What to see in Oslo
Oslo is characterized by a mix of old and new architecture, parks, hills, museums, monuments, lakes, forests and the fjord. It is a vibrant city, excellent for shopping, culture and sports activities. The history of Oslo goes back to the Viking Age, and embraces cultural traits from the middle age, centuries under Danish and Swedish rule, our history as a sea nation and love for the outdoors.
The Scandinavian capital of live music
The people of Oslo love music, evidenced by the more than 5.000 yearly concerts in the city. With several major, yearly festivals and lots of weekly gigs, Oslo has earned the title as the capital of live music in Scandinavia. With a wide variety of genres, everything from jazz to heavy metal, Oslo will cater to your very particular taste of music.
Explore these attractions nearby Radisson Blu Plaza
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Botanical Garden
1,2 km – 17 min walk
Large garden at Tøyen with ample botanical variety and diversity. Most of the area is designed as an Arboretum, with approximately 1800 different plants.
Photo: VisitOSLO / Didrick Stensersen
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Grünerløkka
2,1 km – 30 min walk
Cafés, restaurants and niche shops on every corner.
Photo: VisitOSLO / Fara Mohri
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The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet
1,1 km – 15 min walk
Award-winning, iconic building that houses the Norwegian National Ballet, the Opera Orchestra and the Ballet School.
Photo: VisitOSLO / Thomas Johannessen
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MUNCH Museum
1,2 km – 17 min walk
Experience the world's largest collection of Edvard Munch paintings in 13 floors!
Photo: Munchmuseet
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Bjørvika
1,2 km – 17 min walk
Just east of the city center, a new Oslo neighborhood has emerged from the fjord. Once a busy container port and highway junction, Bjørvika has transformed, with the motorway now underground, the containers gone, and the waterfront revitalized.
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Ekebergparken Sculpture Park
Take the tram nr 19 from Jernbanetorget to Ekebergparken. 7 min walk to Jernbanetoget and 9 min by tram to the park.
Park that combines nature, history and art.
Photo: Damien Hirst / Ekebergparken / Ivar Kvaal
Photo: Sandro Kradolfer
May 17th — Norway's Constitution Day
We highly recommend that you extend your stay by a day or two so you can experience the unique celebration of Norway’s Constitution Day.
Photo: Nanisimova / Shutterstock
Photo: Visit Norway / Field Productions
Oslo Visitor Centre
Oslo's friendly tourist information centre has plenty to offer both visitors and locals!
Oslo Pass
The Oslo Pass saves you both time and money while you explore our beautiful city.