Norway · Eastern Norway
Oslo travel guide
Museums, fjord saunas and modern architecture
The Oslo Opera House. Photo: Pierre Blaché, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Oslo is a green capital on a fjord, with striking modern buildings such as the Opera House, whose roof you can walk on, and the Munch Museum.
There are Viking ships, Vigeland's sculpture park, saunas floating on the fjord and forests and ski trails on the edge of the city.
What Oslo is known for
- Munch Museum
The Scream and more.
- Opera House
Walk on the roof.
- Vigeland Park
200 sculptures.
- Fjord saunas
Then jump in the sea.
Top things to do in Oslo
Where to stay in Oslo
Best time to visit Oslo
Best value: Dec–May, Sep. May to September for long days; December to March for winter sports.
- Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
- PeakBusiest, highest prices
- QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
Getting there and around
About 2h from London to OSL, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?
Trams, metro, buses and ferries on one ticket. The Airport Express is fast.
Good to know
- The Oslo Pass covers most museums and transport.
- Alcohol is expensive: duty free helps.
- Take the ferry to Bygdøy for the museums in summer.
Oslo FAQ
How many days in Oslo?
Two or three days.
Is Oslo good in winter?
Yes, with skiing and saunas.
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