7 Days in Oslo: A Nordic Adventure

Hanna Michely

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Oslo, where ancient history meets modern innovation. Discover majestic palaces, captivating museums, and picturesque parks. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere of Norway's capital city.

Trip to Oslo

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Viator

Day 1Royal Residences and Artistic Treasures

$30

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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4 - 5 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

9 - 14 min

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Displays of Norwegian paintings & sculptures, with a focus on the 19th century, plus a stylish cafe.

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$11

Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Inspiring Museums

$45

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

8 - 10 min

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Reptile park also housing mammals, birds & other animals, with feeding shows, including crocodiles.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Lit at night, this popular outdoor ice-skating rink in a park offers skate rentals & sharpening.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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11 - 16 min

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Exhibits highlighting Norwegian resistance to Nazi occupation of the country during WWII.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

8 - 12 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$11

Day 3Botanical Wonders and Serene Cathedrals

$28

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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11 - 14 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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12 - 15 min

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A wooded park with more than 40 classic & contemporary sculptures, plus walkways & city views.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$10

Day 4Fortress Explorations and Viking Heritage

$40

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

9 - 14 min

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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

7 - 10 min

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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15 - 18 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Day 5Skiing Legends and Sculptural Delights

$50

$ 8

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$19

25 - 30 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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23 - 28 min

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Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology

Founded in 1914, this interactive museum contains 20,700 sq m of science & technology exhibits.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$11

Day 6Contemporary Art and Cultural Icons

$58

$ 12

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$16

15 - 18 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$14

31 - 38 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

27 - 33 min

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Center for the production of arts & collection of mainly modern European works in striking building.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$15

Day 7Maritime Marvels and Ancient Relics

$40

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$14

14 - 21 min

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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

11 - 16 min

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Medieval wooden church with original carvings & murals, rebuilt in an open-air heritage park.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$11

Budget breakdown: $324 In total

Activities & Food:$290

Transport:$34