Welcome to the world of whales!
The Whaling Museum in Sandefjord is Europe’s only museum of whales and whaling. Our regular exhibitions and events offer something for the whole family.
Tour/groups
Guided Tours
For guided tours please contact : Sandefjord Tourist Information Office
Telephone: + 47 33 46 05 90
Telefax: + 47 33 46 06 20
email: info@visitsandefjord.com
The Beginnings
The first modern whaling expedition was sent to South Georgia in 1904 by the Argentine company “Company Argentine de Pesca” and was led by a Norwegian captain C. A. Larsen. Continue reading
New Perspectives
NEW PERSPECTIVES ON THE HISTORY OF WHALING The history of how different nations, cultures and companies have pursued whaling throughout the ages has been the main theme of the whaling museum for the past 90 years. In this day and … Continue reading
