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The Kjærra Waterfalls Park

Kjærra Waterfalls Park lies beside Kjærrafossen on the River Numedalslågen, near Steinsholt in Larvik Municipality. Walk along the river, discover traditional salmon-fishing structures and cross the distinctive wooden Kjærra Bridge. During summer, you may also be able to watch the opening of a historic salmon trap, a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. The park is a place to enjoy throughout the year. Bring a picnic, find a bench near the river and watch the water rush through the narrow falls.

Discover the waterfalls and historic salmon fishing
Kjærrafossen is particularly known for its traditional salmon fishing. For centuries, local fishermen have used the river's currents to catch salmon as they travel upstream. Written records mention fishing rights at Kjærra as early as 1388. The fishing structures are built from timber and stone, with specially designed traps that guide salmon into a catch chamber. The historic fishing installation was eventually taken out of use, but was restored and reopened in 1992. Demonstrations now help visitors understand how the traditional method works.

Watch the salmon trap being opened
One of the summer highlights is the opening of the historic salmon trap. Visitors gather to watch the trap being raised and learn about a fishing tradition passed down through generations. Demonstrations normally take place on Thursdays during the summer season, often at 6 pm, with the first opening usually in early July. The activity depends on river conditions and water levels. Check the current programme before travelling, as demonstrations cannot always go ahead.

Cross Kjærra Bridge
Kjærra Bridge is a wooden pedestrian bridge spanning 132 metres across the River Numedalslågen. Its main unsupported span measures 91 metres, and the bridge opened in 2001. From the bridge, enjoy views across the water, waterfalls and wooded landscape on both banks. It connects the walking areas and gives you another perspective on the river.

Walk among sculptures and green spaces
Kjærra Waterfalls Park has paths, open spaces and benches where you can stop for a break. There are also designated picnic and barbecue areas. As you explore, look for sculptures by Norwegian artist Trond Fredriksen and outdoor photographs showing the same landscape during winter. At Myrejordet, a geological timeline created with Gea Norvegica UNESCO Global Geopark tells the story of Earth's development and the natural processes that shaped Lågendalen.

Music and events beside the falls
The outdoor amphitheatre at Kjærra is used for concerts and cultural events. The park also hosts occasional exhibitions, guided visits and traditional celebrations. Check the current programme if you would like to combine your visit with an event.

Combine your visit with Høyt & Lavt
Høyt & Lavt Adventure Park is located next to Kjærra, with treetop climbing courses and zip lines. You can combine a day of climbing with a quieter walk beside the river. The adventure park has separate opening hours, booking conditions and requirements for participants.

Stay safe near the river
The River Numedalslågen has strong currents, and water levels can change considerably. Keep your distance from the falls, use established paths and take care on wet rocks and slippery surfaces. Use barbecues only where permitted and follow local fire regulations. The historic fishing structures are an important part of the area's cultural heritage. Please enjoy them from the designated visitor areas and avoid disturbing the installations.

Fjordtaxi

Fjordtaxi is based at Arås marina outside Tønsberg town. Public bus service from / to Tønsberg every 20 minute. There is also parking at the marina.

From Arås there are short distances to the archipelago and Færder national park. The boat is a fast Halco 29 'with 310 hp. and bears the name "The Crow".

It is registered for up to 12 people with luggage.

Fjordtaxi has one owner, Rune Hübner. He is an experienced skipper, raised in the archipelago and know all the islets, reefs and attractions that are worth visiting.

In addition, Fjordtaxi offer guided sightseeing tours, fishing tours, lighthouse visit and seal safari.

The Viking Ship Saga Oseberg

Experience the Oseberg ship
The Oseberg Viking Inhertiance Foundation has built an exact copy of this ship on a voluntary basis. In the construction process only tools and construction methods identical to what was used during the construction of the original ship in the Viking era was applied.

You can visit the copy of the Oseberg ship at the harbor in Tønsberg.

Saga Oseberg is on a voyage from 10–24 July 2026 and will not be moored at Vikingodden during this period.

A copy of the beautiful carved bow can also be seen at The Slottsfjell Museum.

The Klåstadship
The foundation Oseberg Vikingarv has also built a copy of another famous Viking discovery – The Klåstad ship. The original ship is located at The Slottsfjell Museum. A third ship named Saga Farmann was launched at the harbour of Tønsberg in September 2018.

In 2021, the construction of an archaeological replica of the Gokstad ship also started. The construction will take place both at Vikingodden in Tønsberg and by the Whaling Monument in Sandefjord. Here you have the opportunity to join and build ships with the Vikings' tools.

At the building site, called Vikingodden, The Foundation has a little shop where viking souvenirs and gift items are sold.

The Viking hall “Gildehallen”

Gildehallen is located at Midgard Viking Centre in Borre, Horten. This reconstructed Viking Age feast hall offers a glimpse into the buildings where powerful chieftains and leading families gathered for feasts, ceremonies and important occasions. With its central fireplace, carved wooden pillars and decorative details, the hall brings Viking Age craftsmanship and traditions to life.

A Viking hall inspired by archaeological discoveries
Gildehallen opened in 2013 and was reconstructed using archaeological discoveries from Borre and theories about the appearance of the great halls of the Viking Age. Much of the timber was worked by hand using tools and techniques inspired by the period. Look closely at the carved entrance portal, wooden roof shingles and decorated pillars inside the hall. The carvings draw on Norse mythology and Viking Age ornamentation. Among the motifs are Odin's ravens, Huginn and Muninn.

Where chieftains gathered
During the Viking Age, large halls were important gathering places for powerful families. Feasts, ceremonies and meetings helped strengthen relationships, alliances and social standing. Archaeologists have discovered traces of large hall buildings at Borre. Together with the monumental burial mounds, these discoveries show the area's importance as a centre of power during the Iron Age and Viking Age. Continue your visit at the nearby Borre burial mounds to discover more of the area's history.

Guided tours and Viking experiences
Gildehallen is part of Midgard Viking Centre, where exhibitions, guided tours and activities introduce visitors to Viking Age life. During the high season, Midgard offers regular guided tours of Gildehallen. Guides explain the building's design, woodcarvings and the historical research behind the reconstruction. Private guided tours and Viking activities can also be arranged for groups throughout the year.

A Viking hall for private events
Gildehallen can be hired for weddings, anniversaries, corporate gatherings and other celebrations. Groups can arrange a Viking-inspired feast with food, storytelling and historical activities. For more information about private events, visit Gildehallen's venue listing. This booking page is currently available in Norwegian.

Plan your visit
Gildehallen is located at Birkelyveien 9 in Borre and follows the opening hours of Midgard Viking Centre. During the regular low season, the centre is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm, with extended hours for selected events. Mondays are also included during the high season and school holidays.

Admission to Midgard Viking Centre includes access to Gildehallen. Regular guided tours are included when scheduled, while private group tours must be booked separately. Accessible parking is available near the hall. Visitors with reduced mobility are advised to drive to Gildehallen rather than use the woodland path.

Visit the official Midgard Viking Centre website for current opening hours, admission prices and guided tours.

The Slottsfjells Museum

The Slottsfjells Museum is located at the foot of Slottsfjellet hill in Tønsberg, where you can explore Vestfold's history from the Viking Age to more recent times. See the original Klåstad Viking ship, stand beside enormous whale skeletons and discover Tønsberg's role as a royal centre during the Middle Ages. Outside the museum, you can explore historic buildings at Vestfoldtunet and the ruins of the medieval Tunsberghus fortress.

See the original Klåstad Viking ship
In the Viking Hall, you can see the Klåstad ship, a Viking Age merchant vessel discovered at Klåstad in Tjølling near Larvik. Known as Norway's fourth Viking ship, it is one of the few surviving Viking vessels on display in Norway. The remains of the ship offer a close look at a vessel that once travelled along the Norwegian coast. The exhibition also tells the story of the famous Oseberg discovery, made in Slagendalen just outside Tønsberg in 1904. To see how these ships may have looked on the water, continue to Vikingodden at Tønsberg harbour. Here you can see archaeological reconstructions of the Oseberg and Klåstad ships when they are not away on voyages.

Come face to face with the whales
In the Whale Hall, seven large whale skeletons are on display, including a blue whale skeleton considered one of the largest preserved examples in the world. The enormous bones give you a sense of the size of these animals. The museum also tells the story of Svend Foyn from Tønsberg, whose technological innovations played an important role in the development of modern whaling. The exhibitions explore how whaling shaped maritime industries, working life and communities across Vestfold.

Explore medieval Tønsberg
Tønsberg was an important centre of power during the Middle Ages. At the Slottsfjells Museum, discover the lives of kings, nobles, clergy and ordinary people at a time when Tunsberghus was one of Scandinavia's major medieval fortresses. The story continues outside on Slottsfjellet hill, where the castle ruins remain visible in the landscape. Here you can explore traces of defensive walls, buildings and fortifications that once protected the royal stronghold. At the top stands Slottsfjell Tower, Tønsberg's well-known landmark built in 1888. When the tower is open, visitors can climb to enjoy views over the town, the fjord and the surrounding landscape.

Step back in time at Vestfoldtunet
Between the museum and Slottsfjellet hill lies Vestfoldtunet, an open-air collection of historic farm buildings moved here from different parts of the county. The buildings include farmhouses, a barn, a smithy and old timber structures that tell the story of rural life. One of the buildings is Heierstadloftet, dating from 1407 and regarded as Vestfold's oldest surviving secular building. Together, the houses offer a glimpse into traditional architecture, farming and everyday life across several centuries. Some of the buildings can be visited during guided tours. In summer, Seterkaféen also opens, offering refreshments between your museum visit and a walk up the hill.

Guided tours and activities
The Slottsfjells Museum offers guided tours for groups interested in exploring Viking history, the Middle Ages and other parts of its collections. Tours can be adapted to different groups and must be booked in advance. The museum also hosts activities and educational programmes throughout the year. The programme varies depending on the season, school holidays and exhibitions, so check what is happening before your visit.

Explore more of Tønsberg
The Slottsfjells Museum is part of an area where much of Tønsberg's history can be explored on foot. Start with the museum exhibitions, continue through Vestfoldtunet and walk up to the medieval castle ruins on Slottsfjellet. For more art and culture, visit Haugar Art Museum near Tønsberg town centre, with changing exhibitions of Norwegian and international art.

Plan your visit
The Slottsfjells Museum is located at Farmannsveien 30, 3111 Tønsberg, at the foot of Slottsfjellet hill. During the low season, from 1 September to 31 May, the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm and closed on Mondays. On selected Thursdays, opening hours may be extended until 7 pm for special events.

During the high season, from 1 June to 31 August, and during the autumn, winter and Easter school holidays, the museum is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm. Standard adult admission is NOK 100 during the low season and NOK 150 during the high season. Children under seven enter free of charge. Reduced rates are available for children, students, seniors, families and groups.

Slottsfjell Tower and Seterkaféen operate with separate opening hours. Both are closed during the low season. During the high season, they are normally open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm. Separate admission applies to the tower. The museum accepts Norwegian companion certificates. Visitors with accessibility requirements should contact the museum in advance to check access to the exhibitions, historic buildings and the hilltop area.

Visit the Slottsfjells Museum website for current opening hours, admission prices, activities and guided tour bookings.

Midgard Viking Centre

Midgard Viking Centre is located beside the Borre burial mounds in Horten, where visitors can explore the Viking Age through exhibitions, guided tours and activities. Step inside the reconstructed Guild Hall, discover the stories of the people who lived at Borre and explore one of the Nordic region's most significant burial grounds from the Late Iron Age.

Step inside the Viking Guild Hall
The Guild Hall is a reconstruction of a large Viking Age hall, built at Midgard in 2013. Its design draws on archaeological discoveries and research into how such buildings may have looked. Inside, you will find decorated wooden pillars, carvings and craftsmanship inspired by Viking Age traditions. Discover how powerful chieftains and other members of the elite used their halls for feasts, gatherings and ceremonies. Midgard's guides share the stories behind the architecture, carvings and reconstruction. The hall is also used for special events and historical feasts that can be arranged for groups.

Explore the Borre burial mounds
Just below the Viking Centre lie the Borre burial mounds, the Nordic region's largest collection of monumental burial mounds from the Late Iron Age.
Used as a burial ground between approximately AD 600 and 900, the site provides evidence of a powerful community at Borre. Its large mounds and archaeological traces of hall buildings make it an important place for understanding leadership and society before and during the Viking Age. You can explore the burial mounds independently or join a guided tour to learn about archaeological discoveries, burial traditions and the history of the area. The Borre Park is free to visit.

Exhibitions about the Viking Age
Midgard Viking Centre presents exhibitions exploring different aspects of the Iron Age and Viking Age. Archaeological evidence and historical interpretation reveal how people lived, how society was organised and what beliefs shaped their world.
Exhibitions change over time, and the museum also hosts themed activity days, lectures and events offering further opportunities to explore Viking history.

Viking activities for children and adults
At Midgard's Viking playground, visitors can discover games and skills inspired by the Viking Age.
Archery, traditional games, tug-of-war, crafts and other activities feature in different programmes throughout the year. Organised group activities must be booked in advance and have separate fees. The museum also hosts activity days for families and other visitors. Check the programme to see which activities are available during your visit.

A café overlooking the burial mounds
Midgard has a café overlooking the Borre burial mounds, offering a place to take a break before or after exploring the exhibitions and Guild Hall.
You do not need a museum ticket to visit the café or the Borre Park.

Discover more Viking heritage in Vestfold
Midgard Viking Centre is a natural starting point for exploring the Viking Trail through Vestfold. The route connects some of the region's most important archaeological sites, including burial grounds, historic settlements and places associated with Viking Age power and trade.

Plan your visit
Midgard Viking Centre is located at Birkelyveien 9 in Borre, Horten municipality. From June to August, the museum is normally open daily from 11 am to 4 pm. During the low season, it is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm, with separate arrangements for school holidays, public holidays and the Christmas period.

Opening hours may be extended until 7 pm on selected Tuesdays for events. Regular admission includes the exhibitions, Guild Hall, Viking playground and the museum's scheduled guided tours. Some events and organised group activities have separate fees. The main museum building is accessible to wheelchair users. Designated parking is available near both the museum and the Guild Hall. Visitors with reduced mobility are advised to reach the Guild Hall by road rather than using the woodland path.

Check Midgard Viking Centre's official website for current opening hours, admission prices, exhibitions and activities before visiting.

Edvard Munch´s house in Åsgårdstrand

Munch's House is located in Åsgårdstrand, in the municipality of Horten, and is the only surviving home of Edvard Munch. On a guided tour, you can step inside the artist's small, yellow-painted wooden house and explore the rooms where he lived and worked. Discover a more personal side of one of Norway's most famous artists in the surroundings that inspired many of his paintings.

Step inside Edvard Munch's home
Edvard Munch bought the house in 1898 after spending several summers in Åsgårdstrand. It was the first property he owned and a place he returned to throughout much of his life. The house retains its historic character, with rooms and interiors offering a glimpse into Munch's everyday life. During the guided tour, you will learn about his years in Åsgårdstrand, the people he met and how his experiences influenced his art. The garden also contains Munch's studio. The original studio building was demolished, but another building was later erected on the same site.

The landscape that inspired Munch
Åsgårdstrand played an important role in Munch's artistic development. The shoreline, narrow streets, gardens and local residents all became subjects of his paintings. Several well-known works, including "Girls on the Bridge", "Four Girls in Åsgårdstrand" and "The Dance of Life", have close connections to the town. You can still recognise parts of the landscape while exploring Åsgårdstrand. Discover more about the places associated with his paintings in Visit Vestfold's guide to Munch's House in Åsgårdstrand.

Walk in Munch's footsteps
Munch's House offers guided tours of the artist's home and walks through the historic streets of Åsgårdstrand. The guided walk explores Munch's relationship with the town and visits places connected to his life and paintings. It also includes a tour of the house. At the former town hall in central Åsgårdstrand, you can visit Digital Munch, which offers further insights into the artist's life through digital storytelling. The museum shop is also located here.

A historic artist's home
Following Munch's death in 1944, the local municipality purchased the property. The house opened as a museum in 1947, and the property received protected heritage status in 2013. Today, Munch's House offers visitors a closer understanding of the artist's home and the surroundings that meant so much to him.

Plan your visit
Munch's House is located at Edvard Munchs gate 25 in Åsgårdstrand, a short walk from the harbour. The museum opens seasonally, normally from May to September, with scheduled guided tours. In September, regular opening hours are Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm. Opening days and guided tour times vary throughout the season. The house can only be visited on a guided tour. Tickets can be purchased at the studio or museum shop, and private group tours can be arranged in advance.

The historic house and studio have steps, thresholds and narrow doorways that limit accessibility. Parking near the museum is very limited, and visitors are advised to use the parking facilities at Åsgårdstrand harbour.

Check the official Munch's House website for current opening hours, admission prices and guided tour information before visiting.

Berger museum

Berger Museum is located in the former Fossekleven textile factory in Berger, between Sande and Svelvik. Discover the story of the famous Berger blankets, textile design and the people who helped establish one of Norway's best-preserved industrial communities. The museum shares its premises with Fossekleiva Cultural Centre.

The story behind the Berger blankets
From 1879 to 2003, Berger was an important centre of Norwegian textile production. The factories produced blankets, woollen throws and fabrics for clothing and furniture.

The museum's main exhibition features original pattern sketches, fabric samples and finished textiles. Its collection documents more than 3,000 different designs, revealing how patterns, colours and weaving techniques developed over generations.

Discover how drawings and design ideas became finished fabrics, and how Norwegian and European design influenced the textiles produced in Berger.

A community built around industry
Berger grew around its textile factories, which shaped both working life and everyday life in the community. The historic factories, workers' houses and other buildings remain important features of the area.

The museum tells the stories of factory workers, owners and the development of the local community. It offers an insight into how textile production helped shape an entire industrial town.

From textile factory to cultural centre
Today, Berger Museum shares its historic factory building with Fossekleiva Cultural Centre. The former industrial premises have become a venue for art, culture and local history.

A permanent exhibition also explores Berger's transformation from an industrial community into a centre for art and culture, and the people who gave the former factory a new purpose.
In the same building, Café Jebsen serves lunch, coffee and cakes. There is also a shop offering textiles inspired by historic Berger patterns, among other products.

Guided tours and visitor information
Berger Museum offers guided tours for groups by prior arrangement, including visits outside regular opening hours. Educational programmes are also available for school groups.

The museum opens seasonally. During the autumn period, it is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon to 4 pm. Opening hours vary throughout the year, and admission prices differ between the high and low seasons.

Berger Museum is located at Bergerveien 2b. Parking is available at Fossekleiva Cultural Centre, and the nearest bus stop is Berger gård.

Visit the museum's official website for current opening hours, admission prices, guided tours and accessibility information.

The Aluminium Museum

The Aluminium Museum in Holmestrand tells the story of a metal that helped shape the town and became an important part of Norwegian industry. The museum occupies the oldest part of the historic aluminium factory, right next to a production facility that is still in operation.

From cookware to modern technology
What do a coffee pot, a car wheel and a food can have in common? Aluminium. At the museum, discover how this lightweight, versatile metal developed from a new industrial material into something we use in everyday life.

The exhibition follows the industry from its early beginnings to modern high-tech production. Learn how aluminium is produced and processed, what makes it useful, and how new products and manufacturing techniques have developed over time.

A century of industrial history
Aluminium production has played an important role in Holmestrand for more than a hundred years. The museum is located in the premises where AS Sveiseverket began operating in 1916, offering an insight into the people, technology and industry that helped shape the town.
The Aluminium Museum opened in 2002 and is part of Vestfold Museums. Its exhibition was renewed in 2019.

Aluminium and recycling
The story continues just outside the museum. The neighbouring factory is still operating, using a high proportion of recycled aluminium in its production. The exhibition explains why aluminium can be recycled and explores the metal's role in modern industry. Local history meets technology and today's questions about resources and the environment.

Plan your visit
The Aluminium Museum is located at Weidemanns gate 8 in central Holmestrand, approximately an 11-minute walk from the railway station.
The museum's regular visiting season runs from March to November. Opening hours vary throughout the season, and guided tours for groups can be arranged in advance.

The museum offers a wheelchair ramp, step-free exhibition space and an accessible toilet. Companion cards are accepted.
Visit the Vestfold Museums website for current opening hours, admission prices and guided tour bookings.

Haugar Art Museum

Haugar Art Museum is located on a hill in central Tønsberg, in the former Seamen's School. The museum presents Norwegian and international contemporary art through changing exhibitions and highlights from its own collection. The historic brick building provides a distinctive setting for exploring art.

Discover Norwegian and international art
Haugar presents artists whose works explore a wide range of materials, ideas and artistic expressions. Exhibitions feature painting, printmaking, sculpture and installations, bringing together established artists and different perspectives on contemporary art.
The museum's collection exhibition features a regularly changing selection of works, including pop art, abstraction and material-based art by Norwegian and international artists.

Andy Warhol and the museum's collection
An important part of Haugar's collection consists of works by American pop artist Andy Warhol, including his After Munch series, inspired by motifs from Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. The collection also includes works by artists such as Siri Aurdal, Elisabeth von Krogh, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Pål Vigeland. The artworks on display change as exhibitions are updated or individual works are loaned to other institutions. Throughout the year, Haugar also presents temporary exhibitions exploring different artists, themes and artistic traditions.

Art for children and families
Haugar offers activities that encourage children to explore art in their own way. Picture hunts, creative tasks and workshops give young visitors opportunities to look closely at artworks and experiment with their own ideas. Family activities vary throughout the year. Check the museum's programme for current workshops, guided tours and events.

Guided tours, museum shop and café
For a deeper introduction to the exhibitions, Haugar offers private guided tours for groups by arrangement, including visits outside regular opening hours. The museum shop stocks art books, exhibition catalogues, postcards, jewellery, ceramics and gifts. Visitors can enter the shop without purchasing a museum ticket. Uro Café and Bar is also located at the museum, serving coffee, baked goods and lunch. The café hosts events and offers evening opening on selected days.

Explore more art and history in Tønsberg
Haugar is within easy reach of other cultural attractions in central Tønsberg. Continue to the Slottsfjell Museum to discover more about Vestfold's history, from the Viking Age to more recent times. For further inspiration, explore Visit Vestfold's guide to art experiences in Vestfold.

Plan your visit
Haugar Art Museum is located at Gråbrødregaten 17 in central Tønsberg. The museum is normally open Tuesday to Friday from 11 am to 4 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. It is closed on Mondays. Special opening hours may apply on public holidays and during events.

The museum has lifts between exhibition floors, accessible toilets and designated accessible parking near the courtyard wall. Pushchairs are not permitted inside exhibition areas, but the museum has pushchairs available to borrow.
Haugar is approximately a nine-minute walk from Tønsberg railway station.

Visit the museum's official website for current opening hours, admission prices, exhibitions and guided tours.