Welcome to Oslo! This city mixes royal history with modern design, and vibrant life blends seamlessly with fjords, forests, and open water. Compact, walkable, and packed wth culture, Norway's capital is best explored at your own pace.
Here are the top 10 places of interest in Oslo you simply shouldn't miss.
Start your Oslo visit with a walk down Karl Johans Gate, the top of all must-see things in Oslo. This street is lined with shops, cafés, historic buildings, and cultural landmarks. It's also one of the main stops on the City Sightseeing Oslo Hop On-Hop Off bus tour.
Address: Karl Johans gate, 0154 Oslo, Norway
Another must visit in Oslo is the Royal Palace, the recidence of the King and Queen of Norway.Take a guided tour to see the inside and learn about Norway's royal history. The palace gardens are also a nice place to walk around and relax, and the daily changing of the guard is a popular highlight.
Address: Slottsplassen 1, 0010 Oslo, Norway
Spend time in Vigeland Sculpture Park, home to over 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. It's a peaceful park with amazing art. You can walk around and see sculptures that show people in all kinds of poses and emotions.
Address: Nobels gate 32, 0268 Oslo, Norway
Explore Akershus Fortress, an old castle with some of the best views overlooking the Oslofjord. Walk around the grounds, visit the museum, and imagine life long ago. The fortress has a lot of history and great spots for taking photos.
Address: Festningsplassen 1, 0015 Oslo, Norway
Check out the iconic Oslo Opera House, a masterpiece of modern Scandinavian architecture. You can take a walk directly onto the sloping marble roof for stunning waterfront views or enjoy opera and ballet performances inside.
Address: Kirsten Flagstads Plass 1, 0150 Oslo, Norway
Bygdøt is Oslo's museum peninsula and a must-visit area. Home to world-class attractions susch as the Fram Museum, Kon-Tiki Museum, and Norwegian Folk Museum, plus beaches like Huk, Bygdøy is easily reached with the City Sightseeing Hop On-Hop Off bus.
Address: Bygdøy
Take the City Sightseeing bus tour to see Oslo's highlights at your own pace. It's convenient, and you'll learn a lot about the city from the audio guide. You can get on and off the bus at different stops to explore the whole city. Populare stops include Bygdøy, Karl Johans Gate, the Opera House, Akershus Festning and the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
Address: Stop no 1 is Karl Johan/National Theatre, Oslo, Norway
The Oslofjord in one of Oslo's greatest natural treasures. Sightseeing and dinner cruises from the harbour offer a relaxing way to admire islands, coastline, and city views. Especially at sunset.
Address: Akershusstranda/Oslo Harbor
Art lovers should not miss the Munch Museum, dedicated to the life and work of Edvard Munch. The modern waterfront museum houses world-famous works including The Scream.
Address: Edvard Munchs Plass 1 0194 Oslo, Norway
The National Museum is Norway's largest museum of art, architecture, and desifn. It brings togheter centuries of Norwegian and international culture in a striking modern building that has sparked debate among Oslo’s residents.
Address: Universitetsgata 13, 0164 Oslo, Norway
Oslo offers a mix of history, nature, and culture. Plan your trip now to enjoy all the city has to offer!
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