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
February
LOW
2-4°C
February continues the cold and wet trend, with temperatures between 1.6°C and 3.7°C. The city sees about 14.8 days of rainfall, totaling 85mm, and 4.3 days of snowfall, accumulating 28mm. Daylight increases slightly to around 9 hours per day.
February continues the cold and wet trend, with temperatures between 1.6°C and 3.7°C. The city sees about 14.8 days of rainfall, totaling 85mm, and 4.3 days of snowfall, accumulating 28mm. Daylight increases slightly to around 9 hours per day.
Open
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00.
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00.
Not recommended
February's weather conditions are similar to January, with cold temperatures and frequent precipitation. The museum's reduced hours and low crowd levels offer a quiet visit, but the weather may not be ideal for outdoor activities.
February's weather conditions are similar to January, with cold temperatures and frequent precipitation. The museum's reduced hours and low crowd levels offer a quiet visit, but the weather may not be ideal for outdoor activities.
March
LOW
4-5°C
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 3.7°C to 4.9°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 14.8 days, totaling 85mm, and snowfall is less frequent. Daylight extends to about 12 hours per day.
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 3.7°C to 4.9°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 14.8 days, totaling 85mm, and snowfall is less frequent. Daylight extends to about 12 hours per day.
Open
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00.
The museum is closed on Mondays. Operating hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00.
Not recommended
March offers slightly warmer temperatures and increased daylight, but the weather remains unpredictable with frequent precipitation. The museum continues to operate with reduced hours, and visitors can enjoy a quiet experience due to low crowd levels.
March offers slightly warmer temperatures and increased daylight, but the weather remains unpredictable with frequent precipitation. The museum continues to operate with reduced hours, and visitors can enjoy a quiet experience due to low crowd levels.
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.
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
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
