Oslo, Norway

Oslo

A fjord capital with an opera house you can walk on.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Oslo

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk up onto the sloping marble roof of the Opera House for the view over the fjord.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Vigeland sculpture park, then the new Munch Museum on the waterfront.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the Grünerløkka district, or take a floating sauna by the harbour.

Day 2

Take the ferry to Bygdøy for the Fram and Kon-Tiki museums.

What to eat

Skillingsboller cinnamon buns and brunost, sweet brown cheese.

Local tips

Make the most of Oslo

Beat the crowds

Oslo is relaxed. The Vigeland Park is calmer in the morning.

Best photo spot

Walk on the roof of the Opera House for views over the fjord.

Getting there

Trains run from the airport. Public transport is excellent.

Don't miss nearby

The islands in the Oslofjord, reached by local ferries.

Good to know

Oslo is expensive; many sights are free, like Vigeland Park and the Opera roof.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Oslo

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Plan your visit

Getting to Oslo

Getting there

  • Oslo Airport (OSL)35 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryNorway

Questions

Oslo: good to know

Is Oslo worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and the coast. A fjord capital with an opera house you can walk on.

How many days do you need in Oslo?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Oslo?

You can visit all year. Oslo is relaxed. The Vigeland Park is calmer in the morning.

How do you get to Oslo?

The nearest airport is Oslo Airport (OSL), about 35 km away. Trains run from the airport. Public transport is excellent.

What is there to see near Oslo?

Nearby hidden places include Lillehammer (134 km), Smögen (176 km) and Flåm (226 km).

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