Location: Oslo
Top Things to do in Oslo
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Oslo, Eastern Norway
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. Solobservatoriet
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Knowledge based tourism is growing more popular throughout Europe. The Solar Observatory at Harestua offer unique experiences with topics ranging from geology to astronomy, northern lights and sun spot hunting. Experience how a professional astronomical telescope works, and get hands-on-experiences - be amazed and learn something new and exciting while on vacation.
2. Emanuel Vigeland Museum
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4.5 based on 111 reviews
Actually a mausoleum, this unusually-shaped building is decorated inside with an 800 square meter fresco which took Emanuel Vigeland 20 years to paint.
Reviewed By TankGrrrl - Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
My second time here, I've been itching to get back! Happy to see they now have some more funding, and will be opening the second room later this year :) As I said in my first review, DO NOT LEAVE TOO SOON to get the effect of this mausoleum. The light changes hugely over time, and you need to give it at the very least 20 minutes to start to experience what it has to offer. I stayed over 2 hours this time, and it's worth the effort! Fabulous place - the acoustics, the imagery, the lighting, the friendly staff, it's definitely my favourite place in Oslo - which is saying something in such a great city.
3. Waterfall at Molla
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
The most spectacular waterfall along the Akerselva river, located next to the small, red house called Honse-Lovisas hus and the Beier bridge at Grünerlokka.
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
There are stunning waterfalls along the Akerselva river in the Grünerløkka district near the Oslo city center. The river offers a pleasant place to walk. There are also many parks along the river.
4. Karl Johans gate
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4.0 based on 1,687 reviews
Oslo's bustling main street is filled with shops and cafes.
Reviewed By rosaline2015 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Visited in Decmber ovenight from a cruise ship. Just about 10 minutes walk from the ship. Karl Johans Gate/ road leads out to the Huge Grand Hotel, Theatre and City Hall Buildings and all looked fabulous with lights and trees up for the Festive Season. Just across from these large buildings and only a stones throw/few minutes walk from Karl Johnas Gate is the Christmas Market, Huge Ferris wheel - small fair ground rides - lots of stalls selling - crafts and various food stuffs. Lots of large pop up bars and an ice rink in centre where you can hire the boots. In the area there are lots of bars and restaurants too. There are two tunnels of lights along with several hanging fire pits to sit on a log and keep warm throughout the market. - which felt so Scandinavian.
5. Pushwagner Gallery
6. Rommensletta Skulpturpark
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. Street Art at Ingens gate
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4.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
This Nobody’s Street is a little laneway located next to the Akerselva river. Every place is covered with street art. There is a huge chandelier hanging above the street. The music venue Blå has a nice summer terrace overlooking the river.
9. Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace
10. Christian IV's Glove
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4.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 31HomeGames - Charlotte, United States
We enjoyed this historic square in the center of 17th century Oslo as built by the Danes. There are many old buildings in the area dating from this time and a short walk to Akershus Fortress. In the middle of the square is the impressive The Glove fountain with a sculpture of Christian IV’s gloved hand pointing to where the new town of Oslo would be built. We also enjoyed lunch on the patio of the nearby Cafe Skansen.
