Stavanger Cruises

As one of Norway’s most important industrial ports and a city decorated with quaint 18th-century architecture, Stavanger is a Norwegian Fjords destination that tells so many stories. Founded over 900 years ago, today it boasts a lively culinary and cultural identity that guests will love exploring.

Gamle Stavanger Old Town Stavanger wooden houses, Norway

What Makes Stavanger Cruises Special?

The city has played a huge role in Norway’s development, but what makes a Fjord cruise to Stavanger essential for guests? Here are just a few reasons why this Fjordic port is a must-visit.

Walk Through History

Gamle Stavanger, ‘Old Stavanger’, is just a short walk from the harbour and features streets of preserved 18th-century white timber homes.

The Best View in Norway

Hikers will relish the opportunity to scale Pulpit Rock, a stunning formation that offers 604-metre-high views over Lysefjord.

Visit the Petroleum Museum

The perfect rainy-day activity, this museum offers an interactive insight into Norway’s long and storied industrial past.

Discover Stavanger’s Street Art

Around every corner, guests can discover pieces of exceptional art, from huge colourful murals to hidden splashes of creative charm.

Discover Stavanger On These Top Itineraries

Stavanger’s delightful streets and cultural energy make it a staple inclusion across a variety of cruise itineraries. To help you select the cruise holiday that best suits your interests, let’s look at some of the most popular that offer a port stop in this creative and cultural Nordic hub.

Norwegian Fjords

Stavanger stands alongside other key ports like Ålesund, Nordfjord and Haugesund as part of the ultimate Nordic Fjord cruising experience.

Northern Europe

Exploring the ports of Germany, Denmark and Sweden, guests can also enjoy a stop in Stavanger during the Norwegian stretch of their trip.

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World Cruises

See the world on a globe-spanning cruise that visits Stavanger alongside each continent’s most exotic and distant shores.

Book Your Stavanger Cruise Today

Can’t wait to explore everything that Stavanger has to offer? Browse our range of itineraries at Odysia Cruise and start looking forward to a voyage you’ll never forget.

Cruise Lines Sailing to Stavanger

Guests will love exploring its traditional Norwegian streets and cuisine, but which cruise lines offer cruises to Stavanger? Discover the best cruise lines for sailing to this iconic Fjordic port.

Princess Cruises

Every moment of your Stavanger cruise is designed to deliver the ideal blend of leisure and adventure with Princess Cruises.

Holland America's Noordam sailing through the Norwegian Fjords

Holland America Line

145 years of cruising tradition ensure every fjord cruise to Stavanger balances luxury comfort and Nordic exploration.

P&O Cruises

Families will never forget their P&O Cruises voyage to Stavanger, packed with on board fun and evenings of quality dining and entertainment.

Stavanger Cruises - Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easy to explore from the Stavanger, Norway, cruise port?

Stavanger is a very compact port city, making it very easy to reach from the cruise port. Guests can reach the central square within 10 minutes on foot.

Which fjords are located near Stavanger?

The main fjord accessible from Stavanger is Lysefjord, one of Norway’s largest, which can be explored via a hike or Fjord cruise.

Can you cruise to Stavanger from the UK?

Yes! There are plenty of itineraries on offer from cruise lines such as P&O Cruises, Cunard and Ambassador Cruise Line that sail to Stavanger from ports like Newcastle and Southampton.