Rich in maritime history, Southampton doesn’t have to work hard to entertain you. Its attractions span the gamut of good restaurants and pubs to Conservation walks in the lush, open Common, taking in art that dates back six centuries and musical or theatrical performances

Stavanger is a fascinating combination of the best of the old and new. You’ll find modern architecture and trendy, stylish cafes as well as ancient cobblestone walkways, museums and rows of 18th-century whitewashed wooden houses said to be the best-preserved timber buildings in northern Europe. Cruise ship docks are conveniently located in the center of town, just minutes from this charming city’s many attractions.

Much of this picturesque town, located at the tip of the Nordfjord, looks as though it is straight out of the 17th century. Its many historic sites include Olden Old Church, built in 1759 on the site of the original stave church dating back to the 14th century, and the Singer Home, former residence of American painter William Singer.

The town of Flåm is nestled in a tributary of the world’s longest and deepest fjord. Surrounded by steep mountainsides, roaring waterfalls, and deep valleys, visitors here experience a one-of-a-kind encounter with nature.

Located on an island in northern Norway, surrounded by spectacular fjords, mountains and jagged coastline, Tromso has been called the “Paris of the North.” This lively city is home to the world’s northernmost university, planetarium, cable car and brewery, not necessarily in that order. Its most famous landmark, however, is its arctic Cathedral, whose design is evocative of the region’s snow and icebergs.

Deep in the land of the Midnight Sun, Honningsvag is the northernmost town in Europe. And with more than 1,000 cruise ships calling during the summer season, it is also the largest and busiest cruises port in northern Europe. Given its location, be on the lookout for free-roaming reindeer grazing the tundra on the outskirts of town.

On the southern tip of Norway lies the country’s fifth-largest city. Kristiansand is full of family fun and is a haven for outdoor adventure seekers. Kids of all ages will love Dyreparken zoo and amusement park, and the charming Fiskebrygga is home to a lively fish market, gourmet restaurants, and open air concerts. Stick your toes in the white sand of Bystranda Beach in the city center or venture just outside downtown to explore trails, fjords, and much more.

Rich in maritime history, Southampton doesn’t have to work hard to entertain you. Its attractions span the gamut of good restaurants and pubs to Conservation walks in the lush, open Common, taking in art that dates back six centuries and musical or theatrical performances