What's On Oslo: November-December

NOV/DEC CHRISTMAS FAIR AT THE NORWEGIAN MUSEUM OF CULTURAL HISTORY

Photo: Morten Brun, Norsk Folkemuseum

has about 50 museums covering all kinds of topics, including intriguing stories from the past, classic and contemporary art, scientific and literary achievements, human rights, and much more. Whatever you’re into, chances are high you’ll find it in one of the museums in these pages!

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

FROGNER

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

RACHEL HARRISON: SITTING IN A ROOM 30.09.22 – 12.02.23

ASTRUP FEARNLEY COLLECTION

A rotating selection of the collection is always on display.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue, Wed, Fri 12–17, Thu 12–19 Sat, Sun 11–17. Mon closed

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

DRONNING SONJA KUNSTSTALL

The Queen Sonja Art Stable

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 UNTIL 13.11.2022

OPEN DOORS

The exhibition "Open Doors" is on display with more than a 100 works by 50 artists from Her Majesty The Queen's own art collection.

HOURS AND PRICES

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

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

AKERSHUS SLOTT Akershus Castle

THE VISITOR CENTRE AKERSHUS FORTRESS

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 Sat-Sun 12–17 Closed from 11.12

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

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.

Gift shop

HOURS AND PRICES

Every day 10-16 Closed: 24.12 – 26.12, 31.12. Free admission Gift shop

Guided tours of Akershus Fortress grounds (outdoors) Sat-Sun 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

FORSVARSMUSEET

The Armed Forces 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.

Museum shop and café

HOURS AND PRICES

Every day 10–16 Closed 24.12 – 26.12, 31.12

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

S: 60,- / P: 60,Free with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Tel: 23 09 35 82 E-mail: post.fmu@mil.no www.forsvarsmuseet.no

Instagram:@forsvarsmuseet

Facebook: @forsvarsmuseet

Photo: Forsvaret / Stian Lysberg Solum

HISTORISK MUSEUM

The Historical Museum

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. See our extensive collection of religious artefacts from the Middle Ages. Learn about the Norwegian Stone Age people and gain insight into wonderfully diverse cultures from across the World through our ethnographic exhibitions.

EGYPT IN EUROPE

This year marks the 200-year anniversary of deciphering the code of hieroglyphics, which meant the language and culture of ancient Egypt became open to researchers in a whole new way. This fueled the cultural-historical “Egypt-mania" in the 19th century, and into the 1900s. Come see Norway's oldest and largest collection of Egyptian artefacts. The exhibition tells the story of the origins of the museum's Egyptian collection, which includes several mummies and beautiful artefacts from Ancient Egypt.

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

KREFTFORENINGENS VITENSENTER Cancer Science Centre

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. 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

EXHIBITION

SECRETS OF YOUNG PEOPLE AND THEIR RELATIVES AFFECTED BY CANCER 22.10.2022 – 27.11.2023

Photo exhibition.

HOURS AND PRICES

Sat, Sun 12-15

The last day open to the public before Christmas is Sunday 11 Dec. 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/

Photo: Nicki Twang

NASJONALMUSEET –ARKITEKTUR

The National Museum – Architecture

EXHIBITION

OSLO ARCHITECTURE TRIENNALE 2022: COMING INTO COMMUNITY 23.09.2022 – 29.01.2023

This autumn, the museum will be transformed into a queer and playful place. Welcome to an installation and exhibition that explores both community and exclusion! What kind of significance does community have in queer circles? How have ideas about community influenced architecture and urban development? What makes us feel safe in a space? Can architecture help create relationships with others?

The Oslo Architecture Triennale is the largest architecture festival in the Nordic region, first held in 2000. In 2022, the festival will focus on the neighbourhood as a community. When the exhibition opens, you will also experience an interactive installation that offers a journey into the Swedish art and architecture collective MYCKET's universe.

MUSEUM SHOP

Explore literature as well as design products in our museum shop.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue–Sun 10-18 Closed 23.12 – 25.12, 31.12

Admission:

A: 60,- / C: 0,- / S: 40,- / P: 40,Oslo Pass free

CONTACT

Bankplassen 3. Tel: 21 98 20 00

For updates: www.nasjonalmuseet.no/en/

NASJONALMUSEET

The National

Museum

On 11 June 2022, the largest art museum in the Nordic countries opened in Oslo. Here you can experience older and modern art, contemporary art, architecture and design all under one roof and in completely new ways.

EXHIBITION

LAURE PROUVOST. ABOVE FRONT TEARS OUI FLOAT 05.11.22 – 12.02.23

GRAYSON PERRY. FITTING IN AND STANDING OUT 11.11.22 – 26.03.23

EAST OF THE SUN AND WEST OF THE MOON 11.06.22 – 31.12.22

PIRANESI AND THE MODERN AGE 09.09.22 – 08.01.23

THE COLLECTION

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

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–Sun 10–21 Closed 23.12 – 25.12, 31.12

Admission: A: 180,-/ 18-25 years: 110 / C: 0,67 years + : 110,-. Oslo Pass free

CONTACT

Brynjulf Bulls Plass 3, 0250 Oslo. www.nasjonalmuseet.no/en/

THE STATION MASTER’S HOUSE Museum Shop and Bollebar The National Museum

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.

HOURS Tue-Sun 10-21

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.

HOURS

Mon–Fri 07.30–18, Sat, Sun 10–17

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 listing 8 & 10: Ina Wesenberg / Nasjonalmuseet

NOBELS FREDSSENTER

The Nobel Peace Center

NOBEL PEACE PRIZE EXHIBITION

Celebrating the latest Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

THE WILL TO CHANGE THE WORLD

Visit the inspiring exhibition about Alfred Nobel and the history of the Peace Prize!

NANSEN – COMPASSION IN ACTION

Learn about the polar explorer, scientist, diplomat and humanitarian Fridtjof Nansen, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1922

PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS

Find peace and quiet in the «Nobel Field», and see a real Nobel Peace Prize medal in the magical «Medal Chamber».

MUSEUM SHOP

Originality, sustainability and fair trade characterize the selection in our Nobel Shop - our products have a story to tell.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Sun 11-17. Visit nobelpeacecenter.org for tickets, events and guided tours. Free entrance with Oslo Pass.

CONTACT

Rådhusplassen/City Hall Square Tel: +47 48 30 10 00

Photo: Kim R. Grønneberg / Nobel Peace Center

NORDISK BIBELMUSEUM

The Nordic Bible Museum

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 – 30.11.22.

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

THE VIKING PLANET

The first Digital Viking Museum in the world

Try our VR Game

Now with 3D objects from The Museum of the Viking Age

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. Here you can 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: Viking Timeline and Viking Wars

HOURS AND PRICES: Check our website thevikingplanet.com for opening hours.

Adults: 229,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

ARBEIDERMUSEET Labour Museum

Welcome to a museum set in historical industrial surroundings at Sagene and get to know the story of the industrial revolution in Norway.

EXHIBITIONS

FACTORY GIRLS AND INDUSTRIAL PIONEERS

The industrial revolution in Norway took place by the river Akerselva from the mid-1840s. At Sagene and in Nydalen, Norway’s first textile factories were established. The exhibition aims to convey this story through the people who worked at these factories, lived in the area and experienced the industrial revolution themselves. Free audio guide in English.

CAFÉ & MUSEUM SHOP

The museum shop offers a selection of local literature and gifts. Enjoy coffee and waffles at Hønse-Lovisas hus across the river from The Labour Museum.

HOURS AND PRICES

Sat-Sun 11-16

Admission: Free entrance

CONTACT Sagveien 28 facebook.com/Arbeidermuseet/ Tel: +47 23 28 41 70 E-mail: post@oslomuseum.no www.oslomuseum.no

Photo: Rune Thorstein / Oslo Museum

POPSENTERET Museum and Experience Center of popular music

INTERKULTURELT MUSEUM

Intercultural 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 children and young people.

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

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Fri 10-16 Sat-Sun 11-17 Mon closed Free admission with Oslo Pass

CONTACT

Trondheimsveien 2 Tlf: 22 46 80 20 E-mail: kontakt@popsenteret.no www.popsenteret.no

Located at Grønland, close to Oslo Central Station, Intercultural Museum explores Norway’s immigration history and cultural changes in Norwegian society.

EXHIBITION TYPICAL

Do you feel the need to categorize? You’re not the only one. What is prejudice and how are prejudices constructed? “Typical” invites you to reflect on the difference between important matters as racism, xenophobia and bias in everyday life. We ask: Are prejudices dangerous, and is it possible to change them?

HEARTBEAT

An exhibition about love, passion and marriage in the diverse city of Oslo. Why does almost 50 percent of the population in Oslo live alone? How do people meet and establish relations nowadays?

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Sun 11-16 Admission: Free entrance

CONTACT

Tøynbekken 5 Tel: +47 22 05 28 30 www.oslomuseum.no facebook.com/Interkultureltmuseum Instagram: @interkultureltmuseum

Photo: Fredrik Birkelund / Oslo Museum

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Naturhistorisk museum

NATURALLY INCREDIBLE

This is where you find dinosaurs and other fossils, crystals, rocks, meteorites, taxidermy animals and other highlights from our collections. Visit our grand new geological exhibitions covering 2300 square meters over four floors. 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

Photo: Lars Petter Pettersen

BARNEKUNSTMUSEET

The International Museum of Children´s Art

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 4.12: Tue-Thu 09.30-14 Sat-Sun 11-16 Closed from 5.12

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

BYMUSEET

Museum of Oslo

Exhibitions of the City’s history. The museum is located in the beautiful old building of Frogner Manor House inside the Vigeland Park.

EXHIBITIONS

YOUR BREATH, YOUR VOICE

This exhibition takes us back to the demonstration “We can’t breathe –justice for George Floyd” in Oslo in 2020.

CLOSE(T)

Voices from the underground and the liberation movement in queer art history.

CITYSCAPES – CAPTURING OSLO

Experience the city through the eyes of artists.

OSLOVE - THE STORY OF OSLO Historical highlights of the city. EVERYDAY LIFE DURING WORLD WAR II How did the Second World War affect people daily life?

CAFÉ & MUSEUM SHOP

The museum shop offers a selection of local literature and Nordic design. Kafé Mathia offers hot and cold dishes.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Sun 11-16

Admission: A: 100,- / C (0-18): Free / S: 60,- / P 80,Free entrance every Saturday

CONTACT

Frognerveien 67 Tel: +47 23 28 41 70 www.oslomuseum.no facebook.com/bymuseetOslo Instagram: @bymuseet

VIGELANDMUSEET The Vigeland Museum

The Vigeland Museum is a sculpture museum located next to The Vigeland Park. The museum is Gustav Vigeland’s (1869-1943) former studio and residence. Today, the museum shows a permanent exhibition presenting Vigeland's art, and temporary exhibitions with threedimensional art.

TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS

HANNE FRIIS CIRCULATION 21.10.22 – 22.01.23

In the exhibition Circulation, Hanne Friis shows a series of newly produced works that relate both visually and thematically to Gustav Vigeland and the Vigeland Museum. The works in the exhibition are made in various plastic qualities such as latex, skai and vinyl; from white to black, glossy to matt, transparent, colour-intensive and metallic. The materials and colours are played against Vigeland's sculptures as they approach bronze, plaster and stone.

HOURS AND PRICES

Tue-Sun 12-16

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

Photo: Ivar Kvaal / Vigelandmuseet.

TEKNISK MUSEUM

The Norwegian museum of Science and Technology

Voted Oslo’s best experience for children 2021.

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.

NEW PERMANENT EXHIBITION

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

See website for opening hours.

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/Lars Opstad

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 and Ski Museum.

From 1.November the Ski Museum will be closed due to a renovation and will not open again before December 2023. The jump tower will be open for visitors.

On the top of the jump tower you can enjoy spectacular views of Oslo and the surrounding areas.

HOURS AND PRICES: 10-16

Admission: A:140,-/ C: 70,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

Photo: Andreas Bache-Wiig

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

VILLA STENERSEN

Villa Stenersen was designed from 1937 to 1939 by the architect Arne Korsmo for the financier and art collector Rolf E. Stenersen.

The house has been listed as a heritage building by the Directorate for Cultural Heritage, and refurbishments are gradually being carried out to restore the building to its original colours and materials.

HOURS AND PRICES

Temporarily closed for refurbishments.

WHERE?

Tuengen allé 10C Metro: Line 2 or 3 (westbound to Østerås or Kolsås) from the city centre to Borgen station

For more information: www.nasjonalmuseet.no

Photo: Annar Bjørgli / Nasjonalmuseet

THE FRAM MUSEUM Frammuseet

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.

HOURS AND PRICES

Open every day: 10-17 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

Photo: Marcus Thomassen

THE KON-TIKI MUSEUM

Kon-tiki museet

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

Open every day 10-17 24.12 and 25.12 we close at 16. 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

NORWEGIAN

MARITIME MUSEUM

Norsk Maritimt Museum

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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!

BY SEA

In the new restored Boat hall, you can now see our collection of traditional open boats and a shipwreck.

NEW! VIKING AGE BOAT BUILDER

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

J.H. LINGE

100th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

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

Seafaring from the Viking era until today.

FOR KIDS

Explore the Ocean Voyages with the Chief and Sally Jones. Fjord cafe and museum shop.

HOURS AND PRICES

Every day 10-17. Opening hours may change – see our web site.

Admission: A:140,- / C(6-15): 50,- / S:50,P: 100,- / F: 300,- / Group (10p+) 90,Free with Oslo Pass. Joint tickets with Fram and Kon-Tiki are available

CONTACT

Bygdøynesveien 37. Bus 30 to Bygdøy Tel: +47 24 11 41 50 www.marmuseum.no

OPEN-AIR MUSEUM

Historical wooden farmhouses and townhouses 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.

ACTIVITIES

Open guided tours on selected weekdays. See dates on website. Weekends Visit the open houses and the baking. Hear fairy tales or try forging and whittling.

THE CHRISTMAS FAIR December 3, 4, 10 and 11 Experience Norwegian Christmas traditions and celebrations in the decorated historical houses. Enjoy concerts, folk dance, and a large variety of family-friendly activities. Sale stands throughout the OpenAir Museum offer quality handicraft and traditional Norwegian food. See Boxing Week program on website.

HOURS AND PRICES

Mon–Sun 11–16. Closed 24.12 and 25.12

Admission: A:180,- / C: 0,- / S:100,- P: 140,Free with Oslo Pass. Cafes and large museum shop.

CONTACT

Museumsveien 10, Bus 30 to Bygdøy www.norskfolkemuseum.no

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

The opening exhibition in our new annex MINO is entitled "In/visible: Everyday racism in Norway". For more information and opening hours, see hlsenteret.no

Kafé Villa Grande Tue-Sun 11-16

HOURS AND PRICES

Open every day 10-16

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

SIGHTSEEING

Photo: Maximilian Martin

FJORD CRUISE Trollcruise

OSLOFJORD SIGHTSEEING CRUISES ALL YEAR

WONDERFUL MARITIME EXPERIENCES ON ZERO EMISSION

VESSELS.

2-hour Oslofjord sightseeing with highlights along the way: Akershus fortress, the Opera House, the new Munch Museum, passing islands with colorful summer houses, old light houses, Fram museum with its iconic triangular buildings, fjord saunas, a view to the Holmenkollen ski-jump and surrounding hills. Enjoy the Oslofjord while you take fantastic photos with a 360 degree panoramic view. Boat has an outdoor deck – here you can take in the fresh and cool air or stay warm in the comfortable indoor with the modern climate system. The cruise-trolley has refreshments and snacks for sale. One stop is made on Bygdøy “the museum island” here you can disembark for a visit to the museum. Regular bus takes you back to the city center at own cost. At the end of this tour we bring you to the starting/departure point. This is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience, whether you are alone, a couple or with friends or family.

Meeting point by City Hall Pier no 4. Rådhusbrygge 4.

CONTACT

Tickets, booking: www.trollcruise.no Mail: booking@trollcruise.no Tel: +47 23 35 55 10

WINTER FJORD SIGHTSEEING

Båtservice

Sightseeing AS

FJORD SIGHTSEEING VIA THE MUSEUMS

At City Hall pier 3 you find our traditional sightseeing boats and sail schooners. These boats have been taking tourists on the Oslo fjord since 1946.

The 2 hour Fjord Sightseeing has 2 departures every Saturday, Sunday and Monday in winter.

Food and drinks sold on board. On the return to the city, we stop at the Museums at Bygdøy at 12.15 and 14.45 Guests taking the first cruise, can go off at 12.15 and visit the 4 different museums for 2 hours and 30 minutes, before taking the next boat back at 14.45 Tickets to the museums are not included, but we sell Oslo Pass, which gives free admission to the museums, and 15 % discount on the boat ticket.

See our video at youtube, search for: Oslo Winter Fjord Sightseeing Welcome to a real polar experience !

HOURS AND PRICES

2 hours

October 3 to March 27 10.30 and 13.00 Saturday, Sunday, Monday Christmas / New year: Every day from December 26 to January 9 Not sailing December 24 and 25 NOK 390

CONTACT

Tickets: Our ticket kiosk at City Hall pier 3 or buy at www.nyc.no Mail: booking@nyc.no Tel. +47 23 35 68 90

Skogstua

Svartkulp

Kringsjå

Elverhøi

Thon

Engelsrud NORDRE GRAVLUND

Radisson Blu Hotel Nydalen

GREFSEN KIRKEGÅRD

Grefsen

Handelshøgskolen BI

Det medisinske fakultet

Sognsvann Båntjern Iladalen

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