Oslo walking tour & city guide
A green capital on a fjord.
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Oslo, at the head of the Oslofjord, is a compact capital surrounded by forests and islands. It combines bold modern architecture with museums about Vikings, polar explorers and Edvard Munch.
The waterfront
The Oslo Opera House slopes into the water, and you can walk on its white marble roof. Nearby, the Munch Museum holds The Scream. Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen are waterfront districts of restaurants and galleries, and Akershus Fortress overlooks the harbor.
Parks and museums
Vigeland Park has more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. On the Bygdøy peninsula, museums display Viking ships, the polar ship Fram and the Kon-Tiki raft. Karl Johans gate leads to the Royal Palace.
Top sights in Oslo
- 1
Oslo Opera House
Walk on its sloping roof.
- 2
Vigeland Park
A park full of sculptures.
- 3
Munch Museum
Home of The Scream.
- 4
Akershus Fortress
A medieval castle by the harbor.
- 5
Bygdøy museums
Vikings, polar ships and Kon-Tiki.
Food markets & where to eat in Oslo
Mathallen
A food hall in the Vulkan district.
Aker Brygge
Waterfront restaurants.
Grünerløkka
A trendy area of cafés and bars.
Food to try in Oslo
Smoked salmon
Norway's famous fish.
Brown cheese (brunost)
A sweet caramelized cheese.
Cinnamon buns (kanelboller)
A Norwegian café favorite.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Oslo
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