Places to Visit
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The Museum of Norwegian Football
For children who cannot get enough sports, especially those who are in love with football,…
The museum of Natural History
This museum is split into multiple sections that chronicle the history of life on Earth.…
The Children Arts Museum
The Children Arts Museum is an excellent destination if you have kids in tow. The…
The Viking Ship Museum
The Viking Ship Museum or “Vikingskipshuset” is located in Bygdoy, a short bus or ferry…
The Children Arts
The Children Arts Museum is an excellent destination if you have kids in tow. The…
The Holmenkollen Ski Jump
The Holmenkollen Ski Jump is home to the world’s oldest ski jump competition and is…
Organized Tours
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Oslo Experience Cruise and Tour
On this tour, you will have the opportunity to spend 40 minutes on the Oslo…
Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise
This two hour cruise is a relaxing way to spend an afternoon or evening. The…
Oslo City Hop-on Hop-off Tour
This tour provides plenty of flexibility for any tourist in Oslo. The tour takes place…
Full Day Grand Tour of Oslo
This seven and a half hour tour is one of Oslo’s most inclusive. For around…
Visit Oslo Pass
This pass is probably the easiest way to tour Oslo, and if used appropriately, can…
Hotels
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Holtekilen Hostel
This hostel is located 8 kilometers from the city center in a beautiful, green area.…
Haraldsheim Youth Hostel
One of the biggest hostels in the area, Haraldsheim is four kilometers from the city…
Thon Hotel Cecil
This hotel is moderately priced and located within the city center. It is a short…
Holmenkollen Park Hotel Rica
This four star hotel has one of the finest views of any hotel in Oslo.…
Shopping
Halal Restaurants
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Mediterranean Grill
Mediterranean Grill is a halal food joint that serves tradionally Mediterranean cuisine- pasta, pizza, salads…
The Original Halal King Burger
The Original Halal King Burger serves typical American cuisine (burgers, fries, shakes)- the difference being…
Rabitas Kantine
Rabitas Kantine is a Moroccan cuisine restaurant located in Calmeyers Gata. Budget Price.
Restaurants
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Mediterranean Grill is a halal food joint that serves tradionally Mediterranean cuisine- pasta, pizza, salads…
The Original Halal King Burger
The Original Halal King Burger serves typical American cuisine (burgers, fries, shakes)- the difference being…
Rabitas Kantine
Rabitas Kantine is a Moroccan cuisine restaurant located in Calmeyers Gata. Budget Price.
Festivals
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Christmas at Bogstad
The Christmas fair at Bogstad is a great place for tourists to pick up traditional…
Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony
The Oslo Town Hall every 10th of December hosts the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony. As…
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
The University Square Christmas Tree is lit up in front of the public to help…
Samler and Antikk Messen
Held at the Norges Varemesse, Samler and Antikk Messen is the biggest antique fair held…
Oslo Horse Show
A three day event marked with everything right from show jumping to horse racing.
ULTIMA Oslo Contemporary Music Festival
When the autumn hits Oslo, ULTIMA moves into the city’s big and small concert venues.…
City Overview & History
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Oslo Residents
Oslo proper has a population of about 550,000 people, with an additional 850,000 including its…
Oslo Today
Oslo’s geographic location at the head of an over one hundred kilometer-wide fjord makes it…
Annual Temperature
January Minimum Temperature: -7 Maximum Temperature: -2 February Minimum Temperature: -7 Maximum Temperature: -1 March…
Public Holidays
Thursday 1st January: – New Years Day Sunday 5th April – Palm Sunday Thursday 9th…
Transportation - Getting Around
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Driving Tips
Driving in Oslo is fairly straightforward, although it is generally preferable to use the public…
From the Airport
There are three conventional ways to get from the Oslo airport to the city center.…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
When traveling outside your home country, it is always advised to ensure that your travel…
