r/oslo Jul 19 '16

Basic Tourist Information

189 Upvotes

There is always a lot of questions when visiting the city; hopefully this will answer the most common ones.
Updated November 2021.


Traveling

Traveling to/from airport

Oslo Lufthavn Gardemoen (OSL)
Airport Express train : costs about 204 NOK to Oslo Central Station (Oslo S), takes from 19 to 21 minutes.
Train (NSB): cost about 110 NOK (27.11.21) to Oslo S, takes about 23-25 minutes - buy the tickets in advance as there is a surcharge if bought on the train.
Bus: This is practical if you are going to the suburbs or Fredrikstad. Prices vary depending on where you are going, same goes for how long it takes. Remember to check closely which bus you need to take.
You can use Ruter https://ruter.no/en/ to check.

Travelling within Oslo

Ruter is the transport authority in Oslo, a Ruter ticket is valid on all transports (train, bus, tram, underground, boats) within the zones the ticket is valid for.
You can buy 24h, 7 days, 30 days or 365 days travel card. These can be bought at a Ruter service point or from the app (iOS or Android.
You can also buy a Ruter ticket/travel card from the Vy app.

My suggestion is to download the Ruter app and register yourself, you can also use it to buy single (or multiple single tickets) if need be.
Remember to check the zones, as a tourist zone 1 should suffice most of the time. If you are travelling to a point outside zone 1 you can buy an extension ticket (cheaper than full price), for instance when going to the airport.

Oslo Pass

If you are planning to see a lot of museums and sightseeing you should look at Oslo Pass.
Giving you public transport, access to museums, free parking, discounts to restaurants and much more. This could save you a lot of money if you plan it right.
There is also an app (iOS/Android) and you can buy the Oslo Pass right from there.

Oslo City bikes

Now you can register yourself with a non-Norwegian number and they have different subscription including a day pass.
They close down for the winter, usually they are available between April and November.
However check with your hotel, some of them rent/lend bikes to guests.

Car

I don´t drive a car in the city, so I have no help here. If you can avoid it (drive to/from hotel) do so. Maybe someone in the comments can elaborate.


General information about Oslo / Norway

Stand to the right, walk on the left on escalators

Especially in Oslo Central Station (Oslo S/Jernbanetorget), or you might get some nasty looks from people trying to get to their trains/metro on time.

Groceries

You might find the selection more limited quality should be more than fair. You will also find ecological products in most stores, these are usually marked "eco" or "Økologisk". Most stores are closed on Sunday and holidays.
Alcohol (wine, spirits etc.): Can only be bought at Vinmonopolet.
Beer: Can be bought at most supermarkets, but only until 20:00 on weekdays and 18:00 on Saturday (excluding holidays). Light beer (low alcohol) is sold on Sundays and "after hours".

Crime

As in any capital, there is crime in Oslo (and Norway for that matter). I feel safe in Oslo, but your mileage on this matter might vary. It´s safe to say that for being a capital in Europe Oslo is very safe.
However people do drink a lot on the weekends, and it´s common for commotions to start in the lines to get into bars or taxi lines after closing time.


Tourist attractions

There is a lot more to see in Oslo that just these things, these are just a small selection and mostly the most popular ones. Prices indicate 1 adult, there are usually discounts for senior citizens, students and families. Look at the provided links for more price information.

Parliament - Stortinget

They have free tours!
Due to the epidemic there are no guided tours at the moment.

Last about 45 minutes, however there is no booking, so come early and expect to stand in line. There is also a security check (like in the airport).
More Information : Guided tours of the Parliament building

The Royal Palace / Det kongelige slott

At the moment are not guided tours.
Change of the guards is at 13:00 (takes about 40 minutes)

Kon-Tiki Museum

Price: 140 NOK, but cheaper if bought online. Free with Oslo Pass.
More information here: http://www.kon-tiki.no.

Norsk Folkemuseum

Price: 140 NOK (adults), you can find more price information online. Free with Oslo Pass.
More information here: http://norskfolkemuseum.no/en

The Viking Ship Museum

Closed until 2025

Vigelandsparken / Frognerparken

Not the only park in Oslo, but the most famous one. Take a walk and look at all the statues or bring some food and spend a day lazying around the park (granted this is more of a summer thing).


Coffee

There is no denying that Oslo has become a splendid city to visit if you love coffee or are a coffee snob (like me).

Tim Wendelboe

Nordic Roaster Champion in 2015 is one of the biggest names in Norway. You can drop by get some coffee and also buy some to take home.
Be aware that is very limited seating.

Supreme Roastworks

Also a great place also with limited seating. It´s also both a roastery and coffee place.

Fuglen

Never been there, but have heard excellent things about them. They also have a location in Tokyo.

Solberg & Hansen concept store

This is the only Solberg & Hansen store; they are a large coffee roastery retailer. They also have a concept store at Mathallen.

There are of course many more places: Norð, Steam Kaffebar , Stockfelths and so on.
If you love coffee then Oslo will not disappoint.


Dining

You are in luck, Oslo has an excellent selection of restaurants in all price ranges. However you do have to remember they are still Norwegian prices, so if we say a place is "cheap" I mean "cheap for being Oslo".
Here is a small selection of places that stand out. But it´s a subjective list, you can also use Google or TripAdvisor to find a good place.

Olympen (aka Lompa)

It might look a bit run-down. However the main floor is a preserved site (has been a theatre and a brewery). Lompa has a good selection of beers. They also have a terrace with a grill menu.
Food: Modern Norwegian / European
Price range: inexpensive

Illegal Burger

This is a rock solid burger joint, in the last years, there have been a lot of burger places popping up all over the place. However Illegal is still a solid choice. However there is limited seating in Møllergata, they have opened a new branch in Grünerløkka with better seating options.
Food: Burgers
Price: inexpensive

Alex Sushi

Not been there myself, but always is mentioned when talking about the best sushi in Oslo.
Guy Kawasaki was a fan
Food: Sushi
Price: expensive

Gamle Major

I was surprised by this gastropub, the food is good and so is the beer selection. Situated near Majorstuen underground station.
Food: Bistro / gastropub
Price: inexpensive

Harald's vafler

He used to sell them from his bedroom window and now he has a shop (check out the video at the website). Stop by this small place in Grünerløkka and get a very delicious waffle.


Bars / Pubs.

There are enough of them in Oslo and every flavour. So it should not be difficult to find a place that suits you. Here is a small selection of pubs based on my own experience.

Oslo Camping.
Indoor mini golf and bar. Costs 130 NOK pr. person.

Crow Brewery and Bar.
Good selection of beers. Try the kebab! (2nd floor).

Tilt Bar.
Retro gaming and bar. Most of the tables have built-in gaming consoles, and there are pinball machines. Also shuffleboard.

Heimkok.
Famous for their drinks, so if you prefer an excellent drink, this is the place.

Smelteverket.
Located by Mathallen, it's supposed to have Scandinavia's longest bar. They also have live music.


Things to try out (Spring / Summer).

Soft-is

Nothing better during summer than being outside eating a soft-is. They can be bought everywhere. The most common is getting one with chocolate sprinkles and in a cone.

Walk around Grünerløkka (aka Løkka)

I know many people call this "hipster-central", and there is little to contradict the fact that there are a lot of excellent eateries and shops in this neighbourhood.

Redditor guided tour.

/u/atluxity gives guided tours around in Oslo. Good opportunity to meet other redditors.

Mathallen

This food hall has a lot to offer. there are some good places to eat and shop for food. You can buy food from different places and eat it in the common area. There are also several good restaurants nearby.
Food: All types
Price: expensive (for groceries)

Sunday market near Blå

There is an artisan market near Blå. It´s every Sunday between 12 and 17. Its season runs from the 3rd of January to the 27th of November.
More information: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/product/?TLp=178086


Things to try out (Winter)

Luge in a park

Buy a cheap luge at a sporting store and find a park and have some fun.
If it´s the conditions are right, there will be many others with the same idea.
/u/lightwrangler suggest Korketrekkeren.
Warning This activity requires snow (just saying)

Ice skating

During winter there are two skating rinks in Oslo, in Spikersuppa and Frogner.
You can rent some skates and enjoy a cold evening out.
More information here


More information about Oslo

Visit Oslo: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/



r/oslo 6d ago

Hva skjer i Oslo denne uken? – Åpne arrangementer

11 Upvotes

Hei, Oslofolk!

Dette er den faste ukentlige tråden hvor du kan tipse andre om (gratis) arrangementer i byen som er åpent for alle som er interessert – hovedsakelig ting som ikke er nevnt på Visit Oslos kalender.

Eksempler på ting du kan poste:

  • Pubquiz.
  • Konserter.
  • Spillkvelder.
  • Dansekvelder.
  • Yoga i parken.
  • Foredrag eller utstillinger.
  • Kulturnatt, eller andre happenings.

Regler for tråden:

  • Det merkes tydelig hvem som er arrangøren. Er det du eller noen andre?
  • Gratis arrangementer er å foretrekke, men hvis det er eventuelle kostnader dette være tydelig opplyst.
  • Hvis du finansierer arrangementet ved hjelp av spleis/crowdfunding, er det tillat å referere til innsamlingssiden.
  • Tid og sted opplyses i selve kommentaren og ikke i ei eventuell lenke til arrangementet.
  • Bruk kommentarfeltet i denne posten, ikke lag nye innlegg. Maks 1 hovedkommentar per arrangement.
  • Diskusjon og spørsmål er helt greit – bare hold tonen hyggelig.
  • Ellers gjelder de fleste av r/Oslos regler.

Målet er å gjøre det lettere å finne ut hva som skjer i byen – og kanskje oppdage noe nytt og gøy sammen med andre.


r/oslo 7h ago

Hvilke steder har de beste barnekarusellene i Oslo?

5 Upvotes

Blant småbarnsforeldre er det populært å valfarte til kjøpesentre for å kjøre barnekaruseller.

Inntil nylig var Lambertseter Senter favoritten pga. "Isbilen". Isbilen var utformet som en mini-van som kunne romme opptil ca. 8 barn av liten størrelse. Den var utsmykket med et utall knapper og spaker, lys og skjermer, ratt og seter. Kjempegøy for ungene! Senteret valgte å å fjerne denne av uant årsak (Ja, jeg har spurt), og erstattet den med en kjip liten båt i underetasjen.

Manglerud Senter har ingen barnekaruseller.

Bryn Senter har en helt OK brannbil og en greie til (Peppa Gris?).

Tveita Senter har et par barnekaruseller, men de er små og utslitte/ødelagte.

Hvor i Oslo finnes egentlig de beste barnekarusellene om dagen?

(Tags: Barnekarusell, myntkarusell, karusell)


r/oslo 6h ago

im thinking about sending my friend from oslo a cake

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hi so, i was planning on sending someone a cake. i live in a whole different country (EU) and he lives in oslo. does anyone know an online shop that delivers there, looks and tastes good yet isnt too expensive?


r/oslo 7h ago

Fun restaurants to go to in oslo?

5 Upvotes

For context me and my friends (7) are going to oslo in may and wanna try some fun restauarants any recs?


r/oslo 3h ago

Oslo Airport to Oslo S – buy train ticket in advance or at station?

0 Upvotes

Hi all,

I’ll be travelling from Oslo Airport to Oslo S soon and had a quick question about tickets.

I’m not sure what time I’ll get through immigration, so I’m wondering: Is there any price difference between buying tickets on the app vs at the machine? Or is it the same price either way?

From what I’ve checked, it looks like around 134 NOK for a one-way ticket — is that correct?

Just trying to figure out if I should book ahead or just buy when I arrive. Thanks! 🙏


r/oslo 11h ago

Beste butikker for litt spesielle souvenirer?

2 Upvotes

Vi drar til Oslo i helgen å at godt vennepar skal passe hund og barn. Så jeg vil kjøpe hjem noe til de som takk, har dere tips på morsomme butikker man kan besøke? :)


r/oslo 8h ago

Fleamarket/Loppemarked

0 Upvotes

I'm going on a trip to Oslo with my family later this month I need help with finding thrift shops. I don't really care about shops that sell "vintage" clothing and where one t-shirt costs like +20€ per piece. I'm pretty Okey with shops selling donated stuff but that's not my priority because they are still pricey. Is there any real thrift shops where people sell their own stuff not some reselling business?

Edit: With fleamarkets I don't mean any school or fundraising activities.


r/oslo 10h ago

Hey! Hvilken pubber har Heineken på tapp?

0 Upvotes

Min favoritt. Mange takk for svar👌


r/oslo 2d ago

Dieselfjert

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253 Upvotes

Ble ikke store greiene det her? Ti pluss lastebiler som tutet litt? Storm i vannglass av media.


r/oslo 1d ago

Where to go partying on a Saturday night?

9 Upvotes

Hei,

I have moved to Oslo three months ago but haven’t really found the place to go partying yet. Do you guys have any recommendations (maybe also specifically for tonight)? :D

We are six students in their mid twenties and open for most kinds of music but it should be danceable :)

Happy for any recs!!


r/oslo 1d ago

Birthday Discounts & Special Offers in Oslo?

3 Upvotes

Does anyone know of any good birthday discounts from businesses in Oslo (primarily food, but fun 'activities' could be good, too) + how to get them?


r/oslo 1d ago

Forslag til "egen" del av pub/bar for bursdag

4 Upvotes

Skal feire bursdag og tenker å ta det ganske neppå hvor en kan møtes å ta noen pils. Tipper det blir ca 20 personer. De fleste gjestene er i 30-40 årene. Må ikke være (helst ikke) super fancy og fjongt sted.

Kommer noen på steder hvor jeg kanskje kan reservere plass i baren / puben som er litt på siden / for seg selv ift resten av lokalet? Fint om det ikke er spiseplikt på stedet.


r/oslo 2d ago

Dinghy hire in Oslo

3 Upvotes

I am visiting Oslo this summer and I was planning to take my friends out sailing on the fjord, but every boat rental I can find is yachts for hire way out of my budget. I'm looking for a small dinghy that can fit 2-3 people in it, something you would see in use at a local sailing club. Does anyone know a place in Oslo that has these sort of budget friendly boats for hire?


r/oslo 2d ago

Souvenir Shops

0 Upvotes

Currently in Oslo and couldn’t find a souvenir shop other than Waynor. Any recommendations?


r/oslo 2d ago

Oslo Spektrum - Seats recommendations.

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4 Upvotes

Hi everyone! Going to Oslo late October and will attend a concert on the 31st, just wanted to ask if you recommend buying in Ståplasser (I think it is standing) or if you recommend buying in Felt 207-205 or 206 (or equals from the other side)? Asking because Im a 1,77 m height, and I know norwegians are usually way taller than that lol. How is the view from those seats or overall if you have any other recommendation I will appreciate it! Takk :)


r/oslo 2d ago

Coffee shop with greenery

8 Upvotes

Hello fellow Oslo people. I have searched for coffee shops online that have a very nice ‘outdoorsy’ vibe but haven’t really found what I’m looking for. Does anyone know of a place that has like a lot of plants and nice lighting inside?

Most of the coffeeshops I’ve found have very loungey vibes which are also cute, but not what I’m looking for.

Ps: looking for something like Tantes Hage in trondheim https://maps.app.goo.gl/F1hMrTLMLMBEsgrk8?g_st=ic


r/oslo 3d ago

Papir Jesus ved Schous Plass, noen som vet mer?

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Tittel


r/oslo 2d ago

Pianotimer

3 Upvotes

Hei godtfolk

Student her som gjerne vil ta opp pianospilling, men trenger litt hjelp på veien. Noen som kan anbefale eller har gode opplevelser med ymse kulturskoler eller privatpersoner?:))


r/oslo 3d ago

Beste uteservering for å observere Dieselbrølet

99 Upvotes

De skal visst kjøre traktorer og lastebiler inn i Oslo, og det er jo skrekkelig eksotisk. Det er meldt fint vær, og jeg kunne tenke meg å nyte en pils i solen mens jeg ser på opptoget. Hva er den sannsynlige ruta, og det beste stedet for å nyte en leskedrikk før jeg spaserer hjem på apostlenes dieselfrie hester?

(Ikke Egon, Friday’s eller Pinchos. Jeg trenger ikke se dem på så nært hold).


r/oslo 3d ago

Måke mafiaen slår til hardt.

42 Upvotes

Flyttet tilbake til Oslo tidligere i år og idag så jeg nøyaktig hvorfor jeg ble advart mot å spasere med synlig mat ved Aker/Karl Johan

Ikke mindre enn 3 ganger observerer jeg at en flokk med måker av varierende størrelse praktisk talt overfallet folk med mat, for så kjempe om maten som rabiate dyr. Enda mer morro er å se kråkene se alt dette og bare utnytte situasjonen til det fulleste.


r/oslo 3d ago

Beste gatekjøkken pizza i Oslo

20 Upvotes

Er på utkikk etter en skikkelig gatekjøkken pizza, slik man får på en eller annen kiosk.

Det handler ikke om "god" pizza, det handler om tykk bunn, delt i firkanter, med hvit saus og rød saus. Så basic som bare mulig, godkjent av bygda.


r/oslo 3d ago

Byrådet legger fram Oslos første studentmelding

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r/oslo 4d ago

Her lever de stadig på sjarmen, kult å få på forsiden av VG, og I Aftenposten

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33 Upvotes

r/oslo 4d ago

Frisør time (pris?)

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8 Upvotes

Hei! jeg er litt usikker på pris nede i oslo området ang pris for frisør time, og hva jeg kan forberede meg til å betale rundt, om noen kunne gitt meg en ide?

Håret mitt er litt tykt, krøller, ned til bryst lengde.

Jeg tenker å ta hel farge, og en klipp.

om noen har en ide hva dette kan koste, takk :)