What to do and see in Akershus, Eastern Norway: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

BÆRUMS VERK In 1610, Paul Smelter was given the King’s commission to set up a melting house, and the first smelting furnace in the country was built here. During the ironwork’s heyday, everything from cannon balls and cannons to bar iron were produced. Later items, such as ovens, hardware and machine parts gradually became the mainstays of production. Amongst others, Bærums Verk was owned by Norwegians first Prime Minister, Peder Anker, and the Works proved quite important for Norway during the Nordic war. Today we welcome you to these unique surroundings from the 1600’s industrial era. We offer you about 50 shops, craftsmen, workshops, galleries and eating establishments. Shopping, craftsmanship, history and culture are intertwined to give you exciting cultural and social experiences. We offer glassblowing, blacksmiths, galleries, handmade-designs, a museum that houses a unique collection of antique cast-iron ovens, contemporary sculptures and a modern mall. WELCOME TO BÆRUMS VERK

Fetsund lenser Experience the national cultural heritage site of the only timber boom facility in Norway. Learn about the work and life of the once largest industries in Norway’s history. Situated outside Fetsund in the river Glomma, the facility spans 2.5 km with exhibits and historical buildings spread across. With full access to the water based facility you have the option of “walking on water” on the floating paths used by thousands every year. The museum café serves its signature fishburger made from pike and you can find local souvenirs in the museum shop. Arranging your next group meeting or event is possible in these historical surroundings. Wetlands visitor center Nordre Øyeren Situated in near vicinity to Fetsund lenser and the nature reserve Nordre Øyeren, the wetland visitor center offers exciting and family friendly exhibits and activities about the local fauna and flora. Open every weekend of the year and free entrance, this is a popular destination for thousands yearly. Outside the center is a small island, Blikomøya, where you can explore and enjoy yourself with a fire pit and nature trail. You can also find a café and a small shop in the center with nature related products.

After 6 weeks of negotiations the 112 Eidsvoll men affirmed their unity with the oath "Faithful and true until Dovre falls!" on 20 May 1814. Their mission was completed: they had declared Norway a free and independent nation after more than 4 centuries of union with Denmark. The foundations for democracy in Norway had been laid. 200 years later, we celebrate the Eidsvoll Men's achievement. As the key venue for the bicentenary celebrations, Eidsvoll 1814 is delighted to welcome thousands of visitors to a museum that offers a wealth of things to do and see, all on truly historic ground. Our objective has been to create an inclusive commemoration, with events and visitor activities that also reflect the Norway of today. At the centre of these celebrations is the government's gift to the constitutional bicentenary - the newly restored Eidsvoll House. With handsome furnishings and exuberantly colorful textiles and wall coverings in keeping with Carsten Anker's elegant interior designs, the home of the Norwegian Constitution stands ready to welcome new generations. Together with a new and modern democracy center, a museum shop featuring commemorative items, culinary delights from our own 'Taste of 1814' menu, fascinating and enjoyable guided tours, and a host of special events, we hope to make this a memorable celebration of democracy and representative government through 200 years.

Since 1968, HOK has been committed to Norwegian and international art, with a broad exhibition, music and performance program, and a central art collection. Located in scenic surroundings, HOK includes 3500 m2 of exhibition space, HOK Lab, meeting rooms, a museum shop and Resturant.

Norway is traditionally a seafaring nation, with a history of sailing, whaling and polar exploration that dates back to the Vikings. The ocean remains important to Norway, and the Oslo fjord is unique. Many of Norway's five million inhabitants live along this fjord, and it bears the weight of multipurpose usage. The Oslo fjord has a high diversity of marine life that you can see at the aquarium. Tickets: Children (4 to 14) 50 NOK Adult 70 NOK Children up to 4 years is free Payment (card/Visa/MasterCard)