Haugesund Cruise Port
Haugesund, Norway · Northern Europe
Cruise ships dock at Garpaskjærskaien — Cruise Quay, Haugesund.
Plan my port daysWalkable town port: cross the bridge from the quay into a compact centre; the Viking sites at Avaldsnes need a short bus or taxi.
At a glance
Port summary
Cruise ships dock at Garpaskjærskaien at the northern entrance to Haugesund, about 950 m (a 15-20 minute walk) from the town centre across a bridge over Smedasundet. The compact centre, main street (Haraldsgata) and harbourfront are easily walkable; the Viking history sites at Avaldsnes and the village of Skudeneshavn need a bus or taxi.
Cruise dock
🚢 Garpaskjærskaien — Cruise Quay
The main cruise quay at the northern entrance to Haugesund, able to take the largest ships (297 m). A tourist info point and souvenir shop sit at the pier; the town centre is a 15-20 minute walk across the bridge, with a shuttle on most calls.
📍 Latitude: 59.4118, Longitude: 5.257
See dock on port map →Getting to Haugesund
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
The compact centre is a 15-20 minute walk across a bridge with lovely harbour views.
📍 Leave the quay and cross the bridge over Smedasundet into town.
A shuttle bus usually runs from the quay to the town centre while the ship is docked.
📍 At the quay when your ship is in.
Kolumbus buses reach Avaldsnes and Karmøy; pay by contactless or the Kolumbus app.
📍 Bus stops in the town centre after the bridge.
Handy for Avaldsnes, Steinsfjellet or Skudeneshavn; Norwegian taxis are pricey but take cards.
📍 Taxi rank at the quay and in the centre.
Map & things to do
Money & payments
A card or phone covers everything in Haugesund; you do not need Norwegian cash.
Things to do
Avaldsnes & Nordvegen History Centre
⭐ Highlight
Explore Norway's ancient royal seat and its Viking-age history centre.
🕐 Late morning
Smedasundet Waterfront
Short stop🚶 Walk
Stroll the lively waterfront along the sound that runs through the heart of Haugesund.
🕐 Anytime; bright and breezy by the water
Skudeneshavn Old Town
🚶 Walk
Wander the lanes of one of Norway's best-preserved white-painted wooden towns.
🕐 Daytime
St Olav's Church, Avaldsnes
Short stop⛪ Church / Cathedral
Visit the 13th-century stone church beside the famous leaning Virgin Mary's Needle stone.
🕐 With an Avaldsnes visit
Steinsfjellet Viewpoint
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
Take in a sweeping panorama over Haugesund, the islands and the sea.
🕐 Clear days for the best views
Djupadalen Park
🌿 Nature
Walk wooded trails around a peaceful lake in Haugesund's green recreation area.
🕐 Dry spells; lovely in summer
Haraldsgata
Short stop🛍️ Shopping
Browse Haugesund's long pedestrian main street, lined with shops and cafés.
🕐 Daytime shopping hours
Haraldshaugen National Monument
Short stopother
See Norway's national monument to Harald Fairhair, who first united the country.
🕐 Morning or afternoon; lovely in clear light
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Plan my port days →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Haugesund?
- Your ship docks directly at the Haugesund cruise terminal in Norway.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Haugesund?
- Yes. Haugesund is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Haugesund centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Shuttle bus, Local bus, Taxi. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Haugesund?
- Plan for at least 2.5 hours ashore to see Haugesund independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Haugesund and are cards accepted?
- Haugesund uses the Norwegian krone. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Haugesund cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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