Oslo is the economic and governmental centre of Norway. The city is also a hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping. It is an important centre for maritime industries and maritime trade in Europe.

Jun 8, 2023 · Ranking of the top 18 things to do in Oslo. Travelers favorites include #1 Oslo Fjord, #2 Vigeland Park (Vigelandsparken) and more.

Oslo in every season. Go for a stroll in lively neighbourhoods and explore everything from innovative architecture and world-class museums to hip bars and heavenly eateries.

Official travel guide for Oslo with updated info on hotels and accommodation, map, tourist information, congress, attractions, activities and concerts.

Jan 16, 2025 · Oslo, capital and largest city of Norway. It lies at the head of Oslo Fjord in the southeastern part of the country. The history of Oslo is one of shifting locations, statuses, and names over the centuries. The original site of Oslo was east of the Aker River.

Jun 27, 2024 · There’s now a clutch of world-class cultural institutions, striking modern architecture and a slew of places to swim, cycle and stroll. Two long-awaited museums have also opened their doors to the public in recent years – the National Museum and Munch.

Mar 5, 2023 · With a population of more than 700,000, Oslo is the largest city and capital of Norway. Oslo is not only the political, cultural and economic centre of Norway, it is also one of the biggest cities in Scandinavia. The city of Oslo hasn’t always been the capital of Norway, though. Far from it in fact.

Surrounded by mountains and sea, this compact, cultured and fun city has a palpable sense of reinvention. When Oslo was named capital of Norway in 1299, King Håkon V ordered the construction of Akershus, strategically located on the eastern side of the harbour…

Jun 12, 2024 · Norway’s premier city has always had grand architecture, a subversive artistic undercurrent and unfettered access to pristine nature. But a two-decade-long harborfront glow-up has catapulted Oslo from under-the-radar Scandi city to certified culture capital.

Oslo’s most visited tourist attractions – info about the most popular museums, Holmenkollen, Vigeland Park, Akershus Fortress, etc.