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EXPERIENCE NORWEGIAN CULTURE Homes & history. Medieval Stave Church. Christmas Fair 30.11 1.12 7.12 8.12 Traditions, atmosphere and entertainment.
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EXCELLENT, WINTER IS HERE! Welcome to What’s On Oslo in November and December, icy winter months that end with warm celebrations of Christmas and the new year ahead. November and December are part of the high season for indoor cultural events, with the cultural calendar of Oslo filled to the brim with great activities. This is the perfect time to explore some of the countless events and exhibitions that Oslo has on offer, in between chilly-butfresh walks around town. This issue’s Highlights feature is a great start, with previews of two inspiring Christmas concerts. In addition our huge Event Calendar guide to concerts, family activities and much more, official Museum List with a detailed overview of Oslo’s fantastic exhibitions, and handy guides to restaurants, nightlife and shopping, mean you don’t need to have a dull indoor moment. Of course December isn’t just any month. For countless people it is the month of holidays, family, Christmas
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markets and non-stop coziness. Whether you celebrate Christmas as a Christian holiday, as simply a treasured tradition, or don’t celebrate at all, there is something special about December. It’s not just Christmas, which means holidays, and for many kids Santa Claus, packets under the Christmas tree, and general wonderment. This is also the final month of the year, rounded off in Oslo with a bang, or rather many bangs, as fireworks celebrate the coming year. In keeping with the Christmas spirit we have therefore put together a detailed guide to two of our favourite activities this time of year: Christmas markets and concerts! After all, not much can beat browsing stalls with traditional handicrafts while sipping on some mulled wine (Norwegian: gløgg), as a choir sings traditional Christmas songs in the background and the kids are kept occupied riding a horse and cart.
Enjoy! Team What’s On Oslo
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HIGHLIGHTS CHRISTMAS CONCERT: HILDE LOUISE ORCHESTRA Christmas concert with jazz artist Hilde Louise Asbjørnsen. On the programme are known and lesser known Christmas classics - mostly from America, but also some from Norwegian Christmas traditions.
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Christmas Concert with Hilde Louise at Victoria Dec 13
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CHRISTMAS CONCERT OSLO FAGOTTKOR Oslo Fagottkor is a gay choir formed in 2003. Their annual Christmas concert is a beloved Christmas tradition for many. Where: Folketeatret, Storgata 21-23 Website: www.folketeateret.no
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EVENT CALENDAR The following pages present selected highlights from Oslo’s event calendar: Dance performanÂces, concerts, opera, stand-up, and more. For more events, go to: www.visitoslo.com
Grammy-winning artist Judith Hill performs at Cosmopolite Nov 8
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CONCERTS NOV 1
P.O.D. / ALIEN ANT FARM / DEAD GIRLS ACADEMY
Concert with nu-metal bands P.O.D and Alien Ant Farm! P.O.D. has released more than ten albums, selling more than 12 million copies. The band has also been nominated for the Grammys three times. Alien Ant Farm has also been in the game for a long time. The band has released five studio albums which has sold more than five million copies world-wide. Location: Rockefeller, Torggata 16 More details: www.rockefeller.no
1 NOV, 20:00
BOMBINO
Photo: Bilge Oner
It is no exaggeration to say that Omara “Bombino� Moctar, ranks among the most important guitarists in the world today. On the contrary - the influence from the desert blues of Bombino, along with the Tuareg legends in Tinariwen, is rapidly expanding in todays guitar based music. His style - lightning quick, elastic and deeply musical - is simply too infectious not to borrow from. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
2 NOV, 20:00
TINARIWEN
In spite of the fact that Tinariwen has only played at Oslo World once before, it is still a band that feels deeply connected to the spirit of the festival. That has obviously something to do with the rich musical heritage they represent, and the way they have been at the vanguard of the desert blues genre, making meetings between tuareg and rock music a well known part of the musical landscape. Their international breakthrough, which occurred about twenty years ago, changed modern rock music, its vocabulary and sound. Location: Cosmopolite More details: www.cosmopolite.no
2 NOV, 20:00
TURBONEGRO
The legendary Norwegian rock band Turbonegro held its first concert 30 years ago. The band did not follow conventional ways to fame in the years following their debut, but through following mystic detours, touring the world and releasing multiple albums, the band is now standing on a rock solid foundation as one of the biggest, most important Norwegian rock bands. With an inexhaustible repertoire of antagonistic, and seemingly incompatible properties, Turbonegro has been an important part of the times. Throughout their career they have stayed true to themselves, and reprocessed their own sound as a consequence of that fact. This concert is a part of the yearly Turbojugend festival Oslo Bloodbath. Location: Rockefeller, Torggata 16 More details: www.rockefeller.no
3 NOV, 19:00
MAGMA
Magma arrives at Cosmopolite on November 3 - a date that all Norwegian prog and art rock fans may notice first. The band has its own cosmology and a unique vision of humanity's spiritual and ecological future. From the very beginning, Magma has been through original bands, where Christian Vander even invented his own language for the songs. The music is beautiful, dynamic, mysterious and pompous about each other, full of strong moods and hypnotic layers of themes. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
3 NOV, 19:30
MELISSA HORN
Swedish singer/songwriter Melissa Horn will embark on a solo tour this autumn. Location: Oslo Konserthus, Munkedamsveien 14 More details: www.oslokonserthus.no
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Singer Heather Nova performs at Parkteatret Nov 4
4 NOV, 19:00
7 NOV, 20:00
It has been 25 years since Heather Nova released her break through record Oyster. Now a new album is right around the corner, an album that threatens to overshadow Oyster completely as the fans all-time favourite. Pearl comes out in May. Nova has released ten studio albums total, all praised by critics. She has played the biggest European festivals, in addition to intimate and acoustic shows in churches and opera houses. Her music has been used in big TV-shows and Hollywood movies. The new album contains love songs full of passion and a renewed joy of life, but also songs about her recent divorce. Location: Parkteatret, Olaf Ryes plass 11 More details: www.parkteatret.no
Introducing one of the greatest jazz singers of our time - who repeatedly seduces the audience with their spectacular performances! It is for good reason that we are once again inviting Stacey Kent back to Cosmopolite - every time we have a fantastic concert experience, and the Oslo audience loves her! Kent is one of the greatest jazz singers of our time and will present new repertoire as well as old favorites. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
HEATHER NOVA
5 NOV, 19:00
CHARLI XCX
Charli, who was born Charlotte Aitchison, already has an amazing career, despite of her young age. She is one of the most sought after songwriters of our time, and she has already won a number of prestigious prices. Location: Sentrum Scene, Arbeidersamfunnets plass 1 More details: www.rockefeller.no
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STACEY KENT
8 NOV, 20:00
BEYOND THE BLACK
Don’t miss out on Beyond The Black’s first ever headlining show in Norway. Beyond The Black was founded in Mannheim, Germany in 2014 by vocalist Jennifer Haben. Their debut album Songs of Love and Death was released the following year. The German metal band has released two more albums, the last one being Heart of the Hurricane, which came out in the autumn of 2018. Location: John DEE, Torggata 16, entr. Hammersborggata More details: www.rockefeller.no
8 NOV, 21:00
JUDITH HILL
GRAMMY-winning multi-instrumentalist Judith Hill quickly became famous for her important performance in the Oscarwinning documentary '20 Feet from Stardom 'and her participation in The Voice. Rolling Stone Magazine praised her in the clouds for her “stellar powerhouse vocals”, and Prince loved her so much he produced her debut album 'Back in Time' in 2015. In addition, she has made a great career of singing with famous stars such as Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. Judith Hill's talent for music comes from a very musical family, with her father and saxophonist Robert 'Pee Wee' Hill and her mother and pianist Michiko Hill. Both are well-known funk and jazz musicians in LA and have been playing together since the 70s. Now they groove to new heights with their daughter on tour. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
9 NOV, 20:00
TRUCKFIGHTERS
The Swedish stoner rock band Truckfighters sound has been described as classic «desert rock», similar to Dozer, Fu Manchu and Kyuss. Heavy stoner rock/ metal mixes with psychedelic, lengthy and atmospheric sections. After a break, the band is coming to Blå concert venue to the delight of Oslo fans. Location: Blå, Brenneriveien 9 C More details: www.blaaoslo.no
10 NOV, 19:00
DEATHPROD
Deathprod (aka Helge Sten) is one of Norway’s recognized international musicians. He is often referred to as a noise artist, and makes music in the crossing between jazz, contemporary, electronic and rock music. Since 1991 the artist has published three albums. The fourth one is coming out this October, and will be his first release in 15 years. Helge Sten is also a member of the group Supersilent, and as a music producer, he has produced albums with Motorpsycho, Susanna and Jenny Hval. He has also collaborated with Biosphere. Location: Den Norske Opera & Ballett, Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 More details: www.operaen.no
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JUDITH HILL
Photo: Aurelien Guichard / Flickr.com
FRI 8. NOV
21:00
MACO PARKER
WED 20. NOV
20:00
THE ALAN HARRIS BAND
FRI 6. DEC
20:00
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Norwegian singer Moddi performs at Rockefeller Nov 15
11 NOV, 19:00
16 NOV, 20:00
The Scottish indie band The Twilight Sad returns to Norway. The band describes its own music as "folk, with layers of noise", and Leonard Cohen, Daniel Johnston and Phil Spector figure among the sources of inspiration. Location: Vulkan Arena, Maridalsveien 13B More details: www.vulkanarena.no
The man with the characteristic blonde hair is back again. Pål Moddi Knutsen is a versatile singer/songwriter from Northern Norway, with classic hits like House by the Sea, Togsang and covers of old, oncecensored songs from the North of Norway. His latest album is Like in 1968. Some songs are in Norwegian. Location: Rockefeller, Torggata 16 More details: www.rockefeller.no
THE TWILIGHT SAD
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15 NOV, 20:00
NOV 19-20
MAYKEL BLANCO Y SU SALSA MAYO
The orchestra is celebrating its 15th anniversary and will bring the superstar Mayito Rivera on it's tour. Band leader Blanco is the youngest musician who has ever led a Cuban big band. The concert is a collaboration between Cosmopolite, SalsaNor and Pacha Productions. SalsaNor is Norway's oldest organization for promotion of Latin American and Afro-Caribbean music and dance. The anniversary is marked by inviting you to a concert experience that will scare away the fall with its Caribbean energy on. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
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JVCK JAMES
20 year old Jvck James from East London has made a lot of buzz about his music, which is a mix of r’n’b and ‘90s pop. His music might remind you of the big artists Khalid and Frank Ocean. Educated at ELAM, young Jvck has laid a solid foundation for what is shaping up to be a promising and exiting career After selling out his debut concert in London in 2018, he got picked up as support to Chronixx at their London-concert just months afterwards. Then he was brought in as support for the r’n’b queen Ellia Mai, on her UK and Europe tour. Location: Jaeger, Grensen 9 More details: www.jaegeroslo.no
Saxophone legend Maco Parker performs at Cosmopolite Nov 20
20 NOV, 20:00
24 NOV, 19:00
It's all about soul, funk and love saxophone legend known from many of James Brown's success albums comes to Cosmopolite! Love is the red thread through Maceo Parker's latest studio album, Maceo Parker is one of the great American musicians in jazz, funk and soul. He is now 76, and still plays well-received concerts across the globe. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
Devin Townsend has been influenced by hard rock, progressive metal, ambient and new age, but metal is always at the base of his music. One of the most prominent characteristics of his music is a "wall of sound" production, which has been compared to both Phil Spector and Frank Zappa. He has released several solo albums and fans await the release of his latest album, Empath in March. Location: Sentrum Scene, Arbeidersamfunnets plass 1 More details: www.rockefeller.no
MACO PARKER
21 NOV, 20:00
MIKE STERN / JEFF LORBER FUSION BAND FEATURING DENNIS CHAMBERS & JIMMY HASLIP
Mike Stern is one of the world's most respected guitarists. The guitarist comes to Cosmopolite with a bit of a stellar team. In addition to Mike Stern himself on electric guitar, we hear these musicians: Jeff Lorber (piano), Jimmy Haslip (electric bass) and Dennis Chambers (drums). Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
DEVIN TOWNSEND
25 NOV, 19:00
QUEENSRŸCHE
QueensrĂżche have never been a band to rest on their laurels. In a career set against the new millennium's backdrop of cultural chaos, they've remained a constant; musically innovative and lyrically thought-provoking. One of rock's most respected names who have weathered the storm and emerged in 2019 with The Verdict. Location: Vulkan Arena, Maridalsveien 13B More details: www.vulkanarena.no
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Metal band Rotting Christ performs at Parkteatret Dec 4
28 NOV, 20:00
THE STEVE HILLAGE BAND + GONG
Don’t miss out this exclusive double concert in celebration of GONG’s official 50th anniversary! The visionary Steve Hillage has always broken barriers to make his own contribution to the music. After playing in bands with Canterbury legend Kevin Ayers, Steve moved on to the avant-garde world and GONG. Gong will run a separate set including music from their latest album. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
NOV 29-30
THE COCKTAIL SLIPPERS
Cocktail Slippers visit Herr Nilsen with cool garage pop rock, swell harmonies and catchy choruses. As a rock'n'roll update of 60s favourites The Shirelles and The Ronettes, the girls in Cocktail Slippers sling out great pop tunes with catchy choruses and an cheeky attitude. Location: Herr Nilsen, Hambros plass 5 More details: www.herrnilsen.no
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2 DEC, 19:30
BJÖRK
Innovative artist Björk is taking her critically acclaimed tour Cornucopia to Oslo. The visionary artist released her debut album in 1993. Rather than going in the same direction as previously, she immersed herself in the club music genre and was the first artist to give it a face and a voice. Location: Oslo Spektrum, Sonja Henies plass 2 More details: www.oslospektrum.no
4 DEC, 19:00
MOONSPELL / ROTTING CHRIST
After more than 25 years and 13 studio albums, Portugese Moonspell have established themselves as true pioneers of goth- and folk metal. Rotting Christ are one of the most influential metal bands out of Greece. Their sound has shifted over the years, from grindcore to black metal to dark goth metal, with hints of folk thrown in. Location: Parkteatret, Olaf Ryes plass 11 More details: www.parkteatret.no
Jazz singers The Allan Harris Band perform at Cosmopolite Dec 6
GIRL IN RED
19-year-old girl in red is guaranteed a fantastic 2019, after winning accolades and awards, and having "I wanna be your girlfriend on the New York Times’ list of best songs of 2018. girl in red is all about creating exceptionally catchy pop music with flashes of dreamy indie and lo-fi. Location: Parkteatret, Olaf Ryes plass 11 More details: www.parkteatret.no
6 DEC, 20:00
THE ALLAN HARRIS BAND
One of New York's greatest jazz singers is coming to Cosmopolite for the third time! In the same breath as Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole, Allan Harris is referred to as one of the great American voices in jazz. CNN's Showbiz Today calls Harris "one of the three best male jazz vocalists in the country". In addition, Harris is an excellent songwriter and guitarist, moving between genres such as jazz, blues and rock. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
DEC 7
PÅ STENGRUNN II – PÅ GJENSYN! På Stengrunn has been the name of a group that recorded the album På Stengrunn – music for Rudolf Nilsen’s lyrics – in 1973. The LP sold for silver in three years. The original group - Lillebjørn Nilsen, Jon Arne Corell, Lars Klevstrand, Kari Svendsen, Steinar Ofsdal and Carl Morten Iversen - have held countless concerts since then, have been particularly active for the last 10-15 years and have given well-attended concerts throughout the country. , in the last year also with Pål Moddi Knutsen instead of Nilsen who has withdrawn from the project. The group is now recording a sequel – På Gjensyn, with a selection of Rudolf Nilsen poems that have not previously been composed. The group's members have written new music and their own arrangements and will perform these new songs at concerts later this year and in 2020. Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
Photo: Joerg Wiesner
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MADRUGADA
Madrugada is truly giants within Norwegian rock. They played two sold out shows at Oslo Spektrum in the beginning of the year, and wants to end the year in a similar way, buy playing a show at Sentrum Scene. Location: Sentrum Scene, Arbeidersamfunnets plass 1 More details: www.rockefeller.no
13 DEC, 20:00
CHRISTMAS ACTUALLY
Oslo’s most popular Christmas concert! After several years of sold out concerts at the Victoria Najsonale Jazzscene, this Christmas tradition is moved to a larger stage. The Christmas concert "Christmas Actually" has become a permanent spring Christmas tradition for the Oslo public. Join us on this evening where Bjørvika Business Band combines three of our favorite themes; Christmas, "Love Actually" and big band! A 20 man on fire band, vocalists and choruses promise to give you a preChristmas atmosphere and a party night you won't forget! Bjørvika Business Band welcomes the audience to a touching, atmospheric and not least epic party evening of a Christmas Eve. Bring your handkerchief and dance shoes! Location: Cosmopolite, Vogts gate 64 More details: www.cosmopolite.no
17 DEC, 20:00
YCEE
Nigerian Afro-pop sensation Ycee is finally coming to Norway! He got his breakthrough in 2015 with the single Condo, and has continued to spit out hits since then. The biggest one so far is Juice which featured Maleek Berry, and has over 40 million views on YouTube. Ycee has been nominated for Relevation of the Year at the 2015 MTV Africa Music Awards, and Best Artist in African Pop at All Africa Music Award the same year. Location: John DEE, Torggata 16, entr. Hammersborggata More details: www.rockefeller.no
18 DEC, 18:30
ELUVEITIE / LACUNA COIL
Eluveitie have not only returned, they’ve been reborn. The folk metal band from the Alps of Switzerland are stronger than ever, and can’t wait to show it at Vulkan Arena 18 December. Italian metal band Lacuna Coil is known for its dark, melodious, and gothic metal. The band's signature sound is the mix of the growling vocals of Andrea Ferros and the clean vocals of Christina Scabbias. Support: Infected Rain. Location: Vulkan Arena, Maridalsveien 13B More details: www.vulkanarena.no
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Photo: Knut Aasterud
Norwegian band Madrugada perform at Sentrum Scene in December
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Photo: Marie Planeille
FESTIVALS
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OCT 29 – NOV 3
OSLO WORLD
Tinariwen performs at Oslo World at Cosmopolite Scene Nov 2
Oslo World (prev. Oslo World Music Festival) is one of Europe's leading world music festivals, and gives you the opportunity to hear fantastic voices from all corners of the world. The programme also includes meetings with designers, architects and actors. Tickets for individual concerts, day passes and festival passes will be available at ticketmaster. no. For more information about the 2019 programme and artists, visit the festival's website. Location: Oslo More details: www.osloworld.no
NOV 7-17
FILMS FROM THE SOUTH FESTIVAL
Oslo's largest film festival presents the best films from Asia, Africa and Latin America. More than 25,000 people usually visit the annual festival, during which you may choose between a total of 250 screenings of more than films from around 35 countries. Through good movie experiences, seminars, international guests and events throughout the year, Films from the South is an important arena for cultural exchange and an essential part of of Oslo's cultural life and the Norwegian film industry. Location: Oslo More details: www.filmfrasor.no
NOV 8-10
BRAHMS IN 123
Brahms in 123 is the continuation of a yearly festival series by EngegĂĽrd quartet, where they focus on the work of a selected composer. This year the festival will take place from 8-10 November at Nynorskens Hus and the Opera House. This is the fourth year the festival takes place. The full festival ticket includes entrance to all the concerts at Nynorskens hus, and gives a 20% discount on concerts affiliated with the festival at the Opera House. It is also possible to buy one-day festival passes. Location: Rosenkrantz' gate 8 More details: www.brahms123.no
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Photo: Ă˜ystein Thorvaldsen
Opera Hansel and Gretel plays at Operaen in Nov and Dec
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FAMILY NOV 1-21
9 NOV, 12:30
As part of the 2019 Oslo European Green Capital celebrations, the Nobel Peace Centre puts on an exhibition about climate and environment in the spirit of Alfred Nobel. KlimaLab is a vibrant exhibition about the climate, nature and people. It is an interactive experience for children and adults consisting of art installations you can touch, feel and even eat. Klimalab is open to the public, but it is not completed. The Peace Centre wants you to help them complete the exhibition, because climate change concerns us all and it is up to our generation to find a solution together. To stop climate change, we all have to make changes in our own lives. The exhibition challenges you to become a KlimaBoss at home. Can you manage 30 days without meat? Can you plan your holiday without flying or maybe shop a bit smarter? Location: Nobel Peace Centre, Brynjulf Bulls plass 1 More details: www.nobelpeacecenter.org
Performance with the clowns Banana and Boppi Lopp; "It is mine!". What happens when your boyfriend suddenly ends up with someone else? What emotions develop? The clown show "It's Mine!" is about envy, jealousy and selfishness, but also true friendship. The clowns Boppi Lopp and Banana offer a half hour full of excitement and fun. Welcome! Location: The International Museum of Children's Art, Lille Frøens vei 4 More details: www.childrensart.com
KLIMALAB
NOV 1 – DEC 22
CHILDREN'S BOAT WORKSHOP
Build your own boat at the Maritime Museum. Suitable for children between the ages of 3 and 12. Location: Norsk Maritimt Museum, Bygdøynesveien 37 More details: www.marmuseum.no
NOV 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, DEC 7-8, 14-15
GUIDED TOUR OF NRK, MARIENLYST
Guided tours of the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK) at Marienlyst most weekends at 1 pm. The tours are in Norwegian, and are not recommended for children under age nine. Location: NRK Marienlyst, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnsons plass 1 More details: www.nrkaktivum.no
CLOWN SHOW - IT’S MINE!
21 NOV, 18:00
JULIE BERGAN Singer Julie Bergan is doing two performances at Parkteatret this evening; one children and youngsters’ show with no age limit, and one with an 18-year age limit. Bergan is one of the most sought after Norwegian live artists. With her bubbly personality, powerful vocals and amazing ability to perform, she goes above and beyond every time. Location: Parkteatret Scene, Olaf Ryes plass 11 More details: www.parkteatret.no
NOV. 22, 24. DEC. 1, 5, 7, 12, 17, 27, 29, 31
HANSEL AND GRETEL
An operatic thriller for the entire family – if you dare! What are we afraid of? Getting lost? The freak who loves children and entices them with sweets and entertainment? Witches are not what they used to be, but they’re still around – in our darkest fears. Hansel and Gretel are famished. They work for their father, but would rather dance and play. When they go into the forest to find food, they find a candy heaven and a child’s paradise, but also a strange man with a needle... Location: Den Norske Opera & Ballett, Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 More details: www.operaen.no
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The Annual Christmas Fair takes place at Bygdøy in Nov and Dec
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Photo: Morten Brun
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
NOV 1
CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH THE NORWEGIAN RADIO ORCHESTRA (NO.)
Christmas concert with the Norwegian Radio Orchestra, performing music from 40 years of children’s advent calendars on TV. Lyrics in Norwegian. Location: NRK Marienlyst More details: www.nrk.no/kork
NOV 9-10, 23-24, 30, DEC 1
HANDMADE IN NORWAY CHRISTMAS MARKET We promise high-quality handmade products that are locally designed and produced. Come and indulge in Christmas cheer and enjoy the wonderful creative vibe that you only get by meeting artisans and designers face-to-face. Learning about the products from the creator will make the gifts you buy even more special. We strives to help artisans meet their customers and we are passionate about supporting local producers. Location: Oslo More details: www.facebook.com/ events/209627389983177
NOV 16 – DEC 22
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT YOUNGSTORGET The Christmas market at Youngstorget has been a tradition for 10 years. It’s on a sami theme, which means that you can find dried reindeer meat, horn products, sami music, handmade jewelry with sami characteristics, and much more. The best thing about this market is that its practially indoors, so its the perfect place to get the true Norwegian feeling and at the same time warm up on a cold winter’s day. Location: Youngstorget More details: www.julemarkedoslo.no
NOV 16 – DEC 31
CHRISTMAS MARKET IN SPIKERSUPPA – JUL I VINTERLAND Christmas market located right in the middle of Oslo, offering Christmas magic for the whole family. The nicely decorated stalls sell Christmas delicacies and a
varied selection of crafts. You may also enjoy Christmas activities for the whole family, Christmas-themed entertainment and a ride in the market's Ferris wheel. Location: Spikersuppa More details: www.julivinterland.no
29 NOV, 18:00
CHRISTMAS CONCERT (NO.) FAIREST LORD JESUS Christmas concert with artists Rein Alexander and Anita Skorgan, performing classical and known Christmas songs and hymns. Contributing artists are Jon-Willy Rydningen on the piano, Hallgrim Bratberg playing guitar, and Terje Johannesen playing the trumpet. Songs are mainly in Norwegian. Location: Grorud Kirke More details: www.kirken.oslo.no/grorud
30 NOV, 19:30
CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT KAMPEN CHURCH Christmas magic is a musical journey to international Christmas classics and other world class ballads. Four musicians will be performing in this two hour long concert. Location: Kampen Kirke More details: www.kirken.no/kampen
NOV 30, DEC 1, 7-8
THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR The Christmas Fair at the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History is a popular tradition among both tourists and locals. The Christmas market has over 100 old-fashioned stalls where you can purchase homemade crafts, Christmas decorations, cakes and other treats. The museum's cafés are decorated for the holidays and serve coffee, gingerbread cookies and other Norwegian Christmas specialities. In the decorated houses you can see how Norwegians have celebrated Christmas through the years. You can also visit Santa's workshop and enjoy choral music and folk dancing. It is recommended to buy tickets in advance at the museum's website, so as to avoid the queue on site. Location: Norsk Folkemuseum, Museumsveien 10 More details: www.norskfolkemuseum.no
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Christmas concert with Oslo Fagottkor at Folketeatret in December
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9 DEC, 19:30
Oslo Fagottkor is a gay choir formed in 2003. Their annual Christmas concert is a beloved Christmas tradition for many. Location: Folketeatret, Storgata 21-23 More details: www.folketeateret.no
Christmas concert with Kim Rysstad, Beate S. Lech, Maria Solheim and Tord Gustavsen. The artists have selected their favourite psalms to be performed with a handful of musicians. Most lyrics in Norwegian. Location: Kulturkirken Jakob More details: www.jakob.no
CHRISTMAS CONCERT: OSLO FAGOTTKOR
DEC 6
Photo: Jarmo Kapila / Toni Kilpine
CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH THE SOLOIST CHOIR
Every year, the Norwegian Soloist Choir goes on a Christmas tour, starting three weeks before Christmas, and ending in the University Aula. Their Christmas concerts have become a tradition for many, and they tend to perform for sold out venues. Location: Universitetets Aula, Karl Johans gate 47 More details: www.solistkoret.no
DEC 7-8
DESIGNERS' CHRISTMAS MARKET
Christmas market where designers sell their own products: clothes, jewellery, purses, bags, accessories, ceramics, glass, pillows, lamps, small furniture, etc. Location: DogA Norsk Design- og Arkitektursenter, Hausmannsgate 16 More details: www.dejm.no
DEC 8
BAROQUE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The ensemble will perform works by known and lesser known cristmas composers; Alessandro Stradella, Georg Friedrich Händel, Antonio Vivaldi and Johan Sebastian Bach. Location: Sentralen, Øvre Slottsgate 3 More details: www.sentralen.no
DEC 8
FILM CONCERT: LOVE ACTUALLY
Watching Love Actually is a cherished Christmas tradition for many people. This December you can watch the film together with hundreds of other fans in Oslo Konserthus, while a symphony orchestra plays the movie score live on stage. Location: Oslo Konserthus More details: www.oslokonserthus.no
CHURCH CONCERT: CHRISTMAS PSALMS
DEC 11-12
OSLO PHILHARMONIC: BACHS’S CHRISTMAS ORATORIO Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra plays Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, part 1, 2 and 3. Location: Oslo-Filharmonien, Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 More details: www.operaen.no
DEC 12-14
CHRISTMAS CONCERT: PENTHOUSE PLAYBOYS Glitter, happiness and insanity from the top shelf! Penthouse Playboys is an extraordinary cover and show band. Their shows are always filled with glitter, glamour and excitement from start to finish. In addition to this concert being a Christmas show, it’s also a 25-year jubilee performance, which means they’re not holding back on anything and everything can happen! Location: Rockefeller, Torggata 16 More details: www.rockefeller.no
DEC 13
CHRISTMAS WITH NORDIC TENORS
The acclaimed trio Nordic Tenors holds a Christmas concert full of Christmas spirit and warm humour. The concert programme contains everything from traditional Norwegian Christmas songs in new arrangements to American schlagers, interspersed with a few musical Christmas surprises. They are accompanied by pianist Øystein Lund Olafsen. Location: Oslo Konserthus More details: www.oslokonserthus.no
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Photo: Morten Bjerk
Christmas concert with duo Garness at Jakob Dec 14
DEC 13
CHRISTMAS CONCERT HILDE LOUISE ORCHESTRA
Christmas concert with jazz artist Hilde Louise Asbjørnsen. On the programme are Christmas classics - mostly from America, but also some from Norwegian Christmas traditions. Location: Victoria, Nasjonal jazzscene, Karl Johans gate 35 More details: www.nasjonaljazzscene.no
14 DEC, 21:00
CHRISTMAS CONCERT GARNESS
The duo Garness consists of twin sisters Ingelin Reigstad Norheim and Hildegunn Garnes Reigstad. They play guitars, mandolin, autoharp, glockenspiel and percussion. Together with their band, the duo will perform both new and traditional Christmas songs. With them is artist Jonas Alaska. Location: Kulturkirken Jakob More details: www.jakob.no
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DEC 15-19
CHRISTMAS CONCERT MARTIN & HENRIK ENGER HOLM
True to tradition, brothers and tenors Martin and Henrik Enger Holm present a Christmas concert with beautiful and varied Christmas music - and a few surprises. They are accompanied by Stefan Ibsen Zlatanos on the piano. Location: Holmenkollen Kapell, Holmenkollveien 142 More details: www.oslo.kirken.no/ris
DEC 16-17
CHRISTMAS CONCERT PAAL FLAATA
Flaata is known from the band Midnight Choir, and is considered among Norway's best voices. The reportoar is mostly from his album "Christmas Island", seasoned with a few gem froms his musical library. Location: Herr Nilsen, Hambros plass 5 More details: www.herrnilsen.no
Photo: Ketil Hardy
Christmas concert with Paal Flaata at Herr Nilsen Dec 16–17
DEC 18-20
19 DEC, 21:00
The Oslo Philharmonic's Christmas concerts convey tradition, great expectations and first-rate musical experiences. Oslo's most popular holiday concerts are an integral part of many people's Christmas rituals. The programme offers a splendid assortment of both Norwegian and other Nordic music. Location: Oslo-Filharmonien, Munkedamsveien 14 More details: www.oslokonserthus.no
Christmas show with the Norwegian singer Silya Nymoen. Lyrics in Norwegian. Location: Chat Noir, Klingenberggata 5 More details: www.chatnoir.no
OSLO PHILHARMONIC'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT
18 DEC, 21:30
CHRISTMAS CONCERT: JULENATT
Christmas concert with artists Jørn Hoel, Lisa Stokke, Emil Solli-Tangen, and Lise Mæland, together with musicians Frøydis Grorud and Trond Lien. Some, if not all, lyrics in Norwegian. Location: Bøler Kirke More details: www.oslo.kirken.no/boler
SILYA AND THE BAD SANTAS
DEC 19-20
TRINE REIN CHRISTMAS SHOW
Concert with the singer Trine Rein. Location: Bøler Kirke More details: www.oslo.kirken.no/boler
DEC 21-22
CHRISTMAS CONCERT SØLVGUTTENE BOYS' CHOIR
The choir will perform well-known and cherished Christmas songs. Location: Oslo Domkirke More details: www.oslodomkirke.no
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THE MUSEUM LIST
Oslo 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 on these pages!
DRONNING SONJA KUNSTSTALL
ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEET 1
Astrup Fearnley Museet is a private contemporary art museum. Beautifully located by the Oslo Fjord in an architect designed building by world renowned Renzo Piano. The museum organizes temporary exhibitions of Norwegian and international contemporary art and houses an important collection of artworks by famous artists like Damien Hirst, Anselm Kiefer and Jeff Koons.
EXHIBITIONS GILBERT & GEORGE – THE GREAT EXHIBITION 13.9.19 – 5.1.20
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
ASTRUP FEARNLEY SAMLINGEN 27.9.19 – 31.12.20
HOURS AND PRICES Tue, Wed, Fri: 12–17, Thu: 12–19 Sat, Sun: 11–17. Mon closed
The Queen Sonja Art Stable
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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.
HOURS AND PRICES Hours: www.royalcourt.no Admission: A: 100,- / C under 12 free
CONTACT
Entrance from Parkveien. www.royalcourt.no Transportation: Bus or tram to Solli plass
Admission: A: 130,- / S: 90,- / C (0-18): free entrance Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT
Strandpromenaden 2 Tel: +47 22936060 E-mail: info@fearnleys.no www.afmuseet.no facebook.com/astrupfearnley Instagram: @astrupfearnley
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AKERSHUS SLOTT Akershus Castle
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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 November: Sat–Sun 12–17 Closed 9.11–10.11 December Sat–Sun 12–17 Closed 9.12–31.12 Admission: A: 100,- / C: 40,- / S: 60,- / P: 50,Free with Oslo Pass and ICOM. Audio guides included in admission
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 AKERSHUS FORTRESS
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 of 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 1716. THE SIEGE
In the year 1716 Akershus fortress was under siege by 'The Lion of the North', king Charles XII of Sweden. Follow the events on a day-to-day basis.
THE PRISONERS AT AKERSHUS – FROM THE MIDDLE AGES TO 1950 Gift shop
HOURS AND PRICES Mon-Fri 10-16 Sat-Sun 11-17 Closed 24.12–1.1 Free admission Tickets for guided tours: A: 100,- / C: 50,- / S: 80,- / F: 230,-
GUIDED TOURS Sat-Sun 13
CONTACT Tel: 23 09 39 17 E-mail: akershusfestning@mil.no www.akershusfestning.no
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FORSVARSMUSEET The Armed Forces Museum
HISTORISK MUSEUM 5
The museum covers Norwegian military history from the Viking era, through the numerous Nordic wars under Danish rule (ca. 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.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITION THE LIBERATION OF EAST FINNMARK – 75 YEARS
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
The museum is situated on the lower grounds of Akershus Fortress. Café 11–15. Mon closed
The Historical Museum
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What did the people of the past think, believe and know? How did they arrange their lives, their belongings and their knowledge? Take a journey to our house of many wonders; Experience some of Norway's most beautiful stave church portals in our medieval exhibition and the World's only Viking helmet in our new Viking Age exhibition. Learn about the Norwegian Stone Age people, explore the Egyptian mummies and get an insight into wonderfully diverse cultures from across the World through our ethnographic exhibitions.
HOURS AND PRICES Tue–Sun 11.00–16.00 Mon closed
Tue–Sun 10–16, Mon closed Open 27.12–29.12 Closed 23.12–26.12 and 30.12–01.01.
Admission: Adult: 100,Child (under 18): Free. Free with Oslo Pass Two museums for the price of one: Use your ticket for free entry at The Viking Ship Museum within 48 hours.
Admission: Free entrance
CONTACT
CONTACT
Frederiks gate 2 E-mail: postmottak@khm.uio.no www.khm.uio.no
Museum shop
HOURS AND PRICES
Tel: 23 09 35 82 E-mail: post.fmu@mil.no www.forsvaretsmuseer.no Facebook.com/forsvarsmuseet Instagram: @forsvarsmuseet
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KREFTFORENINGENS VITENSENTER Cancer Science Centre
NOBELS FREDSSENTER The Nobel Peace Center 7
Explore the incredible frontiers of cancer science and the fascinating mysteries of the human body. Understand how cancer occurs, can be prevented and treated. Our brand new, interactive installations let you repair DNA strands, test your skills as a laparoscopic surgeon or immerse yourself in the game «The Guardians of the Cells» where you help your immune system kill cancer cells. Meet our AV1 robot that helps make everyday life easier for sick children, or test IBM's artificial intelligence computer system Watson which, through advanced algorithms, can find the right cancer diagnosis and suggest a suitable treatment. You can find more information at www.kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret
HOURS AND PRICES Sat-Sun 11–16 For activities during weekdays see kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret. Admission: Free admission.
CONTACT Kongens gate 6 (entrance corner of Rådhusgata) in Oslo city centre. Tel: +47 21494921 E-mail: post@kreftforeningen.no www.kreftforeningen.no/vitensenteret Facebook.com/Kreftforeningen/ Photo: Logic Interactive
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PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS
Find peace and quiet in the Nobel Field, where all the Nobel Peace Prize laureates are presented. Learn more about the laureates and experience the Magical book about Alfred Nobel.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS THE BODY AS A BATTLEFIELD
This year’s Nobel Peace Prize Exhibition is about sexual violence as a weapon of war. It tells the story of Nobel Peace Prize laureates Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad, and the fight to hold the perpetrators of this violence accountable.
5.4.19–21.11.19 KLIMA LAB
A living exhibition about climate change, nature and us.
ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN Museum shop and café
HOURS AND PRICES Tue–Sun 10–18 Closed Dec 10 (except 12:30-14:30 for broadcast of ceremony), 11, 24, 25, 31 Guided tours every Saturday and Sunday at 14:00 pm In English Admission: A: 120,- / C(16): free / S: 80,- / P: 80,Oslo Pass free.
CONTACT Rådhusplassen/City Hall Square Tel: +47 48 30 10 00 www.nobelpeacecenter.org
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Photo: Christina De Middel
NASJONALMUSEET – ARKITEKTUR
The National Museum – Architecture
MELLOMSTASJONEN 9
PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS HOUSING DESIGN
With models, drawings and photographs from the collection, the exhibition offers insights into the history of modern Norwegian housing.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
26.9.19 - 24.11.19 OSLO ARCHITECTURE TRIENNALE: “THE LIBRARY” Oslo Architecture Triennale 2019 responds to an era of climate emergency. The National Museum – Architecture is transformed from a gallery of architecture past and present to a library of architectural futures. The library is richly populated with drawings, models, materials, artefacts, devices, and ideas exploring the architecture of a Degrowth economy.
En route to the new National Museum
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The new National Museum will open in 2020. In the meantime, you can visit the Mellomstasjonen information centre in front of the new museum building and get to know what is set to become the largest art museum in the Nordic countries! Weekly program, see nasjonalmuseet.no Museum shop
HOURS AND PRICES Tue–Fri: 11–17 Sat–Sun: 11–16 Admission: Free
CONTACT Brynjulf Bulls plass 2, www.nasjonalmuseet.no Photo: Annar Bjørgli/Nasjonalmuseet
Weekly program, see nasjonalmuseet.no Museum shop
HOURS AND PRICES
Tue, Wed, Fri: 11–17, Thu: 11–19 Sat, Sun: 12–17 Mon: Closed Closed Dec 23 - Jan 1, except Dec 27-30 12-17 Admission: Free
CONTACT
Bankplassen 3. Tel: 21 98 20 00 www.nasjonalmuseet.no Photo: Annar Bjørgli/Nasjonalmuseet
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NORDISK BIBELMUSEUM
THE VIKING PLANET
The Nordic Bible Museum
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PERMANENT EXHIBITIONS
This museum is the only one of its kind in the Nordic countries and is based on a collection of more than 3,000 Bibles. Among the museum’s most valuable Bibles is an edition of the Swedish Gustav Vasa’s Bible from 1541, an original page from a 15th century Gutenberg Bible, as well as unique handwritten manuscripts dating back to the 13th century. Visitors will also find a miniature Bible collection with the world’s smallest Bible and a King James Version exhibition. At the Medieval printing press visitors can have their very own Bible page printed.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS 28.10.19-31.01.20 THE OLDEST TRAVEL AND POCKET BIBLES – A HISTORICAL JOURNEY The exhibition will show portable Bibles from various eras - the oldest being a well-preserved Vulgate Bible from 1491. Museum shop
HOURS AND PRICES Tue, Wed 12–17, Thu 11–18 Fri, Sat, Sun 11–16 Guided tours in English and Norwegian. Admission: A: 50,- / C under 12 free
CONTACT Nedre Slottsgate 4C Tel: +47 401 05 777 E-mail: post@nobimu.no facebook.com/Nordiskbibelmuseum instagram.com/nordiskbibelmuseum www.nobimu.no
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The first Digital Viking Museum in the world
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Norway’s first interactive entertainment center 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.
HOURS AND PRICES Mon-Sun 10–20 Admission: Adult: 295,-/199,-( winter special) Children under 12 years: 100,Children under 5 years (free admission)
CONTACT Fridtjof Nansens plass 4 Next to city hall E-mail: info@thevikingplanet.com Phone: +47 46942495 www.thevikingplanet.com
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POPSENTERET
Museum and Experience Center of popular music
INTERCULTURAL MUSEUM 13
Interkulturelt Museum
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A must-visit for music fans of all ages. Exhibitions and engaging interactive installations. Discover popular music and culture in a new way. Enjoy music, studios, films, children’s room and much more! You`ll find us in the urban area of Grünerløkka, Oslo.
The museum is centrally located in Oslo, close to Grønland metro station. Exhibitions focus on immigration history and cultural exchange in Norwegian society.
ACTIVITIES EXHIBITION: FUZZ!
IT’S JUST LIKE THEM
«The technology that changes music». Experience the exiting, ongoing and magic story of how the music, the instruments and the sound is influenced by technology. DIY-stations, record a hit in the studios, make CD-cover, download and share. Play real instruments and be a popstar! Guided tours in English Send a mail to kontakt@popsenteret.no if you want an interesting and engaging tour. Visit Café Lille Oslo. Giftshop. Located at Grünerløkka
HOURS AND PRICES Tue, Wed, Fri 10-16, Thu 10-19 Sat-Sun 11-17 Closed Dec 23 - Jan 3 Admission: A:100,- / C:50,- / S:70,- / P:80,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT
Grünerløkka, Trondheimsveien 2. Tram: 11, 12 or 13 to Schous Plass (Tram 17, bus 30 and 31 to Heimdalsgt.) E-mail: kontakt@popsenteret.no www.popsenteret.no
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EXHIBITIONS What are the mechanisms of prejudice? Where do they come from, and who is responsible for our prejudices? Free guided tours: Sat and Sun at 12 and 14
HOURS AND PRICES Tue–Sun: 11–16. Mon closed Closed 16.12–6.1 Admission: Free entrance
CONTACT
Tøyenbekken 5 Tel: +47 22 05 28 30 E-mail: post@oslomuseum.no www.oslomuseum.no facebook.com/interkultureltmuseum Instagram: @interkultureltmuseum Photo: Heidi Furre/Oslo Museum
MUNCHMUSEET Munch Museum
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM 15
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
28.9.19 – MAY 2020 EVERYTHING WE OWN THE ART OF EDVARD MUNCH AND MORE Last opportunity to visit Munchmuseet at its iconic building at Tøyen! In the spring of 2020 Munchmuseet moves to Bjørvika in Oslo City Centre. In our final exhibition we will, for the first time in history, present works from all of our four collections. The exhibition presents famous works by Munch, including The Scream*, Madonna, Vampire and The Kiss. In addition you will discover other gems from artist like Amaldus Nielsen, Harriet Backer, Ludvig Ravensberg, Teddy Røwde, Jakob Weidemann and Johan Berner Jakobsen. The move to Bjørvika involves a major conservation effort. As a part of this exhibition you will be able to observe what is involved in preserving an art collection. *The Scream will be on display until January 5th
HOURS AND PRICES Mon–Sun 10–16
Admission: A: 120,- / C(<19): free / S: 60,Free admission with Oslo Pass.
CONTACT
Tøyengata 53 www.munchmuseet.no
Naturhistorisk museum
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NATURALLY INCREDIBLE The museum includes a large botanical garden demonstrating the beauty and variation of the plant kingdom. Visit the arboretum with Norwegian and exotic trees, the two small but beautiful greenhouses and the thematic gardens such as viking garden and mountain garden.The museum is home to the famous primate fossil “Ida”, and the indoors exhibits display unique fossils, dinosaurs, rocks, meteorites, minerals and stuffed animals from Norway and around the world. The museum shop features souvenirs and gift items with themes from nature.
HOURS AND PRICES Botanical Garden: 7-17 Greenhouses: 10-17 Museum exhibits & museum shop: Tue–Fri: 11–16 Weekends and hollidays 10–17 Closed Mondays and: 24.12, 25.12, 26.12, 31.12 and 1.1. Admission: A: 120,-/C 50,- / S: 50,-/F: 280,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: Guri Dahl
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BARNEKUNSTMUSEET The International Museum of Children´s Art
BYMUSEET 17
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 Sat–Sun 11–16 Tue–Thu 09.30–14 Closed 19.12–13.1
Museum of Oslo
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Exhibitions of the City’s history. The museum is located in the beautiful old building of Frogner Manor House inside the Vigeland Park, approx. 200 metres south of the sculpture park.
EXHIBITIONS OSLOVE - THE STORY OF OSLO
Historical highlights of the city Free Audio Guide in eight languages.
URBAN ANIMALS
Both tame and wild animals are part of Oslo’s history. How have the animals influenced the city and what impact has the city had on the animals?
SEVENTIES
A feel of the 1970´s. Guided tours: Sat and Sun at 13.00 Enjoy hot and cold meals at Café Mathia Museum Shop
Admission: A: 75,- / C: 40,- /S: 40,- P: 40,Free with Oslo Pass
HOURS AND PRICES
CONTACT
Admission: A: 90,- / C (0-18): Free / S: 50,- / P 70,-
Lille frøens vei 4 Tel: +47.22691777 E-mail: mail@childrensart.com www.childrensart.com twitter@barnekunst Instagram: childrensartmuseum Tram: Frøen station
Tue–Sun 11–16. Mon closed Closed 23.12-26.12 and 30.12-6.1
CONTACT Frognerveien 67 Tel: +47 23 28 41 70 www.oslomuseum.no facebook.com/bymuseetOslo Instagram: @bymuseet Photo: Christina Krüger / Oslo Museum
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VIGELAND-MUSEET The Vigeland Museum
TEKNISK MUSEUM 19
In this beautiful museum situated next to the famous Vigeland Park you will find an almost complete collection of the works by Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943). The story behind the Vigeland Park and how the sculptures were made is also well documented in the museum, which was built as studio and home for the artist in the 1920’s.
HOURS AND PRICES
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
Tue-Sun 12-16 Mon closed Closed Dec 24-31.
Admission: A: 120,- / C: 60,- / S: 60,- / P: 60,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT
Nobels gate 32 Tel: +47 23 49 37 00 www.vigeland.museum.no Photo: Carsten Aniksdal
The Norwegian museum of Science and Technology
2025
EXTENSIVE FAMILY ACTIVITY PROGRAM! Visit web for full program. With over 100 interactive installations and 25 historical exhibitions, you will explore and have fun!
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS Go to the moon in Apollo 11 with our MOON LANDING 50TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION. Look into the concept of race in our BSHS Great Exhibitions award-winning FOLK – FROM RACIAL TYPES TO DNA SEQUENCING. Challenge yourself in BLIND SPOT – an exhibition about looking and seeing. Visit GROSSRAUM on forced labor in Norway during WW2. Explore interesting topics on value creation through the ages, the journey of medical history from the 1850s and cars and planes. Enjoy refreshments and delicious food in our café. Museum shop.
HOURS AND PRICES Tue–Fri 9-16, Sat–Sun 11-18. Mon: closed. Christmas Holiday 23.12–30.12: 11-18. Closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, 1.1. Admission: A: 150,- / C: 100,- / S: 100,Family: 450,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT
Kjelsåsveien 143 Tel: 22 79 60 00 www.tekniskmuseum.no Tram 11 and 12, Bus 25 and 54.
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HOLMENKOLLEN SKI MUSEUM AND SKI JUMP
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At the top of Oslo you can visit Holmenkollen National arena, a site where many skihistorical moments have been created. In the heart of the arena trumps Holmenkollen Jump Tower and Ski Museum. The world’s oldest Ski Museum is shot into the mountain underneath the Ski Jump. The exhibits cover the skiing disciplines of jumping, Cross-country and Alpine skiing; there are also exhibits covering important themes such as Norwegian Arctic explorers and the Norwegian Royal family´s passion for Skiing. At the top of the tower you can enjoy the spectacular view of Oslo and the surrounding areas. Check out the newest exhibition “Blåkollen” – a magical universe for the children.
HOURS AND PRICES
HOLMENKOLLEN SKI SIMULATOR
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New 2017 Skisimulator 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”.
Mon–Sun 10-16 24.12 and 31.12: 10-14
HOURS AND PRICES
Admission: A:140,-/ C: 70,Free with Oslo Pass
Admission: A: 95,- / C: 55,- / S: 95,- / P: 95,-
CONTACT
Kongeveien 5 Tel to kiosk: 969-03-665 or try 900-12-046 E-mail: post@skisimulator.no www.skisimulator.no Metro / T-bane: No 1 to Holmenkollen Station
Kongeveien 5 Tel: 22 92 32 00 E-mail: post@skiforeningen.no www.holmenkollen.com Metroline 1 to Frognerseteren Photo: Marco Boella
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Mon–Sun 10-16
CONTACT
Photo: Marcus Thomassen
MUSEUMS ON BYGDØY Bygdøy is a famous museum peninsula just outside the city centre. This is a great place to spend a day (or three!) browsing museums, and maybe even exploring Bygdøy's pretty beaches and lush forests.
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THE POLAR EXPLORATION MUSEUM Frammuseet
KON-TIKI MUSEET
Fram is the most famous ship in polar history, known for its amazing expeditions to the North and South Poles. Ride the waves on Fram in our brand new cinematic projection surrounding the ship. Explore the hold, and see how the crew lived and worked together. Enjoy a number of activities for young and old. Watch our introductory film (10 languages). Enter the first ship to navigate the Northwest Passage, Gjøa. Treat yourself to refreshments in Café Framheim, and relax on our sea view terrace.
HOURS AND PRICES 10.00-17.00 Open every day! Admission: A: 120,-/C: (6-16): 50,-/ S: 50,-/P: 90,Groups (≥15): A 80,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT Bygdøynesveien 39. Bus 30 to Bygdøynes Tel: 23 28 29 50 E-mail: post@frammuseum.no www.frammuseum.no Photo: Marcus Thomassen
The Kon-Tiki Museum
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Come see the original Kon-Tiki balsa wood raft and the papyrus ship Ra II from Thor Heyerdahl’s world-famous sea adventures! For families: special storylines in the exhibitions, underwater exhibition with the famous whale shark, and walking in the Easter Island cave replica.
EXHIBITIONS • • • •
Kon-Tiki (1947) – across the Pacific Ocean on a balsa-wood raft 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 Mon–Sun 10-16 Admission: A: 120 / C: (6-15 yrs): 50 S: 50 / P: 90 / F: 240 / Group (10+) pp: 80 Free with Oslo Pass.
CONTACT Bygdøynesveien 36 Bus 30 to Bygdøynes Tel: 23 08 67 67 www.kon-tiki.no Instagram.com/kontikimuseet Facebook.com/KonTikiMuseum
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NORWEGIAN MARITIME MUSEUM Norsk Maritimt Museum
NORSK FOLKEMUSEUM 25
Norway’s interaction with the seas, from its oldest known vessel to the latest hi-tech offshore ships. Our panoramic cinema features an 18-minute journey along Norway’s extensive coastline. Joint tickets with the Fram and Kon-Tiki Museums available!
EXHIBITIONS
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MEET THE PEOPLE OF NORWAY OPEN-AIR MUSEUM Wooden farmhouses with fields and townhouses with streets show homes, life and traditions from the many Norwegian regions. Of particular interest is the Medieval Stave Church.
NORWAY IS THE SEA: Try our shipping
INDOOR EXHIBITS
game and explore modern ship technology!
Folk Art. Folk Dress. Sami Culture. Church Art. Oslo-homes 1879-2002.
THE SHIP: Try our tugboats in our in door
DAILY
boat pool! See Norways oldest vessel.
Under admission: A = adult, C = child, S = student, P = pensioner, F = family
The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
AT SEA! Seafaring from the Vikingera
See the stave church & visible interiors as well as the indoor exhibits.
FOR KIDS:
Traditional baking and coffee by the open fire. Meet the farm animals.
until today. Features golden treasures, pirates and archeological excavations. Voyages with the Chief and Sally Jones. Follow Gorilla Sally on a breath-taking adventure through the jungle, port cities and across the seven seas. Try out our radioboats in our in door boat pool. Fjord cafe, Museum shop
HOURS AND PRICES Every day 11-16 Admission: A:120,- / C(6-15): 50,- / S:50,P: 90,- / F: 240,- / Group (10p+) 80,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT Bygdøynesveien 37. Bus 30 to Bygdøynes Tel: +47 22 12 37 00 www.marmuseum.no facebook.com/maritimtmuseum/ instagram.com/maritimtmuseum/
WEEKENDS
THE CHRISTMAS FAIR
November 30, December 1, 7 and 8. Our popular Christmas Fair offers Norwegian traditions, atmosphere & entertainment. Experience Christmas celebration in the decorated houses. Music, folk dance and a large variety of activities. 100 sale stands.
HOURS AND PRICES Mon–Sun 11–16 Closed December 24 and 25. Admission: A: 160,-/ C: 40,- / S: 120,F: 320,-. Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT Museumsveien 10, Bygdøy Bus 30 to Folkemuseet. www.norskfolkemuseum.no
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HL-SENTERET
VIKINGSKIPSHUSET
Holocaust Center
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The Holocaust Center is located in Villa Grande, the former residence of the Nazi collaborator Vidkun Quisling.
PERMANENT EXHIBITION The story of Nazi genocide and mass murder during World War 2 – with special focus on the Norwegian Jews.
TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS MULTIPLE STUDENT EXHIBITIONS ON THE NORWEGIAN SAPMI PEOPLE THE STORY OF VILLA GRANDE BUNKER FROM WORLD WAR 2 Guided tours Weekends 11.30: The bunker 12.00: The permanent exhibition Kafé Villa Grande Outdoor seating in the beautiful garden Open from 11 - Mondays closed
HOURS AND PRICES Mon-Sun 10–16 Admission: A: 70,- / C (6-16): 30,S: 50,-/ P: 50,- / F: 130,- / Group per person: 50,Free with Oslo Pass
CONTACT Huk Aveny 56 Bus 30 to Bygdøyhus Tel: 22 84 21 00 E-mail: post@hlsenteret.no www.hlsenteret.no
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The Viking Ship Museum
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Come face to face with some of the world's greatest Viking treasures! Experience the best-preserved Viking Ships in the world and unique burial artefacts from boat graves around the Oslo Fjord. These ships have been on voyages of the sea before they became the final resting place for their wealthy owners. Here you will see incredible woodcarvings, mysterious skeleton remains and an immersive film that takes you into the Viking era. This is a museum experience out of the ordinary.
MUST SEE
LOOK OUT FOR THE VIKINGS – VIKINGS ALIVE
The Viking Ship Museum's new film takes the audience on a unique visual journey into the history of a Viking ship.
HOURS AND PRICES Mon-Sun 10-16 Admission: A: 100,-/C (0-18) free. Free with Oslo Pass Two museums for the price of one: Use your ticket for free entry at The Historical Museum within 48 hours.
CONTACT Huk Aveny 35 Bus 30 to Vikingskipshuset Tel: 22 13 52 80 Guided Tours: Tel. 22 85 99 64 E-mail: entre-vsh@khm.uio.no www.khm.uio.no
Photo: Katrine Aanensen
FJORD SIGHTSEEING VIA THE MUSEUMS Båtservice Sightseeing
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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.
SIGHTSEEEING
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 12.20 and 14.50 Guests taking the first cruise, can go off at 12.20 and visit the 5 different museums for 2 hours and 30 minutes, before taking the next boat back at 14.50 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 FJORD SIGHTSEEING 2 hours October 14 to March 9 10.30 and 13.00 Saturday, Sunday, Monday Christmas / New year: Every day from Dec. 26 to Jan. 6 NOK 339
CONTACT Tickets: Our ticket kiosk at City Hall pier 3 or buy at www.nyc.no E-mail: booking@nyc.no Tel: 23 35 68 90 www.nyc.no
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What: Language Champ Norwegian school Where: Central Oslo Website & sign up: www.languagechamp.no Phone: 45 95 63 92
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SHOPA HOLIC Oslo has a great selection of interesting shops. There are a wide variety of department stores, boutiques and shopping districts with hundreds of outlets, charming antique shops, flea markets, exclusive international brands and local handicrafts.
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Oslo City (Stenersgata 1 / oslocity.no) near Oslo Central Station (“Oslo S”) is Norway’s most visited shopping centre, and contains more than 90 different shops, services and restaurants on five floors. From there you can cross a footbridge to Byporten Shopping (Jernbanetorget 6 / byporten.no), which has a further 70 shops. Ø (Jernbanetorget 1), in the oldest part of Oslo Central Station, has an attractive new dining and shopping area, a hotel and Oslo Visitor Centre. Paleet (Karl Johans gate 37) is a modern and Innovative shopping centre that is also worth a visit. At Aker Brygge (Bryggegata 9) there is a large and attractive seaside shopping area with lots of stores.
BOOKS & MUSIC
Bare Jazz (Grensen 8) is a great jazz-only specialty music store with a café and a place to hear good jazz music, sometimes
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live, while nearby Big Dipper (Møllergata 1) has a large selection of vinyl. Eldorado Bookstore (Torggata 9A) is the largest independent bookstore in Scandinavia, with 4,000 square metres of books, culture and music, including Norway’s largest departments for children’s books, audio books and classical music, and a coffee shop, back yard restaurant and four stages. Tronsmo (Universitetsgata 12) is a specialist book shop focusing on subjects like politics, feminism, gay & lesbian issues, movies and ficition, has a good selection of English-language literature, and a basement full of comic books. Damm’s Antiquarian Books (Frederik Stangs gate 46) is the oldest antiquarian book store in Scandinavia and offers treasures from several centuries. Outland (Kirkegata 23, Storgata 26) is an authentic nerd haven, with tons of comic books and comic series, board games and gadgets from both cartoons and movies.
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Fretex, Norway’s biggest chain of second-hand shops with four shops just in Oslo, is run by the Christian charity Salvation Army Norway. It’s a great place to find clothes at very cheap prices. UFF Second Hand (Prinsens gate 2) is a big vintage store with clothes, shoes and accessories from the last six decades. Fuglen (Universitetsgata 2) is a great retro-looking coffee shop and cocktail bar, but “everything” here is also for sale, from the retro chairs and tables to the plates. The vintage shop Frøken Dianas Salonger (Markveien 56) sells hand-picked, custom designed and mostly used clothes, and Robot (Korsgata 22A) focuses on imported vintage, retro and mod clothing, to mention just a few of the places in this hip area.
The popular Vestkanttorvet Flea Market (Vestkanttorvet, Professor Dahls gate 46 B) is Oslo’s oldest market, and the place to go for bric-a-brac and antiques on Saturdays (March – December). Blomqvist kunsthandel (Tordenskiolds gate 5) is Norway’s largest auction house and specializes in local and international art, as well as Norwegian antiques. You might also want to take a look at, as well as antiques shop Galleri Gimle Arts and Antiques (Gimleveien 21). Basarhallene (Kirkeristen) houses several handicraft and antique shops.
DESIGN
David-Andersen stores have a great selection of gold, diamond, silver and enamel jewelry. Purenkel (Grünersgate 3) is a shop and gallery hybrid with stylish design and handicraft items as well as workshops. At Norway Designs (Stortingsgata 28) you’ll find great Norwegian, Nordic and European interior design articles, and at Pur Norsk (Industrigata 36) you can buy Norwegian design products such as furniture and personal items. Heimen husflid (Rosenkrantz’ gate 8) is a traditional handicraft shop with Norwegian sweaters and other knitwear, blankets, arts and crafts and much more, and the shop Illums bolighus (Stortorvet 9 and Haakon VIIs gate 10) is four whole floors of famous and new Danish, Scandinavian and international furniture design.
One of the hottest places on the Oslo food map is Mathallen (Vulkan 5) – Norway’s very first food hall. In this red brick former factory building at Grünerløkka by the Akerselva river, you’ll find about 30 food shops and eateries offering a tasty and fascinating selection of food and delicacies from various regions of Norway and further afield. Fiskeriet (Youngstorget 2) is a great place to pick up freshly caught sea food such as fish and shellfish, fairtrade treats, local produce and special imports, and has a bistro with seasonal produce. And if you have a sweet tooth, Freia Chocolate Shop (Karl Johans gate 31) offers tasty, high quality Norwegian chocolate from Freia, Norway's traditional and biggest chocolate manufacturer.
Eger (Karl Johans gate 23 B) is Norway’s largest high-end fashion house, and stocks over 300 international fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands, while Steen & Strøm Department Store (Nedre Slottsgate 8) is a department store with many well-known and attractive Norwegian, Scandinavian and international brands. Upmarket stores with self-explanatory names include Gucci (Nedre Slottsgate 8), Hermés (Nedre Slottsgate 15), Louis Vuitton (Nedre Slottsgate 13) and Mulberry (Akersgata 18). On and around Bogstadveien on the city’s west side there are also a number of high-end stores.
SOUVENIRS
At Karl Johans gate you will find The Troll Shop (Karl Johans gate 13) where you can buy classic souvenir items like trolls, lusekofte, wollen socks and much more. Near Oslo City Hall Norway Shop (Fridtjof Nansens plass 2) sells Norwegian knitwear, gifts and souvenirs, and Holm – Souvenirs & Sweaters (Hieronymus Heyerdalsgate 1) sells lots of headwear for all occasions, as well as sweaters from Dale of Norway. Oslo Sweater Shop in SAS Scandinavia Hotel (Tullins gate 5) and in Clarion Hotel Royal Christiania (Biskop Gunnerus’ gate 3) has the country’s largest selection of Norwegian sweaters.
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Osloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nightlife is anything but boring. There are countless pubs, bars, clubs and concerts to choose from and the atmosphere is friendly and inviting.
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CITY CENTRE & KARL JOHANS GATE In the city centre you can move and shake to whatever is most popular at the moment. The area also boasts several jazz and blues clubs. GETTING STARTED: At Oslo’s oldest rock bar Last Train (Karl Johans gate 45), Norwegian and international bands perform on a regular basis. 34 Skybar (Sonja Henies plass 3), a bar on the 34th floor of Radisson Plaza Blu Hotel behind the Oslo City shopping centre, has large windows with an impressive panoramic view of the city and fjord. Jaeger (Grensen 9) is a popular club with electronic music and DJs most nights. Hip Izakaya (St. Olavs Gate 7) is a Japanese bar with authentic Japanese food and drinks, where enthusiastic bartenders wax lyrical about sake and shochu. Trendy Rouleur (Ullevålsveien 16A) combines bicycle tours and rentals with a bar and café, with a wine menu focused on underrated wine regions like Beaujolais and Muscadet and top-notch Scandinavian style coffee. The Dubliner (Rådhusgata 28) is a huge Irish pub and an Oslo classic that has lots of rooms, a backyard, a stage for live Irish folk music, big football screens, shuffle board and even a super cozy wood-panelled whiskey bar. And then there Is Himkok (Storgata 27), a very special bar that makes amazing drinks and cocktails with alcohol from its very own in-house distillery and where one of its bartenders was voted Norway's best bartender in an international competition in 2016.
GRÜNERLØKKA Just northeast of the city centre is Grünerløkka, with active music venues that make concerts an important part of the borough’s nightlife. Many of the area’s popular cafés turn into hot spots in the evening, and this is one of the most popular areas for partygoers in general and hipsters in particular. GETTING STARTED: Fru Hagen (Thorvald Meyers gate 40) is a café in the daytime that turns into a hugely popular (and cramped) bar in the evenings. Around the corner, bar and concert stage Parkteatret (Olaf Ryes plass 11) is equally popular. Bar Boca (Thorvald Meyers gate 30) with its tasteful ‘50s/’60s interior has professional bartenders and great drinks, and Schouskjelleren Mikrobryggeri (Trondheimsveien 2) is an atmospheric basement
micro-brewery with a large selection of beers. Blå (Brenneriveien 9), one of the most popular clubs in Oslo, hosts concerts and DJ-nights, a legendary in-house band every Sunday and has riverside outdoor seating. Beside it is Ingensteds (Brenneriveien 9), a bar with a big room for concerts and events, and beside that again is Bortenfor (Brenneriveien 7), a coctail bar with seats by the river and a slightly more relaxed environment than Blå. Downriver a couple of minutes is Syng (Nedre gate 7), a trendy karaoke bar with colourful seats by the river. Bar Vulkan (Vulkan 9) is a slightly upmarket bar known for its tasty cocktails and (in summer) large roof terrace, while beside it Norway’s first food hall Mathallen (Vulkan 5) has a number of interesting bars.
GRØNLAND Grønland on the east side of town offers a refreshing blend of friendly and laid-back clubs with varied music offerings, as well as slightly ragged bars with some of the cheapest beer in town. GETTING STARTED: Dattera til Hagen (Grønland 10) is a colourful bar and café with two floors and a big, charming backyard. Oslo Mekaniske Verksted (Tøyenbekken 34) is a big and cozy bar/ pub with a big fireplace, board games, comfy sofas - and a theatre in the same building. Caféteatret (Hollendergata 8) is a multicultural bar, concert and theatre stage that includes popular open stage nights, while Pigalle's (Grønlandsleiret 15) new owners have ditched 80s kitsch for a cool and elegant Bauhaus / 1920s art deco style cocktail bar and interior complete with ferns. If you like it super traditional and Oslo Mekaniske Verksted is too trendy for you despite the old factory interiors, then Asylet (Grønland 28) is a really old wooden house with a cozy cobble stone courtyard and a genuine traditional pub feel inside.
YOUNGSTORGET In the Youngstorget area in the northern city centre, you’ll find a good selection of places with a more alternative/rock-oriented music profile, as well as a couple of clubs devoted to electronic music. GETTING STARTED: Kulturhuset (Youngs gate 6) covers a huge 2000 square metres with four floor and bars, concerts, a coffee bar and games like shuffle board.
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Internasjonalen (Youngstorget 2A), in an Eastern European functional style, has classic cocktails, special brands of liqueur and beer, various music genres and an upstairs dance floor. The Villa (Møllergata 23-25) appeals to the electronic music crowd, with local and international DJs and genres such as house, techno and dub step. In the basement of the bar Revolver (Møllergata 32) young crowds (20 year age limit in basement, 23 upstairs) dance the night away to 80s pop, rock and disco. Cafe Sør (Torggata 11) is another very popular place with nice drinks and great music, as well as the relatively low age limit of 20 (22 after midnight on weekends). Angst Bar (Torggata 11) is a bar in a passageway called Strøget which is hip, intimate, with great music and lots of art on the walls (also backyard parties during weekends). Andre Til Høyre (Youngsgate 19) is a cool 1920s style cocktail bar with vinyl records playing and an excellent second floor view of Youngstorget. Torggata Botaniske (Torggata 17b) is a green oasis inside in the middle of the city with lots of plants and excellent drinks, a great place to chill out in the jungle. At the mainly outdoor Prindsen Hage (Storgata 36) there’s a sandbox and many garden games for the children, table tennis and boules courts for the grown-ups, pop-up eateries – and of course drinks.
BJØRVIKA & SØRENGA Bjørvika and Sørenga, two newly developed seaside districts near the Opera House, are very scenically placed and have some quality places for grabbing a drink. GETTING STARTED: Vesper Gastrobar (Dronning Eufemias gate 32) has made a name for itself with super tasty drinks and gourmet pub food. Bun's Burger Bar (Sørengkaia 71) has almost 100 types of beer, live music on the first Friday of every month, and of course great burgers. You can also enjoy Italian food or just a few drinks at Cargo Restaurant & Bar (Sørengkaia 99).
AKER BRYGGE & TJUVHOLMEN Along the waterfront at Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen you will meet tourists, business people, everyday locals and the wealthy. This is a great place to go for relatively upmarket food, pubbing and clubbing, and a summer
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drink at one of the slick waterfront bars with beautiful views of the ocean. GETTING STARTED: BAR Tjuvholmen (Bryggegangen 6) is a stylish and popular bar and restaurant on the waterfront in Oslo’s newest completed neighbourhood, and a great place for cocktails. Drink in style in Tjuvholmen’s only hotel bar at designer hotel The Thief (Landgangen 1). The big wine and cocktail lounge Vérité (Grundingen 1-3) has a high-end metropolitan feel that's still unusual in Norway as well as their own sommeliers (wine stewards) that can help you choose the perfect wine. Beer Palace (Holmens gate 3) is located in the oldest building at Aker Brygge, and their motto is that everyone likes beer, but not everyone has found a type they like yet.
FROGNER & MAJORSTUA The Frogner and Majorstua areas in western Oslo have a long standing as places for those who like upmarket partying. Drinks are pricier, the dress code stricter, and the see and be seen factor is higher. Guys in suits and girls in glittering dresses are not an uncommon sight GETTING STARTED: Enjoy sparkling wines and tapas at Champagneria (Frognerveien 2) or shake it on the dance floor at popular Skaugum (Solligaten 2) bar and (at weekends) club. Trendy club VU (Hegdehaugsveien 24) has a courtyard, bar, lounge, dance floor and chambre séparée, while Mabou (Hegdehaugsveien 28) is cramped, intense and flirty. Monkey Bar Oslo (Henrik Ibsens gate 60A), Nox (Henrik Ibsens gate 100) and Soliis Bar & Lounge (Henrik Ibsens gate 90) are popular nightspots on and near Solli Plass. If you’re not planning to dress to impress, Lorry (Parkveien 12) is a two floor classic where young and old rub shoulders in cozy, eccentric and spacious surroundings, while Oslo Mikrobryggeri (Bogstadveien 6) has its own microbrewery (the first new brewery in Norway in almost 100 years when It was founded in 1989), and super tasty – you guessed it – beer.
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It’s perfectly possible to visit or live in Oslo on a relatively low budget with a bit of planning! Here are some tips on how to spend wisely and still have a good time.
TEXT: TARJEI KIDD OLSEN
CHEAP ACTIVITIES:
The Oslo Pass gives you free entry to more than 30 museums and attractions, free travel on all public transport, free parking in municipal car parks, free entry to outdoor swimming pools, free walking tours, as well as discounts on sightseeing, ski simulator, Tusenfryd Amusement Park, concert tickets, climbing, ski and bike rental, and special offers in restaurants, shops, entertainment and leisure venues. More information: www.visitoslo.com/en/ activities-and-attractions/oslo-pass
the most popular part of the forest around Oslo - with endless possibilities for walks, trekking, biking, skiing and swimming, and with cozy cafes hidden among the trees.
FREE ACTIVITIES:
Rema 1000, Kiwi, Rimi and Bunnpris are among the cheapest supermarkets, and can be found around town. Meny is a more expensive supermarket with a larger selection of more fancy food. Various other supermarkets are also available.
You can walk on the roof of the Norwegian Opera and Ballet, situated by – and literally sloping into – the sea near the central station, enjoying amazing views of the city, fjord and surrounding hills and islands.
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Take a long walk and enjoy waterfalls, parks, bridges, swimming spots, historical buildings, bars, cafes, museums and cultural centres along Oslo’s urban river Akerselva, which snakes its way down from the lake Mariadalsvannet by the forest edge to Grønland in the city centre.
Examples are Tøyengata Bodega in Heimdalsgata 37, Café Sara in Hausmanns gate 29, Fiskeriet Youngstorget at Youngstorget 2, Viet Nam House in Bernt Ankers gate 6B, L’oasis Mazze in Trondheimsveien 14A, as well as Tasty Thai in Thereses gate 51 and Nippon Sushi in Sørkedalsveien 5.
The Vigeland Sculpture Park inside the beautiful Frogner Park near Majorstua boasts 212 impressive bronze and granite sculptures designed by Gustav Vigeland.
The Holmenkollen Ski Jump at Holmenkollen in the hills above Oslo is one of the capital’s most famous landmarks, hosts many winter sporting activities, and the area has great views. There is a ski museum inside the ski jump and an observation deck on top (free with Oslo Pass). The Holmenkollen area (especially from Frognerseteren and Tryvann) is also a great starting point for trips into Nordmarka,
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Another good starting point for trips into Nordmarka is the forest lake Sognsvann. Both Sognsvann and Holmenkollen are accessible by metro (free with Oslo Pass).
FOOD & DRINK SUPERMARKETS:
While restaurants can be quite expensive, a good tip is to check out cheaper eateries for instance at Grønland, Grünerløkka and Sofienberg on the east side of town - although there are cheap places on the west side too.
BEER: Norway’s high alcohol prices are no big secret, but there are large savings to be had on beer if you know where to go. As with food, many of the cheap places are on Oslo’s east side. Among the very cheapest places are Rett Inn Bar in Storgata 39, Samfunnet Bislet in Pilestredet 52 and Destiny café in Skippergata 26.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN OSLO RUTER’S CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE
Located in the clock tower outside Oslo Central Station, the customer service centre provides information about public transport timetables, tickets and prices in Oslo and the surrounding area. The centre also sells public transport tickets. In addition there is a popular Ruter website with price Information and searchable timetables: www.ruter.no Address: Jernbanetorget 1. Tel.: (from Oslo/Akershus): 177 Tel.: (from out of town): + 47 815 00 176
TICKETS
Oslo’s local buses, trams, ferries and the metro share a ticket system. Single tickets can be purchased on busses, trams and ferries, but are cheaper if you buy them in advance. On the metro tickets must be purchased before entering the train. Tickets can be purchased from vending machines and ticket offices at the metro stations, at Oslo Visitor Centre, in kiosks including Narvesen, 7-Eleven and Deli de Luca, and at Ruter’s Service Centre at Jernbanetorget (in front of Oslo Central Station). Remember to activate your ticket when you start your trip. Free travel on all public transport within zones 1 and 2 if you buy the Oslo Pass, which also gives free access to many museums and other attractions: ruter.no/en/buying-tickets/ticketsand-fares/oslo-pass/ If you have a smart phone, you can buy digital tickets using the "RuterBillett" app. Prices here are the same as when you buy a ticket in advance, i.e. cheaper than buying on-board your bus, tram or ferry. There is also a "RuterReise" app with searchable timetables, including live arrival time estimates.
DIAL 177 www.177.no
National phone number for public transportation services in Norway. Wherever you are in Norway, you can dial 177 and ask your specific question related to public transportation. The 177 website also gives you links to regional public transport facilities.
TICKETS RECOMMENDED FOR TOURISTS
Single ticket for Zone 1, valid for 1 hour. 24-hour ticket for Zone 1. 7-day ticket for Zone 1.
TRAM
Oslo has six tram lines that run through the city from east to west. The route network primarily covers the inner city, but a couple of longer routes go out to the residential areas west, south and north of the city centre
METRO (T-BANE)
Oslo’s metro network is extensive, with six connected lines and frequent departures from early morning until late at night. All branch lines and the ring line come together in a major tunnel through the city centre, with stops at Nationaltheatret, Stortinget and Jernbanetorget (Oslo Central Station).
BUS
Buses supplement the metro and tram systems within the city boundaries. Oslo’s city buses have a two-digit route number, and the converging point for most bus routes is Jernbanetorget outside Oslo Central Station.
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