Haugesund Tourist Information is located in the heart of Haraldsgata in Haugesund town centre and is open all year round. Here, you’ll be assisted by local tourist guides who can offer advice on activities, attractions, accommodation and transport in Haugesund and the Haugaland region.
The Tourist Information Centre also serves as a shop offering a wide selection of local products, crafts and souvenirs. Whether you’re looking for a gift, a memento of your visit or wish to discover products made by local artists and producers, you’ll find a wide selection all in one place.
Where is Haugesund Tourist Information?
Haugesund Tourist Information is located at Haraldsgata 131, right in the centre of Haugesund, a short distance from shops, restaurants, hotels and the harbour area.
What can Haugesund Tourist Information help me with?
The tourist guides will help you with tips and advice on what to see and do in Haugesund and the Haugalandet region. Here you can get help with, among other things:
- Things to do in Haugesund and the surrounding area
- Attractions and activities
- Accommodation
- Transport and timetables
- Maps and brochures
- Suggested tours and local experiences
You can also pick up free information materials such as city maps and brochures.
When is Haugesund Tourist Information open?
Haugesund Tourist Information is open all year round, including Sundays during the high season, when cruise ships call at the port, and on the last Sundays before Christmas.
Can I buy local products and souvenirs at Haugesund Tourist Information?
Yes, Haugesund Tourist Information has a wide selection of local products, crafts and souvenirs. Here you’ll find everything from glass art, ceramics and jewellery to honey, chocolate, apple juice and homeware. Many of the products are made by local artists, craftspeople and small-scale producers from the region.
The Tourist Information Centre places particular emphasis on promoting local suppliers and is a great place to find unique gifts with a local connection. Among the producers sold at Haugesund Tourist Information Centre you will find:
- Sheikhen Design – jewellery made from traditional Norwegian silver cutlery
- Formbar Glassverkstad – local glass art blown in Haugesund
- Haugescent – scented candles and fragrance sticks
- Kvala Tre – high-quality wooden cutting boards (dishwasher safe)
- Uni-K – various interior design items
- Edna Keramikk – ceramics made in Etne
- Gull Leather – handmade leather goods
- Beekeeper Ali – heather and summer honey
- Gjert Karlsen – handmade jewellery, including the local herring pendant.
- Fjorden Sjokolade – quality chocolate in various flavours
- Unn from Norway Knitting team – hand-knitted jumpers
- MisjeCollection – Christmas baubles, magnets, mugs and postcards featuring motifs from Haugesund and the surrounding area
- Foto Erik – jigsaw puzzles and magnets featuring local motifs
- Skude Miniatyr – handmade miniature houses inspired by the old wooden buildings in Skudeneshavn.
- Epli Sideri – apple cider from Hardanger
- Hervik Jam
- Caiano Olive Oil
- Supporters’ gear from FK Haugesund – the local football club
- Granberg Garveri – goat, reindeer and sheep leather, as well as reindeer-skin seat pads made in Ølensvåg.
- Art by Kari Kolstad and Edith Odden
In addition, Haugesund Tourist Information is a stockist of Helly Hansen, Marius Kids, Lillunn, Blafre, Gentlemen’s Hardware, UND, Bjørklund, Moomin, Emil, Pippi Longstocking, Kjell Aukurst’s Flåklypa and Spring Copenhagen, amongst others.
Can I buy a bus ticket at Haugesund Tourist Information?
The Tourist Information Centre does not sell Kolumbus bus tickets. Tickets can be purchased at Narvesen, located next door to the Tourist Information Centre. The tourist information staff are happy to help with information on timetables, stops and which bus routes are best suited to your needs.
Gift vouchers from Haugesund Sentrum
Haugesund Tourist Information sells gift cards for Haugesund City Centre. The gift card can be used in a range of city centre shops, restaurants and cultural venues. See the overview here.
Can I get help planning my stay before I arrive?
If you need tips on accommodation, activities or transport before your visit, you can contact the tourist hosts by email: info@visithaugesund.no. They’ll be happy to help with planning and recommendations.
Are you coming to Haugesund on a cruise?
Make the most of your time ashore with our articles for cruise guests. Here you’ll find practical information, transport tips and suggestions for things to do in Haugesund and the Haugalandet region.
