Ullevaal is Norway’s national football arena and one of the easiest big venues to reach in Oslo. You will find it in the northern part of the city between Ullevål Hageby and Sogn, surrounded by residential streets, the university area, and a shopping center. Most visitors arrive by metro, but buses, bikes, and even the … Read more
The Oseberg Viking Ship is the crown jewel of Norway’s Viking Age finds, a breathtaking oak longship buried with two high-status women and a treasure trove of artifacts. Discovered in a farm field near Tønsberg in 1904, it has shaped how we understand Viking craftsmanship, social life, and ritual. If you love history, design, or … Read more
For many travelers, the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo is the single museum you plan your itinerary around. Those graceful longships at Bygdøy are icons of Norway, and the museum has been closed for a major rebuild since 2021. Understandably, people keep asking when doors will open again and how to plan around it. Short … Read more
Few buildings in Norway are as instantly recognizable as the Oslo Opera House. Its sloping white roof rises straight from the Oslo Fjord, inviting everyone to walk up and take in the city and sea. Inside, the warm glow of oak wraps around stages where the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet performs. I grew up … Read more
Few experiences in Oslo match the jolt of stepping off the Holmenkollen Ski Jump tower and flying the line that ski jumpers dream about. The Holmenkollen zipline sends you out over the world-famous arena with Oslo spread below, the fjord in the distance, and forest all around. It is quick, safe, and wildly memorable. As … Read more
Flåm is one of those Norwegian places that looks exactly like the postcards. A small village tucked at the end of Aurlandsfjord, it gives you classic fjord scenery with steep mountains, glassy water, and a pace that slows you down whether you intended it or not. Most people come for the famous Flåm Railway and … Read more
Oslo’s waterfront is where city life and nature shake hands. Glassy modern architecture, a medieval fortress, island-studded waters, and the quiet drama of the Oslo Fjord all sit within a few minutes of each other. A harbour sightseeing cruise is the simplest way to take it in without juggling bus routes or hiking boots. I … Read more
Oslo has a reputation for being pricey, but the city is generous if you know where to look. Between outdoor art parks, historic landmarks, fjord swimming spots, city viewpoints, and forest trails, there are plenty of ways to fill your days without opening your wallet. This guide collects the best free things to do in … Read more
Tromsø is the Arctic capital that still feels like a small town: wooden houses, mountaintop views, a lively harbor, and quick access to raw nature. It is also friendlier on the wallet than many expect, especially if you lean into what the city does best: scenery, light, and time outdoors. As someone born and raised … Read more
Ålesund is one of Norway’s most photogenic small cities, a place where sea and mountains meet streets lined with turrets and pastel facades. It is famous for Art Nouveau architecture, island scenery, and easy access to dramatic coastal hikes. The best part for budget travelers is that many of Ålesund’s highlights cost nothing more than … Read more