From 899 NOK
4 hours
Duration
Entrance tickets included
Skip the line
All ages
Suitable for
WC compatible tour
Accessibility
Kristiansand Highlights tour / excursion
Discover Kristiansand's must-see sights in just 4 hours
Explore the best of southern Norway with this comprehensive Kristiansand City Highlights Tour, ideal for cruise guests and day visitors. This guided excursion covers the most iconic landmarks, historical sites, and hidden gems in and around Kristiansand.
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Start your journey at the Kristiansand Museum, Norway’s largest open-air museum, featuring over 30 restored buildings that reflect the culture and heritage of the region. Then head to the charming village of Søgne, where you'll pass the historic Søgne Gamle Kirke and enjoy a short walk through Høllen, lined with traditional wooden houses.
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Travel back along the scenic coastal road, with views of idyllic Norwegian summer cottages, before returning to the city center. Visit the majestic Kristiansand Cathedral (Domkirke) and walk through Torvet Market, bustling with local produce, flowers, and handmade goods.
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Stroll down the lively Markens Street toward the waterfront, where you’ll explore the historic Christiansholm Fortress, admire panoramic views of the marina, and stop by the vibrant fish market. Conclude your tour with a visit to the striking Kilden Performing Arts Centre, a modern architectural masterpiece on the waterfront.
This city tour blends culture, history, nature, and local life into one unforgettable experience — a perfect introduction to Kristiansand.
Tour itinerary
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Meet your guide at the port
Your tour guide will be waiting for you right outside the security area at the port, holding a sign that says "Kristiansand Tours"
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Walk and talk to pick-up point
From overlooking Kilden and Kunstsilo, you take a short stroll through the Kristiansand fish market over to the pick-up point where your vehicle and driver is waiting
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Kristiansand museum
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Søgne and Høllen
The first stop will be at the largest open-air museum in Norway, Kristiansand Museum
Drive out to the suburb of the city and the village of Søgne. Drive by the old church Søgne Gamle Kirke before driving to Høllen, where you will stroll through one of the old streets lined with picturesque wooden houses on each side.
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Return to Kristiansand - Kristiansand Cathedral - Christiansholm Fortress and more
Drive the idyllic and scenic coastal road Langenesveien on your way back to Kristiansand. Back in Kristiansand, you will stop at the Cathedral “Kristiansand Domkirke” for a guided visit. Walk through the fruit and vegetable market “Torvet”, bustling with local farmers selling everything from flowers and plants to home-made jams and honey. Continue down the shopping street “Markens” until arriving by the seaside and the Christiansholm Fortress. Enter for a look at the canons and enjoy the spectacular view over the marina and the ocean.