Visit Stavanger City Museum with local history exhibits
Stavanger, Norway • 
Underrated
UnderratedStavanger, Norway
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
11°C – 17°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs around 17°c and lows near 11°c, high crowds, peak season
11°C – 17°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs around 17°c and lows near 11°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
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Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
0-5°C
February continues the cold trend in Stavanger, with temperatures ranging from -0.5°C to 4.5°C. Rainfall averages 87mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall over 4.3 days, accumulating about 28mm of snow. Daylight increases to approximately 10.1 hours per day.
February continues the cold trend in Stavanger, with temperatures ranging from -0.5°C to 4.5°C. Rainfall averages 87mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall over 4.3 days, accumulating about 28mm of snow. Daylight increases to approximately 10.1 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
Recommended
February offers a quiet museum experience with minimal crowds. Visitors should dress warmly and be prepared for wet conditions. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
February offers a quiet museum experience with minimal crowds. Visitors should dress warmly and be prepared for wet conditions. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
March
LOW
1-7°C
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 1.0°C to 6.9°C. Rainfall averages 69mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall over 4.3 days, accumulating about 28mm of snow. Daylight increases to approximately 12.6 hours per day.
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 1.0°C to 6.9°C. Rainfall averages 69mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall over 4.3 days, accumulating about 28mm of snow. Daylight increases to approximately 12.6 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
Recommended
March offers a quiet museum experience with minimal crowds. Visitors should be prepared for cool and wet conditions. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
March offers a quiet museum experience with minimal crowds. Visitors should be prepared for cool and wet conditions. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
April
MEDIUM
4-11°C
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 3.8°C to 10.6°C. Rainfall averages 68mm over 14.7 days, with minimal snowfall. Daylight extends to approximately 15.3 hours per day.
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 3.8°C to 10.6°C. Rainfall averages 68mm over 14.7 days, with minimal snowfall. Daylight extends to approximately 15.3 hours per day.
Open
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
The museum operates with reduced hours: Tuesday–Wednesday and Friday: 11:00–15:00; Thursday: 11:00–19:00; Saturday–Sunday: 11:00–16:00; Monday: Closed.
Recommended
April offers a pleasant museum experience with moderate crowds. Visitors can enjoy milder weather and longer daylight hours. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
April offers a pleasant museum experience with moderate crowds. Visitors can enjoy milder weather and longer daylight hours. Checking the museum's specific opening hours in advance is recommended.
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
Open Tuesday to Wednesday: 11:00-15:00; Thursday: 11:00-19:00; Friday: 11:00-15:00; Saturday to Sunday: 11:00-16:00; Closed on Mondays.
Open Tuesday to Wednesday: 11:00-15:00; Thursday: 11:00-19:00; Friday: 11:00-15:00; Saturday to Sunday: 11:00-16:00; Closed on Mondays.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowds, making it a favorable time to visit the Stavanger City Museum. Visitors can enjoy the exhibits comfortably before the peak summer season begins.
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowds, making it a favorable time to visit the Stavanger City Museum. Visitors can enjoy the exhibits comfortably before the peak summer season begins.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus lines (2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11) serve stops like Storgata and Vaktapoteket, a short walk from the museum. The Stavanger Bussterminal is also nearby.
Train
Recommended
The main Stavanger Station (Stavanger stasjon) is a 10-minute walk via the Kannik underpass and Muségaten.
Walking
Recommended
The museum is a 10-minute walk from the downtown area.
Bike
A bike ride from the city center takes approximately five minutes, following the route through the Kannik underpass and up Muségaten.
Car
Parking is available at the P-Jernbanen parking garage, followed by a short walk through the Kannik underpass.
Ferry
From Fiskepirterminalen, take a local bus or walk to the museum.
Taxi
Taxis provide a quick way to reach the museum from the city center or port area.
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
