Cruises to Kristiansund, Norway

Colorful Waterfront. Island Bridges.

Beautifully situated on four main islands, Kristiansund is an inviting city surrounded by astonishing natural beauty. Its most famous attraction is the Atlantic Road, believed to offer the world’s best road trip. The route winds its way across islands and over bridges with magnificent views of the ocean and coastline. Take a stroll around Kristiansund and marvel at the diverse and colorful array of architectural styles – both classic and modern.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Kristiansund

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Landscape in Kristiansund, Norway.

Lookout Tower in Kristiansund

Areal picture of kristiansund

Famous bridge through fjord on the Atlantic road

Kristiansund, Norway. View of city center of Kristiansund, Norway during the cloudy morning at sunrise with colorful sky. Port with historical buildings

View of the city center during the cloudy morning

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Closeup view of boat in the Kristiansund port, on the fjord coast, located in the Norwegian archipelago

Famous For

A Norwegian coastal city famous for the scenic Atlantic Road and its rich fishing and maritime heritage.

Norwegian traditional dried and salted cord called klipfisk hanging on wooden stands on the sea cost of Andenes island

Exquisite Flavors

Enjoy Klipfisk, a dried and salted cod, paired with regional aquavit for an authentic Norwegian experience.

Atlanterhavsvegen, scenic coastal highway, west coast of Norway

Fun Facts

Kristiansund is spread across four islands and is renowned for its Klipfisk production, a traditional method of drying and salting cod.

Port Name & Location

Port of Kristiansund, Norway
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Norwegian. Say hello in Norwegian: "Hallo"

Time Zone

CET (Central Europe Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hour

Currency & Shopping

Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Shop for glass art, jewellery, and handmade crafts.

Featured Kristiansund Itineraries

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

Are you planning a cruise but not sure what to bring along for shore excursions? Here's a list of our handiest tips for planning your excursion must-haves.

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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