Arendal
Arendal municipality was established in 1838 as administrative center of Aust-Agder district; still the town existed in the southern Norway since mid 1500's. This town used to be called "the Venice of Scandinavia", but its canals were replaced by wide streets after an unfortunate fire. Probably the most picturesque view is to be found in Tyholmen, where many 18th century original wooden houses preserve an ancient color. Nearby, there's the sheltered harbor Pollen, full of boats bringing tourists to one of the most popular center of Norwegian domestic tourism; Pollen is the starting point for boat trips that traverse the delta of the Nid River. | Book this City | Haugesund - Airport City
The excellent ferries and roads network in the Haugalandet region makes it very accessible to the visitor. The capital of the region, Haugesund is a nice and vibrant town which imposed itself as a center for cultural festivals and business conferences. The largest cultural event held here are: the Norwegian International Film Festival and Sildajazz, the former celebrating the herring - which was, for centuries, the main source for city grow. The architectural masterpiece of Haugesund is the pink city hall, built in 1931, designed in neo-classical style and painted by the famous Alf Rofsten. The stone cross at Krosshaugen is over 1000 years old and is a symbol of Norway conversion to Christianity; the holly mass used to be held here before churches were built. | Book this City | Kristiansand S - Airport City
Named by its founder, King Christian IV, Kristiansand is also known as Kristiansand S, to indicate its Southern position (on the Sortlandet) - in contrast to Kristiansund N. The largest ferry port in Norway, it can also be reached by plane via the Kjevik airport, by car or by train. An interesting area within the city is Kvadraturen ("the quadrant"), built in Renaissance style, as a square gridlines of streets; if you're looking for a relaxing walk, Markens is the town's pedestrian zone. The tourist will usually find pleasant sunshine here, while the winters rarely bring much snow along the coast. Among the tourist attractions, the highlights are the Dyrepark (Zoo and Amusement Park), the music event Quart Festival (in July) and the Agder Theatre. | Book this City | Skien - Airport City
Skien is one of the oldest towns in Norway, dating from 1100 and was established as a municipality in 1838. Today, it is part of the seventh largest Norwegian city, together with Porsgrunn and Bamble. It suffered big and repeated natural disasters, like fire and floods; after the last fire in 1886, Skien was completely rebuilt. Nowadays, tourists are coming here mainly to begin a journey along the Telemark Canal. The most famous name related to Skien is Henrik Ibsen, born here in 1828; you can visit the Ibsen Museum at the Venstop Farm. Shopping amateurs will find here four nice shopping malls. | Book this City | Stavanger - Airport City
Stavanger is the capital of southwestern Norway, the fourth-largest in the country and is known as the "Petroleum Capital of Norway" because of its strategic position, near the North Sea oil fields. Stavanger natural surroundings are really picturesque, with chilly beaches, deep-blue fjords and imposing mountains as background. The city centre opens in the colorful Vagen harbor. From here you can travel to the Kvitsoy islands to admire the magnificent Pulpit Rock in the Lysefjord. Stavanger's origin is related to the oldest cathedral in Norway, built starting 1125. It is a city of contrasts, a unique mixture of old and new, with narrow streets and wooden houses, but also modern shops, restaurants and galleries. Besides, the recreation areas nearby the lakes Breiavatnet, Masvatnet and Stokkavatnet could complete a perfect vacation in Stavanger. | Book this City |
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