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Concert at the Øya Festival in Oslo, Norway - Photo: Pål Hoff
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Concert at the Øya Festival in Oslo, Norway

What to do in Oslo

Oslo's location gives visitors an opportunity for a unique city break. Hike in the forest, swim in the fjord and go to a concert all in the same day.

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Outdoor activities

You are always close to nature in Oslo, so opportunities for outdoor recreation are never far away.

The Oslofjord is perfect for boat sightseeing, swimming, boating and island hopping, whilst the city’s forests offer great opportunities for biking, hiking and cross-country skiing.

Stay in Oslo during the winter months and combine the buzz of a capital city with skiing, fresh air and tranquil forests.

In the summer, golfers can choose from several great courses.

Entertainment

In Oslo there is a variety of theatres, operas, folk dances, concerts and festivals throughout the year. The Norwegian Wood Music Festival, the Øya Festival, the Inferno Festival, Oslo Jazz Festival and Oslo Chamber Music Festival all attract world-class musicians and thousands of fans to Oslo.

Big concert arenas such as Valle Hovin and Oslo Spektrum often host international superstars, and there is always something happening at Oslo’s many concert, dance and show venues.

The fantastic new Opera House is the place to see world-class opera and ballet, and the Oslo Concert Hall is the home of the famous Oslo Philharmonic.

Sightseeing

A guided tour by bus or boat is a great way of seeing Oslo’s attractions and learning about the city. Tours are available year round.

Oslo offers many attractions. Most of them are located within walking distance of each other in Oslo’s compact city centre, while the famous museums on the Bygdøy peninsula area easy to reach by public transportation.

Last updated: 2008-06-18
Swimming on a hot summer's day in the Oslofjord, Norway - Photo: Nancy Bundt/VisitOSLO
Swimming on a hot summer's day in the Oslofjord, Norway
Cross-country skiing in the Holmenkollen area, Oslo - Photo: Nancy Bundt/VisitOSLO
Cross-country skiing in the Holmenkollen area, Oslo
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