Discover preserved wooden houses in Gamle Stavanger
Stavanger, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoStavanger, Norway
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
10°C – 14°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs of 14, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 14°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs of 14, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
2-4°C
February continues the cold trend with average highs around 4°C and lows near 2°C. Rainfall remains substantial, averaging 85mm over approximately 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall totaling about 28mm over 4.3 days. Daylight increases slightly, averaging around 9 hours per day.
February continues the cold trend with average highs around 4°C and lows near 2°C. Rainfall remains substantial, averaging 85mm over approximately 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall totaling about 28mm over 4.3 days. Daylight increases slightly, averaging around 9 hours per day.
Open
Some attractions may have reduced hours or be closed due to the off-season.
Some attractions may have reduced hours or be closed due to the off-season.
Not recommended
February offers a tranquil visit to Gamle Stavanger with few tourists. The weather remains cold and wet, and while daylight hours are slightly longer, outdoor activities may still be limited. It's advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress warmly.
February offers a tranquil visit to Gamle Stavanger with few tourists. The weather remains cold and wet, and while daylight hours are slightly longer, outdoor activities may still be limited. It's advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress warmly.
March
LOW
3-5°C
March sees a slight warming trend with average highs around 5°C and lows near 3°C. Rainfall decreases to about 113.73mm over approximately 9 days, with occasional snowfall totaling about 28mm over 4.3 days. Daylight increases to around 12 hours per day.
March sees a slight warming trend with average highs around 5°C and lows near 3°C. Rainfall decreases to about 113.73mm over approximately 9 days, with occasional snowfall totaling about 28mm over 4.3 days. Daylight increases to around 12 hours per day.
Open
Some attractions may have reduced hours or be closed due to the off-season.
Some attractions may have reduced hours or be closed due to the off-season.
Not recommended
March offers a quiet visit to Gamle Stavanger with few tourists. The weather begins to warm slightly, and daylight hours increase, making outdoor activities more feasible. However, it's still advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress appropriately for the weather.
March offers a quiet visit to Gamle Stavanger with few tourists. The weather begins to warm slightly, and daylight hours increase, making outdoor activities more feasible. However, it's still advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress appropriately for the weather.
April
MEDIUM
5-8°C
April marks the arrival of spring with average highs around 8°C and lows near 5°C. Rainfall decreases to about 44mm over approximately 14.7 days, and snowfall becomes rare. Daylight extends to around 14.5 hours per day.
April marks the arrival of spring with average highs around 8°C and lows near 5°C. Rainfall decreases to about 44mm over approximately 14.7 days, and snowfall becomes rare. Daylight extends to around 14.5 hours per day.
Open
Most attractions operate with regular hours, but it's advisable to check in advance.
Most attractions operate with regular hours, but it's advisable to check in advance.
Recommended
April is a favorable time to visit Gamle Stavanger, with milder temperatures and longer daylight hours. The reduced rainfall and minimal snowfall make outdoor activities more enjoyable. While tourist activity begins to pick up, crowds are still manageable. It's advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures.
April is a favorable time to visit Gamle Stavanger, with milder temperatures and longer daylight hours. The reduced rainfall and minimal snowfall make outdoor activities more enjoyable. While tourist activity begins to pick up, crowds are still manageable. It's advisable to check the operating hours of attractions and dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures.
May
MEDIUM
8-11°C
May in Stavanger experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 10.5°C and lows near 7.8°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 52mm over approximately 14.8 days.
May in Stavanger experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 10.5°C and lows near 7.8°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 52mm over approximately 14.8 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it an excellent time to explore Gamle Stavanger's preserved wooden houses without the peak season rush.
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it an excellent time to explore Gamle Stavanger's preserved wooden houses without the peak season rush.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus lines (2, 3, 5, 8, 10, X31) stop near Gamle Stavanger at Olav Vs Gate (3-min walk) and Hertervigs plass (2-min walk).
Ferry
Recommended
Ferry passengers can walk from Fiskepirterminalen to Gamle Stavanger.
Walking
Recommended
Walking is the most immersive way to reach Gamle Stavanger, a short and pleasant walk from the city center (e.g., 8 minutes from Stavanger Cathedral).
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
