Currency
Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Language
Norwegian
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Aug
Typical Duration
14-19 nights
Price Range
From $50 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Norway's stunning fjords and Scandinavian culture, offering cruisers access to dramatic coastal landscapes and vibrant Nordic cities.
Cruises that visit Stavanger
- cruises to Stavanger
- Stavanger sailings
- Stavanger cruises
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Disney Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 8-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 8-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
Build Your Day in Stavanger
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Kvadrat shopping centre
Lots of fancy shops, good choice of stuff, plenty of discounts.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Thon Senter Madla
Big and many stores, parking is spacious and free in 1 hour.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Norwegian Outlet Stavanger
Very low prices and high quality and sustainable wool clothing
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Døgnvill Burger Stavanger
Given the price point its pretty good value for such quality in Stavanger.
Egon Stavanger
Good environment and good food with reasonable price in Norway
Fisketorget Stavanger
The soup is really great, and the bread is the best I've ever had in Norway.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Olivia Torget
The atmosphere is warm, cozy and perfect for a relaxed meal.
Kilden Senter
Public Buss stop is walkable distance whihc connects buss stavanger-Sandnes.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Cardinal Pub
Amazing selection of craft beers,and classic, rustic atmosphere!
Bøker og Børst
The staff is so kind and the beer selection is incredible.
Solastranden
Clear water, nice sandy beach.
Spisoh - South Indian Restaurant
We would return to Stavanger just to eat here.
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Pasha Restaurant
Great Turkish food in Stavanger and at a very reasonable price!
Zouq Restaurant & Take away
The service is very friendly The food is tasty and fresh.
Arkaden Torgterrassen
Compact mall with a simple, classy vibe
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Herbarium Shopping Stavanger
Lots of little shops with great service, and a Vinmonopol!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
CIRKUS
Huge variety of beers on tap and super friendly staff.
Aladdin Restaurant Stavanger
Great authentic food at a reasonable price.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Gådjå Etiopisk Restaurant
Food is fantastic and very tasty for an affordable price.
Closed · Opens 4 PM Mon
Matbaren Bistro by Renaa
The Irishman
good beer good service drink in and outside
Steam Café Stavanger
Delicious coffee and pastries and a soothing atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
På Kornet
Perfect beer, perfect music, perfect atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Mediegården
Very good place for shopping.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Magasin Blaa
Small shopping centre in Stavanger.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Bacchus Cafe
Very quaint and lovely atmosphere cake and coffee amazing
Hanekam
Friendly, attentive bar staff, cool decor inside.
Fish & Cow
The risotto was a risotto prima vera – a risotto with vegetables.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Mon
Foodloose by House of Fingerfood
Fish soup was amazing, and the wings and the ribs were great and very tasty.
Closed · Opens 3 PM Tue
Bevaremegvel Bar & restaurant AS
The food is delightful, the wines are fantastic and the staff are great!
Closes soon · 9 PM
Spiseriet
Good service, good food and amazing views!
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Øst
Fun, great atmosphere, interesting beers to try
Restaurant SÖL
2 and half hours wonderful dinner experience costs less than 800kr.
Greener food Restaurant & Bar
Prices were reasonable with good quality and fresh ingredients.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Torgterrassen
Useful set of shops which are kept clean and tidy, quite small though.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Godalen Strand
Many swimming spots with ladders and platforms too.
Fortou
Fresh food, big portions, and good prices.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Kokko kaffebar
Lovely and calm, good quality speciality coffee, professional service.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Bellies
Every dish is supremely crafted to leave you satisfied.
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM Wed
Efendi Tea & Coffee House
The Mint tea was so fragrant and delicious and my coffee was sublime.
Closed · Opens 2 PM Mon
AMOR Grill & Bar
Great atmosphere and the food was spectacular!
Closes soon · 9 PM
Badedammen
Small lake/pool located near the city center of Stavanger.
Sola Beach
Beautiful long sandy beach with a clean and well-kept environment.
Tango restaurant
Always exciting new dishes, and great pairings of wine or champagne 👌🏻
Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
No 18 Kulturkafé
The staff is lovely, the decor is charming, and it’s a highlight of my trip.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Bar Bache
Irish themed local bar, good selection of drinks, friendly staff.
Adriatico
Food was excellent and the quaint atmosphere was fantastic.
Re-naa
Amazing seafood, perfect wine pairing and lovely staff.
Closed · Opens 5:30 PM Wed
Monella food truck
Amazing service, friendly chefs and authentic Italian fried pizzas.
Closes soon · 9 PM
A. Idsøe - grill & berkel
The guy recommended cote du boeuf, and it was to die for.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Restaurant K2
The 10 courses are incredibly crafted and the drink pairings are fantastic.
Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
Bravo
I was there twice, the food was amazing, the service was delicate.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Sjøbadet
Great natural outdoor swimming pool.
Trattoria Italo
The service was enthusiastic and warm, food homemade and of good quality.
Kafé Oransjeriet
Great coffee, delicious latte and banana bread, and such a cosy atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM Mon
Sabi Omakase
Fantastic good service and amazing food.
Closed · Opens 7 PM Wed
Micro Kaffi
Delicious coffee and lovely minimalistic interior!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Valhalla Bar
Excellent food Friendly staff Great music
Espier Bar
Great drinks, good service and an amazing view - well worth a visit!
Closed · Opens 6 PM Mon
Savor
Good food and great professional service, would recommend
Forus Beach
Nice quiet beach(sand) with a great view on the fjord.
Fjällräven
Amazing quality adventure and fashion clothing.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Proto
Good food, generous portions and friendly staff.
Delicatessen Stavanger
Fantastic food, warm and welcoming atmosphere, and helpful staff!
Hermetikken Restaurant
The restaurant has good food and the plating as expected from a Michelin.
Closed · Opens 5:45 PM Tue
Restaurant Broken
Each of the 6 course menu was perfectly paired with wine.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Rosenli strand
Stokkavannet
The scenery and the sun on a cold winter day are priceless 🎉🎉❤️❤️🫶
Jaja thaimat Stavanger Sentrum
Tasty Food, Nice and Cozy environment, Excellent Service,
Hinnastranda
Very beautiful beach yes yes
Senfony Bakehouse
It’s nice to see new cafes offering both quality and reasonable prices.
Godalen friluftsbad
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Stavanger
Stavanger has established itself as a vibrant hub in Northern Europe's cruise scene, welcoming fifteen major cruise lines with nearly two hundred sailings annually. While primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Stavanger serves as a strategic stop on extended 14-night itineraries that explore Scandinavia's most compelling destinations, including Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm, and Copenhagen. The port's popularity peaks during the summer months from April through August, making it a favorite among cruisers seeking authentic Nordic experiences.
Stepping ashore in Stavanger, you'll discover a charming coastal city that seamlessly blends maritime heritage with modern Scandinavian culture. The compact city center invites leisurely exploration, while the surrounding fjord landscape offers dramatic natural beauty. Whether you're drawn to local history, culinary traditions, or outdoor adventures, Stavanger provides the perfect balance of accessible attractions and authentic Norwegian character that makes Northern European cruising so rewarding.
Stepping ashore in Stavanger, you'll discover a charming coastal city that seamlessly blends maritime heritage with modern Scandinavian culture. The compact city center invites leisurely exploration, while the surrounding fjord landscape offers dramatic natural beauty. Whether you're drawn to local history, culinary traditions, or outdoor adventures, Stavanger provides the perfect balance of accessible attractions and authentic Norwegian character that makes Northern European cruising so rewarding.
Cruise Lines at Stavanger
- Viking Ocean Cruises (105 cruises)
- Holland America Line (51 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (21 cruises)
- Seabourn (15 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (9 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (9 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (7 cruises)
- Silversea (7 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (6 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (6 cruises)
- Viking River Cruises (3 cruises)
- Disney Cruise Line (2 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (2 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Stavanger
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NOSVG?
NOSVG is the UN/LOCODE for Stavanger, Norway, used to identify this port.
What are the nearby attractions to Stavanger port?
Lysefjord and Hafrsfjord, Stavanger Cathedral, Petroleum Museum.
What is Stavanger known for historically?
Fisheries, shipbuilding, and later oil industry; birthplace of writer Alexander Kielland.
Where is Stavanger located?
Located in Norway at latitude 58.9667 and longitude 5.75.