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10 Days in Oslo: A Journey through History and Nature

Nitesh kumar

Nitesh kumar

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Oslo, where ancient marvels and breathtaking landscapes await. Discover the rich history of Norway at the Norwegian Armed Forces Museum and Akershus Fortress. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture at Mathallen Oslo and Oslo City Museum. Get lost in the beauty of nature at Sognsvann and Ekebergparken. Join us on this unforgettable journey through Oslo's hidden gems.

Day 1Unveiling Oslo's Historical Treasures
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$38

Norwegian Armed Forces Museum
This museum in Akershus Fortress showing Norway's military progression from Viking to present days.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$10
10 - 15 min

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Norway Resistance Museum
Exhibits highlighting Norwegian resistance to Nazi occupation of the country during WWII.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10
10 - 15 min

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Spikersuppa Ice Skating Rink
Lit at night, this popular outdoor ice-skating rink in a park offers skate rentals & sharpening.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$6
4 - 5 min

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Norwegian Parliament
Grand, historic building serving as the longtime seat of Norway's Parliament.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$11
Day 2Parks, Cathedrals, and Reptiles: A Day of Surprises
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$37

Sofienberg Park
Shady, buzzing urban park around a church, with a grill zone, ice cream stalls & ping pong tables.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$5
12 - 18 min

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Damstredet and Telthusbakken
Popular for leisure walks, these cobblestone avenues feature historic, painted-wood homes.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$8
4 - 6 min

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Oslo Reptile Park
Reptile park also housing mammals, birds & other animals, with feeding shows, including crocodiles.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$8
8 - 12 min

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Oslo Cathedral
The Church of Norway's 1600s cathedral, hosting royal & state events, plus regular services.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$6
12 - 17 min

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Munch
Over 26,000 works of art produced by Munch, as well as his effects, private library & tools.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
$10
Day 3Exploring Nature and Indulging in Culinary Delights
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$32

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$ 12

Ekebergparken
A wooded park with more than 40 classic & contemporary sculptures, plus walkways & city views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$10
19 - 23 min

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The Botanical Garden
Big indoor-outdoor botanical garden with themed groupings of international species, ponds & a cafe.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$6
10 - 12 min

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Mathallen Oslo
Indoor food market with cafes, eateries & specialty shops featuring small-scale Norwegian producers.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$8
16 - 20 min

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Rådhuset
Administrative center/public venue with an art collection & host of the Nobel Peace Prize.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$8
Day 4Fortresses, Museums, and Parks: A Day of History
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$34

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$ 12

Akershus Fortress
Originally constructed in the 13th century, this fort contains 2 military museums & hosts events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$10
10 - 12 min

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Historical Museum
Grand museum for Norwegian antiquities & coinage, plus Egyptian, Asian & African artifacts.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$9
12 - 15 min

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St. Hanshaugen park
Al fresco cafes, a concert venue & gym equipment in a hillside park with views over Oslo to the sea.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$6
15 - 18 min

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Naturhistorisk museum
University museum with extensive exhibits on zoology, botany & geology, plus a botanical garden.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$9
Day 5Lakes, Sculptures, and Skiing: A Day of Outdoor Adventures
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$39

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$ 8

Sognsvann
This popular lake offers swimming & boating in the summer & ice fishing & skating in the winter.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$5
34 - 41 min

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Frognerparken
Park known for Gustav Vigeland's sculpture installation & a manor house hosting the city museum.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$8
6 - 9 min

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Oslo City Museum (Oslo Bymuseum)
Park-based museum with exhibitions tracing the development of Oslo & a large art collection.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$8
25 - 30 min

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Holmenkollen Ski Museum
High-tech museum for the history of sport & expedition skiing, with a ski simulator & tower views.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$19
Day 6Science, Art, and Monuments: A Day of Cultural Immersion
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$32

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$ 4

Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology
Founded in 1914, this interactive museum contains 20,700 sq m of science & technology exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$11
38 - 46 min

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The Vigeland Park
Sculpture park & museum displaying the works of Gustav Vigeland, plus temporary art exhibitions.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$13
3 - 4 min

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Monolitten
Massive 14-m. sculpture in Frogner Park by Gustav Vigeland, built from 1923–1943.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$8
Day 7Palaces, Theaters, and Peace: A Day Fit for Royalty
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$52

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$ 4

Holmenkollbakken
City views spread from this futuristic landmark ski jump that has the world's oldest ski museum.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$13
29 - 35 min

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The Royal Palace
Guided tours of the 19th-century residence of the King & Queen of Norway, plus parkland visits.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
2 - 3 min

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Slottsparken
Prominent public green space surrounding Norway's royal palace with trees, ponds & statues.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$6
6 - 9 min

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National Theatre
Imposing, 19th-century home to Norwegian theater, with 3 auditoriums hosting classic & new drama.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$9
4 - 6 min

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Nobel Peace Center
Museum of the Nobel Peace Prize, Alfred Nobel & other laureates with temporary exhibitions & a shop.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
$11
Day 8Museums, Sculptures, and Ancient Churches: A Day of Artistic Marvels
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$48

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$ 4

The National Museum
Displays of Norwegian paintings & sculptures, with a focus on the 19th century, plus a stylish cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$11
9 - 14 min

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Tjuvholmen Sculpture Park
Large, contemporary works of sculptural art displayed in an open-air gallery with harbor views.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$9
1 - 2 min

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Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art
Airy waterfront museum, designed by Renzo Piano, with an international contemporary art collection.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
12 - 15 min

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Gol Stave Church
Medieval wooden church with original carvings & murals, rebuilt in an open-air heritage park.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$11
Day 9Art Centers, Beaches, and Expeditions: A Day of Exploration
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$35

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$ 8

Henie Onstad Art Center
Center for the production of arts & collection of mainly modern European works in striking building.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$15
25 - 30 min

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Huk
Public park with a regular & nude beach, scenic views, sculptures & grassy areas.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$6
8 - 10 min

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Kon-Tiki Museum
Museum detailing adventurer Thor Heyerdahl's life, with original reed boats & expedition artifacts.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$14
Day 10Ships, History, and Maritime Wonders: A Day of Nautical Discovery
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$50

Viking Ship Museum
Museum displaying 3 wooden, 9th-century Viking ships, plus artifacts recovered from burial chambers.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$15
7 - 10 min

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The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
Large open-air collection of Medieval buildings & indoor culture & lifestyle exhibits.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$9
16 - 23 min

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Norwegian Maritime Museum
Shipping museum for marine archeology & paintings, plus boats, a cafe & terrace with fjord views.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$13
2 - 3 min

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The Fram Museum
19th-century polar exploration ship in museum with expedition exhibits & northern lights shows.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
$14

Budget breakdown: $442 In total

Activities & Food:$393
Transport:$49