Metro bowling

Metro bowling Sandefjord is located at Pindsle, 3 km from the town centre.

It is possible to have railing on all the courts, which makes it easier for children.

During the weekends the music is turned up, the lights are dimmed and music videos are playing on the screens.

Right next door is Metro indoor playground and Laser games. Restaurant & Sports bar.

Midtåsen Sculpture park

Midtåsen Sculptur Pavilion

On a hill in Midtåsen is Midtåsen sculpture pavilion and a sculpture park, featuring a selection of the works of Knut Steen in marble and bronze. Here you find twelve marble sculptures inside and four bronze sculptures outside.

The pavilion was drawn by the architect Svein Lund and landscape architect Gullik Gulliksen, and has brought international engagement.

Free entrance!

 

Historical flights with Dakota Norway

A pearl of a veteran plane that has Sandefjord as its base. Norway's only flying DC3 DAKOTA is situated at the east side of Torp Sandefjord Airport. The shining "silverbird" has been taken well care of and has been in the air since 1943 – and has a past as "presidential-plane". Regular tours of Vestfold in the summer season from May to October. See the website for details. 

It used to be the finish President Kekkonen's private plane when he was in office. "Dakota Norway" now owns the plane and thanks to great enthusiasm among its members, technicians and mechanics, the plane is still in the air in the best condition ever. The plane fullfills the strict demands of the Norwegian Aviation Department at all times.

The plane can carry 19 passengers.

Where to find Dakota Norway (Access via Bredholtveien)

The Whaling Museum

A BLUE WHALE HANGING FROM THE CEILING
The museum’s original building from 1917 houses a zoological exhibition with stuffed animals from the polar regions. The main attraction is the large
model of a blue whale hanging from the ceiling.

«WE WERE OUT TO GET WHALES»
This exhibition focuses on themes such as Norwegian discoveries and presence in the Antarctic, cultural meetings in the context of the whaling industry, family life and gender roles. The exhibition is largely based on the museum’s collections, as well as material on loan.

THE MUSEUM SHIP «SOUTHERN ACTOR»
«Southern Actor» was whaling in the Antarctic until 1962. You can go aboard during the summer season. Visit the exhibition about «Southern Actor» at the museum!

Groups
Guided tours for groups can be booked all year.

Galleri Gudem

Enjoy the peace and quiet and let the surroundings engulf you.

Lean back with nature's artwork right outside the window, wonderful walking opportunities along the beach, rocky cliffs, fresh sea air, as well as Norwegian contemporary art that fills the gallery's walls.

The place
Location and views are magnificent. Right in the center of Hvasser.

​​​​Here you get a kitchen with the possibility to cook and a nice dining area both inside and outside.

Galleri Gudem has a delicate bathroom and laundry room, with a shower cubicle, designed by the artist himself.

You will of course find art on every wall.

The gallery is best suited for 4 adults and 2 children.

Borre Family Camping

Borre Family Camping is the perfect destination for families who want to spend a relaxing and fun holiday in beautiful surroundings. The campsite is beautifully located in Borre, surrounded by lush forests with great hiking trails, just a few minutes' drive from the center of Horten.

At Borre Family Camping you will find everything you need for a great camping experience. The campsite has a number of facilities that will make your stay even more comfortable. You can enjoy the sun on the beach, play on the playground with the children or explore the many hiking trails in the area.

Whatever you choose to do, Borre Family Camping will give you and your family an unforgettable camping experience right in the heart of Vestfold. Come and experience the beautiful nature and the pleasant atmosphere at Borre Family Camping!

Horten Apartment

Horten Apartment with its 35 rooms is a modern living concept with low prices. Horten Apartment offers tasteful rooms with a fully equipped mini kitchen, private bathroom, a comfortable bed, a good chair, a desk and a wardrobe, for long and short term rentals for both private individuals and companies.

From June 2025, Horten Apartment will increase its capacity to 88 rooms/apartments. All rooms have their own kitchen and private bathroom with shower, sink and toilet. Bed linen and towels. Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave and stovetop, as well as cutlery, crockery and pots.

Horten Apartment combines simplicity with comfort, low prices and a central location in Horten. If you want to spend your money on things other than minibars and room service, Horten Apartment is the place for you. Horten Apartment has its own laundry room with washers and dryers, free wifi and parking.

Hvasser Motell

Hvasser Motel – location and history

The motel is driven by the Schøning-Olsen family third generation. “Fjeldhøi” was built in 1917 by Henrik Torgersen, where the main business was post and phone service. When Sigvart Schøning-Olsen got the estate in 1933, he changed the business to  the accommodation sector. In 1936 it was a guesthouse, then in 1978 it was changed to a motel and the annex was torn down.

Cabin and communal area
The cabins are spread out on a 8.000 m2 property, with a nice cosy garden with old fruit trees and roses. There is activities such as volleyball and a playground for the children. The beach is 150 m walking distance away, perfect for small children. Grocery store (year round) and different restaurants (open during summer) is 150 m from the motel.

The cabins are 35-40 m2 and all have living room with kitchen, 2 bedrooms with 4-6 beds, bathroom with shower and toilet. The cabins are equipped with kitchen utensils, duvet and pillows (bed covers is for rent), TV, outdoor furniture and barbeque. In the main house there is a communal living room, freezer opportunities and laundry room.

All the cabins have been renovated over the last few years, such as the kitchen and bathroom. Nine cabins are open during the winter as well, and is usually rented over a long period of time.

During the summer the main guest are families that enjoy the summer with sun and beach.

Animals
Dogs are welcome.

Group activities
Hvasser Motel is perfect for groups, family gatherings and associations, where its possible to rent multiple cabins and the communal living room, where the guest can either have dinner party or have seminars. There is a lot of different activities in Hvasser and Tjøme. Such as scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, bow and arrow, hiking, climbing, horse riding and golf.

Thon Hotel Horten

Thon Hotel Horten consist of 88 rooms with 176 beds, all of the 88 rooms and most public areas have recently been renovated and upgraded. The hotel offers single rooms, double rooms and business rooms. A bar and à la carte restaurant with outdoor seating during the summer. There is also a lounge on the first floor with view of Oslofjord.

Thon Hotel Horten is expanding!

In spring 2027, guests can check in to the hotel’s new extension. The expansion will bring the total number of rooms to 186, including suites with views of the Oslofjord.

The hotel offers free Wifi and guest parking. 

Conferences and events
Thon Hotel Horten can help you arrange a business meeting, no matter if you are representing a company, the public sector or a voluntary organisation. The hotel has capacity for everything between 2 -200 people.

The hotel was renovated and upgraded in 2016, the rooms, the restaurant, the bar, lobby and meeting rooms was upgraded. The big room Fjordsalen can be divided into two rooms if needed. New equipment for videos, sound and microphones. The hotel has two big and  spacious conference rooms and two group rooms on the first floor.

Services
Golf packages, Borre Golf Club, museums, sights and a coastal trail are nearby. Also available nearby is taxi service, pubs, restaurants, shopping centres, beaches, fishing and boat-trips.

Caravansite by the harbour in Sandefjord

Sandefjord Motorhome Park has access from both the Strandpromenaden and Sandefjordsveien, and is located right by the sea and Sandefjord's new bathing facility. There are 13-14 places with power, filling options for water, emptying station for septic and rubbish, and a petrol station with long opening hours. Brand new sanitary facility with WC / shower and washing machine right next door. 

There is only a few minutes walk to shops, restaurants and Sandefjord town center. The ferry terminal for Color Line is only 300m from Sandefjord Motorhome Park. Across the road you will also find a swimming pool and shower at Scandic Park Sandefjord.

Payment is made on Vipps, or credit card on arrival. Drop-in only, no pre-booking is possible.