Molde Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Unknown (CC BY 2.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Krzysztof Polyska, Nicolò del Rosso, Bjørn Fransgjerde, RUOTE LEGGENDARIE · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Norway
- Region:
- Norwegian Fjords
- Coordinates:
- 62.7375° N, 7.1631° E
About Molde
Molde is a town in Møre og Romsdal county, located on the Romsdal Peninsula in the traditional district of Romsdal. The port offers easy access to eight key attractions, most within 2.2 km, making it ideal for cruise passengers with limited time ashore.
The town's most popular draw is Molde Panorama, an observation deck 2.1 km from the port with a 4.8 rating across 1,064 reviews. Close by, Molde Utsiktspunkt (2.2 km away) offers similarly impressive views with a 4.9 rating. History enthusiasts can visit the Romsdal Museum (0.7 km) or Molde Cathedral (0.2 km), whilst those seeking relaxation will find Moldebadet water park just 1 km away.
For a leisurely stroll, Alexandraparken and Reknesparken are both under 1 km from the terminal. The town also features The Château, a historical landmark 0.6 km away. Molde is best visited during the months of May, June, July, August and September.
Nearby Ports
Molde is part of the Norwegian Fjords cruise region. Nearby ports include Ålesund, Åndalsnes, Bergen, Eidfjord and Flåm, offering passengers the chance to explore multiple fjord destinations on a single cruise.
Molde is a town, an Urban Area, and the seat of Molde Municipality in Møre og Romsdal county, Norway. It is located in the traditional district of Romsdal. It is located on the Romsdal Peninsula, surrounding the Fannefjord and Moldefjord.
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Things to do in Molde on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Josee Heuts · via Google Maps Observation Deck
Molde Panorama
4.8 (1,064) 2.1 km from port
Near: Molde Utsiktspunkt (175 m) · Varden (185 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Very nice wide trail path to the top, panorama is very panorama. For someone out of shape, it can take…” — David Chin
- 5 · “Fabulous assent to the viewpoint. Friendly staff at the cafe which has amazing views. Well worth the climb. Breathtaking!” — Elizabeth Drysdale
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Photo: Romsdalsmuseet · via Google Maps Museum
Romsdal Museum
4.5 (934) 0.7 km from port
Exhibits on Norwegian culture in a modern building, plus an open-air museum with period homes.
Near: Krona (53 m) · Reknesbanen (111 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
- 5 · “Very good open-air museum ! It's a must see to learn how Norwegians used to live in the past centuries...” — Julien ETIENNE
- 5 · “Fantastic museum. We stoped here on a cruise. It was easy to walk from the port to the museum. They…” — Rebecca Sawyer
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Photo: Moldebadet · via Google Maps Water Park
Moldebadet
4.2 (732) 1.0 km from port
Near: Bris Fitness Center (27 m) · Seilet Spa (38 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 2:00 – 8:00 pm
- Tuesday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Wednesday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “A great place for the family to spend a day swimming and relaxing. They offer 3 pools 2 slides and…” — Bjarki Tyr Gylfason
- 5 · “Great swimming pools, great staff and great trainer's if you want to progress in your swimming technique. I have just…” — Campbell McBride
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Photo: David Stanley · via Google Maps Church
Molde Cathedral
4.4 (259) 0.2 km from port
Near: Molde kommune (55 m) · Molde Car Park (80 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- 5 · “Stunning architecture” — Simon Scott-Douglas
- 5 · “Molde Cathedral (1957) rises above the city of Molde on the Romsdal Peninsula of central Norway. A free-standing bell tower…” — David Stanley
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Park and Garden
Alexandraparken
4.3 (199) 0.5 km from port
Near: Scandic Alexandra Molde (39 m) · Molde og Romsdal Havn IKS (53 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Sweet little town has sweet flowers - on the sea I smell pine” — The O6server
- 5 · “400 odd steps up but spectacular views. Return via the wood behind the café, lovely!” — Jane Sinclair
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Tourist attraction
Molde Utsiktspunkt
4.9 (116) 2.2 km from port
Near: Varden (13 m) · Vardestua restaurant (32 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “A worthy reward for those that make the hike up to see a glimpse of 222 peaks across the Norwegian…” — Damon Hickman
- 5 · “We visited a breathtaking viewpoint with a panoramic view of 222 mountain peaks — an unforgettable experience! The scenery was…” — Elin Dalen
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Park and Garden
Reknesparken
4.5 (98) 0.8 km from port
Near: Gildehallen, Solems Selskap & Catering (64 m) · Romsdal Museum (140 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Nice and peaceful park in an elevated position so you can take in Molde” — Simon Scott-Douglas
- 5 · “Great view from this viewing point, while walking down, it leads through some flower garden👍” — Mandy Ng
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Historical landmark
The Château
4.4 (98) 0.6 km from port
Near: Kulturhuset (90 m) · Reknesparken (175 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Nice place with very nice but small park around. It was closed that day.” — Anna Budzakova
- 5 · “Beautiful Château in beautiful Molde. Nicely kept gardens to wander round.” — Simon Scott-Douglas
Map of Molde and nearby attractions
Best time to visit Molde
Cruises to Norwegian Fjords mostly sail may to September.
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Cruises calling at Molde
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