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THE 10 BEST Oslo Points of Interest & Landmarks

Points of Interest & Landmarks in Oslo

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  • VinnieLondon
    Doha, Qatar10,596 contributions
    One of the main thoroughfares in Oslo with lots of shops and restaurants which leads to the royal palace and the parliament building is located on it. So you’ll definitely be visiting during an Oslo stay.
    Written June 13, 2023
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  • Nudnikheadache
    Glasgow, UK93 contributions
    Opening the handle to the wee door and stepping into the darkness before your eyes adjust is such a freaky feeling. The skeleton mural above the ashes at the door is beautiful. So much detail to look at. The acoustics in the room are so unique, wish I could have attended one of the concerts here.
    Written August 6, 2023
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  • Anne Marte S
    3 contributions
    Great experience! Very interesting center where you learn a lot about the vikings. And fun to do the VR game
    Written April 16, 2023
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  • Deb W
    Reno, NV2,552 contributions
    I liked the statue in front of the hall. Inside there are many restaurants to choose from. We didn't eat here but it was good to see.
    Written September 11, 2022
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  • ruthandvern
    Wilton, CA15,419 contributions
    Less than 1/2 mile from our lodging we strolled over to the North Gate Bridge and turned left. We walked along the Akerselva River through lower waterfall park. Mostly calm running there are several sets of falls. There are two fish ladders along the run. Unique in design they allow smaller fish to move through and not just the larger salmon. You pass the love lock bridge en route. The park is lovely. The last bridge takes you to the backside of the old sailcloth mill that was powered by the waters. Great sounding, exceptional beauty.
    Written July 19, 2023
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  • Syed Zakria
    Burton upon Trent, UK2 contributions
    An amazing experience to visit and see this modern and grand Grand Mosque built by the Oslo Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. At the time the Centenary year of the women's wing of the movement was being commemorated, the mosque had been opened to the public to visit and share in the celebrations. There are multiple prayer halls where you can worship and contemplate or make your private prayer.

    The Ahmadiyya Muslim Movement believe that Hadhrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad who established the community in 1889 in India is the same Messiah that all the Worlds Great Religions (Islam, Christianity, Judaism) await. You can get free literature to learn more, often in multiple languages.

    Highly recommend this!!
    Written October 14, 2022
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  • Martin Brenvasser
    La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland65 contributions
    If you are interested in , street art and bit of underground community you must go trough this place. It is hidden and you passing park, with small river so beautiful location .
    Written November 1, 2019
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC6,210 contributions
    I was surprised to see the big statue of former US president here. There must be some story behind this, his statue being on the path to the Akerhaus Fortress and Castle.

    I took several pictures here and briefly sat down at the bench to enjoy rhe views.
    Written May 9, 2023
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  • zuv
    Bucharest, Romania27,047 contributions
    The square in front of the cathedral. Not very big, surrounded by old buildings. I found here a souvenir shop. Otherwise, nothing to remember...
    Written June 6, 2022
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  • WatfordNeil
    Enfield, London182 contributions
    Interesting seeing the change of guards. There weren’t so many people around so could get close. If you do see it then go to the right of the palace for the best views. Not a huge ceremony but worth looking at if nearby.
    Written March 9, 2022
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  • Dima C
    Tel Aviv, Israel339 contributions
    A story of reconstruction of Oslo after the fire of 1624 by Christian IV, who decided where exactly the town should be rebuilt
    Written July 7, 2023
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  • forestfire76
    Vantaa, Finland7 contributions
    This is a hidden gem, a short trip from Oslo, for anyone who is interested in astronomy, science, nature and history. The location is set on a hilltop above Harestua, with beautiful scenery and good hiking opportunities in the forest.

    The place has played a significant role in Norwegian astronomy since it was built in the fifties, and was at one point among the leading sun observatories in Europe. It was one of the first observatories to combine visual and radio telescope images. Most of the equipment is still in use, including the sun telescope and spectrometer.

    It has a rich history, which involves being used as a satellite monitoring station during the Cold War. The camera was removed by the US, but the observation site now houses other telescopes including one with a rich history of its own dating back to WW II.

    It is worthwhile checking their website before visiting, because they arrange different types of events throughout the year. If you visit when the place is staffed you will meet very friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable people. It has been privately owned and run since the University of Oslo decided to stop funding a few years back.

    We visited Solobservatoriet on an open evening event in May. It's easily accessible by car (the gate will be open when they have special events), bike or walking from the Harestua train stop. They offer school excursions and events for children.

    If you are interested in science and astronomy in particular, this is well worth a visit.
    Written June 15, 2017
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  • Nedelakttraveler
    Salmon Arm, Canada657 contributions
    Life work of interesting sculptures. Interesting is best description, liberal and thought provocative sculptures. This would be my 2nd highest recommend to see in Oslo (after City Hall)
    Written August 2, 2018
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  • delagioventu
    Luxembourg City, Luxembourg1,317 contributions
    Maybe they could do more with this. I was a little bit disappointed as the information is a bit haphazard. The only room which is exciting is the one with the screens about all the Nobel price winners for peace.
    Written April 6, 2018
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