HOW TO spend 48 hours IN OSLO

Updated: 8/10/20 | August 10th, 2020

Most budget travelers skip Norway because it’s an expensive country to visit. The capital, Oslo, is consistently ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world owing to its high taxes, strong currency, and high percentage of imported goods.

Understandably, traveling here on a budget here is tricky. Yet I still encourage you to visit, even though it’s not a budget-friendly destination. There are unique museums, stunning parks, and stunning nature to be enjoyed. It’s small enough that a two-day or three-day check out is usually enough to get a feel for it.

To help you plan your trip and make the most of your time, here is my suggested 48-hour itinerary for Oslo.

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Wander Vigeland Sculpture Park
Start your day wondering this 80-acre park and see its 200 statues. located in Frogner Park, it’s the world’s largest display of sculptures created by a single artist. Gustav Vigeland (1869–1943) created the collection of bronze, iron, and granite statues that now stand in this open-air “gallery” (you’ve probably seen the famous ‘crying baby’ statue on social media).

In the summer, the park is where you’ll find locals enjoying the long days of sunshine. There are typically events and concerts held here as well.

From here, head down to Bygdøy island, where you’ll find many of Oslo’s museums.

See the Viking Museum
This museum is home to the best-preserved Viking ships in the world, some of which date back to the 9th century. It’s a sparse museum (the focus really is on the ships) but the burial ships (as well as the preserved tools and carts from the middle Ages) are incredibly rare and worth seeing for yourself. The museum offers a short film and as well, though the free audio guide is the best way to make the most out of your visit.

Huk Aveny 35, +47 22 13 52 80, khm.uio.no/besok-oss/vikingskipshuset. open daily from 9am–6pm in the summer and 10am–4pm in the winter. Admission is 120 NOK for adults and free for kids under 18.

Explore the Norwegian folk Museum
Not far from the Viking museum is the Norwegian museum of cultural History. It has a collection of over 150 buildings from various periods throughout Norwegian history. It’s an open-air museum, so you can explore both the interior and exterior of many of the buildings, some of which date back to the 12th century.

The most impressive of its exhibitions is Gol Stave Church, an intricately carved wooden church constructed in 1157. The museum also has a large photographic archive as well as tons of historic artifacts, documents, tools, and more.

Museumsveien 10, +47 22 12 37 00, norskfolkemuseum.no. open daily from 11am–4pm. Admission is 160 NOK.

Visit the Fram Museum
As a northern country used to frigid temperatures and harsh winters, polar exploration is a field intricately woven into Norwegian history. This museum highlights that history, focusing on Norway’s contributions to polar exploration. The centerpiece of the museum is the Fram, the world’s first ice-breaking ship. The ship was used between 1893 and 1912 and is actually made of wood. The Fram made trips to both North and South Poles and sailed farther north and south than any other wooden ship in history.

The museum is incredibly detailed; there’s a lot of photographs, artifacts, tools, and tons of information. It’s a unique look into Norwegian culture through the lens of exploration.

Bygdøynesveien 39, +47 23 28 29 50, frammuseum.no. open daily 10am–6pm. Admission is 120 NOK.

Visit the Holocaust Center
Established in 2001, this museum highlights the experiences of Norwegian Jews (as well as the persecution of other religious minorities). It’s located in the former residence of Vidkun Quisling, a Norwegian fascist who headed the Norwegian government under Nazi occupation between 1942-1945. It’s a somber and sobering place to check out but incredibly insightful with various exhibitions, photos, films, artifacts, and interviews from world war II and the German occupation of Norway.

Huk Aveny 56, +47 23 10 62 00, hlsenteret.no. open weekdays 9am–4pm. Admission is 70 NOK.

Learn about the Kon-Tiki Expedition
In 1947, Norweigian historian and explorer Thor Heyerdahl used a traditional balsa raft to cross the Pacific ocean from South America to Polynesia. This journey set out to prove that the Polynesian islands were populated from the Americas — not Asia, as had been previously thought.

He and his small crew spent 101 days at sea. They filmed much of the experience, winning an Academy award in 1951 for best Documentary (he also wrote a book about the trip)

To get a sense of what his journey was like, watch the 2012 historical drama Kon-Tiki (it’s a terrific travel movie).

Bygdøynesveien 36, +47 23 08 67 67, kon-tiki.no. open daily from 9:30am–6pm (shorter hours in the autumn and winter). Admission is 120 NOK.

Primărie
End your day at City Hall, which is open to the public and free to enter. While it might not sound like an interesting sight, tours of the hall are will give you lots of insight into the city and its history. most noteworthy are the hall’s twenty murals and works of art. They depict everything from traditional Norwegian life to the Nazi occupation. also highlighted here is the history of the Nobel peace Prize. It’s awarded here annually (the other Nobel Prizes are awarded in Stockholm, Sweden).

Rådhusplassen 1, +47 23 46 12 00, oslo.kommune.no/radhuset. open Sunday-Thursday from 9am-4pm. Admiterea este gratuită.

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Wander Akershus Fortress
Originally built in 1290, Akershus Fortress is a medieval fortress that evolved into a Renaissance palace under Danish King Christian IV. Currently, it’s used as an office for the prime minister. It was built for protection and the fortress has never successfully been besieged (though it did surrender to the Nazis during world war II).

Inside the fort is a military museum as well as a museum dedicated to the Norwegian resistance during world war II. In the summer you can take a guided tour and there are also typically events here as well (mostly concerts). check the website to see if anything is occurring during your visit.

+47 23 09 39 17, forsvarsbygg.no/no/festningene/finn-din-festning/akershus-festning. open daily in the summers 10am–4pm (winter hours vary). Admiterea este gratuită.

Take a Harbor cruise
The Oslo fjord is stunning. With its towering cliffs, calm waters, and rugged green shoreline, the Oslo fjord should not be missed. You can take a hop-on-and-off boat that shuttles people from the various attractions and museums or enjoy a proper two-hour cruise through the fjord. I recommend the two-hour cruise since it goes deeper into the harbor and you see a lot more. It’s a relaxing way to spend part of your day — especially if you’ve been on your feet all day.

Tickets for the two-hour cruise cost 339 NOK per person.

Explore the royal palace and Park
The royal palace is the official residence of the king (Yup! Norway still has a king!). completed in the 1840s, it’s surrounded by a substantial park and locals can usually be seen enjoying the long summer days here. during the summer, parts of the palace are open to visitors and tours. tours last one hour and you’ll be able to see some of the lavish and ornately preserved rooms and learn about the country’s monarchs and how they ruled Norway.

Slottsplassen 1, +47 22 04 87 00, kongehuset.no/seksjon.html. summer hours vary. See the website for details. Admission is 140 NOK and includes a tour.

Visit the national Gallery
While small, Oslo’s national Gallery has a wide range of artists on display. here you’ll find Impressionists, Dutch artists, works by Picasso and El Greco, and the highlight of the gallery, “The Scream” by Edvard Munch. painted in 1893, The yell has actually been stolen from the gallery twice over the years. Admittedly, the gallery doesn’t have the biggest collection I’ve seen but it’s nevertheless worth a visit. It’s a relaxing way to end your trip.

The national Gallery is temporarily closed and will reopen in 2021 but you can find some of its collection in the national Museum.

Other things to See & Do

If you have extra time in Oslo, here are a few other ideas to help you make the most of your visit:

Explore Nordmarka – The Nordmarka Wilderness area offers everything from biking to swimming to skiing. It spans over 430 acres and is home to huts that are available for overnight stays. You can reach the area in just 30 minutes by automobile or 1 hour by bus. avoid going on Sunday, as that’s when all the locals go so it will be busier (unless you want to meet more locals!).

Go Tobogganing – If you check out during the winter, do the Korketrekkeren Toboggan Run. The track is over 2,000 meters long and sleds are available for rent (including helmets) for 150 NOK per day (so you can take as many rides as you like). It’s only available when there is snow so the schedule will vary, however, it’s incredibly fun and popular with the locals too!

Wander the Botanical garden – home to over 1,800 different plants, this botanical garden/arboretum has two greenhouses full of exotic plants and a “Scent Garden” designed specifically for the blind so they could have a sensory experience (it’s a really neat experience so don’t miss it). There are lots of benches so you can sit down with a book and relax, as well as works of art throughout the garden. Admiterea este gratuită.

Go Swimming – Oslo is surrounded by water and has lots of places to swim. The water is clean and safe and locals can be found swimming all year round. Tjuvholmen City Beach, Sørenga seawater Pool, and Huk are three spots worth checking out if you’re looking to take a dip when the weather is nice.

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Since there are a lot of attractions involved, it’s best to get the Oslo Pass. like everything in Norway, attractions are expensive. If you plan on visiting lots of museums (and using public transportation) the pass will sV -a făcut o bucată bună de bani. Pasul de 24 de ore este de 445 NOK, în timp ce o trecere de 48 de ore este de 655 NOK (au, de asemenea, o trecere de 72 de ore pentru 820 NOK).

În timp ce Oslo are mult mai multe obiective și activități, două zile aici sunt suficient de ușor de gestionat pentru a obține o idee pentru oraș și pentru a învăța istoria sa, fără a rupe în întregime banca (deși te vei apropia!).

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Rezervați -vă zborul
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Rezervați -vă cazarea
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Saga Poshtel Oslo Central

Oslo Youth Hostel

Clubul 27

Nu uitați de asigurarea de călătorie
Asigurarea de călătorie vă va proteja împotriva bolilor, a vătămării, a furtului și a anulării. Este o protecție cuprinzătoare în cazul în care orice nu merge bine. Nu plec niciodată într -o călătorie fără ea, așa cum a trebuit să o folosesc de mai multe ori în trecut. Companiile mele preferate care oferă cel mai bun serviciu și valoare sunt:

Aripă de siguranță (pentru toată lumea sub 70 de ani)

Asigurați -mi călătoria (pentru cei de peste 70 de ani)

MedJet (pentru acoperire suplimentară de repatriere)

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Notă: Consultați că Oslo mi -a furnizat cazare gratuită și un card turistic pentru a intra în atracții gratuit în timp ce eram acolo. Am plătit pentru propriile mele mese și zboruri către/din Norvegia.