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Skagenkaien in Stavanger

´Lysløypa´ in Stavanger may not be as well known as ´Bryggen´ in Bergen, but the beautiful houses along the illuminated Skagenkaj in Stavanger are a sight to behold at dusk and there's guaranteed to be a drink too.

Many of the buildings used to be stalls, but now house restaurants and nightclubs. This is where revellers gather in the evenings, especially when the weather gods are kind, but as we all know, the weather rarely stops a good party, although it can get pretty cold in winter, but then you'll need to wear some suitably warm clothes.

Norwegian Oil Museum

Most people are probably aware that in recent Norwegian history, welfare and oil go hand in hand, and in Stavanger you already have your feet planted on Norwegian oil. In 1969, the North Sea's first oil field was discovered, and the Slik field that followed helped make the Stavanger region a key player in the overall Norwegian economy.

A visit to the Norwegian Oil Museum will provide insight into how it all started, the exhibitions tell the strange story of how the oil and gas is made and then refined and what these vital resources are used for. The museum also gives visitors an insight into technological advances as well as how oil resources affect Norwegian society.

The museum presents original objects, models, films and interactive exhibitions that convey everything about everyday life that can be turned into drama!

Stavanger Cathedral

Stavanger's distinguished cathedral is one of the best preserved buildings from the Middle Ages. Located in a northern part of the idyllic Breiavatnet in Stavanger, the church certainly deserves a visit.

The cathedral hosts a number of concerts and exciting events, so be sure to check the church's calendar of activities to see if there's anything exciting going on right now.

Preikestolen

Preikestolen is the most visited attraction in  Rogaland and the mountain plateau has been named the world's most beautiful viewpoints by Lonely Planet. It towers a full 604 meters above the Lysefjorden and people from all over the world enjoy the nature experiences, selfies and varying footwear.