Are you particularly interested in war history, there are several visual remains along the Norwegian coast.

Frøylandsvatnet - a family trip along the lake, forests, and agricultural areas.

The German fortress from World War II can be explored at Søre Vignes at Finnøy. The Germans requisitioned this farm and built the fortress still visible here today.

For a great view, Lifjell is one of the best viewing points of northern Jæren. From the top, you can enjoy magnificent views of Stavanger, the Gandsfjord, the North Sea and Ryfylke. Going up from Hommersåk gives you an amazing view of Riska and Strandalandet.

It takes an hour from Storrsheia and up to the top. Hint: bring binoculars. Fantastic views from the top!

This highly recommended and unforgettable cruise tour will take you from Stavanger into the spectacular Lysefjord, passing the famous Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), and the waterfall Hengjarfossen, exploring the old power plant village of Flørli. When you dock at Flørli harbour, you will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful surroundings and even walk up some of the 4,444 steps of stairs if you like – if you don't have the helicopter tour included, then you get a 40-minute helicopter ride instead.

Kvitsøy is an eldorado for paddlers.

Tollboden (1905) is designed by the architect: Schak August Bull. It's one of the first buildings you are met with when arriving by boat or ship to Stavanger.

This open-air stage is set in the centre of the municipality of Sandnes outside Stavanger, bringing the focus back to the local centre in the face of competition from new harbourside developments.

Learn about faience and Egersunds Fayancefabrik (Egersunds Faience factory) through a guided tour at Egersund Fayancemuseum. The factory provided the Norwegian people with pottery for all occasions through its 132 years of production and was an award-winning Norwegian stoneware manufacturer.

Paddle boat rental in Lysebotn.

Melshei is a popular forest area in Sandnes for hiking year-round.