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10 Days in Oslo: A Nordic Adventure

Merry Nguyen

28 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant city of Oslo, Norway. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, explore iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable Nordic adventure!

Trip to Oslo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gardens, Fortresses, and Modern Art

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$59

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$ 4

The Botanical Garden

Big indoor-outdoor botanical garden with themed groupings of international species, ponds & a cafe.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$6

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Akershus Fortress

Originally constructed in the 13th century, this fort contains 2 military museums & hosts events.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art

Airy waterfront museum, designed by Renzo Piano, with an international contemporary art collection.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$16

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Hanami

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Cathedrals, Art, and Serene Parks

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$47

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$ 4

Oslo Cathedral

The Church of Norway's 1600s cathedral, hosting royal & state events, plus regular services.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Munch

Over 26,000 works of art produced by Munch, as well as his effects, private library & tools.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

8 - 10 min

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Sofienberg Park

Shady, buzzing urban park around a church, with a grill zone, ice cream stalls & ping pong tables.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$5

12 - 17 min

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Bon Lio

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$25

Day 3Museums, Food Markets, and Ice Skating

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$48

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$ 8

Naturhistorisk museum

University museum with extensive exhibits on zoology, botany & geology, plus a botanical garden.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$9

10 - 12 min

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Mathallen Oslo

Indoor food market with cafes, eateries & specialty shops featuring small-scale Norwegian producers.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$8

10 - 12 min

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Directions

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

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$6

3 - 4 min

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United Bakeries

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$25

Day 4Opera House, History, and Nightlife

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$35

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$ 4

Oslo Opera House

Striking, contemporary, harborside opera house & home to the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Historical Museum

Grand museum for Norwegian antiquities & coinage, plus Egyptian, Asian & African artifacts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$9

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Den Glade Gris

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 5Maritime Heritage and Local Delights

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$62

The Fram Museum

19th-century polar exploration ship in museum with expedition exhibits & northern lights shows.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$14

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Viking Ship Museum

Museum displaying 3 wooden, 9th-century Viking ships, plus artifacts recovered from burial chambers.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Hjemme Hos Svigers

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$33

Day 6Expeditions, Sculptures, and Nature

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$52

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$ 4

Kon-Tiki Museum

Museum detailing adventurer Thor Heyerdahl's life, with original reed boats & expedition artifacts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$14

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Frognerparken

Park known for Gustav Vigeland's sculpture installation & a manor house hosting the city museum.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$8

3 - 4 min

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Directions

The Vigeland Park

Sculpture park & museum displaying the works of Gustav Vigeland, plus temporary art exhibitions.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Anne på landet

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 7Cultural History, Royal Splendor, and Italian Cuisine

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$45

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$ 4

The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

Large open-air collection of Medieval buildings & indoor culture & lifestyle exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$9

11 - 14 min

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Directions

The Royal Palace

Guided tours of the 19th-century residence of the King & Queen of Norway, plus parkland visits.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Ruffino Ristorante Italiano

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$23

Day 8Peaceful Reflection, Theatrical Wonders, and Park Strolls

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$40

Nobel Peace Center

Museum of the Nobel Peace Prize, Alfred Nobel & other laureates with temporary exhibitions & a shop.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$11

6 - 9 min

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National Theatre

Imposing, 19th-century home to Norwegian theater, with 3 auditoriums hosting classic & new drama.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$9

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Slottsparken

Prominent public green space surrounding Norway's royal palace with trees, ponds & statues.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Den Glade Gris

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 9Art Treasures, Skiing History, and Mountain Views

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$43

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$ 8

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

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$11

20 - 24 min

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Holmenkollen Ski Museum

High-tech museum for the history of sport & expedition skiing, with a ski simulator & tower views.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Frognerseteren

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 10Science Wonders, Ski Jumps, and Mountain Retreats

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$37

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$ 8

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

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$11

18 - 22 min

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Holmenkollbakken

City views spread from this futuristic landmark ski jump that has the world's oldest ski museum.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Frognerseteren

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $505 In total

Activities & Food:$464

Transport:$42