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Welcome to Oslo, known for its big heart. Surrounded by nature, though with an urban and multicultural core. Feel the city pulse, live the vibrant nightlife, feel the
 Medieval castle |
Oslo Mil. / Akershus Oslo 0015 Norway +47 22 41 2521 |
This former royal residence is located in the heart of Akershus fortress. Visitors wander the old halls and feel the passing of the centuries. The castle has been restored and is nowadays used for official functions. Visit the royal mausoleum where King Haakon VII and Olav V are buried together with Queen Maud and Märtha. Those wishing to finish off their excursion in a similarly historic setting can dine at Gamle Raadhus Restaurant, Engebret Café or the cosy Celsius. Guided tours are arranged in English and Norwegian at 11am, 1pm & 3pm Mon-Sat, 1pm & 3pm Sun.Admission:Adults NOK 30 Children and OAPs NOK 10 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Main library in the city centre |
Henrik Ibsensgate 1 Oslo 0179 Norway +47 22 03 2900 http://www.deich.folkebibl.no/ |
The city's main library was established more than 200 years ago, when Carl Deichman bequeathed his vast collection of books to the city. You will find the library building not far from the Trefoldighetskirken and the Goverment Offices. It is within easy walking distance of the city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norway's most popular tourist attraction |
Kirkeveien Oslo 0268 Norway +47 22 54 2530 http://www.vigeland.museum.no |
Within Frognerparken is Vigeland Park, Norway's most popular tourist attraction famous for 200 sculptures by Norwegian sculptor, Gustav Vigeland. During the summer, the park's outdoor cafés and restaurants are always packed. Other areas are full of joggers, skaters and walkers. There is a playground and children are allowed to climb on the sculptures. Frognerbadet outdoor pool is located next to the park. The park is open around the clock all year round; admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Comprises three university museums |
Fredriksgate 2 Oslo 0130 Norway +47 22 85 9912 http://www.ukm.uio.no/ |
The almost 100 year-old building that houses the three university museums Oldsakssamlingen (antiquities), Etnografisk Museum (ethnological) and Myntkabinettet (coins), is internationally known as one of Norway's best examples of Jugend or Art Nouveau architecture. Norwegian architect Henrik Bull also designed the glass mosaics, banisters and chandeliers. Admission free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norway's legendary winter sports arena |
Kongeveien 5 Oslo 0787 Norway +47 22 92 3200 http://www.skiforeningen.no/hk/ |
Holmenkollen hill on the west side of the city is famous for the enormous ski jump that can be seen from just about everywhere in Oslo. The most popular sports arena in Norway, Holmenkollen also contains the world's oldest Ski Museum and an exciting ski-simulator (on which visitors can try out the Holmenkollen ski jump themselves!). Holmenkollen hosts a variety of winter sports events, culminating in the annual ski festival in March. Even those not interested in winter sports should not miss the chance to enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nude beach |
Bygdøy Oslo 0287 Norway |
This is a beautiful beach, where you do not need any clothes. It is at a nice cycle-ride from central Oslo, or you could go on skates. You are not allowed to play your radio here (unless you have headphones), or run around with your camera pointing at people; if you don't do these things, you will certainly have a nice time. There is a kiosk that sells ice cream and soft drinks in the summer, and a restaurant just ten minutes away. Nice walking tracks and other beaches are nearby. Bus 30 goes to Huk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Henrik Ibsen's apartment as museum |
Arbiens gate 1 Oslo 0253 Norway +47 22 12 3700 http://www.norskfolke.museum.n... |
Henrik Ibsen's apartment, where the famous Norwegian author lived from 1895 until his death in 1906, has now been restored and turned into a museum. His study contains original furniture and belongings, and the rest of the apartment has been restored to its original appearance. Throughout the year, the museum arranges lectures and theatrical performances with a new programme every spring and autumn. There are also temporary exhibitions. Admission fees: adults NOK30; children NOK10. Fees for special events vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All railway connections and tourist info |
Jernbanetorget 1 Oslo 0154 Norway +47 23 15 0000 http://www.nsb.no |
If you are coming via the Flytoget express from Gardermoen Airport, this will be your entrance into the city. The main railway station by Jernbanetorget square, at the eastern end of Karl Johan street, also provides tourist information, from Monday to Saturday 8am to 5pm. The OsloCard is on sale here, and they can assist with hotel reservations and currency exchange. The station is of course the centre for the main domestic (local and Intercity) and international railway connections, as well as the terminus for the Airport train to Gardermoen. The adjacent shopping centre, Byporten, can be accessed directly from the main gallery. On the southern side you will find Østbanehallen, the old part of the station that has now been converted into a small shopping arcade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Norwegian Parliament |
Karl Johans gate 22 Oslo 0026 Norway +47 23 31 3596 http://www.stortinget.no |
The Parliament building houses the Norwegian Storting(Parliament) and dates from 1866. Guided tours are arranged daily between 1 Jul and about 20 August in Norwegian, English, German and French at 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Between 15 September and 15 June guided tours are arranged every Saturday (in Norwegian only) at 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Tours for groups can be arranged upon request between September and June. Admission is free. The tours last approximately one hour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Royal residence |
Drammensveien 1 Oslo 0010 Norway +47 22 04 8700 http://www.kongehuset.no |
Slottsbakken, the hill on top of which the palace is built, offers a magnificent view over Karl Johans Gate. On Norwegian National Day (17 May), the King and the rest of the royal family stand on the balcony and wave at thousands of children parading down the street. Tours are arranged three times an hour between 17 June and 12 August. Please note that tickets must be purchased in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oslo's largest church |
Akersgaten 60 Oslo 0177 Norway |
In 1849 Hamburg's great city planner Alexis de Chateauneuf won the competition to build a church for the Congregation of the Trinity. He fell ill shortly after, and his work was taken over by Wilhelm von Hanno, he completed it following (and slightly modifying) his predecessor's designs. The building has a cruciform plan, crowned at the centre with a copper-plated dome and a lantern at the apex. The Church of the Trinity was consecrated in 1858 and the entrance staircase was added in 1883. Inside you will find an altarpiece depicting Christ being baptized and a marble baptismal font. The stained-glass windows in the choir were designed by Frøydis Haavardsholm in 1936. In 1956-58 architects Hofflund, Hvoslef and Sælleg restored the Church, removing the interior plaster coating and replaced the asphalt floor with square slates. The church was re-consecrated in 1958. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Not only of academic interest |
Boks 1072 Blindern Oslo 0316 Norway +47 22 85 5050 http://www.uio.no/ |
This may not be the place people think of when they talk about nightlife, but why not? Oslo has well over 20,000 students, and some of them would have graduated years ago had it not been for their ability to party. There is a central, official pub with a name that has been lost to history if there ever was one, and thus is consequently just called "the pub". It is good and inexpensive, has no admission fees but has two billiard tables. There is no dance floor. On the other hand, also at the university, the various student pubs run in the basement of various faculties are far more interesting. They most often have dance floors, a variety of theme nights and bar prices meant for students. You have to pay membership fees at the door, but that is not a major problem. To explain in detail how to find them is impossible in just a few words, but just take the metro to Blindern on a F or Sa and ask for Uglebo or RF-Kjelleren - you may be in for an experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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