Wow Robi! Can't wait to see Oslo NOW!

I have seen on the site for the Oslo pass and now is more chep... is 430 nok for the 3 days pass! I will surely take the boat for visiting the viking museum and with this trip the oslo pass is already paid!

Thank U for your tips! I'll let u know!

Grazie infinite Robi

The viking in the photo also say to u "Hello"

Hi Alfonso,

In addition to Robi's information, I visited Oslo in Summer-2007. The most experiencing moment for me was overnight cruise journey from Oslo to ??(Denmark). It was not expensive too.

Cheers,

A

Let's go all together to OSLO! and then to Denmark

From the 13 of May untill the 16 of May the Flight is 144€ from Geneve.

oooo so many thing to do in few days!

Ayodhya and Roby are really GREAT!

Thanks for this tips! 

If u know something more to say... I'm here!

I know that there is an island where people can free camping... but now I think it's too cold. I'll try to couch-surf!

Let's go to denmark with a Viking boat!

Thought I’d drop a couple of lines with the tips that come to mind. I’ve lived in Oslo for a few years and am originally from a place just an hour outside of the city.

Too bad you will not be there for 17th of May, which is the day of our independence and a national celebration of dimensions, showcasing our patriotism. Expect street parties, extensive waving of the Norwegian flag and national dresses as far as your eyes reach. A huge parade lines the streets of Oslo, marching up the parade street of Karl Johan’s gate, accumulating in front of the Royal Palace where the Royal family greets them.  Well, well, perhaps next time?

Firstly, do buy the Oslo card, it’s a great investment. Secondly, you can blow your whole budget just on food, but you don’t need to resort to Big Macs either.  Here are some ideas for good value food:

- Traditional food is not that easy to come across as those restaurants are mostly pricey, but try Rorbua at Aker Brygge.

- Curry & Ketchup at Majorstua – great Indian food at great prices

- Dattera til Hagen (Hagen’s daughter) at Grönland – lovely food in eclectic atmosphere, club/bar come night

- Champagneria at Frogner – cheap cava and tapas

- Brunello Pizzeria & Ristorante – superb Italian grub by Oslo City shopping

- Try Bocata or Santino’s chains for lunches

- Have a picnic! Visit the fish counter in one of the supermarkets, sample fresh shrimps, freshly baked bread, a lemon and some mayo, take it all to the Aker Brygge (harbour), Tjuvholmen or the Frogner park and enjoy the simple and rustique food with amazing views. Beware – no public drinking (alcohol)

Oslo is really good food wise and you don’t have to worry about quality. I also love Lofoten seafood restaurant and Südøst for their great terrace atmosphere.

Nightlife is expensive. Most bars/pubs are located in Majorstua (residential, closes early), Grünerløkka (trendy) and the centre (clubs). Where to be depends on your preferences.

Wedged between the lovely archipelago and lush, green forests, Oslo offers plenty of outdoor (and free) experiences. However, the city is also a small, urban metropolis, the capital of Norway and proud to be so. There is an array of cultural events, concerts and festivals at any given time, the new Opera House being the jewel in the crown. Rent a bike and explore the city and surroundings with wind in your hair! Areas to visit are Aker Brygge (stroll and people watch, great seafood), Majorstua (shopping) and Grünerløkka (“Soho”, shopping, cafes and bars) and of course the centre with the Royal Palace).

These are some of the must-do’s sightseeing wise:

1. VIGELAND SCULPTURE PARK

2. THE VIKING SHIP MUSEUM

3. THE MUNCH MUSEUM

4. NORWEGIAN MUSEUM OF CULTURAL HISTORY (Folk Museum)

5. THE KON-TIKI MUSEUM

In addition to that, make sure to sample the sweeping views of the fjords from the Frognerseter, a viewpoint easily reached by public transport. Have traditional waffle and coffee in the timbered café/restaurant. Also visit the new Holmenkollen Ski Jump in the hill behind the city. Or at night time, enjoy a perfectly mixed (and expensive) cocktail at the 21st floor rooftop bar Summit at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, located right by the Royal Palace. I promise you will be amazed by the view from the gent’s ;)

Check out www.visitoslo.com for the best travel tips!

Have a lovely trip!

Lene

LENE, I love U!

I hadn't read your post! :-D

GARGEOUS... now I know lots of things :-D

I have to print all so I'll not lost all of these names and places.

OSLO Here I go!

Thank U guys!

I went to Oslo last year; personally, I also enjoyed the atmosphere in the Underwater Pub: a couple of evenings every week, out of the blue students from the music Conservatory walk in the bar and start singing opera arias.

They were also quite gifted, plus it's a great way to warm up from those neverending Norwegian winter nights. And how many times will you be able to listen to some opera while having a mojito? :)

Look into couchsurfing.com  It is a website with profiles similar to facebook but you have a chance to stay with a local.  If the host has time he/she may show you around or maybe cook a meal together with you.  It is a great way to see the place you are going to and a great way to save money as it is free.  The only thing you have to do is make a profile yourself and either offer your place to stay or just offer to have a coffee or a drink.  Good luck

@Andrea thank U! I agree with the Mohito! ;-)

@Guys with all these informations after this trip I'll write a book :-D  

@ Bish I'm a CouchSurfing member! During this period I'm only surfing and not hosting...Soon we will have the national CS gathering in St. Gallen u should go there! I have already sent requests for Oslo... someone told me "No"... I wait the others!