- The Opera House looks like an iceberg rising from the fjord—walk on the roof for free views.
- Vigeland Park is the world's largest sculpture park by a single artist—weird and wonderful.
- The Munch Museum (MUNCH) is a towering landmark dedicated to the artist (see The Scream).
- Aker Brygge is the waterfront area for dining, shopping, and jumping into the fjord.
- Take a ferry to the islands in the Oslofjord for a swim or picnic.
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When to go: Summer
Summer (June-August) is best. Long days (sun sets at 11pm), swimming in the fjord.
Winter is dark and snowy, but cozy. Great for skiing (Holmenkollen).
- Best: Summer.
- Winter: Skiing.
- May 17: National Day.
Getting there: Flytoget
Gardermoen (OSL) is the main airport. Flytoget (Express Train) takes 20 mins to Central Station.
VY trains are cheaper and take 23 mins.
- Flytoget: Fast/Pricey.
- VY Train: Cheaper.
- Bus: Slower.
Where to stay: Sentrum or Grunerlokka
Sentrum is near the station and Opera. Grunerlokka is the hipster area with cafes and vintage shops.
Majorstuen is upscale and near Vigeland Park.
- Sentrum: Convenient.
- Grunerlokka: Cool.
- Majorstuen: Posh.
What to see: Art and Ships
Walk on the Opera roof. Visit the National Museum (huge!). See the Viking ships (check if open, they are moving).
Take the T-Bane up to Holmenkollen Ski Jump for views.
- Opera: Roof walk.
- Munch: The Scream.
- Vigeland: Sculptures.
- Fram: Polar ship.
Food: Seafood and Waffles
Seafood is top quality. Try brown cheese (Brunost) on waffles.
Mathallen is a great food hall. Street food courts (Oslo Street Food) are popular and cheaper.
- Seafood: Fresh.
- Brunost: Brown cheese.
- Hot Dog: Polse.
- Coffee: World class.
Getting around: Ruter
The Ruter app covers metro, tram, bus, and ferry. It's excellent.
Oslo is very walkable. City bikes are available.
- Ruter App: All transit.
- Walk: Easy.
- Ferry: To islands.
Budget: Very Expensive
Norway is one of the most expensive countries. Alcohol is very pricey.
Save by eating at street food markets and buying alcohol at Duty Free on arrival.
- Alcohol: Very high.
- Food: High.
- Nature: Free.
1 Day in Oslo
Morning: Opera House roof. Deichman Library. Munch Museum.
Lunch: Oslo Street Food or Mathallen.
Afternoon: Vigeland Park. Tram to Grunerlokka for coffee.
Evening: Sauna at the fjord (SALT or Kok) and a swim.
- Morning: Architecture.
- Lunch: Food hall.
- Afternoon: Art & Park.
- Evening: Sauna.
FAQ
Is it safe?
Yes, incredibly safe.
Can I drink the tap water?
Yes, it's some of the best in the world.
Is alcohol expensive?
Yes. A beer is €10-12. Buy wine at Vinmonopolet (state shop).