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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- EmeraldDiva3,501 contributionsFunI 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 2020Written March 28, 2020
- Acritical FNottingham, United Kingdom28 contributionsHead 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 2020Traveled with familyWritten March 6, 2020
- 58sparrowAscot, United Kingdom83 contributionsCity break in OsloUnfortunately 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 2020Written March 15, 2020
- Chez CossieBarnet, United Kingdom88 contributionsA 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 2020Written January 13, 2020
- Sylvia SwannOslo, Norway27 contributionsThe 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 2019Written January 12, 2020
- corhiainEngland, United Kingdom148 contributionsGreat 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 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten February 21, 2020
- zuvBucharest, Romania27,047 contributionsSmall museum, nice viewsThe 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 2022Written May 11, 2022
- permia40,176 contributionsFabulousIt’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 2022Written August 13, 2022
- HannahNottinghamshire, United Kingdom49 contributionsWell worth a visitFantastic 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 2022Written October 16, 2022
- AndyJ77Bratislava, Slovakia328 contributionsFor any sport's fanAre 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 2022Written February 18, 2023
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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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Tiffany
Phoenix, AZ4 contributions
Oct 2022
Always up for adventure? Try this zipline and have a great time! What a view too - worth the money and only wish they had pictures available.
Written October 10, 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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Jason A
31 contributions
Sep 2022
This was easy to get to via the T-Bane (train). It was a nice hike up a small hill to access the ski jump. If you have vertigo - probably best to avoid going to the auditorium seats lining the landing.
Written September 25, 2022
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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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J B
Brussels, Belgium32 contributions
Aug 2022 • Business
The museum is mainly interesting for ski-fans, but going to the top of the tower is super (and included in the museum ticket). Very nice views on Oslo, and possebility to zipline (for 70eur pp)
Written August 30, 2022
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lucyd
36 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
One of the best places around Oslo if you like skiing and are a fan of ski/ski jumping/biathlon. A beautiful spot to enjoy nature and ski culture.
Written August 17, 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.
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
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missvikingvixen
Aalten, The Netherlands68 contributions
Jul 2022
This is one of the top attractions in Oslo. Recommend the visit, great to see a ski jump up close. Terrifying height, but so worth it.
Written July 13, 2022
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kingstontara
Dublin, Ireland12 contributions
Jul 2022
Such a fun time - we did the zipline, which is the right mixture of terrifying and clearly very safe! The staff were excellent and added to our enjoyment. I loved the ski museum - very interesting polar exploration exhibits and narratives, and the Blakollen play area for kids fascinated every our unimpressable 11yo, and I enjoyed watching the fun the other kids there (from 9months old up) were clearly having! Not a cheap day out, but good return on the investment we felt.
Written July 4, 2022
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Eileen108
Mount Shasta, CA4,297 contributions
I'll be visiting in July, I don't like to ski or any other snow activities, but I'm fine with heights and ziplining, and maybe the museum! How much time should I allow for that?
PJ2727
Newcastle, Australia189 contributions
We did a 1/2 day bus tour toward the end of Spring for which this was part of. They allowed us approx 30mins here which was ample time although we didn’t do the museum we did the simulator. If you’ve never seen a ski jump just do it to realise the angles lengths and enormity of this.... given the time of the season you maybe allowed to go to the very top!!!
I bet you you will ski jumping with a different mindset forever!!!!
honeymonsterz
dublin40 contributions
Hi, will the zip line be open from the 16-18 march 2019? Thank you!
Timbythepool
Calne, UK85 contributions
I’m afraid I am not sure about that. Please check website for further information.
Gdzie kupuje się bilety wstepu do muzeum i na wieżę skoczni?
fixmin
63 contributions
Na miejscu, trzeba przekroczyć teren skoczni - skiforeningen.no/en/holmenkollen/skimuseet/apningstider-og-priser/
muktibavisi
Mumbai, India
hello
give me quickest way to reach ski museum and tower from oslo central station. I understand there was 20 minutes walk from station... is it so? i dont have car while in oslo so would have to use train or bus. Cab being too heavy on pockets is out of question.
I want to see ski tower and dont want to spend much time in museum.. pl suggest.
thanks
mukti bavisi
Tor Aabø
Oslo, Norway106 contributions
take the metro (T-bane) from Oslo Central Station- Westbound Line 1 to Holmenkollen. walk up hill from there.
Or go by a Oslo Sighteeing Bus to see more museums, like the Viking Ships and the Vigeland sculpture Park.
José A Noriega
Valladolid, Spain96 contributions
En diciembre arte esta todo nevado, hay que ir con ropa de esquiar, de nieve?.
Se puede ir vestido como por aquí, por la cuidad?
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