What's On Oslo: July-August 2023

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Life, traditions, homes and history. Activities. Folk dance & music. Medieval stave church.

Open-air museum & indoor exhibits.

Life, traditions, homes and history.

Open-air museum & indoor exhibits.

Medieval stave church.

Life, traditions, homes and history.

Medieval stave church.

www.norskfolkemuseum.no

www.norskfolkemuseum.no

www.norskfolkemuseum.no

Foto: Morten Brun

Foto: Morten Brun

LET IT (SUN)SHINE!

Welcome to What’s On Oslo in July and August, when the heady days of the intense Nordic summer really hit their stride (hopefully!).

July and to a certain extent August are the main months of summer holidays for many people that live in Norway. July is fellesferien, which means “the common holiday”.

It is a time of trips to forest, mountain and seaside cabins called hytter, and the spread of sun and adventure hungry Norwegians across the globe.

If Oslo seems a bit empty, it is probably because the people are hanging out in their cabins or exploring beaches in Italy, or ruined Inca cities in Peru.

The capital offers both fantastic nature and city experiences, and July and August are perfect for exploring both.

From leafy parks and urban beaches to mighty forests and beautiful islands surrounded by black-blue water in the Oslo fjord, the possibilities are many. Oslo is also a major cultural hub, and in this issue, you will find the city’s official Museum Guide to all the exhibitions and events happening in July and August.

A hot tip is the National Museum, which last year finally reopened after several years, in a huge new purpose built building near the fjord in the city centre.

The Nordic region’s biggest National Museum boasts Norway’s largest collections of art, architecture and design. Just a few examples are works by famous artists like Edvard Munch (including The Scream) and Lousie Bourgeois, drawings from the time of Bruegel and Rubens, and a fine collection of Sámi art from the north.

There are lots of other exiting museums all over town, such as Fram - the Polar Exploration Museum, The Viking Planet, works and artefacts from the Royal Collections in the Queen Sonja Art Stable, Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, and the wonderful International Museum of Children’s Art in a cozy wooden house!

Near the end of the magazine, we have maps to help you find your way around town.

Enjoy! Team What’s On Oslo

Photo: Stasys

Museum of the year 2023

The Norwegian Museums Association

Explore 4.5 billion years of natural history

Photo: The Natural History Museum in Oslo

Fjord Cruise

Trollcruise are proud creators of maritime excursions on the Oslofjord since 1980. Fjord cruises are unforgettable experiences whether you are alone, a couple, with family or friends.

Scan QR-code for tickets

WWW-TROLLCRUISE.NO

LIVE MUSIC CRUISE

3-hour sing along fjord cruise with ship’s troubadour. Enjoy our picnic basket with tapas onboard a unique sailing ship

Wednesdays at 18:30

Departure point

Rådhusbrygge 2 (City hall pier 2)

Price per person 700,-

OSLOFJORD SIGHTSEEING CRUISE

Discover the scenic Oslo Fjord on a comfortable and relaxing 2-hour fjord cruise.

Daily departures at 10:30, 13:30 and 16:00

Departure point

Rådhusbrygge 4 (City hall pier 4)

Pier marked with E

Price per person 440,-

COMBO TICKET BUS + BOAT

Hop on Hop off bus and 2-hour Oslofjord Sightseeing cruise

Daily at 11:00, 13:30 and 16:00

Departure point

Rådhusbrygge 4 (City hall pier 4)

Pier marked with E

Price per person 700,-

OSLOFJORD DINNER CRUISE

3-hour fjord cruise with shellfish dinner buffet

Every evening at 18:30-21:30

Departure point

Rådhusbrygge 2 (City hall pier 2)

Price per person 640,-

A time capsule Ibsen's Apartment in Oslo

The Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen is one of the most influential and frequently staged dramatists in history.

In Oslo lies a physical space that holds great significance — the apartment where Ibsen resided for the final years of his life. This historical space, with a view to the Royal Palace, contains Ibsen's original interiors.

Upon entering Ibsen's apartment, visitors are transported back in time. The space reflects the style and aesthetics of the late 19th century.

A Home Filled with History

After several years of closure, the reopening of Ibsen Museum & Theatre this summer gives visitors the opportunity to explore and experience both his apartment and the new adjacent exhibition.

- We are tremendously pleased to re-open the Ibsen Museum for the general audience again. His flat has been newly conserved and there are several new objects in the exhibition, Museum Director Nina Refseth enthusiastically tells What’s On Oslo.

- We also have a new, smaller exhibition with information about and impressions from his works. Thus, we hope to attract new and interested visitors to the home of one of the world’s greatest playwrights, Refseth says.

Ibsen's apartment, nestled in Arbins gate 1, was a haven for the playwright during his final years from 1895 to 1906. Stepping into this preserved space is like entering a time capsule, with Ibsen's original furniture, original colours and décor and personal artifacts adorning the rooms.

When Ibsen’s wife Suzannah died in 1914 their home was dismantled, and their furniture scattered. His study and bedroom was deposited at the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, the library went to the Henrik Ibsen Museum in Skien and the dining room to The Ibsen Museum in Grimstad. The family retained possession of the remaining furniture.

In 1990 actor Knut Wigert took the fateful decision to rent the apartment, based on a wish to make it available to the public. Norwegian Museum of Cultural History took over responsibility for the museum in 1993.

The apartment was equipped with a gas stove and a bathtub, amenities that were considered modern luxuries during Ibsen’s time.

From the very spot where Ibsen sat and wrote, he had a view to The Royal Palace.

THE MUSEUM LIST

Oslo has dozens of museums covering all kinds of topics, including intriguing stories from the past, classic and contemporary art, scientific and literary achievements, human rights, and much, much more. Whatever you’re into, chances are high you’ll find it in one of the museums in these pages!

Photo: Paal Ritter Schjerven

MUSEUM MAP

This is a map showing the museums in the official Museum List that you will find in the following pages.

The numbers and colours on the map point to museums in the list, where you will find the same numbers and colours for each museum.

Tip: A detailed street map with the same numbers is at the back of the magazine.

BYGDØY

Akershus Fortress

THE VISITOR CENTRE AKERSHUS FORTRESS

AKERSHUS SLOTT Akershus Castle

The Visitor Centre is located in the ‘long red house’ from 1774 by the Carp pond. It is the natural starting point for a visit to the grounds. Our staff is up to date on the cultural events at the fortress and offer historical information on this unique monument of Norwegian history.

EXHIBITIONS

THE PRISONERS AT AKERSHUS – FROM THE MIDDLE AGES TO 1950

OUR MAJESTY, QUEEN MARGRETE

A narrative of the Queen of the North and her contemporaries from Akershus to Kalmar.

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon-Sun 10-17

Free admission

Gift shop

Guided tours of Akershus Fortress grounds (outdoors). July 1 - August 20: Mon-Sun 12.00 and 14.00.

Tickets for tours at The Visitor Centre. Combination tickets available.

CONTACT

Tel: 23 09 39 17

E-mail: akershusfestning@mil.no

www.akershusfestning.no

Akershus castle was built as a fortified medieval castle around the year 1300. Since then the castle has been at the centre of events in Norwegian history. Today it is used for state representation and cultural events. A tour of the castle takes you through the Government representation rooms, The Castle Church, The Royal Mausoleum and The Dungeon.

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon-Sat 10-16

Sun 12-16

Admission:

A: 100,- / C : 40,- (0-6 free)

S: 60,- / P: 60,-

Family (2+4): 250,–Free with Oslo Pass Audioguide included in ticket.

Guided tours upon request:

akershusslott.kontakt@mil.no or 23 09 35 53

CONTACT

Tel: 23 09 35 53

E-mail: akershusslott.kontakt@mil.no

www.akershusfestning.no facebook.com/akershusslott instagram.com/akershus_slott

FORSVARSMUSEET

NORGES HJEMMEFRONTMUSEUM Norway´s Resistance Museum

The museum covers Norwegian military history from the Viking era, through the numerous Nordic wars under Danish rule (1400-1814) to the Napoleonic wars, the union with Sweden 1814-1905, the World War II campaign 1940 and the War at Sea 1939-1945. The latest exhibitions cover the Cold war period 1945-1990 and recent international operations.

Gift shop and café

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon-Sun 10-17

Admission:

A: 100,- / C : 40,- (0-6 free)

S: 60,- / P: 60,-

Family (2+4): 250,-

Free with Oslo Pass Combination tickets available.

CONTACT

Tel: 23 09 35 82

E-mail: post.fmu@mil.no www.forsvarsmuseet.no

Instagram:@forsvarsmuseet

Facebook: @forsvarsmuseet

At the top of Akershus Fortress lies one of the most central institutions for resistance history in Norway. The main exhibition focuses on the German occupation of Norway, as well as how the resistance against the Nazi occupational regime developed from the 9th of April 1940 until liberation in May 1945.

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon-Sun 10-17

Admission:

A: 100,- / C : 40,- (0-6 free)

S: 60,- / P: 60,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Tel: +47 23 09 31 38

E-mail: resepsjon.nhm@gmail.com

https://kultur.forsvaret.no/museer/ norges-hjemmefrontmuseum

Instagram: @fnorgeshjemmefrontmuseum

Facebook: @fnorgeshjemmefrontmuseum

The Armed Forces Museum

Photo: Forsvaret / Stian Lysberg Solum

ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEET

DRONNING SONJA KUNSTSTALL

The Queen Sonja Art Stable

Founded in 1993, the museum is one of Scandinavia´s most notable museums for contemporary art. The museum holds the extensive Astrup Fearnley Collection, with significant works by some of today’s leading international artists and presents changing exhibitions that both draw on the collection and new commissions by artists from all over the world. The museum is beautifully located by the Oslo Fjord in an iconic building designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano.

EXHIBITIONS

BEFORE TOMORROW

ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEET 30 YEARS

22.06.23 – 08.10.23

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 11–17

Thu 11–19

Admission:

A: 150,- / S: 100,- / P: 100,-

C (0-18) free entrance

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Strandpromenaden 2

Tel: +47 22936060

E-mail: info@afmuseet.no

www.afmuseet.no

facebook.com/astrupfearnley

Instagram: @astrupfearnley

THE QUEEN SONJA ART STABLE

Exhibitions in the Art Stable vary between art and displays of objects from the Royal Collections.

THE ROYAL STABLES

Renovated for the opening of the Art Stable, the Royal Stables now appear as they did in their heyday in the interwar years. Where the horses once stood in their stalls, the public now enjoy art and history.

CURRENT EXHIBITION CRAFTMANSHIP AT THE ROYAL PALACE

The exhibition Craftsmanship at the Royal Palace – 200 Years of Creations displays a selection of handcrafted objects from the Royal Collections. It emphasizes the importance of traditional crafts and provides insight into how these objects were made, and how they are still used and cared for today.

HOURS AND PRICES

Until 20 August: Every day 11-17

From 21 August: open Thu-Sun 11-17

Admission:

A: 125,- / C 60,- / S: 100,- / P: 100,-

C (0-6) free entrance

For more information please visit www.royalcourt.no

CONTACT

Parkveien 50

www.royalcourt.no

Transportation: Bus or tram to Solli plass

Photo: Øivind M. Bakken / The Royal Court

HISTORISK MUSEUM

The Historical Museum

IBSEN MUSEUM & TEATER

IBSEN Museum & Theater

Travel back in time at Norway’s largest collection of artefacts from prehistoric times and the Middle Ages. Experience some of the most exquisite objects from the Norwegian Viking Age, such as ornate swords, gold jewellery and a very rare Viking helmet. Learn about the Norwegian Stone Age people and gain insight into wonderfully diverse cultures from across the world through our classical archeology and ethnographic exhibitions.

FABULOUS ANIMALS –FROM THE IRON AGE TO THE VIKINGS

Fabulous Animals invites visitors on a magical journey back to Iron Age Scandinavia, a time when a different relationship with animals characterised people’s beliefs and notions and, not least, influenced the beautiful things they created, used and surrounded themselves with. The exhibition showcases fabulous artefacts from the height of the Iron Age. The intricate patterns of the animal style, where animals and humans are intertwined with each other, reflects a complex and enigmatic world that lasted for over 700 years.

HOURS AND PRICES

See website for opening hours.

Admission:

A: 120,-/C (0-18) free. S: 90,-/ P: 90,Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Frederiks gate 2

E-mail: postmottak@khm.uio.no www.historiskmuseum.no

Discover Henrik Ibsen's world at the Ibsen Museum & Teater!

Join us on a journey through time and experience the world-renowned playwright`s final residence in Oslo, which is now the main attraction at the museum. Ibsen spent his last 11 years here and wrote his last two dramas in this inspiring environment.

Ibsen's home is a fully restored apartment with the original interior, colors, and decor. It offers a unique glimpse into the lives of Henrik and Suzanna Ibsen as it appeared when they lived here. You can explore Ibsen's study and even see the original bathtub among the preserved furniture.

In addition to the captivating home experience, the museum also features a brand-new exhibition that provides a deeper insight into Ibsen's thoughts, inspirations, and creative process.

HOURS AND PRICES

Every day 11-18.

Guided tour of Henrik Ibsen's home every hour.

Admission:

A: 180,-/C (0-17) free.

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Henrik Ibsens gate 26

Tel: +47 22 12 35 50

E-mail: post@norskfolkemuseum.no www.ibsenmt.no

Photo: Haakon Hariss / Norsk Folkemuseum

NASJONALMUSEET

The National Museum

Art, architecture and design

THE STATION MASTER’S HOUSE Museum Shop and Bollebar

The National Museum

The largest art museum in the Nordic countries.

EXHIBITION

THE COLLECTION

Presents some 6,500 works from antiquity to the present.

THORVALD HELLESEN PIONEERING CUBISM

31.03.23 – 20.08.23

LOUISE BOURGEOIS. IMAGINARY CONVERSATIONS

06.05.23 – 06.08.23

OLTRE TERRA. WHY WOOL MATTERS

26.05.23 – 01.10.23

DRAWN TO LIFE. WORKS FROM THE TIME OF BRUEGEL AND RUBENS

09.06.23 – 10.09.23

FOOD & DRINK

Explore a variety of cafés.

MUSEUM SHOP

Get inspired by a rich selection of interiors, furniture, books and locally handcrafted products in our shop.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue, Wed 10-20, Thu-Sun 10–17

Admission:

A: 200,-/ 18-25 years: 110 / C: 0,67 years + : 110,-. Oslo Pass free

CONTACT

Brynjulf Bulls Plass 3 www.nasjonalmuseet.no/en

The Station Master’s House and Bollebar are located in front of the National museum.

MUSEUM SHOP

The Museum Shop has a wide selection of childrens books, design objects and products based on the collection of The National Museum.

CONTACT

Brynjulf Bulls plass 2

Tel: 21 98 20 00

Get inspired: https://shop.nasjonalmuseet.no/

BOLLEBAR

A Norwegian concept focusing on quality coffee from Tim Wendelboe and Norwegian buns in a modern twist. We serve buns, sweet and savoury, with different fillings and toppings.

CONTACT

Brynjulf Bulls Plass 2

Close to The City Hall Square and Aker Brygge.

Nearest tram station: Aker Brygge.

Tel: 22 22 30 00 bollebar@bollebar.no

For updates: www.bollebar.no

Photo: Ina Wesenberg / Nasjonalmuseet

Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family

KREFTFORENINGENS VITENSENTER

Cancer Science Centre

NOBELS FREDSSENTER

The Nobel Peace Center

Here people of all ages can play their way to more knowledge about cancer. It is challenging, entertaining – and completely harmless. Test your skills as a surgeon and learn about amazing breakthroughs in cancer research and what you can do to prevent cancer. What are the facts, what are the myths and how can technology help us now and in the future? Our interactive installations allow you to repair DNA strands, mix a safe dose of chemotherapy and play «The Guardians of the Cells », where you help the immune system to kill cancer cells. You can find more information at www.kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret

HOURS AND PRICES

Open every day from 26th of June to Sunday 16th of July.

From 22th of July, open every Saturday and Sunday.

Opening hours: 12-15.

See kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret for opening hours, webinars and other activities.

Free admission

CONTACT

Kongens gate 6 (entrance on corner with Rådhusgata) in Oslo city centre.

Tel: +47 21494921

E-mail: post@kreftforeningen.no www.kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret Facebook.com/Kreftforeningen/

THE NOBEL PEACE CENTER IS CLOSED

Due to renovation, the Peace Center is closed and will reopen in the autumn. Please check our website for updates. You are welcome to visit our exhibitions online at www.nobelpeacecenter.org.

THE NOBEL PEACE SHOP (ONLINE)

Originality, sustainability and fair trade characterize the selection in our Nobel Peace Shop, available online. www.nobelpeacecenter.org

CONTACT

Rådhusplassen/City Hall Square

Tel: +47 48 30 10 00 www.nobelpeacecenter.org

Photo: Johannes Granseth / NPC

Photo: Nicki Twang

NORDISK BIBELMUSEUM

The Nordic Bible Museum

OSLO CITY HALL Rådhuset

PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS

Experience the history of the Bible and the book at NOBIMU. The only museum of its kind in the Nordic countries, with a collection based on more than 6,000 bibles. Admire all the first royal folio editions of the Bible from the time when Denmark and Sweden were empires, a handwritten bible from around 1250, as well as Bibles in indigenous languages such as Sami and Greenlandic. Test out being a medieval scribe, marvel at the miniature Bible collection and bring home a unique souvenir from our museum shop.

WEBINAR

Webinars on Zoom. See nobimu.no

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS

02.12.21 – 03.08.23.

THE HISTORY OF THE GRENNLANDIC BIBLE

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue, Wed 12–17, Thu 11–18

Fri, Sat, Sun 11–16

Guided tours in English, German and Norwegian.

Admission:

A: 90,- / C under 12 free Oslo Pass free.

CONTACT

Nedre Slottsgate 4C

Tel: +47 401 05 777

E-mail: post@nobimu.no facebook.com/Nordiskbibelmuseum instagram.com/nordiskbibelmuseum www.nobimu.com

Oslo City Hall opened in 1950, and it is the political and administrative heart of Oslo, Norway's capital. With its unique architecture and associated art collection, Oslo City Hall has an important place in Norwegian art and architectural history. The City Hall is today an important symbol of Oslo and Norway's values, traditions and history. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo City Hall on 10 December each year.

HOURS AND PRICES

For up-to-date information on opening hours, see our website: www.oslo.kommune.no/radhuset

CONTACT

Fridtjof Nansens plass

Tel: 23 4 6 12 00

E-mail: omvisninger@rft.oslo.kommune.no www.oslo.kommune.no/radhuset

Photo: Saiko3p

THE ROYAL PALACE Slottet

THE VIKING PLANET

The first Digital Viking Museum in the world

The Royal Palace was built between 1825 and 1849 and is where the daily work of the Norwegian monarchy is conducted.

It is the main residence of Their Majesties the King and Queen, and most members of The Royal Court have their workplace here.

All visitors must follow a guided tour through some of the most important and lovely rooms of the building. The Changing of the Guards will take place every day at 13.30.

HOURS AND PRICES

The Royal Palace will be open to visitors daily 10:00-17:00 from 24 June until 17 August 2023.

There are several tours in English every day.

Admission:

A: 175,- / C: 125,- / S: 145,- / P: 145,Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.no

CONTACT

Slottsplassen 1

www.royalcourt.no

Tram, metro or bus to Nationaltheatret

Norway’s first digital museum with many unique experiences based on viking heritage.

The Viking Planet resurrects the Viking times with VR-technology, holograms, interactive screens and 270-degrees films. Learn about and experience how the Vikings lived, join them on their expeditions, feel the power of the elements onboard a Viking ship, and take a picture of yourself as a Viking. Use all your senses to learn about the Vikings` religion, mythology, ships and cultural heritage.

The Viking Planet aims to connect you with the Viking times in an innovative and engaging way. Every attraction is available in 12 languages. The museum includes a Viking themed gift shop.

NEW EXPERIENCES

• 3D objects from the Viking Ship museum incl. the Oseberg and Gokstad ships

• FERD an interactive VR Game

HOURS AND PRICES:

Check our website thevikingplanet.com for opening hours.

Adults: 249,-

Children under 12 years: 100,Children under 6 years: Free VR Game 249,Combination (museum + VR game) 399,CONTACT

Fridtjof Nansens plass 4. Next to city hall

E-mail: info@thevikingplanet.com

Phone: +47 46942495

www.thevikingplanet.com

Try our VR Game

POPSENTERET Museum and Experience Center of popular music

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

An engaging and interactive journey through Norwegian music history!

Popsenteret is a "must" for music lovers of all ages. Experience popular music and culture in a new way. Get to know your new and old musicheroes in exhibitions and engaging installations and enjoy music, movies and much more.

Perfect for all ages – especially children, young people and families

You will find us at urban Grünerløkkaa mecca for those looking for cozy cafes, quaint shops and nice park areas.

Special offers for small groups: Book a pleasant tour with your family, friends or colleagues at formidling@popsenteret.no

Visit our nice small Popshop

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Fri 10-16

Sat-Sun 11-17

Monday closed (open at 7.th and 14.th of August)

Free admission with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Trondheimsveien 2

Tlf: 22 46 80 20

E-mail: kontakt@popsenteret.no

www.popsenteret.no

NATURALLY INCREDIBLE

This is where you find dinosaurs and other fossils, crystals, rocks, meteorites, taxidermy animals and other highlights from our collections. Visit our new geological exhibitions or take part in a zoogeographic journey with dioramas displaying taxidermy animals and their habitats from the Nordic nature, as well as other geographic regions of the world. Explore our interactive installations in the Climate House, with exhibitions on climate and environmental issues. The museum also includes a large botanical garden demonstrating the beauty and variation of the plant kingdom. Visit the arboretum with trees from Norway and other corners of the world, and the thematic gardens such as The Viking Garden and The Rock Garden. In the middle of the garden there is a nice café, and our museum shop carries a wide selection of gift items with themes from nature.

HOURS AND PRICES

See website for opening hours.

Admission:

A: 150,-/C 75,- / S: 75,-/F: 400,Free with Oslo Pass Garden & Greenhouse: Free entrance

CONTACT

Naturhistorisk museum

University of Oslo

Sars’ gate 1/Monradsgate

Tel: 22 85 16 30

E-mail: informasjon@nhm.uio.no www.nhm.uio.no

Naturhistorisk museum

Photo: Lars Petter Pettersen

BARNEKUNSTMUSEET

The International Museum of Children´s Art 19

BYMUSEET Museum of Oslo

The three basic functions of the Museum are to collect, promote & preserve children’s art worldwide. Film director Rafael Goldin (1920–1994) and his wife, Doctor of Medicine, Alla Goldin (1938–2007), conceived and developed the idea of the Museum & collection.

PERMANENT COLLECTION

The Museum presents a variety of thematic exhibitions and art projects from around the world - and is a multicultural place where children and adults meet on children's terms. The main goal of the Museum is to promote the UN Convention on «the Rights of the Child».

WORKSHOPS

Guided tours, art workshops & music activities. Drop in

HOURS AND PRICES

Until 13.8.

Tue-Thu 11-16

Sat-Sun 11-16

Closed 14.8.-18.9.23

Admission:

A: 75,- / C: 40,- /S: 40,- P: 40,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Lille frøens vei 4

Tel: +47.22691777

E-mail: mail@childrensart.com

www.childrensart.com

twitter@barnekunst

Instagram: childrensartmuseum

Tram: Frøen station

EXPERIENCE OSLO WITH THE MUSEUM OF OSLO

The Museum of Oslo is beautifully located inside the Vigeland Park, among the historical buildings and courtyard of Frogner

At the Museum, you can experience the history of Oslo in a new way, and get to know the history behind today’s diverse metropolis. The museum gives you a unique insight into the city’s history from the Middle Ages to the present day.

You will find a variety of exhibitions about city history, urban development, the people in the city and conditions that characterize today’s Oslo.

CAFÉ & MUSEUM SHOP

The museum shop offers a selection of local literature and Nordic design. Café in pleasant surroundings.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 11-16. Thu 11-19

Admission:

A: 100,- / C (0-18): Free / S: 60,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Frognerveien 67

Tel: +47 23 28 41 70

www.oslomuseum.no

Tram 12 or Bus 20 to Frogner plass. All Metro lines to Majorstuen.

VIGELANDMUSEET

The Vigeland Museum

TEKNISK MUSEUM

The Norwegian museum of Science and Technology

The Vigeland Museum is a sculpture museum located next to The Vigeland Park. The museum is Gustav Vigeland’s former studio and residence. Today, the museum shows a permanent exhibition presenting Vigeland's art, and temporary exhibitions with threedimensional art.

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS

ECKBO'S LEGAT ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

02.06.23-17.09.23

In collaboration with Eckbos Legat and Kulturbyrået Mesén we presents a group exhibition, featuring the artists Andrea Scholze, Einar Grinde, Lin Wang, and the duo Ellinor Aurora Aasgaard and Zayne Armstrong. The four art projects were selected amongst 109 applicants. During the course of the exhibition the jury will choose which one of the projects that will receive a grant of NOK 200 000.

PERMANENT COLLECTION VIGELAND MUSEUM

Always on display.

COLLECTION

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Sun 10-17

Admission:

A: 100,- / C: 0,- / S: 50,- / P: 100,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Nobels gate 32

www.vigeland.museum.no Instagram @vigelandmuseet Facebook @vigelandmuseum

Voted Oslo’s best experience for children

Explore, play and learn in our family museum in more than 25 themed exhibitions and around 100 tryit-yourself installations. Experience our cultural heritage in industry, science, technology and medicine in the most fun and exciting cultural history museum. Extensive weekend and holiday program filled with activities and workshops. Café and museum shop.

EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS

I/O

our new AI-driven ICT exhibition is a must.

LIFE AND DEATH

the engaging exhibition from inhouse National Medical Museum, about being human.

HOURS AND PRICES

July: 10-17 and August 10-17

From 20th. August see our website.

Admission: A: 165,- / C: 110,-(over 3 years) / S: 110,- / Family: 490,Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Free parking at Kjelsåsveien 143. Tel: 22 79 60 00 www.tekniskmuseum.no Tram 11 og 12 to Kjelsås. Bus 25 and 54 to Kjelsås station.

Photo: NTM/Gorm K. Gaare.

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Photo: Lars Opstad

Photo: Ivar Kvaal / Vigelandmuseet.

HOLMENKOLLEN SKI MUSEUM AND SKI JUMP

At the top of Oslo you can visit Holmenkollen National arena, a site where many ski-historical moments have been created. In the heart of the arena towers Holmenkollen Ski Jump. The Ski Museum will be closed due to renovation and will not open again before the end of 2023. The jump tower will be open for visitors.

On top of the jump tower you can enjoy spectacular views of Oslo and the surrounding areas. In addition we have a souvenir shop and a ski simulator.

HOURS AND PRICES: Open every day 10-17.

Admission:

A:160,-/ C: 80,Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT:

Kongeveien 5

Tel: 22 92 32 00

E-mail: skimuseet@skiforeningen.no

www.holmenkollen.com

Metro / T-bane: No 1 to Frognerseteren

HOLMENKOLLEN SKI SIMULATOR

New Ski Simulator in Holmenkollen. It is a Movie-Ride Theatre. Experience Downhill Skiing at 130 km/ hour – and Ski-jumping at 100 km/hour. Ski Simulator next to the Holmenkollen ski jump! Jump in “Kollen” and find out what it feels like to head down the world’s toughest downhill ski slopes alongside the world’s best performers on two skis. Technology which used to be available only to pilots and astronauts combines flight simulator movements with an “eye-view” movie to create a unique and realistic feel. Once inside the the Ski Simulator you will get the “ride of your life”, when the skiing starts. Up to 12 people can sit inside at the same time and the whole ride lasts about 5 minutes. “Amazing ride, amazing experience. It made me realize how crazy you have to be to go skiing at 130 km/h and how dangerous it is”

HOURS AND PRICES

10-16

Admission:

A: 110,- / C: 55,-(6-15)

Family: (2+2) 300,-

Group (10p +) 75,- each. C: 50,Please check our website for updates.

CONTACT

Kongeveien 5

Tel to kiosk: 969-03-665

E-mail: post@skisimulator.no

www.skisimulator.no

Metro / T-bane: No 1 to Frognerseteren

Photo: Andreas Bache-Wiig

THE FRAM MUSEUM Frammuseet

THE KON-TIKI MUSEUM Kon-tiki museet

Fram is the most famous ship in polar history, known for her amazing expeditions to the North and South Poles. Ride the waves on Fram in our awarded cinematic projection surrounding the ship. Explore the ship below the deck, and see how the crew lived and worked together. Enter the first ship to navigate the Northwest Passage, Gjøa. Feel the spirit of the great polar explorers and their adventures!

Enjoy a number of activities for young and old and find exclusive gifts in our museum shop.

Treat yourself to refreshments in Café Framheim, and relax on our sea view terrace.

HOURS AND PRICES

9.30-18

Please check our website for updates.

Admission:

A:140,- / C(6-15): 50,- / S:50,- P: 100,- /

F: 300,- / Group (15p+) 100,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Bygdøynesveien 39

Bus 30 to Bygdøy

Tel: 23 28 29 50

E-mail: post@frammuseum.no www.frammuseum.no

Come see the original Kon-Tiki balsa wood raft and the papyrus ship Ra II from Thor Heyerdahl’s world-famous sea adventures!

EXHIBITIONS

• Kon-Tiki (1947) – across the Pacific Ocean on a balsa-wood raft and Gerd Vold Hurum: The woman the museum forgot.

• Ra and Ra II (1969–1970) – across the Atlantic Ocean on a papyrus ship

• Easter Island expeditions (1955-56 and 1986)

• Thor Heyerdahl (1914–2002) – his life

See the the Academy Award-winning documentary film “Kon-Tiki” (English, 67 min) at 12:00.

Short film about Kon-Tiki and Thor Heyerdahl (English, 10 min) all day. Souvenir design shop.

HOURS AND PRICES

9.30-18

Open 365 days a year. Please check our website for updates

Admission: A:140,- / C(6-17): 50,- / S:50,P: 100,- / F: 300,- / Group (10p+) 100,Free with Oslo Pass.

CONTACT

Bygdøynesveien 36. Bus 30 to Bygdøy Tel: 23 08 67 67 www.kon-tiki.no Instagram.com/kontikimuseet Facebook.com/kontikimuseum

Photo: Marcus Thomassen

NORWEGIAN MARITIME MUSEUM

NORSK FOLKEMUSEUM

The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

Norway’s interaction with the seas, from its oldest known vessel to the latest hi-tech offshore ships.

EXHIBITIONS

NEW! DEMONS OF THE DEEP

Paintings exhibition by Norwegian artist

Karl Erik Harr

VIKING AGE BOAT BUILDER

See one of the original Viking boats from the Gokstad find. The replica is being built before the audience.

BY SEA

You can see our collection of traditional open boats, findings from the old Oslo harbor and a shipwreck.

AT SEA!

Seafaring from the Viking era until today.

J.H. LINGE

100th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

An exhibition about the boat constructor and designer Jan Herman Linge.

FOR KIDS

Explore the Ocean Voyages with the Chief and Sally Jones.

HOURS AND PRICES

Open every day 10-17.

Admission: A:140,- / C(0-17): Free / S:120,- / P: 120,- / Group (10p+) 90,-

Free with Oslo Pass.

Tickets with Fram/Kon-Tiki are available Fjord cafe and museum shop.

CONTACT

Bygdøynesveien 37. Bus 30 to Bygdøy Tel: +47 24 11 41 50

www.marmuseum.no

OPEN-AIR MUSEUM

Take a picturesque journey through Norway! The historical wooden farmhouses with fields and townhouses with cobbled streets show homes, life and traditions from the many Norwegian regions. Don’t miss the Medieval Stave Church and the Apartment Building with Oslo-homes 1879-2002.

INDOOR EXHIBITS

Folk Art, Folk Dress, Church Art, TIMESCAPE 1600-1914, the First Parliament Hall and Sámi Culture.

DAILY IN JULY & AUGUST

Hosts in traditional costumes welcome you into the Stave Church and historical homes from town and countryside. Join our guided tour in the Open-Air Museum, meet farm animals, try the family-friendly nature trails and outdoor games.

DAILY UNTIL AUGUST 20

Experience folk dance and music, traditional baking, Norwegian fairy tales, forging, and carpentry.

WEEKENDS AUGUST 21-31

Traditional baking, Norwegian fairy tales, forging, and carpentry.

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon–Sun 10–17

Admission:

A:180,- / C: 0,- / S:140,-/ P: 140,-

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Museumsveien 10. Bus/ ferry to Bygdøy www.norskfolkemuseum.no

Norsk Maritimt Museum

HL-SENTERET

Holocaust Center and Museum

The Norwegian Center for Holocaust and Minority Studies, located in Villa Grande, the former residence of the Nazi collaborator Vidkun Quisling, is a research, education and documentation center. Our work focuses on the Holocaust, other genocides, extremism, antisemitisim, hate speech, and the situation of minorities.

PERMANENT EXHIBITION & BUNKER FROM WORLD WAR 2

The story of Nazi genocide and mass murder during World War 2 – with special focus on the Norwegian Jews.

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS

In/visible: Everyday racism in Norway

Unfinished Lives

An exhibition presenting artists that were imprisoned and murdered on racial grounds all suffering the common fate of European Jews during WWII.

For more information and opening hours, se hlsenteret.no

Kafé Villa Grande: Tue-Sun 11-17.30

HOURS AND PRICES

Open every day 10-18

Admission: A: 120,- / C (6-16): 50,-

S: 50,-/ P: 70,- / F: 180,- /

Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Huk Aveny 56

Bus 30 to Bygdøy

Tel: 22 84 21 00

E-mail: post@hlsenteret.no

www.hlsenteret.no

The summer palace of Oscarshall is located on the peninsula of Bygdøy in Oslo. The palace was commissioned by King Oscar I and Queen Joséphine, and was completed in 1852. Today it stands as a monument to Norwegian art and applied art from the 19th century. The palace is considered to be one of the finest examples of Neo-Gothic architecture in Norway and is one of the country’s most important embodiments of the National Romantic style so popular in Norway during the period.

HOURS AND PRICES

Oscarshall summer palace and the surrounding park will be open to visitors 11:00-16:00 Thursday-Sunday from 3 June until 27 August 2023.

There are tours in English every day.

Admission:

A: 125,- / C: 60,- / S: 100,- / P: 100,Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.no

CONTACT

Ocarshallveien

Tel: 22048700

www.royalcourt.no

Bus no. 30 to Norsk Folkemuseum

FJORD CRUISE BY TROLLCRUISE

OSLOFJORD SIGHTSEEING CRUISES ALL YEAR

WONDERFUL MARITIME EXPERIENCES

All tours pass along national highlights along the way: Akershus fortress, the Opera House, the new Munch Museum, scenic islands with colorful summer houses, historic light houses, the Fram museum with its iconic triangular buildings, traditional fjord saunas, a view to the Holmenkollen ski-jump and surrounding hills.

• OSLOFJORD DINNER CRUISE - NOK 640

• LIVE MUSIC CRUISE - NOK 700

• 2 HOUR OSLOFJORD CRUISE - NOK 440

• COMBINATION HOP ON-HOP OFF & FJORD CRUISE - NOK 700

These tours are undoubtedly an unforgettable experience, whether you are alone, a couple or with friends or family.

HOURS & AVAILABILITY

FJORD SIGHTSEEING and MUSEUM FERRY

Båtservice Sightseeing AS

CONTACT

www.trollcruise.no

Mail: booking@trollcruise.no

Tel: +47 23 35 55 10

FJORD SIGHTSEEING / MUSEUM FERRY

At City Hall pier 3 you find our traditional sightseeing boats, sail schooners and Museum ferries. We sail 3 sightseeing tours every day all week, mainly on the traditional schooners.

VIDEO: Youtube.

Search for: Oslo Fjord Sightseeing

Food and drinks sold on board.

HOURS AND PRICES

FJORD SIGHTSEEING

2 hours. NOK 439

10.30, 11.30 13.00, 14.00 and 15.30

MUSEUM FERRIES TO BYGDØY

Day pass: NOK 99

Line B9 Every 20 minute from City Hall pier 3 from 09.10 to 17.50

Time table: www.nyc.no

SUMMER EVENING CRUISE

3 hours. NOK 595

From June 23: 19.00

From August 30 at 18.00

Shrimp Buffet Naturel is included

CONTACT

Tickets, booking: www.nyc.no and at our ticket office at City Hall pier 3.

E-mail: booking@nyc.no

Tel: 47 23 35 68 90

Ferry tickets also sold on board.

OSLO FJORD

Fjord Sightseeing NOK 439

2 hours. This is the classic Oslo fjord sightseeing, passing the fortress, the Opera House and idyllic islands with small summer houses.

Winter Fjord Sightseeing NOK 439

2 hours. Fjord Sightseeing, as described over. We sail via the museum peninsula Bygdøy on our way back. Here you find the Polar ships

FRAM and Gjøa, the Kon-Tiki raft, the Maritime Museum and Norsk Folkemuseum. You can take the next boat to Oslo after 2,5 hours, or a public transportation bus. The calls at Bygdøy are at 12:15 and 14:45.

Norwegian Evening on the Fjord NOK 595

3 hour evening cruise on board a sailing ship. Traditional Norwegian prawn buffet is included in the price. Additional departures in May: 13 to 22 and 26 to 29 June: 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19

Blues, Jazz and Rock Cruise NOK 649

3 hour evening cruise with live music on board a sailing ship. Traditional Norwegian prawn buffet is included in the price. Saturdays: Blues

Tuesdays: Jazz Fridays in July: Rock

10:30 13:00 15:30

March 31 - Oct 8

High season

Extra: 11:30 14:00

June 23 - Sep 3

10:30 13:00

Oct 9 - March 27

Not sailing Dec 24 and 25

Cacellations may occur due to ice on the fjord See www.nyc.no

19:00

June 23 - Aug 29

18:00

Aug 30 - Sep 24

19:00

May 27 - Aug 29

Sat, Tue + Fri in July

Except May 30 and

June 6, 13 and 20

Tickets: City Hall pier 3 Booking: www.nyc.no Tel: 23 35 68 90