Oslo is the capital of Norway and the largest city, sitting, at the tip of Oslofjord in southern Norway. With many good connections, you may have arrived in Oslo in a variety of ways, such as by ferry or rail or are visiting Oslo as part of an escorted or non escorted tour, the city now awaits your exploration. Steeped with history and culture, Oslo is the oldest of the Nordic capitals. From Vikings to oceanic explorers to Kings, sightseeing in Oslo leaves plenty to be experienced with many world class museums, folk museums and galleries, giving an insight to life both in the past and the present. The Vigeland Sculpture Park will capture art enthusiast and the curious with a collection of 212 sculpture, designed by Gustav Vigeland, positioned in Frogner Park. The Viking Ship Museum, the Kon-Tiki Raft and the Polar Vessel Fram are all a wonderful and memorable insight to Norwegian ancient history. Located amongst fjords and lushes hills, car hire in Oslo will open up more possibilities to the neighbouring suburbs allowing you to experiences their attractions.

Oslo’s hotels offer modern and traditional design, making a comfortable and unforgettable stay for all. At your doorstep, the buzzing cafes and restaurants will not only give you a chance to unwind but to experience some tantalising national cuisine. On Karl Johans gate, the main street, you will find high street shopping and some of Oslo’s biggest shopping centres.

See:

• Vigeland Sculpture Park – At Frogner park, a collection of 212 sculptures made of bronze, granite and cast iron, makes up the Vigeland Sculpture Park, designed by Gustav Vigeland. The sculptures capture every aspect of human relations and life.
• The Viking Ship Museum - This museum is home to the Gokstad Ship, The Oseberg Ship and the Tune Ship, and their artefacts, which were all found in royal burial mounds.
• Kon-Tiki Museum – this museum is home to the famous Kon-Tiki Raft and its artefacts from Heyerdahl’s expeditions. It is also where you can find the Ra II papyrus boat.
• Polar Ship Fram – Used on polar expeditions, the Fram, which was built in 1892 is the world’s strongest wooden ship. It sailed the furthest north and south.
• Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Arena – Atop the ski jump and Arena, you can soak in the fantastic views of Oslo.
• Opera House – In 2008 the Opera House opened, and is Norway’s largest, with 3 stages for music theatre and dance.

Experience:

• Shopping on Karl Johans gate – The main shopping street offers high street shopping as well as the opportunity to visit some of Oslo’s biggest shopping centres, Paleet, Eger, Byporten and Oslo city.

Secrets of the city:

• Taste some Norwegian cuisine from local produce of the season, in Oslo’s oldest restaurant, Gamle Radhus. This cosy restaurant, housed in a historic 1641 building, welcomes you for lunch and dinner.
• The Oslo pass not only offer great discounts or free entry to some of the city’s main attractions, but it also provides free travel within one of the city’s zones of travel, special offers in shops and restaurants as well as entertainment venues, diversifying sightseeing possibilities in Oslo.
• Don’t miss the changing of the guard at Oslo’s Royal Palace at 1:30pm daily, which takes about 40 minutes.