Location: Kristiansand
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Top 10 Things to do in Kristiansand, Southern Norway
Breathtaking Kristiansand was first settled in the early 5th century, with its modern iteration founded by King Christian IV in the mid 1600s. Home to many cultural, music, and arts festivals, the Norwegian city pulses with creative energy. Several museums celebrate local history and natural features, and the trails of Odderoyja are a wonderful way to breathe in fresh air while mingling with locals. Historic Oddernes church is a blend of architectural styles.
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1. Dyreparken
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4.5 based on 1,355 reviews
Kristiansand Dyrepark is the number one tourist attraction in Norway, attracting close to 1 million visitors each year. It consists of more than 150 different animal species, entertainment, shows, amusement park as well as a seperate water park called Badelandet.
Reviewed By phillipka - Kristiansand, Norway
Kristiansand Zoo is more than a regular zoo: There's an amusement park and a water fun park, as well. Great care is taken to make sure that the animals have plenty of space, and that's good for the animals. Sometimes it´s not so good for the visitors, as the animals tend to find shelter away from sight of the visitors. My son found the tigers and the cheetahs to be the most exciting, but the rain forest is also always interesting. I would recommend spending two days here, if you have the time.
2. Kristiansand Kanonmuseum
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
Welcome to Kristiansand Kannmuseum where the worlds second largest land based canon can be seen. The area around the canon is good for hiking. Please see website for opening hours. We are now closed for the season.
Reviewed By 920leift - Kristiansand, Norway
It has now been overhauld and painted innthe colors it had during ww2. It looks fantastic. Absolutely worth the visit
3. Odderoya
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4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By Gerd-Hanne_Norway
Really enjoyed my morning walk around Odderoya. Particularly, I liked the light house, the paths, the views from various spots around the island, and learning a little military history. Also, there is a small, charming garden which looked like it might be a community garden(?). There are some fairly steep hills if heading for the light house, so good to have proper footwear.
4. ARKIVET Peace and Human Rights Centre
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
ARKIVET Peace and Human Rights Centre is an education and documentation centre based in Kristiansand in the southern part of Norway. During the Second World War the building was the headquarters of Gestapo in southern Norway. Today ARKIVET studies how the retelling of our local history from World War II can help create attitudes, knowledge, and understanding in order to secure the basis for peace and democracy. The history from ARKIVET is conveyed through our permanent exhibition, temporary and virtual exhibitions.
Reviewed By Timski4u - Plymouth, United Kingdom
The building used to be an archive and was then used by the Gestapo as a centre for torture and investigation. The relatively long tour was led by a very passionate, knowledgeable Norwegian who took time to explain in minute detail the role of the Resistance and the costs they paid. The items on display and the documents bring home the true horror of the years of occupation and the close collaboration between Norway and Britain through those difficult years, including reference to Churchill's Secret Airfield that supplied the Resistance. Remarkably informative and moving experience.
5. Ravnedalen Naturpark
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4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By 695razvanp
For sure one of the most beautiful parks in Kristiansand and for those that like to spend time outside reading or relaxing this is the perfect spot.
6. Movik Fort
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Movik Fort was established by the German occupation forces during the Second World War and is part of the Atlantic Wall the German occupation forces line of defence along the coast of France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark and Norway. Movik Fort is a former German fort in a class of its own. It is of great national and European significance and is one of our National Fortifications.
7. Kristiansand Museum
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4.5 based on 73 reviews
Open-air museum with approx. 40 Antiquated buildings. Bygaden (old town street), Vest-Agder tunet (old yard) and Setesdalstunet. Miniature model town based on old buildings in Kristiansand. Walk down the old town street, allow the children to play with old-fashioned toys or run around in peaceful surroundings. Eat your sandwiches on a bench or enjoy a cup of coffee and a waffle at Consul Morch's Pavilion. Opening hours: Please check our web site.
8. Kristiansand Tourist Information
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Kristiansand Tourist Information. Our mission is to be a host for our visitors, apply good information and handle the cruise ships visiting Kristiansand.
9. Baneheia
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4.5 based on 185 reviews
Reviewed By lesleyw299 - Hastings, United Kingdom
After walking around the town of Kristiansand we headed to the highest point we could find for a view over the town. Behind the viewpoint are walking trails around several lakes. We wandered around admiring the views and how beautiful it all was. The lakes were starting to freeze over and a father and his sons were having fun throwing pieces of ice on to the frozen lakes and watching them shatter. I would imagine this is also a great place to walk round during the summer months, the wildlife would be amazing.
