Members who are extremely knowledgeable about this destination and answer travellers questions frequently. Have also booked a fjord boat trip independently (from the quayside) although it was a bit of a bun fight to board. *Terms & Conditions Package not available on sailings less than 5 days or charter sailings. Or get outside and take a cruise around the fjords. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-64022511', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Stavanger is compact, many attractions are within walking distance of the cruise dock: - Old Stavanger with the Canning Museum: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Buildings-and-monuments/?TLp=40156&Old-Stavanger=, - Stavanger Cathedral: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Buildings-and-monuments/?TLp=40162&Stavanger-Cathedral=, - Norwegian Petroleum Museum: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40303&Norwegian-Petroleum-Museum=, - Stavanger Museum: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=166037&Department-of-Cultural-history-Stavanger-Museum=, - The Mansions/museums Ledaal and Breidablikk: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40238&Ledaal= http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40236&Breidablikk=, Also recommended is a 3h cruise on the Lysefjord: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Activities/Sightseeings-and-day-cruises/?TLp=40186&Preikestolen-and-Lysefjorden-cruise=, If the weather is good, your ship docks for at least 8h and you are up to hiking, you could hike to Pulpit Rock: http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Activities/Sightseeings-and-day-cruises/?TLp=510644&Bus-and-ferry-to-Preikestolen-Tide-Reiser-=, Thank you that information is very helpful. Are there HOHO buses? We went on a HOHO bus but it wasn't really worth it as you can walk around. Do you have to book to go there? In addition to wool garments, Stavanger also has glasswork, pewter goods and nautical clothing for you to bring home to friends and family (or keep all to yourself). and if so did you go from a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-64034136', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Stavanger on the right hand side of your post? Can you get around Stavanger on your own from Cruise Ship? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-64922165', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Stavanger at noon and it takes 5 hours until you are back in Stavanger. Re: Can you get around Stavanger on your own from Cruise Ship? 2022 Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. 11-Reasons to Cruise to Alaska this Summer | NCL Travel Blog, 14-Day Authentic Alaska - Northbound Cruisetour | Norwegian Cruise Line, 14-Day Authentic Alaska - Southbound Cruisetour | Deck Plans | Norwegian Cruise Line, 20-Day Transpacific from Tokyo (Yokohama) & Alaska | Norwegian Cruise Line, 11 Reasons to Cruise to Alaska this Summer | NCL Travel Blog, CA Residents Only: Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Is there enough to see and do on one's own. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-64921886', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Cruise Ship? However, it is only worth doing if the weather is good, so I wouldn't book beforehand. As your ship departs at 5 pm, you will not have time. Have heard some tours aren't worth the money but would like to hear from someone who has been there and done their own thing in Stavanger. There are lots of little shops and houses, a market area, and a nice church to look around - a pleasant place to spend a few hours ashore. Have you seen the Top Questions about (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2008, Stavanger lies in southwestern Norways stunning fjord region. We know the destinations you'll be visiting and what there is to see, do and experience. Discover the lush natural beauty and marine life of Stavanger's archipelago during this scenic boat cruise to Lysefjord. A scenic drive takes you past the harbor area's quaint fish and farmer's market and residential sections, observing how Immerse yourself in the local culture by tasting a Norwegian-style pancake, watching candle makers ply their craft, and Voted "The Caribbean's Leading Cruise Line" 2013-2021 by World Travel Awards, This website uses cookies. Thank you for your help but can you advise if you went to Flor og Fjaere and saw the gardens there? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in United Kingdom. And when in Norway, one should of course buy Norwegian wool. Thank you this Island looks wonderful, As we will be there late August maybe it isn't as colourful as summer but it certainly looks worth a trip. We offer you a variety of excursions to choose from, in every port you'll visit. I have tried to find out whether we can do this 5 hour excursion independently as the ship doesn't offer it. We are in Port for around 8 hours but of course need to be back onboard a good hour before sailing. Perhaps try CruisCritic, find your ship and see if anyone is arranging a private, earlier departure. Central (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? By continuing to browse the site you agree to our use of cookies. http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Buildings-and-monuments/?TLp=40156&Old-Stavanger=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Buildings-and-monuments/?TLp=40162&Stavanger-Cathedral=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40303&Norwegian-Petroleum-Museum=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=166037&Department-of-Cultural-history-Stavanger-Museum=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40238&Ledaal=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Attractions/Museums-and-galleries/?TLp=40236&Breidablikk=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Activities/Sightseeings-and-day-cruises/?TLp=40186&Preikestolen-and-Lysefjorden-cruise=, http://www.regionstavanger.com/en/Activities/Sightseeings-and-day-cruises/?TLp=510644&Bus-and-ferry-to-Preikestolen-Tide-Reiser-=, Get answers to your questions about Stavanger, Need help understanding train booking from Oslo to Stavanger, Is 6 hrs sufficient to hike Kjeragbolten and take return bus, One day visit to Stavanger - what to see / do. Our Ship (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I would appreciate your help that is if you actually went to Stavanger by cruise ship. To find out more, please. more. Recommend that you check out the first FAQ. There are plenty of things you can do on your own. We visited last August and have planned to return again this summer. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Visit one of Stavangers museums to view collections that include maritime, medical and printing artifacts. I don't think our ship offered an excursion there so are you able to tell me where you catch the ferry. Old Stavanger has been meticulously preserved with many of its wooden cottages converted into art galleries and boutiques. There are tours right up into the mountains but if the weather is bad you do your money. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-64016896', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Celebrity Eclipse will be docking there on 28th August. According to the Flor & Fjre site, the boat leaves (ta && ta.queueForLoad ?