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Currency
Norwegian Krone (NOK)
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Language
Norwegian
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Time Zone
CEST (UTC+2)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
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Typical Duration
7-16 nights
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Price Range
$649–$91,949 per person
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Norway's stunning fjords and coastal landscapes, offering cruisers access to Scandinavian culture and natural beauty in the North Sea region.
Cruises that visit Haugesund
- cruises to Haugesund
- Haugesund sailings
- Haugesund cruises
- 7-night Disney Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Disney Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 8-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 8-night Holland America Line cruise
- 8-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 8-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 8-night Seabourn cruise
- 9-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 9-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 9-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Explora Journeys cruise
Build Your Day in Haugesund
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Amanda Storsenter
Near city centre Easy access Ample choice of shops
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Thon Senter Oasen
Very clean and good service at every store I visited.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Haraldshaugen
Very interesting to view the world through different eyes.
Obs Haugesund
Great selection
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Markedet Kjøpesenter
Lovely tourist shopping experience, shame about the prices, ouch.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Brasserie Kaien Haugesund
Lovely atmosphere, good food, good service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Oxe Burger
Phenomenal burgers and the best sweet potato fries I have EVER eaten.
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
The Viking Village on Bukkøy (Viking Farm at Bukkøy)
The guides were extremely knowledgeable, appoarchable and fun.
🕐 Temporarily closed
Bergsenteret
Jula shop has everything from screws and work tools 🔨 to coffee makers.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Karmsundgata Senter
Always find good offers
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Gard senter AS
Great place to visit for all your shopping needs.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM
Mackkjelleren
Best bar in Haugesund, great music and staff are great
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Lothes Mat og Vinhus
Food and service were amazing!
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Raglamyr Senteret
Nice place and have almost everything you need daily
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Djupadalen
Nice trail around the lake with beautiful views along the way.
Cibo AS
Very good food and service, also good scenery!
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
Steinsfjellsutsikten 225 m.o.h. (360° Viewpoint)
Worth a visit if in the area.
Stuelands Abothek Bar/Pub
A very nice pub with excellent service and a good place to meet people.
Kvalsvik skulpturpark
Interesting art work and a beautiful location to showcase them!
Den Lille Bokbutikken
Beautiful shop, friendly, helpful owners Great quality goods
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
King Harald I Fairhair statue
It's okay, a couple of photos, and you are essentially done.
The Irish Viking AS
... place bar staff very friendly and price wise for Norway very good.
🕐 Closed · Opens 1 PM
Folkepuben
A great place to meet locals and have a good beer.
STRAND GRILL
Food is great, quality biff and service is excellent.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Sportsbaren
Screens on almost every wall so you don't miss any action at all.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Marilyn Monroe Statue
A variety of public art along the waterfront.
Carlos' Bistro
Good food, reasonable service and pleasant atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Vanias Kafé
Great food, lovely people and wonderful atmosphere!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
The Viking Planet (Haugesund)
really innovative interactive displays within for zones of the museum
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Kringsjåhytta
Really enjoyed ourselves.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Sun
Rabalder Bar Haugesund
No takeout·No delivery
Sildemuseet i Dokken
Excellent guide lovely setting great value also gets you into art museum.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Kvalen fyr
Definitely recommend a visit.
La Divina AS
Service it’s lovely and the atmosphere very cozy and chill .
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM
Kyststien i Haugesund
Some nice walks around the town and coastal paths.
The Strand
Food, service, drinks, atmosphere all 5 star, best in town!
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM
Hagland fortress
Nice to see and walk around history.
Mini Krasna Bar, Karaoke & Pianobar
Wonderful staff and facilities, the bar was lovely and overall excellent x
Kaigata 1 Bar
Delicious food, wonderful staff and great find
Bøkkeren Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Karmsund Civic Museum
Small but packed with exhibits and a warm welcome too.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Krosshaugen
The view is amazing.
LUX Nightclub Haugesund
The DJs kept the energy high all night, playing a great mix of hits.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 PM Fri
Haugesund Tourist Information
They had an area where the children and adults could dress up as vikings.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Garasjebryggeriet
We went for party
Fjordbuda Haugesund
Good prices and promotions.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Destinasjon Haugesund og Haugalandet AS
Haugesund Walk of Fame
Amazing experience.
Bytoget (City Train Sightseeing)
Fair price for families.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Haugesund
Haugesund has quietly established itself as a vibrant cruise hub in Northern Europe, with eleven major cruise lines including Holland America Line, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Celebrity Cruises calling at this Norwegian port. With nearly 100 upcoming cruises and predominantly seven-night itineraries, Haugesund serves primarily as a port of call on routes connecting iconic Scandinavian and Northern European destinations like Oslo, Bergen, Copenhagen, and Rotterdam. The port enjoys robust activity during the peak summer months from May through September, making it an excellent choice for travelers seeking authentic Nordic experiences without the crowds of larger ports.
Once ashore, passengers discover a charming coastal town with genuine Norwegian character. The waterfront area invites leisurely exploration, while nearby attractions showcase the region's rich maritime heritage and natural beauty. Whether you're looking to stretch your legs between sea days or dive deeper into local culture, Haugesund offers the perfect balance of accessibility and authentic Scandinavian discovery that makes Northern European cruising so rewarding.
Once ashore, passengers discover a charming coastal town with genuine Norwegian character. The waterfront area invites leisurely exploration, while nearby attractions showcase the region's rich maritime heritage and natural beauty. Whether you're looking to stretch your legs between sea days or dive deeper into local culture, Haugesund offers the perfect balance of accessibility and authentic Scandinavian discovery that makes Northern European cruising so rewarding.
Cruise Lines at Haugesund
- Viking Ocean Cruises (27 cruises)
- Holland America Line (23 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (15 cruises)
- Seabourn (11 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (10 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (9 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (9 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (6 cruises)
- Silversea (3 cruises)
- Disney Cruise Line (2 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (2 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (1 cruise)
