Guidebook for Oslo
Arts & Culture
Museum of Modern Art - for true art lovers as well as for those who appreciate a glass of wine with a view to the Oslo fjord and a sculpture park. Find some perfect gifts in their shop!
www.afm.no
Strandpromenaden 2
2 StrandpromenadenMuseum of Modern Art - for true art lovers as well as for those who appreciate a glass of wine with a view to the Oslo fjord and a sculpture park. Find some perfect gifts in their shop!
www.afm.no
The Vigeland Park is the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, and is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions. The park is open to visitors all year round and it's a great place to relax from the busy city when on holiday.
There are several restaurants in the area (mostly open in summer time) but be aware that they are a bit pricy.
598 locals recommend
Vigelandsparken station
KirkeveienThe Vigeland Park is the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist, and is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions. The park is open to visitors all year round and it's a great place to relax from the busy city when on holiday.
There are several restaurants in the area (mostly open in summer time) but be aware that they are a bit pricy.
Oslo is a place to combine nature and art in one experience. On weekends throughout the year and every day in summer there is an exhibition at Hovedøya - or the main island. Take a ferry (10 min walk from my place) and in about another 10 minutes you'll be in place.
There is an art gallery, an old monastery and kilometres of wild and not so wild beaches. A unique experience guaranteed!
14 locals recommend
Hovedøya
Oslo is a place to combine nature and art in one experience. On weekends throughout the year and every day in summer there is an exhibition at Hovedøya - or the main island. Take a ferry (10 min walk from my place) and in about another 10 minutes you'll be in place.
There is an art gallery, an old monastery and kilometres of wild and not so wild beaches. A unique experience guaranteed!
Food Scene
Cozy and relaxing place to eat and have some coffee with cakes (oh, carrot cake is a treat!) right next to the City Hall. Menu contains of vegetarian dishes, soups and lots of cakes (incl gluten-free)
Fridtjof Nansens plass
Fridtjof Nansens plassCozy and relaxing place to eat and have some coffee with cakes (oh, carrot cake is a treat!) right next to the City Hall. Menu contains of vegetarian dishes, soups and lots of cakes (incl gluten-free)
One of the best sushi places in town! Remember to book a table! Pricy, but delicious.
73 locals recommend
Alex Sushi
2 Cort Adelers gateOne of the best sushi places in town! Remember to book a table! Pricy, but delicious.
One of the best restaurants (slash bars) in Oslo! Urban atmosphere, Peruvian cuisine, walking distance to party places in case you get into a party mood.
11 locals recommend
Aymara - Cocina Latina
64 ParkveienOne of the best restaurants (slash bars) in Oslo! Urban atmosphere, Peruvian cuisine, walking distance to party places in case you get into a party mood.
Perfect for breakfast or lunch with several coffee shops (EspressoHouse, Waynes Coffee) and restaurants. Also the bus stops for Bygdøy (museums etc) and down to Oslo S stops here.
42 locals recommend
Solli Plass
Perfect for breakfast or lunch with several coffee shops (EspressoHouse, Waynes Coffee) and restaurants. Also the bus stops for Bygdøy (museums etc) and down to Oslo S stops here.
One of the best restaurants in Oslo if you want grilled steaks, highly recommended. We have had fantastic experiences here every time!
It's located very close to the US Embassy, 3-4 minutes walk from the apartment.
You should book a table in advance and you can do that online here http://www.pinerolosolli.no.
6 locals recommend
Pinerolo Americano
60A Henrik Ibsens gate One of the best restaurants in Oslo if you want grilled steaks, highly recommended. We have had fantastic experiences here every time!
It's located very close to the US Embassy, 3-4 minutes walk from the apartment.
You should book a table in advance and you can do that online here http://www.pinerolosolli.no.
Everything Else
Doesn't matter which way you leave this station - towards Parkveien or towards Karl Johan. If the last one, take to the right and walk along shops on the right side, turn first right, walk 2 blocks
145 locals recommend
Nationaltheatret station
Doesn't matter which way you leave this station - towards Parkveien or towards Karl Johan. If the last one, take to the right and walk along shops on the right side, turn first right, walk 2 blocks
Essentials
The local store, currently open every day from 7 am till 11 pm (including Sundays), located just on the corner from our entrance. A bit small but you will probably find most of the stuff you need here.
6 locals recommend
Joker Ruseløkka
11 LøkkeveienThe local store, currently open every day from 7 am till 11 pm (including Sundays), located just on the corner from our entrance. A bit small but you will probably find most of the stuff you need here.
Entertainment & Activities
The best cinema in Oslo - you can find the daily program on this link here http://www.nfkino.no/oslo/program/#27.06.2016/none (Norwegian). Foreign movies are normally subtitled.
124 locals recommend
Colosseum
6 Fridtjof Nansens veiThe best cinema in Oslo - you can find the daily program on this link here http://www.nfkino.no/oslo/program/#27.06.2016/none (Norwegian). Foreign movies are normally subtitled.
Sightseeing
One of the main attractions of Oslo - the Vigeland park is only 20-25 minute walk away (or 7 min by tram from Solli plass). The park is a must see activity any time of the year. Vigeland created several hundreds of sculptures. Get familiar with the circle of life (the fountain) or just take a walk alone the alleys.
It is allowed to have a picnic in the park as well.
It is also possible to combine the park visit with a tennis game or swimming in the pool in summer time, and skating in winter time.
598 locals recommend
Vigelandsparken station
KirkeveienOne of the main attractions of Oslo - the Vigeland park is only 20-25 minute walk away (or 7 min by tram from Solli plass). The park is a must see activity any time of the year. Vigeland created several hundreds of sculptures. Get familiar with the circle of life (the fountain) or just take a walk alone the alleys.
It is allowed to have a picnic in the park as well.
It is also possible to combine the park visit with a tennis game or swimming in the pool in summer time, and skating in winter time.