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Visit a museum you are unlikely to find anywhere else in the world. Learn more about Norway, its culture and its people.
In Numedal you are surrounded by nature, history and tradition. See stave churches, go hiking on the Hardangervidda or meet wolves at Langedrag.
The Setesdal Valley has centuries-long traditions in the silversmith's craft and folk music. The beautiful minerals are of course, even older.
The nature, coastal heritage and rich history form the basis for the attractions on the islands of Hitra and Frøya.
Discover Narvik's historic attractions and its abundant natural treasures, which too many people remain undiscovered.
Visit one of Norway's oldest open air museums and get close to wolves and other animals at E.K.T. Langedrag Nature Park.
Tromsø's many attractions offer history, daring architecture, wildlife, science, culture and impressive vistas.
20 minutes from Oslo and you are in a region full of adventures.
Visit the North Cape, Europe's northernmost point. On the way, enjoy an igloo hotel, 6,000 stone carvings and a post-war reconstruction museum.
A stay in Oslo doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact there is a lot you can do for free in the Norwegian capital.
Sculptural cliffs, a Polar zoo, the world's biggest troll and stunning scenery. Central Troms has much to offer visitors.
The attractions on the Norwegian tundra all reflect Sami history, heritage and life today. No wonder, as nine out of 10 people here are Sami.
Numedal makes a great backdrop for outdoor family activities. Try rafting down the Numedalslågen River, riding, walking and cycling.
Discover the places that inspired Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, and find out where in Norway to see his work today.
Nidaros Cathedral, Munkholmen island and Stiftsgården are the most important of the many historical attractions in Trondheim. Rockheim is the recent.
Visit the Whale Centre in Andenes, the fishing village of Nyksund, Møysalen National Park and experience the narrow Trollfjord from a boat.
The suburban area southwest of Oslo, from Hurum, via Drammen, to Hole, offers coastal paths, fishing, and museums. Here are seven reasons to visit.
Lindesnes Lighthouse is Norway’s southernmost point. Spend a few hours or stay several days. The weather, water and nature are all breathtaking.
The Norwegian capital is home to the Nobel Peace Center. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo every year.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, a Viking long house, a mountain with a hole through it, puffins and eider ducks are among the attractions in Helgeland.
Top attractions in Oslo include Vigelandsparken Sculpture Park, the Opera House, Holmenkollen Ski Jump and the Viking Ship Museum.
The spectacular nature, with the Geirangerfjord and the Trollstigen Mountain Road, is the top attraction.
When travelling in Troms, it is the arctic contrasts that put the magic in your day - snowy mountains, grand valleys, fjords and lots of lakes.
Lesja Bygdetun, the ironworks at Lesjaverk and the watermill at Sagelva are among many attractions you can visit when visiting this beautiful area.
See several of Norway's most popular attractions, such as the Nærøyfjord, Urnes Stave Church, Flåm Railway and Vettisfossen Waterfall.
Visit the Hovden Museum of Iron Production, the Vatnedalen dams or Bykle Old Church, one of the smallest and most beautiful churches in Norway.
Learn about the ways of the Vikings, as David Spinx’s life takes a dramatic turn at the chieftain's longhouse at Borg in the Lofoten Islands.
Visit charming Lyngør, or see the beautiful protected landscape Hove on Tromøy. Swim in potholes and learn about the culture of the region.
Nobel Prize Laureate in Literature Knut Hamsun, rock carvings, Vikings and World War II fill the area with interesting stories.
Harstad offers a mix of modern and older architecture, and a pleasant location by the waterfront.
Walk up to Kjerag and Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) mountain plateaus, go salmon fishing, or take a cruise on the Lysefjord.
Fredriksten Fortress in Halden is one of Norway's most visited tourist attractions. You can also experience Northern Europe's highest locks at Brekke.
Experience Geilo as it used to be century ago. Visit stave churches, local museums and learn about the knife and tool manufacturing in the area.
Explore the well-kept fortress and Old Town. You can also visit the birthplace of the famous polar explorer Roald Amundsen and the Football Museums.
Learn about Viking history at Borre, discover Karljohansvern and visit the summerhouse of the painter Edvard Munch in Åsgårdstrand.
Travelling to Bergen on a budget? There is a lot you can do for free in Norway’s second largest city. Here are a few tips.
Europe's largest glacier, the Jostedalsbreen Glacier, and Astruptunet, the home of Norwegian artist Nikolai Astrup, feature among local attractions.
Saltstraumen, the world's strongest maelstrom, and the historical trading post of Kjerringøy are two of the many attractions in the Bodø region.
Explore the art galleries and museums in Asker and Bærum, watch a horse race or take a ride with Norway’s smallest steam locomotive, dating from 1904.
The annual sheep fair is a popular event in Sirdal. But there are many other attractions, natural or man-made, worth visiting in the area.
In Sandefjord you can walk in the footsteps of the Vikings, visit the Whaling Museum or enjoy an unique art experience at Midtåsen Sculpture Park.
Visit the Medieval church in Skjeberg, see the powerful Sarpsfossen Waterfall and go for a walk in the English garden at Hafslund Manor.
Take a stroll through Kristiansand's charming old town, go on a boat trip to picturesque Lillesand, or visit the former naval base at Odderøya.
Enjoy a show in beautiful Drammen Theatre or challenge yourself with contemporary art at Vestfossen Kunstlaboratorium.
Catch a show at Kilden, Kristiansand's new performing arts centre, go meet wild animals at the zoo, or take a nostalgic trip on an old steam train.
Visit the Hamar Cathedral, the Viking Ship Olympic Arena and the old brewery houses at Løten, or take a trip on Lake Mjøsa with Skibladner.
Top attractions in Bergen include Bryggen, the Fløibanen Funicular, the Fish Market, the Edvard Grieg Museum at Troldhaugen and Fantoft Stave Church.
Ringerike is a popular recreation area all year round and an eldorado for those who enjoy fishing, especially for trout and whitefish.
Play golf at challenging Evje Golfpark or take a trip with the sightseeing minibus. You can also go canoeing on Lake Vansjø.
Have fun in the Hunderfossen Family Park, explore the Olympic Museum and arenas or visit the Maihaugen open air museum.
Valdres has a unique cultural heritage with six stave churches and one of Norway's largest open air museums, Valdres Folk Museum.
Relax at one of the many beaches or enjoy art at the famous Galleri F15.
Oslo's unique location means almost unlimited opportunities for fun. Hike in the forest, swim in the fjord and go to a concert - all on the same day.
"Cheers, good people. Eat well for you have travelled long," says the Viking chieftain as he welcomes visitors for a traditional Viking banquet.
The region is known for a landscape full of contrasts. The greatest attractions are the Atlantic Road and the spectacular Aursjøvegen Mountain Road.
Visit Torpo Stave Church, the oldest stave church left in the region, and different museums.
Historical places, local food, galleries and fishing are some of the activities that can be experienced during your stay in Innherred.
Take a trip on the Halden Canal, Norway's oldest man-made waterway. Or visit the country's largest inland fortress in Mysen.
The Arctic Circle Centre is situated 80 kilometres north of Mo i Rana and 70 kilometres south of Fauske.
Visit Lom Stave Church, the Norwegian Mountain Museum in Lom or Gallery Jotunheimen to learn about local traditions and culture.
The town itself is the main attraction. By opening up your senses and curiosity, you may find yourself being carried back to life in a different age.
The Gaustatoppen Mountain and the Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum are among the main attractions in Rjukan.
Enjoy a cruise on the Telemark Canal, visit Norway's largest stave church, or hike to the top of Telemark's highest mountain, Gaustatoppen.
Join a boat trip to watch the arctic landscape and wildlife. Or try dog sledding or a snowmobile safari.
Visit Henrik Ibsen's childhood home in Skien, find out how porcelain is made at Porsgrunds Porselænsfabrik or take a trip along the Telemark Canal.
Go hiking in the mountains and forests, visit museums, go canoeing, or simply relax on the beach.
Go on a cruise on Lake Møsvatn, enjoy the nature of Hardangervidda National Park or discover the Telemark Canal. The options are many and varied.
The atmosphere of Kragerø is an attraction in itself. The town spreads from the harbour, with galleries and parks within easy walking distance.