Our apologies: your internet browser is not yet fully supported by our Schmap online guides. If you continue, pages in this guide may display or function incorrectly.

Would you like to continue anyway?continue anyway

Schmap.com supports the following browsers:

PC

MAC Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Gamlebyen (The Old Town)
Download the Schmap Oslo Guide
With Schmap 2.0 you can:
Oslo Home
Schmap Oslo guide and map



Children's Ecological Farm


Ecological animal farm for kids
Skedsmogata 23
Oslo 0655
Norway
+47 22 19 7071
http://www.koebb.no/
A horse, a goat, rabbits, ducks, chickens and pigs are among the numerous animals that live here. An ecological farm for children, Kampen Barnebondegård is a place where urban kids learn to take care of animals and grow food. After a visit here your children will definitely know where the milk comes from (not the carton). There is also an ecological herbal garden and a vegetable garden. The main attraction for many Norwegian children is Hulda the pig, known from children's television.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Gamlebyen Graveyard


1874 cemetery
Ekebergveien 2-8
Oslo 0192
Norway
http://www.gravferdsetaten.osl...
If you consider walking around looking at gravestones a pleasant way of spending your time, this cemetery is highly recommended. The sound of cars and trains is muffled, dampened by the trees and greenery. The churchyard was originally consecrated in 1874. Some parts of it are much newer than others. This cemetery has been expanded and reduced in size many times. While you are in the area take a look at the medieval ruins or take a walk up to the Ekeberg restaurant from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Oslo.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Kampen


Idyllic old wooden houses
Bogata and Toyengt
Oslo 0654
Norway
Located not far from the Munch Museum and the Botanical Gardens, the area of Kampen is full of idyllic, old wooden houses on narrow streets. Being there feels like walking in a children's book. In this area, you should see the church, walk around in the area in general, and maybe end up at the local cafe, Kafe Kampen. Oslo's water reservoir used to be where Kampen Park is now located, a great place for children to play in freely with sculptures and fountains, and a beautiful view of Oslo. Bus 60 will take you there from the centre.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Kampen photo by m_janitz
Photo: m_janitz
Kampen photo by Eirik Newth
Photo: Eirik Newth
Kampen photo by gelbe Kanalratte
Photo: gelbe Kanalratte
Kampen photo by Frank Paul Silye
Photo: Frank Paul Silye
Kampen photo by Gunnar Danielsen
Photo: Gunnar Danielsen
Kampen photo by Gunnar Danielsen
Photo: Gunnar Danielsen
Kampen photo by AN Kim
Photo: AN Kim
Kampen photo by quincunx1973
Photo: quincunx1973
 

 
Oslo Manor House


Visit Medieval Oslo
St. Hallvards plass
Oslo gate 13
Oslo 0192
Norway
+47 22 19 4468
The Medieval part of Oslo, right at the foot of Ekeberg hill, was neglected for decades, with main traffic arteries cutting through this exciting part of town. The whole area is now being completely upgraded and restored, and has centre for Medieval studies. Oslo Manor House, dating from 1720, presents an opportunity to see interiors, furniture and paintings from different periods. In the attic there are several models of Oslo in the Middle Ages, and also a light and sound show on the burial rites of that period.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Oslo Manor House photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Vålerenga Church


Work and football
Hjaltlandsgata 3
Oslo 0658
Norway
Vålerenga Church is a beautiful late nineteenth-century brick building surrounded by a small park. It was built in Neo-Gothic style like so many other churches in Oslo, but owes its fame neither to brilliant architecture nor the beautiful setting. This east end church is a decent "working church" in the spirit of the 1970s, where what counts is religion playing an active part in everyday life - and where the walls will not tumble from a little swearing. For this reason, the local football team supporters, widely recognised as the best fan club in Norway, are allowed to hold court inside the building, and the congregation frequently looks beyond the straight and narrow path to find a preacher for the Sunday sermon. For instance, a prominent capitalist may deliver a sermon on greed with first-hand knowledge of the subject rather than by the vicar. The latter, himself an Oslo celebrity and convert to Vålerenga FC, is rumoured to include the team in his prayers when they are up the creek (and he has probably had his hands full lately).

Review © 2007, Wcities
Vålerenga Church photo by Christina Børding
Photo: Christina Børding
Vålerenga Church photo by Lorenz Khazaleh
Photo: Lorenz Khazaleh
 

 
Åkebergveien Mosque


Oslo's most beautiful mosque
Åkebergveien 28B
Oslo 0650
Norway
+47 22 68 2708
http://www.wim.no
Oslo's more than 30 Moslem congregations have some 36,000 registered members; currently, there are 18 mosques and another three are under construction. This is the first one to have been purpose-built. The building is truly spectacular, with soaring minarets; mosaics executed by famous Irani craftsmen embellish the façade and the interior. Construction started in 1991 and the mosque was finished in 1995. It belongs to the World Islamic Mission, a London-based Sunnite missionary movement originating in the Punjabi countryside, with an accent on Sufi mysticism. Still, the friendly congregation welcomes everyone. Although there are no guided tours, you may be able to get an appointment to have a look around.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Åkebergveien Mosque photo by Inge Knoff
Photo: Inge Knoff
Åkebergveien Mosque photo by Inge Knoff
Photo: Inge Knoff
 

 
Other Schmapplets in this city related to "Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Gamlebyen (The Old Town)"
Oslo - All Sights & Attractions
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Abbediengen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Aker Brygge
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - All Oslo
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Blindern
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Briskeby
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Bygdøy
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - City Centre
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Filipstad
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Frogner
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Frogner Park
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Grønland
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Grünerløkka
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Hegdehaugen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Heggeli
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Hoff
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Holmenkollen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Homansbyen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Hovedøya
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Ila
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Kampen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Majorstuen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Oslo Central Station
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Out & About
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Rodeløkka
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Ruseløkka
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Silkestrå
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Sinsen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Skillebekk
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Skøyen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Torshov
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Tøyen
Oslo - Sights & Attractions - Ullern
Oslo - Attractions & Landmarks
Oslo - Historic Buildings
Oslo - Churches & Temples
Oslo - Baths, Saunas & Spas
Oslo - Breweries & Wineries
Oslo - Lakes, Rivers & Beaches
Oslo - Parks & Gardens
Oslo - Panorama
Oslo - Zoos, Farms & Aquaria
Oslo - Museums
Oslo - Tourist Information Centers

Other nearby cities:
Gothenburg (259 miles)
Stockholm (418 miles)
Copenhagen (482 miles)
Hamburg (709 miles)
Tampere (728 miles)
Helsinki (785 miles)
Berlin (842 miles)
Amsterdam (915 miles)
Newcastle upon Tyne (921 miles)
Edinburgh (933 miles)

Schmap.com
About
News & Reviews
Travel Store
Privacy
Terms of Use
Contact Us
© 2008 Schmap, Inc. All rights reserved.