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Stavanger online sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Italy, the closest major aiports are Stavanger Airport Sola, Haugesund Airport and Bergen Airport Flesland. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in August, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.