University of Stavanger Tours

Situated in Stavanger, this modern university is well worth a visit. But you'll find plenty more to check out in the area. Norwegian Petroleum Museum, Stavanger Cathedral, and Kvadrat Shopping Center are within easy reach of University of Stavanger.

Popular places to visit

Season: all year. By Hafrsfjord, the monument Sverd i fjell (Swords in rock). This was where Harald Fairhair gathered Norway into one kingdom in 872. The monument consists of three swords that are fixed into the grown. They symbolise peace, unity and freedom. The hilts of the Viking swords are taken from swords found in different parts of the country. The monument is made by Fritz Røed (1928-2002), and was unveiled by King Olav in 1983. History of the battle of Hafrsfjord The battle of Hafrsfjord has been described in the Saga of Harald Fairhair in Snorre Sturlason's Heimskringla

Swords in Mountain

Find out about the history of Stavanger when you take a trip to Swords in Mountain. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Swords in Mountain
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Swords in Rock

Learn about the local history of Stavanger when you spend time at Swords in Rock. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Swords in Rock
Museum of Archaeology

Museum of Archaeology

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Discover centuries-old artifacts from Norway’s cultural and natural history while kids have fun dressing up as Vikings and hunting for treasure.

Museum of Archaeology

Iron Age Farm

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Iron Age Farm during your travels in Stavanger. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Iron Age Farm

Stavanger Botanical Garden

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Explore the great outdoors at Stavanger Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Stavanger. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Stavanger Botanical Garden

Ullandhaug Tower

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Enjoy an outing to Ullandhaug Tower during your stay in Stavanger. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Ullandhaug Tower

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