East Norway
The east is not only home to the capital city Oslo with interesting landmarks, shops, museums, and cafes, but also striking nature. Visitors will find conifer forests, valleys etched deep into the mountains and rolling hills along the vast fjords.
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Most popular attractions in East Norway
Nobel Peace Centre
Step into the stories of those who changed the world. The Nobel Peace Center in Oslo...
Vigeland Sculpture Park
Within Frogner Park, you’ll find one of Oslo’s most popular attractions, the Vigeland...
Oslo Opera House
The Oslo Opera House is a striking modern landmark located right by the Oslofjord. Its...
Oslo
The first place that greets most visitors to Norway is Oslo, Norway’s capital city and...
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Karl Johans Gate
A leisurely stroll down Karl Johans Gate, Oslo’s main thoroughfare, is a must for anyone...
Oslo Royal Palace
Built in the early 19th century, the Royal Palace is the official residence of King...
Oslo Cathedral
The Oslo Cathedral (“Oslo Domkirke”) is the main church for the diocese of Oslo as well...
Aker Brygge
Aker Brygge is Oslo’s bustling waterfront area. By day, you can browse shops and enjoy a...
Kon-Tiki Museum
The Kon-Tiki Museum (“Kon-Tiki Museet”) celebrates the life and achievements of...
Norwegian Maritime Museum
You’ll find the Norwegian Maritime Museum right by Oslofjord’s chilly waters, close to...
Fram Museum
Discover this maritime treasure on Oslo's leafy Bygdøy peninsula, just a scenic ferry...
Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
You’ll find the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History on the Bygdøy peninsula, surrounded...
Oscarshall Slott
The Oscarshall Slott was built as a summer home for King Oscar II in 1852. It was a...
Munch Museum
The Munch Museum (“Munch Museet”) houses the largest collection of works by Norwegian...
Norwegian Museum of Technology
The Norwegian Museum of Technology charts Norway’s journey through invention, industry...
Norwegian National Gallery
The National Gallery, part of the Norwegian National Museum, contains Norway’s largest...
Oslo City Hall
Oslo City Hall stands on the edge of the Oslofjord, its towers and red-brick façade...
Oslo City Museum
The Oslo City Museum is set within the historic Frogner Manor, surrounded by the gardens...
Tusenfryd Amusement Park
Tusenfryd (Thousand Joys) is Norway’s largest theme park, located about 20 kilometres...
Nordmarka
To enjoy the outdoors like a local, do as the Norwegians do and hit the trails....
Holmenkollen Ski Jump & Museum
First built in 1892, the Holmenkollen Ski Jump (Holmenkollbakken) is among Oslo’s top...
Gol
Gol lies in the heart of the Hallingdal district, surrounded by rolling hills, rivers,...
Hamar
Hamar sits on the shores of Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake. The wide waters reflect...
Trysil Mountain Resort
The Trysil Mountain Resort, located in Norway’s largest ski area, boasts great views of...
Jotunheimen National Park
According to Norwegian mythology, Jotunheimen is the home of trolls and giants. However,...
Rondane National Park
Rondane is Norway’s oldest national park, established in 1962 to protect its wild...
Dovrefjell–Sunndalsfjella National Park
The Dovrefjell–Sunndalsfjella National Park lies along the high Dovrefjell mountain...
Røros
The small mountain village of Røros is well worth a visit, featuring characteristic...
Lillehammer
Lillehammer is probably best known as the host city of the 1994 Winter Olympics. This...
Vinstra
The rural village of Vinstra is most famous for Peer Gynt, a comical figure from...
Akershus Fortress
Standing guard over Oslo’s harbour, Akershus Fortress is a medieval castle and...
National Museum of Norway
The National Museum of Norway sits on Oslo’s waterfront at Vestbanen, near the City Hall...
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