Discover Stone Age artifacts at Museum of Archaeology
Stavanger, Norway • 
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Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
13°C – 19°C, july is one of the warmest months in stavanger, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 13°c, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 19°C, july is one of the warmest months in stavanger, with average highs around 19°c and lows near 13°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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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
0-5°C
February remains cold and wet, with average temperatures around 2°C and a 70% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is possible but not frequent.
February remains cold and wet, with average temperatures around 2°C and a 70% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is possible but not frequent.
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 quiet experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with fewer visitors and potential for reduced hours. It's advisable to check the museum's schedule in advance.
February offers a quiet experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with fewer visitors and potential for reduced hours. It's advisable to check the museum's schedule in advance.
March
LOW
1-7°C
March sees a gradual warming, with average temperatures around 4°C and a 60% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is still possible but less frequent.
March sees a gradual warming, with average temperatures around 4°C and a 60% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is still possible but less frequent.
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 experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with fewer visitors and potential for reduced hours. It's advisable to check the museum's schedule in advance.
March offers a quiet experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with fewer visitors and potential for reduced hours. It's advisable to check the museum's schedule in advance.
April
MEDIUM
4-11°C
April brings milder temperatures around 7°C and a 50% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is rare, and daylight hours increase significantly.
April brings milder temperatures around 7°C and a 50% chance of precipitation. Snowfall is rare, and daylight hours increase significantly.
Open
Most attractions operate on regular schedules, but it's advisable to check in advance.
Most attractions operate on regular schedules, but it's advisable to check in advance.
Recommended
April offers a pleasant experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with milder weather and moderate crowd levels. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season.
April offers a pleasant experience at the Museum of Archaeology, with milder weather and moderate crowd levels. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season.
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, occurring on approximately 17 days throughout the month.
May in Stavanger experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 10.5°C and lows near 7.8°C. Rainfall is moderate, occurring on approximately 17 days throughout the month.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some events may require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; however, some events may require advance booking.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and cultural events like the MaiJazz festival, making it a favorable time to visit the Museum of Archaeology. While crowds are moderate, it's advisable to plan ahead for festival-related activities.
May offers pleasant weather and cultural events like the MaiJazz festival, making it a favorable time to visit the Museum of Archaeology. While crowds are moderate, it's advisable to plan ahead for festival-related activities.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Take local buses (routes 1, 2, or 3) to Stavanger sentrum, then walk to the museum.
Car
Recommended
Drive to the museum via the E39 highway, following signs for Stavanger and taking the Ruten exit onto Peder Klows gate.
Walking
Recommended
Walk from Stavanger city center (10 minutes) via Kirkegata and Peder Klows gate.
Train
Take a train to Stavanger Station, then connect to a bus to the city center, followed by a walk to the museum.
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
