At Tønsberg and Færder library you will find books and other media for children, young people and adults.
In addition, they offer events, exhibitions, a reading room, free internet and interlibrary loans.
The library also has its own department in Tjøme.
Tønsberglivet AS is a limited company owned by Tønsberg municipality, business and other players in the Tønsberg region.
There are many concerts throughout the season and the culture house has several stages. In addition to experiences in their own house, they also arrange sunrise concerts and other concerts at Verdens Ende.
Nøtterøy Kulturhus has many unique performances that can only be experienced only at this scene in Norway. They are also part of exciting international networks that provide access to fantastic performances normally have to go to Paris, London, Berlin and New York to experience.
The amphitheater has space for 425 seated audiences and both theater, new circus, comedy shows, dance and concerts are arranged here.
The club stage is used for intimate concerts, small standing concerts, beer tastings, wine tastings, literary meetings, opera cafes and so on.
The stage house is suitable for, among other things, standing concerts and performances close to the artists behind the stage curtain in the amphitheater.
The foyer is open 1 hour before and after the performance, and sells snacks and drinks. This can also be pre-ordered on the website when you buy a ticket.
The small hall is used for meetings and small events, and is not suitable for concerts. The hall is used as a cloakroom, and often for gatherings and meals for small groups in connection with performances/concerts. The cultural center also rents out premises for meetings and conferences.
Nøtterøy Kulturhus is closed in the middle of summer.
Nøtterøy Kulturhus is part of Færder municipality and is only 5 minutes by car from the center of Tønsberg. There are several free parking options.
If you take the bus, there is a bus stop within walking distance of the cultural center. Se vkt.no for timetables.
More information can be found on their website.
From Tønsberg and Nøtterøy we cross Vrengen bridge over to Tjøme, the islands furthest out in the Oslo Fjord towards the fresh seas of the Skagerrak. The three main islands, Tjøme, Brøtsø and Hvasser together with lots of small islands with sheltered harbours is a well-known holiday paradise where one can experience good swimming possibilities during the summer's long and sunny days. Tjøme claims to have most sunny days in the year!
Tjøme's area is 38 km². 4.500 people live here permanently. During the summer there are between 20.000-30.000 residents on this popular holiday island, due to the summer cottages here. There are restaurants, hotels, cottages to rent, camping grounds and a school camp.
As "Places of Interest" we must mention Tjøme's nature and Færder National Park.
"The World's End" Verdens Ende lies furthest south on Tjøme. The area has fantastic views towards the Skagerrak. Superb bathing possibilities from smooth rocks and islands. The name "World's End" originated amongst travellers here in the beginning of the 20th century. Before that the area was best known as vantage point for pilots looking for ships. The well known "basket lighthouse" and the restaurant were built in 1932. The long pier from the mainland out towards the small islands forms a protected harbour basin. Here lies one of Tjøme's largest Marinas with service buildings.
Hvasser – with the village of Sandøsund also has a unique contact with the skerries and the sea. South of Hvasser there are good rambling and bathing possibilities. On the northern part of the island is the well-known bathing beach; Lilleskagen.
Tjøme all the year round…
Tjøme is also an attraction for those who seek the first sign of spring or the beautiful colours of autumn. The foaming spray from a raging sea over the rocks at "World's End" or the clear, calm days of winter can be a worthwhile experience.
ENGLISH:
We are dedicated historical tour guides who take you through important parts of Tønsberg’s and Sandefjord’s history. Tours in English:
TØNSBERG AND SURROUNDINGS:
Town Center walk 1: Viking grave mounds, medieval living quarters, sailing ships harbour.
Town Center walk 2: Castle hill – Medieval kings and queens.
Oseberg grave mound (Access by car).
Borre grave mounds (Access by car).
SANDEFJORD AND SURROUNDINGS:
Town Center walk: Art nouveau buildings, historical buildings, Sandefjord Kurbad (Spa), parks.
Grave mound and Funerary monuments from the Viking Age at Gokstad, Elgesem, and Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Access by car/bus).
DEUTSCH:
Inger und Lene sind engagierte Reiseleiterinnen, die Sie durch wichtige Teile der Geschichte von Tønsberg und Sandefjord führen. Deutschsprachige Touren:
TØNSBERG UND UMGEBUNG:
Spaziergang 1 im Stadtzentrum: Wikingergrabhügel, mittelalterliche Wohnviertel, Segelschiffhafen.
Spaziergang 2 im Stadtzentrum: Slottsfjellet (Burgberg) – Mittelalterliche Könige und Königinnen.
Oseberg Grabhügel. (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)
Borre Grabhügel. (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)
SANDEFJORD UND UMGEBUNG:
Spaziergang durch das Stadtzentrum: Jugendstilgebäude, historische Gebäude, Sandefjord Kurbad, Parks.
Grabhügel und Grabdenkmäler aus der Wikingerzeit in Gokstad, Elgesem und Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Zufahrt mit dem Auto.)
FRANÇAIS
Inger est une guide touristique dévouée qui vous emmène à travers des parties importantes de l’histoire de Tønsberg et de Sandefjord. Visites en français :
TØNSBERG ET SES ENVIRONS :
Promenade 1 dans le centre-ville : Tumuli funéraires de l’époque viking, quartiers d’habitation médiévaux, port des voiliers.
Promenade 2 dans le centre-ville : Slottsfjellet (Colline du château) – Rois et reines médiévaux.
Tumulus funéraire d’Oseberg de l’époque viking. (Accès en voiture.)
Tumuli funéraires de Borre de l’époque viking. (Accès en voiture.)
SANDEFJORD ET SES ENVIRONS :
Promenade dans le centre-ville : Bâtiments Art nouveau, bâtiments historiques, Sandefjord Kurbad (spa), parcs.
Tumulus et Monuments funéraires de l’époque viking à Gokstad, Elgesem et Istrehågan («Mini-Stonehenge»). (Accès en voiture/autobus.)
Contact the TønsbergGuides by:
> Inger Bjar-Kessler, Mobil: (+47) 92 25 80 78 / e-mail: ing-bj@online.no
> Lene Alfheim, Mobil: (+47) 94 84 35 84 / e-mail: lenealfheim@hotmail.com
The Pool Club – outdoor pool at Quality Hotel Tønsberg
You will find The Pool Club on the roof on the 5th floor. Here you can enjoy a fantastic view while relaxing in comfortable sunbeds or seating areas. The heated pool has a temperature of 32 degrees.
Indoor sauna and a relaxation area for extra well-being.
Regardless of whether you are a hotel guest or not, you are always welcome at The Pool Club.
ID 20 years
For more information and opening hours, check the website here.
Ulving Kunsthandel is a family-run gallery that has been in the same premises since the 1930s. Here you will find art and antiques over 600 m2 spread over 2 floors. Here you can see both classical and modern art, silver, faience, weapons, peasant antiques, maritime objects, etc.
At Tønsberg Yoga you meet dedicated Yoga teachers in the powerful, classic Yoga tradition. A distinctive and unique Yoga center with a focus on authentic yoga. Tønsberg Yoga is always open and offers Yoga throughout the summer. They have everything from Dropin Yoga classes, Yoga teacher training, Lifestyle courses, Meditation courses, Satsangs, Veggis dinners, YogaRetreats at home and abroad. Note the exciting Yoga Ayurveda immersion on 23 June – plus our annual Yoga trips to real Yoga Ashrams.
Tønsberg Yoga starts all courses in the autumn – these will be posted continuously!
Everything from easy to physically demanding yoga is offered, and Tønsberg Yoga has many different courses from beginner courses to advanced courses, yoga for mother & baby, yoga for pregnant women, yoga courses for STIFF men, senior yoga and soft yoga.
Follow Tønsberg Yoga on Facebook and Instagram, inspiration and practical information are constantly posted here!
Read more about the various courses on Tønsberg Yoga's website.(under restructuring)