Top Things to do in Eastern Norway
What to do and see in Eastern Norway, Eastern Norway: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Eastern Norway, Norway including Oslomarka, Hardangervidda National Park, Saga Oseberg, 22 July Centre, Kjeller Flyplass, Maihaugen Open-Air Museum, Norsk Folkemuseum, Fredriksten Festning (Fredriksten Fortress), Oscarsborg Fortress, Drobak.
Restaurants in Eastern Norway
1. Oslomarka
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5.0 based on 283 reviews
The term Oslomarka is usually used for all the recreational areas around Oslo. Marka is the administrative name for the part of it that lies inside the city limits and contains hiking trails, recreation facilities, forests and lakes.
Reviewed By J3919TFstevew
Johanna and Walter took us hear on a ferry and the views were great and the weather was just right we had wine and sandwich we had a wonderful time.
2. Hardangervidda National Park
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5.0 based on 100 reviews
Hardangervidda is the largest mountain plateau in Europe. This is where you will find Norway's largest national park. The scenery is varied with steep mountainsides and spectacular views. The countryside there is diverse, ranging from flat plains on the eastern side to steep mountains and fjords in the west. It is home to Europe's lagerst herd of wild reindeer and several other artctic plants and animals. There are many opportunities for fishing, and mountain trout from Hardangercidda are famous for their excellent quality.
3. Saga Oseberg
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5.0 based on 58 reviews
Saga Oseberg is an archeological replica of the famous Oseberg Viking Ship. At "Vikingodden" we also build new viking ships. Do you want to be a viking? Building ships or join the viking crew?
4. 22 July Centre
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5.0 based on 107 reviews
The 22 July Centre is a learning centre that works with the mediation of memory and knowledge about the terror attacks in Oslo and on Utøya on the 22nd of July 2011. The centre’s educational programme invites school pupils and teachers into the discourse about the 22nd of July and encourages active participation in the negotiation of the attack’s significance both at present, and in the future. Our website is developed with a particular focus on digital resource material, as an offer to schools to strengthen education on the topic of the 22nd of July and related topics. 22 July Centre opened in a temporary location at Teatergata 10 on 27nd of June 2020.
5. Kjeller Flyplass
6. Maihaugen Open-Air Museum
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4.5 based on 634 reviews
Maihaugen offers activities and experiences for the whole family. Enjoy the idyllic surroundings and experience life like in the old days. The museum has more than 200 historic houses from as far back as the 13th Century to homes of the different decades of the 1900s, including Queen Sonja’s childhood home. Grazing animals in the open-air museum. All year you can look into historical houses and visit great exhibitions, the museum shop and café. Don't miss our popular Christmas Market in November/December.
Reviewed By amandatallullah - New Ross, Ireland
Does as it says on the tin. In winter with the snow it was quite beautiful to walk around. Lots of different wooden cabins and building that represented classic style from days gone by. Set in beautiful surroundings with lakes and woodland. Nice to get out in fresh air after doing the Olympic museum. Both are situated in the same place.
7. Norsk Folkemuseum
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4.5 based on 3,739 reviews
Norsk Folkemuseum shows how people lived in Norway from 1500 to the present through its collections from around the country. Among the highlights are the Stave Church from Gol, dating from 1200 and an apartment building with homes from the 20th Century. 160 historic buildings in the big Open-Air Museum represent different regions in Norway, different time periods, as well as differences between town and country, and social classes. Indoor exhibits present Norwegian heritage. The museum has a comprehensive activity program and is open all year.
Reviewed By KarenJim76 - Clarence Center, United States
The vast variety of homes, farm buildings, shops, churches and other structures in phenomenal condition provided an entry into another world and culture. The costumed interpreters scattered throughout the site were exceptionally knowledgeable, friendly and eager to pass on their knowledge, particularly if you showed any interest. One standout example, Levina Storakern, who portrayed a farmer's wife, not only described her "life" as a housewife but also demonstrated her talent as a musician. When the subject of music arose, she offered to play a cow horn, which was then followed by a mini-concert on a folk fiddle and Hardanger fiddle. Her explanation of various musical styles was very informative and enhanced our experience. There are thorough explanations in English throughout the site and all of the costumed interpreters speak English. The Gol Stave Church (one of only 29 remaining) was exceptionally well preserved. The "apartments" tucked away in a separate building cover a period from 1879-2002 and illustrated the interesting development of urban life. Of the 3 Open Air museums we visited in Norway and Sweden, this was our favorite. It is well worth a visit.
8. Fredriksten Festning (Fredriksten Fortress)
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4.5 based on 304 reviews
Reviewed By 515mortenf - Oslo, Norway
You can get there by car, but if you walk up the hill, starting from the harbour, you will enjoy it even more. I loved it all: the catacombs with candle lights, the guides in costumes, the light- and film-show at midnight, the amazing views. I'll be back!
9. Oscarsborg Fortress
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4.5 based on 276 reviews
Fortress which was vital at the start of WWII. Exhibitions, museum, park, hotel and conference center.
Reviewed By J3919TFstevew
this is a massive Fortress and so much to look at and place is just amazing we had a great time looking around again Johanna told us of the history about the Fortress "GREAT PLACE TO VISIT"
10. Drobak
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4.5 based on 314 reviews
Seaside village and resort in the Oslo Fjord; art galleries, museums.
Reviewed By MikeW3030
Great little frienly village and we reaaaly loved christmas shop (santas house) full of decorations for xmas, we have bought some even that is August
