Explore sailing heritage at Stavanger Maritime Museum
Stavanger, Norway • 
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
10°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours, with relatively low chances of precipitation, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours, with relatively low chances of precipitation, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 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
April
MEDIUM
5-8°C
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 5.2°C to 8.0°C. Rainfall decreases to about 14.7 days, totaling 44mm, making it the driest month of the year. Daylight extends to approximately 14.5 hours per day.
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 5.2°C to 8.0°C. Rainfall decreases to about 14.7 days, totaling 44mm, making it the driest month of the year. Daylight extends to approximately 14.5 hours per day.
Open
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00 until April 21. From April 22, the museum operates daily from 10:00 to 16:00.
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00 until April 21. From April 22, the museum operates daily from 10:00 to 16:00.
Recommended
April's milder temperatures, reduced rainfall, and extended daylight make it a favorable time to visit. The museum's extended hours from April 22 accommodate the increasing number of visitors, offering a more vibrant experience.
April's milder temperatures, reduced rainfall, and extended daylight make it a favorable time to visit. The museum's extended hours from April 22 accommodate the increasing number of visitors, offering a more vibrant experience.
May
MEDIUM
8-15°C
May in Stavanger offers mild temperatures and moderate precipitation, with long daylight hours enhancing outdoor activities.
May in Stavanger offers mild temperatures and moderate precipitation, with long daylight hours enhancing outdoor activities.
Open
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to visit Stavanger Maritime Museum, offering pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels before the peak summer season.
May is an excellent time to visit Stavanger Maritime Museum, offering pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels before the peak summer season.
June
HIGH
10-18°C
June brings warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours, with relatively low chances of precipitation.
June brings warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours, with relatively low chances of precipitation.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, advance booking is recommended due to increased demand.
No significant restrictions; however, advance booking is recommended due to increased demand.
Recommended
June marks the start of the peak tourist season in Stavanger, offering favorable weather conditions for visiting the Maritime Museum, though with higher crowd levels and prices.
June marks the start of the peak tourist season in Stavanger, offering favorable weather conditions for visiting the Maritime Museum, though with higher crowd levels and prices.
July
LOW
12-22°C
July features the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours, with minimal precipitation.
July features the warmest temperatures and longest daylight hours, with minimal precipitation.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Recommended
July offers optimal weather for exploring Stavanger Maritime Museum, but visitors should anticipate large crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
July offers optimal weather for exploring Stavanger Maritime Museum, but visitors should anticipate large crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous city buses stop near the harbor at 'Stavanger sentrum' or 'Strandkaien', a short walk from the museum.
Ferry
Recommended
The Fiskepiren ferry terminal is a short walk away.
Walking
Recommended
A short stroll from key city landmarks, following the 'Blue Promenade' from Stavanger Cathedral.
Bike
Follow the scenic bike paths along the waterfront promenade to reach the museum at Strandkaien 22.
Car
Metered parking is available directly at Strandkaien. Multi-story car parks, like Jorenholmen, are nearby.
Taxi
Taxis can drop passengers off directly in front of the museum at Strandkaien.
Train
From Stavanger Station, walk towards Breiavatnet lake and along Skagenkaien to the waterfront.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
