Museum of Decorative Arts and Design
Free: Sundays Founded in 1876, The Museum of Decorative Arts and Design was one of the first of its kind in Europe. In addition to temporary exhibitions, attractions include the permanent exhibitions “Design and Craft 1905–2005”, “STYLE 1100–1905”, The Costume...
Museum of Architecture
Free: Sundays Architecture museum that explores both contemporary and historical themes. The collection includes drawings, photographs and models. The main building, designed by Christian Heinrich Grosch, was completed in 1830. It was adapted and extended by Sverre Fehn before opening...
Akershus Fortress
Free: All time Akershus Fortress, located in the city centre by the Oslo Fjord, is a great place to discover Oslo’s history and enjoy a summer day. The building of Akershus Castle and Fortress was commenced in 1299 under king...
Ekebergparken Sculpture Park
Free: All time At Ekebergparken Sculpture Park, visitors can partake in experiences involving both art, history and nature. The park is large, with woods, established paths and art. All sculptures are of high quality and are representative of European art...
Norwegian Customs Museum
Free: All time At the Norwegian Customs Museum, visitors can find original uniforms and items dating back more than 350 years. Models and documents about Norwegian Customs and the history of import and export to and from Norway are covered...
Film Museum
Free: All time Visit the Film Museum and experience the technological development in Norwegian film-making. Through informative and fun samples and original instruments, you may see and listen to the history of cinema. Optical toys and interactive stations. Viewing of...
Oslo City Museum
Free: All time Oslo City Museum in Frogner Park presents Oslo’s history with models, paintings, and photographs. Next to the museum is Frogner Manor, which contains magnificent halls and interiors from about 1750-1900. Guided tours are available in Norwegian at...
Intercultural Museum
Free: All time Intercultural Museum in Grønland explores Norway’s immigration history and cultural changes in Norwegian society. Free guided tours in Norwegian on Saturdays and Sundays at 12pm and at 2pm. Gallery IKM shows a variety of art and traditions....
Labour Museum
Free: All time The Labour Museum is located in the heart of Oslo’s labour history, with well-kept workers’ dwellings, winding streets and old factory building. Here you find schools, public pools and factories which also become an integral part of...


