The Stavanger region is very much a family-friendly region. Most of our attractions are suitable for people of all ages, and kids often get free entrance.
See the list of our attractions and activities and find the right one for your family. If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact our tourist information.
Stavanger has a special sculpture project, Antony Gormley's "Broken Column". It consists of 23 cast iron figures placed to give the appearance of an imaginary column from Stavanger Art Museum to the city's harbour. The figures in sandblasted iron are based on a casting of the sculptor's own body, and their placement reflects a broad perspective of people's life in this city. From the teeming life of the harbour, the din of traffic and bustling activities in the commercial quarter, to the courts and legal offices, the quiet calm of the churchyard and private lives behind closed doors. The iron figure standing in the fish market forms the cardinal point for all the other sculptures. It gazes along Skagenkaien, 10 degrees towards the west, out to sea. The height of each sculpture is the same height as the sculptor - 1.95 m. The very first sculpture was placed in its own room in Stavanger Art Museum. It stands 41.41 metres above sea level. The next sculpture to be seen on the journey to the sea stands in Mosvannparken at 39.46 metres altitude (41.41 - 1.95). The column of figures continues in this fashion down towards the heart of the city, through the city and towards the sea. The final and 23rd sculpture stands with 149 of its 195 cm underwater, on a rock beyond Natvigs Minde in Stavanger's port basin. OnSpotStory code: 901105
Tasta skatepark was official inaugurated in July 2016 and has both a street lane and a bowl lane. The skate park is consider to be the best in Norway and is one of the largest in Nord-Europe.
"A song about life". Sculptor Fritz Røed (1928-2002) planned the sculpture park as a song where one verse takes the next by the hand and leads you through themes such as freedom, caring, joy, peace, war, hope and the zest of life.
The Garborg Centre promotes interest in the author couple Arne and Hulda Garborg. A centre for social engagement, knowledge, democracy, reading and creation.
Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre is located at Arneageren, right in the heart of Stavanger city centre. Sølvberget is Rogaland's most visited cultural institution, with more than 1.6 million visitors each year; a natural place to stop for both adults and children when visiting Stavanger city centre.
An experience you won't forget anytime soon!
Vitengarden at Nærbø: Learn about Jæren's agriculture, food production, technology and nature through interactive exhibitions. Meet animals and jump in the hay.
Ruten: Award-winning city park in Sandnes! The city's gathering site, fountains, play areas, skate park, roller skating track and green areas.
After Egersund Fayancefabrik shut down in 1979, Dalane Folkemuseum took over the factory's archives and item collections. Today, this gift constitutes the core collection at Egersund Fayancemuseum (the Egersund Pottery Museum), which was first established in 1986.
Get excited as the dogs race across snow-covered expanses. Find tranquillity in the absolute silence of the mountains.
Gausel fritidsgård is a visitor farm with animals that is open to the public all day. It is free to visit the farm.
The museum is located in the heart of Old Stavanger and here you can learn more about the city's two important industries through exciting exhibitions and engaging activities.
The fairytale forest at Gramstad is a popular place for children and adults in all kinds of weather. Small shelters have been built so that you can eat your packed lunch and remain dry if the weather is not on your side.
All Kongeparken Daypasses give you access to the park and give you a day full of magic and excitement. In the park, over 60 attractions and experiences await you and your family. Brumle and all his friends welcome to Kongeparken.
Learn about the treasures the Vikings brought back to Norway. Or come face to face with the 8,200-year-old skeleton from Vistehola? Visit the Archaeological Museum in Stavanger.
The Vistnestunet farm is open to groups and school classes. Various activities take place throughout the year, and the surrounding area is ideal for walks.
The museum's exhibitions are located in Stavanger's best-preserved merchants' buildings. The exhibitions convey the last 200 years of maritime history, craftmanship and trade and the general development of the city.
The Troll oil and gas field is reconstructed in an authentic and colourful landscape, that can be used for activities such as skating, climbing, beach volleyball, graffiti art, performances, concerts, dance and classes given by the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.
In Quest Rooms, you work together in groups to solve a crime. Fun group activity for teams of 8 - 48 participants.
Øglændsparken is one of two parks in the old part of Sandnes city centre. The second is the neighbouring park, Kirkeparken.
Stavanger Museum is centrally located in Stavanger. In addition to being a stunning architectural gem, the museum consists of three sections; the cultural history section, the natural history section and the Norwegian Children's Museum.
Stavanger Museum of Fine Arts offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian art ranging from nineteenth century to contemporary art.
Nærbøparken is a green lung and an inclusive meeting place in Nærbø centre. Here you can go to a café between blossoming cherry trees, pick fruit and berries, exercise on the activity trail and visit the ducks in the pond.
The Iron Age Farm at Ullandhaug in Stavanger is a reconstructed farmstead from the Migration Period (350-550 AD).
Discover this popular science museum in Sandnes. There are four levels of exhibitions and activities. Topics are natural science, mathematics, energy and astronomy, regional industrial history and Sandnes' city history.
At Sirdal Fjellpark you can drive a Mountain Cart! Mountain Cart is a fun and exciting activity for the entire family!
Experience the robust and tölting Icelandic horse - no matter your previous riding experience. Tryggvi Islandshestgård offers guided tours on Icelandic horses with different levels of experience, and the trails and speeds are adjusted to each level.
Norwegian Petroleum Museum: Uncover Norway's offshore industry evolution. Engaging exhibits highlight its pivotal role, in offering immersive experiences.
SkogSprett Klatrepark is a unique climbing park located in beautiful Melsheia in Sandnes. SkogSprett offers three different activities: a net park for even small children, a state-of-the-art climbing park and SUP courses.
The play park Veras Lekeland is located at the shopping centre M44 at Bryne, only 20 minutes from Sandnes and 50 minutes from Egersund.
A 3,500 m² indoor activity park with climbing, trampolines, a net park, skate, scooters and MINI-Playground — one ticket, unlimited play time, from age 1 and up.