Location: Oslo
Top Things to do in Oslo
10 Architectural Buildings in Oslo That You Shouldn't Miss
The 1000-year-old Norwegian capital sits at the head of Oslo Fjord. This stunning setting gives hints of the wild wonders that lie just beyond the city. From taking in visual delights at Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen, to the challenging content within the new Nobel Peace Centre and the Holocoust Center, Oslo offers plenty of food for thought. The Oslo Pass allows free travel on public transport, free parking and many museum and sight admissions.
Restaurants in Oslo
1. St. Hallvard Church
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Catholic church named after the guardian saint of Oslo St. Hallvard. Built in 1966 and famous for its innovative architecture, the church is neutral from the outside, but spectacular inside. Mass in Norwegian: Sundays at 9.30 am and 11 am, Wednesdays at 11 am, Saturdays at 11 am and weekdays at 6 pm Mass in English: Sundays at 4 pm Mass in Polish: Sundays at 1 pm Mass in Tamil: Sundays at 5.30 pm Mass in Vietnamese: 2nd Sunday of every month at 2.30 pm
2. Hgz.arkitektur.bok.objekt
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Architecture office and shop selling architecture books, objects and photography made by architets as well as other unrelated things such as dinosaur poo.
Reviewed By OlePAH - Oslo, Norway
Beautiful, awesome little place centrally located in hip quarter Grünerløkka. In addition to being an architecture practice, HGZ sells architecture books, the only such store in Norway!, as well as other curated objects, ceramics, furniture and photos. All made by architects! The book selection focuses on Central European, in particular Swiss, architecture, but the range of books is still significant, and it is continuously expanded and updated! Come here to find something particular you're looking for, or let yourself be surprised and discover something new!
3. Nordre Skoyen Manor
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Medival manor with a main house from the 17th century and a basement from the 13th century. The manor can be rented for private parties and is a popular place for weddings and other special occasions.
4. Tjuvholmen Neighbourhood
5. Oslo City Hall
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4.0 based on 2,741 reviews
Reviewed By doctorfoxtrot - Taguig City, Philippines
This attraction doesn’t even have an entrance fee. We were allowed to go in even though one chamber was closed due to a marriage celebration and reception on going . Impressive, with art depicting murals of Norwegian history coupled with Norse mythology. This is also the official venue of the Nobel Peace prize done annually.
6. The Norwegian Parliament
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4.0 based on 551 reviews
The Parliament building, seat of the Norwegian National Assembly from 1866. Guided tours of the Parliament building (Norwegian and English) Summer: Weekdays at 10 am, 11.30 am and 1 pm. Spring and autumn: Saturdays at 10 am, 11.30 am and 1 pm. Meeting point at the Akersgata entrance (the back of the building) 15 minutes before the tour starts. Booking ahead is not possible. Group tours Group tours of Parliament are available on weekdays between October and June upon request. Bookings should be made well ahead of time.
Reviewed By SupEvan - Norway, null
A must see if you're visiting Oslo and Karl Johan, it's a very grand and beautiful building located right in the city centre.
7. Ostbanehallen
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4.0 based on 610 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
Ostbanehallen is the oldest part of Oslo Central Station, first opened in 1852 and reconstructed in 1882. In 2012 it was transformed to a modern oasis with beautiful old architecture. Now you can find here many restaurants and bars. Many have also outdoor serving during the summer months. Oslo Visitor Center and Comfort Hotel Grand Central are located here. The place is close to the Opera and Karl Johan Street.
8. Akrobaten Pedestrian Bridge
9. Barcode Oslo
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4.0 based on 115 reviews
Barcode is a destination in Oslo, Norway, well known for its striking architecture. The 12 Barcode buildings is both tall and thin, and the architecture concept has received worldwide recognition. Each building is unique, but when you see them from afar, they resemble a barcode form, hence the name. The distinctive shape is Oslo’s new skyline. When visiting the area, you will discover that it is more to experience than the modern architecture. You will find restaurants, shops, services and galleries on the street level that is worth the trip alone. Welcome!
Reviewed By AriHelsinki - Helsinki, Finland
A big complex and district of modern architecture. Striking new norwegian architecture and new city planning. Just a few years ago this area was totally different. This is a kind of showroom of modern architecture.
