Holmenkollen Ski Museum
Holmenkollen Ski Museum
4.5
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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A historic landmark in the Norwegian consciousness, Holmenkollen embodies more than a century of skiing tradition. Inside the actual ski jump is the Holmenkollen Ski Museum, the world's oldest ski museum. The museum presents over 4,000 years of skiing history and polar exploration artifacts. The observation deck on top of the jump tower offers panoramic views of Oslo. Open 365 days a year!
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  • EmeraldDiva
    3,501 contributions
    Fun
    I will never understand how ski jumpers do it, it is so spooky at the top of the tower! Although snow was scarce when we were there, the views from the top of the ski jump tower are extensive, well worth a visit. The little museum is interesting and really well laid out. There is also a simulator ride you can do (separate from the museum so there is an extra cost) which takes you through a jump and also a giant slalom run, kind of silly but really good fun. This is a good spot to visit and easy to get to from Oslo. We continued on to Frogneseteren restaurant for a late lunch. It made for a great day excursion.
    Visited February 2020
    Written March 28, 2020
  • Acritical F
    Nottingham, United Kingdom28 contributions
    Head for Heights...
    So, this is one of the highest points in Oslo. Get the Train (T-Bahn) to Holmenkollen and brace yourself for a long steep walk (about 1.5 miles) to the Skiiing museum. The museum itself was of limited interest to us, we just wanted to go up to the top of the ski jump observation deck. There’s two lifts and then what I can only describe as a “funicular railway” to the top. If you don’t like being buffeted in the wind or if you don’t have a head for heights, you won’t like it! There’s a coffee shop/cafe next to the museum serving lovely hot chocolate and cakes. A wee bit pricey for us Brits, but yummy! Our entrance to the museum/jump was covered with our Oslo Pass (highly recommended).
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled with family
    Written March 6, 2020
  • 58sparrow
    Ascot, United Kingdom83 contributions
    City break in Oslo
    Unfortunately when we were in Oslo this was closed as the virus was just starting and there was a jump competition. So they stopped all the public from going.However it is over an hour journey by bus but you can catch the bus and go straight there so relatively easy to get to.
    Visited March 2020
    Written March 15, 2020
  • Chez Cossie
    Barnet, United Kingdom88 contributions
    A must for Ski skolars...
    I'm not a ski fan, but if you are, this is fantastic for you. It covers all of Norway's history in its national sport, and shows progression and exhibits throughout various Winter Olympics. There's a great array of technical clothing and skis, if you're interested in seeing how technology in this field has developed over time, but the ultimate star is undoubtedly the Jump Tower. It's worth the trip alone to see this, and to take a trip up on the funicular lift to the very top, and marvel at what the competitors have to do during competitions. Though warning: if you're scared of heights, brace yourself, because it IS a long way up. Once you've completed your visit, you can buy a turn in the ski simulator, and (fake) see what it's like to participate in a slalom event or go down the ski jump itself. Get the metro straight out of Oslo centre, and take in the stunning views as you climb up the hillside. The museum is about a 15 minute walk uphill once you get off the train, so don't walk it if you have an issue, otherwise it's worth it.
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 13, 2020
  • Sylvia Swann
    Oslo, Norway27 contributions
    The kids' playroom is completely awesome!
    With a huge fairytale slide, hidden rooms in caves and on top of them, and a wondrous cabin to play in, this room is a must for families when visiting the top of the hill. Once every hour or so an actress comes in to do a little play for the kids. Amazing!!
    Visited June 2019
    Written January 12, 2020
  • corhiain
    England, United Kingdom148 contributions
    Great visit here - worth a trip out.
    We were staying in the centre of Oslo and this was really easy to get to on the train. It was a bit of an uphill walk though after the train stop so just something to be aware of. Once there is a great museum, I wasn’t overly interested before going but loved going to the top of the ski jump and seeing the view over Oslo. Interesting museum with lots of historical ski related items. When we went we were lucky enough for there to be a ski competition on too so maybe worth looking to see if there is an event on as this made out day.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 21, 2020
  • zuv
    Bucharest, Romania27,047 contributions
    Small museum, nice views
    The museum is small and not very spectacular. It has a nice section dedicated to children. What attracted me was the fact that the entrance ticket also offers you the opportunity to climb to the top of the ski jumping tower, from where you can see the whole city and the fjord.
    Visited April 2022
    Written May 11, 2022
  • permia
    40,176 contributions
    Fabulous
    It’s a thrilling visit to a champion ski area and conveniently reached by metro. In the fine exhibition hall a collection from explorer and polymath Fridtjof Nansen’s oeuvre is displayed. Other themes of explorations in artic and frozen territories are also shown. It was thrilling to ascend to the high point of the ski jump. Panoramic vistas of the countryside and cityscape against the deep azure of the sky were fabulous. An added treat was to see the zip wire in action, with adventurous partakers holding on tight while whizzing through the air.
    Visited June 2022
    Written August 13, 2022
  • Hannah
    Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom49 contributions
    Well worth a visit
    Fantastic way to start our first trip to Oslo. We took the T-bane to Holmenkollen and took a slow walk up a fairly steep hill, taking in the view as we walked. This took around 20 minutes. The entrance to the museum, jump tower and zipline is on the north side of the jump, just follow the signs. There is a great view of the jump itself and auditorium from this route. I agree with another reviewer - if you suffer from vertigo (the actual condition or a fear of heights!) then this is quite steep, especially on the steps down. Otherwise there is a barrier to lean on. There is a great museum leading you towards the jump tower that’s well worth looking at, including 5 models of the ski jump as it has evolved over the years. There is a lift up to the jump tower. As you get out of the lift, the zipline is to the right and to the left a great view of the jump, plus steps up to the very top. Beautiful views over Oslo and the surrounding hills. The worst bit for vertigo sufferers (I have the condition, where a turn of the head can cause room spin) is descending the stairs from the top to the floor below - all you can see is the jump below and everyone I saw was walking very slowly! Brilliant visit, I didn’t realise this was on my bucket list! Hope to return to do the zipline!
    Visited October 2022
    Written October 16, 2022
  • AndyJ77
    Bratislava, Slovakia328 contributions
    For any sport's fan
    Are you interesting in sport, especially skiing and biathlon? Then, this museum is a must for you! The surrounding of this museum is also very nice and worth to see, especially the areal where biathlon World cup takes a place.
    Visited May 2022
    Written February 18, 2023
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Chez Cossie
Barnet, UK88 contributions
Jan 2020
I'm not a ski fan, but if you are, this is fantastic for you. It covers all of Norway's history in its national sport, and shows progression and exhibits throughout various Winter Olympics. There's a great array of technical clothing and skis, if you're interested in seeing how technology in this field has developed over time, but the ultimate star is undoubtedly the Jump Tower.

It's worth the trip alone to see this, and to take a trip up on the funicular lift to the very top, and marvel at what the competitors have to do during competitions. Though warning: if you're scared of heights, brace yourself, because it IS a long way up.

Once you've completed your visit, you can buy a turn in the ski simulator, and (fake) see what it's like to participate in a slalom event or go down the ski jump itself.

Get the metro straight out of Oslo centre, and take in the stunning views as you climb up the hillside. The museum is about a 15 minute walk uphill once you get off the train, so don't walk it if you have an issue, otherwise it's worth it.
Written January 13, 2020
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Sylvia Swann
Oslo, Norway27 contributions
Jun 2019
With a huge fairytale slide, hidden rooms in caves and on top of them, and a wondrous cabin to play in, this room is a must for families when visiting the top of the hill. Once every hour or so an actress comes in to do a little play for the kids. Amazing!!
Written January 12, 2020
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corhiain
England, UK148 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We were staying in the centre of Oslo and this was really easy to get to on the train. It was a bit of an uphill walk though after the train stop so just something to be aware of. Once there is a great museum, I wasn’t overly interested before going but loved going to the top of the ski jump and seeing the view over Oslo. Interesting museum with lots of historical ski related items. When we went we were lucky enough for there to be a ski competition on too so maybe worth looking to see if there is an event on as this made out day.
Written February 21, 2020
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zuv
Bucharest, Romania27,047 contributions
Apr 2022
The museum is small and not very spectacular. It has a nice section dedicated to children. What attracted me was the fact that the entrance ticket also offers you the opportunity to climb to the top of the ski jumping tower, from where you can see the whole city and the fjord.
Written May 11, 2022
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permia
Ireland40,176 contributions
Jun 2022
It’s a thrilling visit to a champion ski area and conveniently reached by metro.

In the fine exhibition hall a collection from explorer and polymath Fridtjof Nansen’s oeuvre is displayed. Other themes of explorations in artic and frozen territories are also shown.

It was thrilling to ascend to the high point of the ski jump. Panoramic vistas of the countryside and cityscape against the deep azure of the sky were fabulous.

An added treat was to see the zip wire in action, with adventurous partakers holding on tight while whizzing through the air.
Written August 13, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Hannah
Nottinghamshire, UK49 contributions
Oct 2022
Fantastic way to start our first trip to Oslo. We took the T-bane to Holmenkollen and took a slow walk up a fairly steep hill, taking in the view as we walked. This took around 20 minutes. The entrance to the museum, jump tower and zipline is on the north side of the jump, just follow the signs. There is a great view of the jump itself and auditorium from this route. I agree with another reviewer - if you suffer from vertigo (the actual condition or a fear of heights!) then this is quite steep, especially on the steps down. Otherwise there is a barrier to lean on. There is a great museum leading you towards the jump tower that’s well worth looking at, including 5 models of the ski jump as it has evolved over the years. There is a lift up to the jump tower. As you get out of the lift, the zipline is to the right and to the left a great view of the jump, plus steps up to the very top. Beautiful views over Oslo and the surrounding hills. The worst bit for vertigo sufferers (I have the condition, where a turn of the head can cause room spin) is descending the stairs from the top to the floor below - all you can see is the jump below and everyone I saw was walking very slowly! Brilliant visit, I didn’t realise this was on my bucket list! Hope to return to do the zipline!
Written October 16, 2022
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AndyJ77
Bratislava, Slovakia328 contributions
May 2022
Are you interesting in sport, especially skiing and biathlon? Then, this museum is a must for you!
The surrounding of this museum is also very nice and worth to see, especially the areal where biathlon World cup takes a place.
Written February 19, 2023
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sroujo
77 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Olso Ski Museum is an historic landmark of Norwegian ski tradition. The ski jump is incredible and offers a fantastic view of Oslo and its surroundings. Inside the ski Jump is located the Holmenkollen Ski Museum.
Written July 26, 2023
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NoStopSigns
Cypress, CA364 contributions
Aug 2022
Went to see the ski jump arena and was surprised on how high it really was in person. We just sat there for a bit to absorb its surroundings and the enormity of the jump. We saw a few people exercising (running or jumping up and down the stairs)...amazing! We should have brought our lunch to the site and ate it there. There was no place to purchase food at this location, so plan on picking up food along the way if you plan on picnicking there. BTQ, they have a zip line attraction there but its not for me!
Written September 23, 2022
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farnhamT
Farnham, UK74 contributions
Sep 2022
We first visited Holmenkollen in 1974. I’ll prepared for February weather and so glad to make the small cafe that was there. Skip forward 48 years and my has it changed. The ski jump and ground are brilliant, this museum is very interesting and interactive. Go to the top for wonderful views of Oslo and appreciate the setting and if you are brave (bonkers) go down the zip wire.
Written September 30, 2022
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