THREE SWORDS MONUMENT: What an awesome and mammoth sculpture, so tastefully done in Nordic fashion…read more Symbolizing unity and peace, the idea and sculpture looks very "Lord of the Rings" like. Visually stunning. Took the bus from city centre for 11 bus stops and we were at a little beach park. The swords are very striking. You can climb the rocks and access it very easily. Lots of park benches and a snack/ice cream kiosk in the parking lot.

This is a historic Battle of Hafrsfjord at year 872. These three bronze sword is permanently…read moreplanted in the rock. The middle sword represents the victory. The two lower sword represent the defeated petty kings. The three swords stand 30 feet tall. It can be spot far away. The swords is great photo spot for great photos. The sword planted in triangle shape. You might want to watch where you stand because rock is uneven. To reach here you can take the public bus or hop on hop off bus to reach here. If you take the bus, you will need to walk from bus station to destination about 8 minutes.

This is a lovely little section of Stavanger to visit. It's easy to get to and there are a lot of…read morelittle things you can do once you're here. The restaurants and shops were all buzzing with people. There was a good variety in types of restaurants and shops as well. I really liked the street art. That's basically what I was there for. I love a good mural or beautiful graffiti. I loved the rainbow colored street and buildings. It's just so fun and lively and there is always something to look at while you're enjoying the area. The surrounding area is filled with the stores you see in basic touristy areas of towns all over the world (like Zara and Starbucks) so it's nice to be in this area and see some unique sights. If you're in the area, I highly recommend a visit.

What started as a hairdresser's wish to turn his street into something beautiful instead morphed…read moreinto a small neighborhood that attracts so much attention. The color streets are really so vibrant. Walking through the rainbow of colored buildings just exudes joy and happiness. What was once a neighborhood full of drab gray buildings is now filled with unique cafes and shops. Perfect place to grab a hibiscus tea from Efendi Tea and Coffee House or take a selfie. Definitely worth a stop while exploring Stavanger.

Stavanger Domkirke is the Oldest Cathedral still in use in Norway. The original structure was…read morebuilt in the 1100s approximately. From the outside, it looks impressive with one exception. There is some renovation being done at the front of the church. The inside was not open the two days we were in Stavanger. It was closed for a concert that was to be performed. It is a historical landmark not to be missed when taking a trip to Stavanger.

This little neighborhood is so stinking cute. I love architecture in general (new, old, abstract,…read moreutilitarian, doesn't matter, love it all) and seeing these really cute homes from a bygone time is absolutely wonderful. The streets are pretty uneven (they are cobbled and pretty old) and kind of tight. There are also some pretty steep hilly parts, so it may not be the most accessible place but it's well worth the visit if you can. We walked around, taking pictures of the gorgeous, quaint wooden homes. I really loved how the homeowners decorate with flowers and potted plants. There were also really cute side gardens to look at and take pictures of. There are some restaurants and park areas to have a drink or rest a bit while you are taking in the sights. If you are coming here from the cruise ship port, it will be quite the steep uphill walk to get to the neighborhood.

Never would I have thought I would visit an oil museum! While this is not a must, this is a highly…read morerecommend if it's a rainy day and you have some time to spend. This provides a great background to understand Norway and its history. The facility is clean and cute, also great for families. And the restaurant is delicious! Whether you are with family or by yourself, this will be an interesting way to spend an afternoon.

This oil museum is one of the kind in Stavanger. The museum show how the Norway use the oil money…read moreand equipment for oil extraction. The museum has all kind of drill bits to get the oil. This includes deep sea oil platforms. It was amazing how the machines harvest the crude oil below. It also recorded the failure and burn down of the oil platforms. The museum also has the history how the oil was form. The children section seems very interactive and fun to play. The visit of this museum needs minimum 1.5 to 2.5 hours. It is worth the experience.

This place is truly awesome, popped in because it looked interesting and I was very glad I did…read more After talking to the owner for a long while I learned it is no longer a just a Viking shop but also a Metal head paradise. Plenty of interesting stuff for Viking fans or metal heads to browse. Great little shop for tourists specifically and the owner was so friendly and helpful.