Astrup Fearnley Museet
Astrup Fearnley Museet
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Tuesday
12:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Founded in 1993, the Astrup Fearnley Museet is one of Scandinavia´s most notable museums for contemporary art. The museum holds the extensive Astrup Fearnley Collection, which includes significant works by artists like Matthew Barney, Paul Chan, Nicole Eisenman, Ida Ekblad, Trisha Donnelly, Félix González-Torres, Rachel Harrison, Damien Hirst, Anselm Kiefer, Jeff Koons, Glenn Ligon, Julie Mehretu, and Cindy Sherman. The museum presents changing exhibitions that both draw on the collection and new commissions by artists from all over the world. The museum building is designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano and is surrounded by Tjuvholmen sculpture park with a view over the Oslo Fjord.
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permia
Ireland40,671 contributions
Jun 2022
Not knowing anything about her it was interesting to begin with the temporary exhibition of works by Synnove Anker Aurdal. A pioneer of Norwegian Textile Art she took this medium from the traditional to modern forms.
A multitude of modern artists are shown in the permanent collection. Damien Hirst features prominently with his signature animals in formaldehyde and pieces from the series God Alone Knows.
Locker Sculpture by Matias Faldbakken comprises a series of lockers, of a type seen ubiquitously, crushed and bound together. Symbolises a rail against systems and institutions.
Anselm Kiefer’s The High Priestess is another striking work. It shows 196 lead books in steel bookcases, with glass and copper wire. An individual book is also displayed.
A famous creation in porcelain by Jeff Koons, namely Michael Jackson and Bubbles, proudly sits here.
Cannot leave without a mention of the building. Can be classed as a work of art in its own right. Marvellous on the seafront.
A multitude of modern artists are shown in the permanent collection. Damien Hirst features prominently with his signature animals in formaldehyde and pieces from the series God Alone Knows.
Locker Sculpture by Matias Faldbakken comprises a series of lockers, of a type seen ubiquitously, crushed and bound together. Symbolises a rail against systems and institutions.
Anselm Kiefer’s The High Priestess is another striking work. It shows 196 lead books in steel bookcases, with glass and copper wire. An individual book is also displayed.
A famous creation in porcelain by Jeff Koons, namely Michael Jackson and Bubbles, proudly sits here.
Cannot leave without a mention of the building. Can be classed as a work of art in its own right. Marvellous on the seafront.
Written June 19, 2022
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babajamal
Singlewell, UK372 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
This is a contemporary Arts museum in the centre of Oslo. (Akkers Bridge) The star of the show was Damien Hirst’s cow and calf encased in formaldehyde. I also enjoyed seeing the Jeff Koons sculpture. The exhibits are limited to lesser known artists, but they are very good. I truly enjoyed my visit.
Entrance fee is 100 NOK or free with Oslo Pass. I used my 24 hr Oslo Pass to all the museums I reviewed.
Next to the exhibition hall are sculptures/installations .
Entrance fee is 100 NOK or free with Oslo Pass. I used my 24 hr Oslo Pass to all the museums I reviewed.
Next to the exhibition hall are sculptures/installations .
Written September 10, 2022
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Siren F
Bergen, Norway10 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
We don’t normally visit museums while on vacations, but for once we gave it a go. It was a great visit. Playful and surprising. We had a lot of fun. The teens loved it, and wanted to go back the next day. Absolutely worth the ticket price. And beautiful outdoor surroundings.
Written October 17, 2021
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Michael U
Las Vegas, NV43,680 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
Spread across two buildings the Astrup Fearnley Museet is a waterfront museum designed by Renzo Piano that features several modern masters from various schools of thought. Whether one prefers neon or sculpture, shock-art or classic thinking the genre is likely represented.
Located at the far end of Aker Brygge expect scenic views amidst quiet, while staff if pleasant and educated.
Located at the far end of Aker Brygge expect scenic views amidst quiet, while staff if pleasant and educated.
Written October 14, 2023
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nagytibi
Budapest, Hungary543 contributions
Jun 2022
This museum has two buildings and the layout is unique. However, you feel that the place is half empty and they could place all the exhibition items into one of the buildings, there are vast empty spaces. Not one of the top museums in Oslo and not one of the best contemporary art museums in the world.
Written March 5, 2023
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StevenKolsteren
Groningen, The Netherlands189 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
The buidling by Renzo Piano is beautiful and not to be missed at the end of the boulevard. During our visit the collection was closed but the exhbition in the waterside buidling was very good. Price was reduced to 80 kr which seems fair. The garden with sculptures is nice on a sunny day with views of the harbour but has no interesting works (go to Ekestein instead)
Written May 12, 2023
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AriHelsinki
Helsinki, Finland4,749 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Museum building complex by world class architect Renzo Piano. Very nice permanent art collection including Damien Hirst's works. Always high-class temporary exhibitions. The whole building with its surroundins is attractive. There is also an artificial beach with fjord views and a nice café. Top choice.
Written August 3, 2020
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Dear Ari,
thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are very pleased to hear that you've enjoyed your visit. Hope to see you back again!
Best,
Mathilde/AFM
Written August 14, 2020
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Dave M
5 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
House of rules ... & v little seating going round. Two buildings ... but space not full. Many exhibits revive the 'what is art' debate. Some interesting sculptures outside. Excellent Italian restaurant next door. Area generally interesting with up market shopping & walkways.
Written July 12, 2023
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Faithfultraveler
Halifax, Canada1,169 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
This was an hour of my life I'll never get back - and that includes 30 minutes of waiting to get in, which turned out to be the best part. Don't waste your time!
Written May 20, 2017
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Hello and thank you for your review of Astrup Fearnley Museet. We are sorry to read the exhibitions did not appeal to you. If you ever come back, we encourage you to speak with our museum hosts and hopefully you'll have a good experience!
Wishing you a great summer!
Best regards,
Astrup Fearnley Museet
Written June 16, 2017
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
FullBellyFull
County Dublin, Ireland117 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
The building is fantastic but save yourself NOK120 and go up the nearby lift for a better view.
Every city I travel to I visit the museum of modern art and this was by a distance the most disappointing. A few Damien Hirst pieces are the only redeeming works, apart from maybe the giant bookcase with giant books.
The rest is an absolute mess, the kind of tripe that gives modern art a bad name, avoid!
Every city I travel to I visit the museum of modern art and this was by a distance the most disappointing. A few Damien Hirst pieces are the only redeeming works, apart from maybe the giant bookcase with giant books.
The rest is an absolute mess, the kind of tripe that gives modern art a bad name, avoid!
Written September 18, 2016
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Hello,
Thanks for your review! We are sorry to read the exhibitions did not appeal to you. Contemporary art can be tricky, which is why we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and love for contemporary art through our knowledgeable museum hosts who are available to inform and converse about the art on display.
If you ever come back, please do not hesitate to speak to a museum host and hopefully you'll have a better experience!
Wishing you a wonderful Fall!
Best regards,
Astrup Fearnley Museet
Written October 6, 2016
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Luisito_Via_76
Manchester, VT1 contribution
Can I take pictures inside the museum?
AstrupFearnleyMuseet
Oslo, Norway
Yes you can! :)
stevemaggioni
Milan, Italy
ciao ragazzi,
avete idea di quanto costi salire sull'ascensore panoramico?
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