Oslo Travel Guide
Perching on the water’s edge, surrounded by vast tracts of wild greenery, and with world class, well, everything, it’s easy to see why Oslo consistently ranks as one of the best places in the world to live. While you might not be able to up sticks and move to this perfect little slice of Scandinavia, you can always come and visit – and you’d be short on nothing but time.
Despite being rammed with great restaurants, daring cultural spaces, and an astounding range of architecture, the city is quite compact, meaning you’re never too far from your next adventure. And that’s all before we get started on the stunning nature that surrounds the Norwegian capital, an area replete with magical woodland walks and serene lakes. There’s also thousands of years of history etched into the patchwork of the city, weaving seamlessly with the modern tastes of the cosmopolitan inhabitants. It’s this mixture that makes Oslo such a unique place.
Oslo Travel Guide
Perching on the water’s edge, surrounded by vast tracts of wild greenery, and with world class, well, everything, it’s easy to see why Oslo consistently ranks as one of the best places in the world to live. While you might not be able to up sticks and move to this perfect little slice of Scandinavia, you can always come and visit – and you’d be short on nothing but time.
Despite being rammed with great restaurants, daring cultural spaces, and an astounding range of architecture, the city is quite compact, meaning you’re never too far from your next adventure. And that’s all before we get started on the stunning nature that surrounds the Norwegian capital, an area replete with magical woodland walks and serene lakes. There’s also thousands of years of history etched into the patchwork of the city, weaving seamlessly with the modern tastes of the cosmopolitan inhabitants. It’s this mixture that makes Oslo such a unique place.
Soundtrack of the country
Have a Roaring Time in the City of Tigers
3 course meal for 2: £75.40
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A regular cappuccino: £3.63
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A medium beer: £7.54
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One-way (Local Transport): £3.18
Have a Roaring Time in the City of Tigers
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3 course meal for 2: £75.40
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A regular cappuccino: £3.63
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A medium beer: £7.54
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One-way (Local Transport):£3.18
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Oslo
Unsurprisingly, Oslo has warm summers and cold winters, both compounded by the humidity in the air. However, thanks to its coastal location, the city is slightly warmer than the surrounding areas – although we’d recommend a big jacket if you’re going any time but summer. It is quite a rainy city, but during summer daylight lasts almost 18 hours, and the days never move beyond twilight. Conversely, there’s very little daylight over winter, but you are almost guaranteed snow. The city is ready for all kinds of weather, predictable given the Scandinavian talent for making their cities liveable.
Discover the Real Oslo
There’s a few centuries and then some of culture packed into the Norwegian capital, so don’t be surprised if everybody gives you a different answer to what’s ‘authentic’ about the city. The cool thing about Oslo is that cutting edge art sits minutes away from ancient structures; you can eat haute cuisine that uses fresh local produce or at a greasy spoon serving up Norwegian home-cooking. The variety is endless, and we’ve taken in as much of the city as we can to make sure you have an unparalleled Oslo experience.
Oslo is a city of culture, surrounded by a wealth of nature. People who prefer their walks paved and their heads covered by ceilings are drowning in choice when it comes to things to see and do in the city. There are dozens of museums and galleries, cultural event spaces where you can watch things like dance recitals and comedy, as well as a plethora of activities for the historically-minded (reconstructed Viking ships are a firm favourite). Outside of the city there are pine-scented walks in what feel like absolute wilds, even though you’re never too far from civilisation.
While Oslo doesn’t have the same culinary reputation as its Scandinavian capital city cousin Copenhagen, there’s still plenty for foodie visitors to get into when they visit the Norwegian capital. Fish and seafood are obvious specialties, but you can get great Italian, middle-eastern, and Japanese food in the city – especially sushi. The city’s also home to a range of bars, from classic boozers you want to spend warm winter nights in, to chic bars that attract the young and cool of the city.
With so much to do and a finite amount of time to do it in, planning an Oslo trip can be a bit much. When you add in the fact it’s one of the most expensive cities in the world, that’s an added pressure. However, with our guides and tips we’re sure your holiday will end up being priceless.
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Oslo is a city of culture, surrounded by a wealth of nature. People who prefer their walks paved and their heads covered by ceilings are drowning in choice when it comes to things to see and do in the city. There are dozens of museums and galleries, cultural event spaces where you can watch things like dance recitals and comedy, as well as a plethora of activities for the historically-minded (reconstructed Viking ships are a firm favourite). Outside of the city there are pine-scented walks in what feel like absolute wilds, even though you’re never too far from civilisation.
- Food & Drink
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While Oslo doesn’t have the same culinary reputation as its Scandinavian capital city cousin Copenhagen, there’s still plenty for foodie visitors to get into when they visit the Norwegian capital. Fish and seafood are obvious specialties, but you can get great Italian, middle-eastern, and Japanese food in the city – especially sushi. The city’s also home to a range of bars, from classic boozers you want to spend warm winter nights in, to chic bars that attract the young and cool of the city.
- Guides & tips
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With so much to do and a finite amount of time to do it in, planning an Oslo trip can be a bit much. When you add in the fact it’s one of the most expensive cities in the world, that’s an added pressure. However, with our guides and tips we’re sure your holiday will end up being priceless.
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