Places to visit in Oslo

The Royal Palace is located in the heart of Norway's capital, Oslo. It is an iconic landmark that was once the official residence of the Norwegian monarch. It is a neoclassical building whose construction ended in 1849. Although it served as the residence for the Royal people, some parts of the Palace remained open and accessible for the public as well. The intricate architecture of the Palace is something that grabs all the attention as it is a blend of opulence and elegance.

The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, also called Norsk Folkemuseum, is located on the western side of Oslo, Norway. Hans Aall, the historian and librarian, established the museum in 1894. It is the largest museum of cultural history in Norway.

Holmenkollen Hill, located in the heart of Oslo, Norway, is one of the city's most significant cultural and sporting landmarks. Known as the home to the historic Holmenkollen Ski Jump, Holmenkollen Hill hosts several international ski competitions.

The National Theater is one of the biggest and most well-known theatres in Norway for dramatic art performances. In 1899, Henrik Bull designed the magnificent theatre in Oslo, Norway. On your visit, you can admire the breathtaking architecture in the entrance hall, which has had its original furniture since the theatre’s opening. 

Gudbrandsdalen Valley is nestled in the north of Oslo, one of Norway’s most picturesque destinations known for its rich culture and heritage. Spread over more than 230 km from Lillehammer to Røros, the Gudbrandsdalen Valley features lush forests, towering mountains and sparkling rivers. If you love being outdoors, it is a must-visit destination as you may indulge in activities like skiing, fishing and hiking.

Find out about Frogner Park, which is 45 hectares and is Oslo's biggest and liveliest green area. As you walk through the park, you'll come across the beautiful Vigeland Sculpture Park, which has more than 200 works by Gustav Vigeland. When it's warm, the park is full of people who jog, picnic, play sports, or just lay out in the sun. Here, you can visit Norway's biggest rose garden, which has 14,000 plants from 150 kinds.

Learn about Norway's marine history at the Norwegian marine Museum on the Bygdøy peninsula in Oslo. The museum is right on the water and has a lot of information about fishing, making ships and marine technology. Here, you can check out the new Viking Age show, which has both the original boat from Gokstadhaugen and a modern copy of it. See how boats are built and how experimental archaeology is carried out. Along with the Svanen, an old sailboat, the museum also has the Stavanger, a key rescue ship by Colin Archer.

The Port of Oslo is the largest public cargo and passenger port of Norway and it connects up to half of the country’s population. This is a natural logistics hub for Norway, thanks to the modern and efficient terminals. Every year, the Port of Oslo ships a total of 6 million tons of cargo by sea.

Norwegian Parliament, aka The Sorting, is the main destination for decision-making and political debates in the country. This is where democratic action takes place like the introduction of legislation, authorisation of public spending, and imposition of taxes. If you are keen on understanding the functioning of the Norwegian Government then this is a great place for you.