Ever since it first opened its doors in '99, the Norwegian Petroleum Museum has been a fascinating stop for intrepid travellers popping into Stavanger. You'll leave the museum with a firm understanding of the usage, production and discovery of oil and gas and a strong wish that you, too, were Norwegian.

If you're on the hunt for modern Nordic cuisine in Stavanger, you’ve hit jackpot. Restaurant SÖL will amaze you with their seasonal menu and their exquisite selection of natural wine.

It may not be the plushest hotel around, but the Radisson Blu Atlantic is a solid choice when you're in Stavanger. It's smack dab in the centre and has fab views over Breiavatanet. 

Long but worth it, this 11-kilometre hiking trail begins at Oygardstolen and ends at the highest point on the Lysefjord. Adrenaline junkies thrive in Kjerag: you're almost tempted to jump off the cliff that holds the rock in place!