Kristiansand Guided Tour
Shore excursion from port of Kristiansand, Norway
- Duration 3h
- Activity level low
What you'll do
Upon arrival of your cruise, picked up by our guide at the port, identified with a SHOREXC sign.
Kristiansand, the capital of the South of Norway was founded in 1641 by King Christian IX and in 1991 it celebrated its 375 years of history, being the hub of southern Norway's trade. What better way to explore the center of Kristiansand, with its colorful houses and interesting history than by joining our guided city walk?
Kristiansand, the capital of the South, was partially destroyed by the bombings of 1940. The reconstruction has given rise to a new image of the city with modern buildings of different colors.
We will start our walk on the pier and the first stop will be the fish market where we can see all the typical local specialties. We will then continue walking through the city center, passing by the cathedral and the local market. The oldest part of the city has many characteristics such as right-angled streets. The city is also known as Kvadraturen in Norwegian. Part of this area is Posebyen which is made up of one of the largest sets of low wooden houses in Northern Europe.
Our guide will explain the history of the great fire that the city suffered and destroyed half of the houses and will also show us how the locals have managed to build small specialty boutiques and cafes in this part of the old town.
At the end of the excursion, return to the port and farewell.
Details
OBSERVATIONS:
- Level: Easy/Panoramic/cultural
- Comfortable footwear is recommended.
- This is a walking tour around the city
- This tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility, people who require the use of a wheelchair or travel with baby strollers.
- Guests with reduced mobility who use a wheelchair must be accompanied by other people who can help them. Please use folding wheelchairs, as the buses do not have elevators or ramps (the client holds the sole responsibility if it does not report their situation at the time of booking).
Meeting point
Our guide will be waiting for you at the docking location identified with a SHOREXC sign.