Location: Kristiansand
Top Things to do in Kristiansand
Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids 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.
Restaurants in Kristiansand
1. AnglerPilot
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
Professional Fishing Guiding from AnglerPilot is a service based on Natural Quality Experiences. Our focus on eco-friendly practices leads our customers to experience fishing in a variety of environments. Our experience in fishing and nature will hopefully make your time with us memorable for many years to come. Please do not hesistate to contact us and discuss your wishes.
2. Hoeyt og Lavt Kristiansand
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
The climbing park is situated in beautiful surroundings only 5 minutes from the city centre. We offer 9 different high ropes courses, in addition to Norway's most spectacular zip-line experience. We welcome families and groups - friends, companies and schools - to an active day in the forest.
3. Xland
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Xland in Kristiansand is one of the largest indoor climbing parks in Europe. Xland activity park on Odderøya in Kristiansand. Inside, there are 9 climbing courses in different levels (Low and high-altitude obstacle trails), 15 meter high climbing wall, free fall jump from 13 meter, climbing grids, 3 zip-lines and much more! Xland har its own cafeteria with local, healthy, Norwegian food. For visitors who just want to eat or watch there is free entry. Xland is perfect for children and families, as well as youth and grownups is search for adrenalinkick. The park is not dependent on weather, and is perfect for a rainy day. Open every day: 12am to 8pm.
4. Glowing Golf
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Glowing golf is the only of its kind in Norway. You play 18 holes minigolf in an atmosphere of UV lights and amazing 3D settings. It´s a fantastic experience for all ages! See you soon
Reviewed By Lcs00
Few places have this kind of a truly amazing experience. The service is excellent. The course is not to long, nor to short. Great variety in obstacles and challenges, making the entire experience great. A new consept with 3D glasses and neon lights that makes the mini-golf all that more enjoyable. Clean well kept environment and easily combined with food and drinks that is sold at the front desk. And a great lounge area to chill in between or after. This is a must to experience! Fits couples, friendgroups, first dates, families with young or older children and I would say almost all other people
5. 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.
6. 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
7. Gimle Gard
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
The Gimle estate was built around 1800. Collections of paintings, period furniture, china etc. reflect a family home through five generations. Now a cultural museum of historic interest, surrounded by an Englishstyle landscape manor house park. Combined tickets for the museum facilities at Gimle. Opening hours: Please check our web site.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Jegersberg HIking Trail
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
