Oslo

The stylish capital city of Norway

The first place that greets most visitors to Norway is Oslo, Norway’s capital city and home to Gardermoen Airport, the country’s main international gateway. As Norway’s seat of government, the city also serves as its cultural and economic centre.

But despite its status as the country’s largest, Oslo is well known for its “small town” feel and natural beauty in addition to its abundant cultural and historical attractions.

Nestled at the end of Oslofjord in eastern Norway, the city is surrounded by green hills and mountains and is often cited as being one of the world’s greenest and most liveable cities. Here, nature is never out of reach: within the city limits are 40 islands, 343 lakes and countless parks.

Thanks to Oslo’s proximity to nature, “getting away from it all” is a journey measured in minutes. With ample public transportation and many parks and attractions close by, manoeuvring around Oslo is relatively easy. In just a short commute from the city centre, you can stroll through a park or perhaps explore the trails in the nearby forested areas.

The city itself is an interesting blend of traditional Scandinavian design and modern cosmopolitan influences. This fusion of “old meets new” can be seen in places like Aker Brygge, the old waterfront area that is now a buzzing neighbourhood of trendy shops, bars and restaurants.