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When writing reviews, "personal experience" is sometimes a partial thing. IN the case of the Oslo Opera House, here's what Gayle and I have experienced to far: - A stunning signature skyline view of the building from our Cruise ship and the waterfront onshore. - A lingering walk through the Lobby and a peak in a couple costume shop windows. - The Roof. In some places, you might be arrested for walking on a roof. But here, in Oslo, this roof is truly a beautiful surface meant to be stepped on, and we did! And what an cool time it was, uneven surfaces and all. Just like Norwegian nature. What our experience really didn't include: - Under our feet on the roof were three highly differently designed stages, a myriad of public rooms and halls to explore, and a vibrant workplace for more than 600 opera and ballet professionals. - Experiencing an actual performance. That was our main regret and we didn't care what language it was in. Hence, the 4 Stars. We need to earn that last star by finishing our personal experience here.
I did not go inside the opera house, but I have a feeling most visitors to Oslo experience the opera house in the same way that I did - by walking on top of it. Definitely worth checking out for the somewhat novel experience and views of the surrounding city.
Absolutely gorgeous building. Went to see Cinderella with two friends and everyone was dressed to the nines, really fun to see everyone's outfits. The performance itself was also breathtaking. Loved everything about this experience. There is a bar and restaurant but you can't drink inside the auditorium itself. Every floor has a nice lookout onto the atrium and its design was also impeccable. Walked outside afterwards and again still in awe of the beauty of this building and city
Not in tour book but well worth walking up and down. Great views and a very unique structure. Try to do it in good weather as it's likely slippery in the rain.
Obviously, the architecture here is amazing and it's great that you can simply walk up to the top! If I lived near here, I'd definitely do some exercising up and down the building. I have not seen any shows here, I have only admired this building from various angles and it really defines the signature skyline of Oslo. Check out one of the saunas across the water and have a great time!
Very nice building that you can walk completely up to the top and see beautiful skyline of Oslo. The architecture is beautiful and it is centrally located in the city. Highly recommend you visit and walk around.
When you are in Oslo, come see a ballet or the opera house, or take a tour. This is a beautiful place interior and exterior for photographs. We arrived on a cloudy and shiny day since it looks like it's floating on water. The architecture itself is a marvelous feat. The architect created the exterior to look like a floating iceberg and interior has amazing acoustics. There is a moon roof so you can see outside on the top, thou it's all about the sound. I wasn't able to see either a ballet or opera at this point thou you can reserve a tour. It's a stunning work of architecture. There is indoor and outdoor seating at their Cafe which serves delicious food. Good for a couple or groups as there are plenty of tables. Beautiful bathrooms too, tip on the soap. It's not evident thou the soap is located above the sink next to the light. The bathroom is minimal and modern interior for the entire space. When you are in Oslo, you must come here. I was so excited like a little girl being here and people are respectful of the space.
The Norwegian Opera & Ballet is the only fully professional institution for the production and dissemination of opera and ballet in Norway, and was founded in 1957. Opera House in Oslo is the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet House in Bjørvika head of the Oslo Fjord . It has been address Kirsten Flagstad place one after the opera first director Kirsten Flagstad . The house was designed by the architectural firm Snøhetta AS, which won an architectural competition in 2000. It was formally opened on 12 april 2008 . The building has received many awards. Opera House is located at the head of Oslo. ceiling of marble is open to traffic and looks like an iceberg that rises up from the bay. Also the large glass window at the lobby, it is possible to go to see the city view. It is covered with sheets of white Carrara marble exterior and interior. Pieces of marble began in the summer and autumn of 2007 to turn yellow, probably because of the chemicals in the fasteners. This has since improved. The building has approximately 1,100 rooms, two large halls, one with 1,350 seats and one with up to 400 seats. The foyer is a large open room. It is bounded towards the inner areas with an undulating wall of oak. It's loud and bright, with large windows overlooking the city and sea. The large windows facing west and the sunset over the city will be visible from the balconies of eikeveggen. The building has the largest contiguous expanse of glass around the entrance. I did not get to see any performances or did the tours, but spent hours photographing the outside. I would say this is one of my favorite places to photograph when I visited Oslo.
Oslo, Norway is the home of some impressive older buildings. Although the Den Norske Opera & Ballet structure is impressive, it is not very old. It was open to the public in 2008 (I do believe). Have to admit that it is a pretty building both inside and outside. From a distance, it appears to be rising from the waters of the Oslo fjord. We enjoyed walking all over the roof of the Opera House. Be careful because the marble makes the roof a bit slippery. It was pouring rain, the day we were here. The views of the harbor and the Opera House were worth getting soaked. Inside the building, it is also quite nice. Make sure to check it out. The Den Norske Opera & Ballet is worth a visit if you are a tourist. If you have the time, then check out one of the performances. From our local friends, they told us the performances are worth the price of admission.
The Opera House is more than a venue to enjoy the performing arts, it is in itself a piece of art. Built of marble, aluminum and glass the building practically glows in the afternoon sun as the light bounces off of the water where the Oslofjorden and Bunnefjorden meet. With several ramps and stairways the building invites you to explore its steep curves and expansive roof. Be sure to bring your camera and plan on spending some time exploring all of the photo opportunities. I recently had the opportunity to experience Søndag med Norges Musikkhøgskole. This classical piano concert was on the second floor balcony in an intimate setting where you could truly experience the talent and see the performer's passion up close. Events such as these allow for an amazing cultural experience that one would rarely get to experience elsewhere. You may not be a fan of opera or the ballet but don't let that be the reason you miss this amazing site.
An architectural marvel! And the must see and visit in Oslo. Centrally located near the Central Station the building designed by the Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta stands as a symbol of modernism and shows the latest advancements in both design and technology. Climb to the rooftop for breathtaking views of Oslo, the entire outside structure emulates an Iceberg while the stunning inside is a metaphor of a three growing inside the iceberg. I was here during the summer so the Opera was not in season but I took the guided tour and what a thrill! The tour is about two hours long and was conducted by a former ballerina of the Norks ballet, she took us backstage, to the dressing rooms, the costume department, second stage, main stage..... It was one of the best tours I have taken. Highly recommended. There's also a restaurant inside the Opera that overlooks the water, I had a meat sandwich of very good quality and warm Norwegian service. A must!
It eas a bit icey and slippery, because of the time of the year, but it did not stop us in climbing on top and seeing the phenomenal view over the Oslo fjord. Breathtaking!
21 days ago
Oslo Opera House - Oslo Opera House is without question one of the most beautiful modern buildings I have visited anywhere in Europe. The architecture is outstanding, and the opportunity to walk on the roof makes the visit even more special. The surrounding area is beautifully landscaped and offers many excellent spots for relaxing and taking photographs. The building feels impressive and monumental while still maintaining an elegant appearance. Even without attending a performance, it is well worth visiting to experience the atmosphere of one of Oslo's most iconic landmarks. Operataket Observation Deck - The free observation deck on the roof of the Opera House is, in my opinion, one of the places that nobody should miss when visiting Oslo. The climb is easy and the reward is a stunning panoramic view of the city, the fjord and the harbour area. I especially liked that the roof is freely accessible and provides plenty of space for walking, relaxing and taking photographs. The combination of the building's modern architecture and the surrounding scenery creates a truly unique experience. read more
If you're visiting Oslo for the first time, you'll likely visit the Oslo Opera House due to its unique design and rooftop access with views of the Norwegian capital. However, there's more to it than the rooftop. The inside is equally stunning. There's also an area where you can see the opera costumes read more
While we couldn't go inside the perimeter and roof walk were standalone worth the visit. A nice walk up the marble roof and near 360 Views of the city and local attractions. A nice activity to enjoy before main attractions open at 10AM. read more
When writing reviews, "personal experience" is sometimes a partial thing. IN the case of the Oslo Opera House, here's what Gayle and I have experienced to far: - A stunning signature skyline view of the building from our Cruise ship and the waterfront onshore. - A lingering walk through the Lobby and a peak in a couple costume shop windows. - The Roof. In some places, you might be arrested for walking on a roof. But here, in Oslo, this roof is truly a beautiful surface meant to be stepped on, and we did! And what an cool time it was, uneven surfaces and all. Just like Norwegian nature. What our experience really didn't include: - Under our feet on the roof were three highly differently designed stages, a myriad of public rooms and halls to explore, and a vibrant workplace for more than 600 opera and ballet professionals. - Experiencing an actual performance. That was our main regret and we didn't care what language it was in. Hence, the 4 Stars. We need to earn that last star by finishing our personal experience here. read more
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I did not go inside the opera house, but I have a feeling most visitors to Oslo experience the opera house in the same way that I did - by walking on top of it. Definitely worth checking out for the somewhat novel experience and views of the surrounding city. read more
Absolutely gorgeous building. Went to see Cinderella with two friends and everyone was dressed to the nines, really fun to see everyone's outfits. The performance itself was also breathtaking. Loved everything about this experience. There is a bar and restaurant but you can't drink inside the auditorium itself. Every floor has a nice lookout onto the atrium and its design was also impeccable. Walked outside afterwards and again still in awe of the beauty of this building and city read more
Obviously, the architecture here is amazing and it's great that you can simply walk up to the top! If I lived near here, I'd definitely do some exercising up and down the building. I have not seen any shows here, I have only admired this building from various angles and it really defines the signature skyline of Oslo. Check out one of the saunas across the water and have a great time! read more
When you are in Oslo, come see a ballet or the opera house, or take a tour. This is a beautiful place interior and exterior for photographs. We arrived on a cloudy and shiny day since it looks like it's floating on water. The architecture itself is a marvelous feat. The architect created the exterior to look like a floating iceberg and interior has amazing acoustics. There is a moon roof so you can see outside on the top, thou it's all about the sound. I wasn't able to see either a ballet or opera at this point thou you can reserve a tour. It's a stunning work of architecture. There is indoor and outdoor seating at their Cafe which serves delicious food. Good for a couple or groups as there are plenty of tables. Beautiful bathrooms too, tip on the soap. It's not evident thou the soap is located above the sink next to the light. The bathroom is minimal and modern interior for the entire space. When you are in Oslo, you must come here. I was so excited like a little girl being here and people are respectful of the space. read more
The Norwegian Opera & Ballet is the only fully professional institution for the production and dissemination of opera and ballet in Norway, and was founded in 1957. Opera House in Oslo is the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet House in Bjørvika head of the Oslo Fjord . It has been address Kirsten Flagstad place one after the opera first director Kirsten Flagstad . The house was designed by the architectural firm Snøhetta AS, which won an architectural competition in 2000. It was formally opened on 12 april 2008 . The building has received many awards. Opera House is located at the head of Oslo. ceiling of marble is open to traffic and looks like an iceberg that rises up from the bay. Also the large glass window at the lobby, it is possible to go to see the city view. It is covered with sheets of white Carrara marble exterior and interior. Pieces of marble began in the summer and autumn of 2007 to turn yellow, probably because of the chemicals in the fasteners. This has since improved. The building has approximately 1,100 rooms, two large halls, one with 1,350 seats and one with up to 400 seats. The foyer is a large open room. It is bounded towards the inner areas with an undulating wall of oak. It's loud and bright, with large windows overlooking the city and sea. The large windows facing west and the sunset over the city will be visible from the balconies of eikeveggen. The building has the largest contiguous expanse of glass around the entrance. I did not get to see any performances or did the tours, but spent hours photographing the outside. I would say this is one of my favorite places to photograph when I visited Oslo. read more
3 years ago
10 years ago
Oslo, Norway is the home of some impressive older buildings. Although the Den Norske Opera & Ballet structure is impressive, it is not very old. It was open to the public in 2008 (I do believe). Have to admit that it is a pretty building both inside and outside. From a distance, it appears to be rising from the waters of the Oslo fjord. We enjoyed walking all over the roof of the Opera House. Be careful because the marble makes the roof a bit slippery. It was pouring rain, the day we were here. The views of the harbor and the Opera House were worth getting soaked. Inside the building, it is also quite nice. Make sure to check it out. The Den Norske Opera & Ballet is worth a visit if you are a tourist. If you have the time, then check out one of the performances. From our local friends, they told us the performances are worth the price of admission. read more
The Opera House is more than a venue to enjoy the performing arts, it is in itself a piece of art. Built of marble, aluminum and glass the building practically glows in the afternoon sun as the light bounces off of the water where the Oslofjorden and Bunnefjorden meet. With several ramps and stairways the building invites you to explore its steep curves and expansive roof. Be sure to bring your camera and plan on spending some time exploring all of the photo opportunities. I recently had the opportunity to experience Søndag med Norges Musikkhøgskole. This classical piano concert was on the second floor balcony in an intimate setting where you could truly experience the talent and see the performer's passion up close. Events such as these allow for an amazing cultural experience that one would rarely get to experience elsewhere. You may not be a fan of opera or the ballet but don't let that be the reason you miss this amazing site. read more
11 years ago
An architectural marvel! And the must see and visit in Oslo. Centrally located near the Central Station the building designed by the Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta stands as a symbol of modernism and shows the latest advancements in both design and technology. Climb to the rooftop for breathtaking views of Oslo, the entire outside structure emulates an Iceberg while the stunning inside is a metaphor of a three growing inside the iceberg. I was here during the summer so the Opera was not in season but I took the guided tour and what a thrill! The tour is about two hours long and was conducted by a former ballerina of the Norks ballet, she took us backstage, to the dressing rooms, the costume department, second stage, main stage..... It was one of the best tours I have taken. Highly recommended. There's also a restaurant inside the Opera that overlooks the water, I had a meat sandwich of very good quality and warm Norwegian service. A must! read more
7 years ago
It eas a bit icey and slippery, because of the time of the year, but it did not stop us in climbing on top and seeing the phenomenal view over the Oslo fjord. Breathtaking! read more
Very interesting building and quite fun to walk around. We got some good views of Oslo when we walked to the top of the building, although we did see construction everywhere. The inside is magnificent too, very clean and very neat. This seems to be a pretty iconic place for Oslo, so definitely come check it out! It's right near the central station, so it's not too difficult to get to. read more
Beautiful building, must see in Oslo! We came from Bergen by train very early, so we went to see the Opera before having breakfast and going to our airbnb host. It was a bit cold there, but it was worth it because there was (almost) nobody... perfect for pictures! read more
4 years ago
Disclaimer: this review is for architecture and not for actual opera/show. I am not an opera buff. I never been. But when it comes to great architecture, I cannot resist it. In many cities, Opera house is a heart of the cultural life, and epitome of architectural style. Oslo is no exception. Oslo Opera House's innovative design drawing attention of tourists and locals alike since the day it opened doors in 2008. Spread out on very tip of Oslofijord, it offers amazing views of the city and nature, united as one. The actual roof wraps like a ramp around the building, in rich white marble, so you can walk or skate your way to the very top and enjoy the views. (Be careful in wet or cold weather, those slopes are sleek! Wear comfortable shoes, too, it's a hike!) There are several sculptures to note around the Opera, one of them floats right in the waters of fjord - "She Lies". Stainless, concrete and glass explosion on the water. Changing with a tide and weather, worth seeing several times. Don't miss it! Interior of the Opera house is open to public on days when there are no shows, so you can enjoy the wave of wood paneling warming up foyer, and admire dimensional angled white walls hiding many utilitarian exits and entrances. (Very cool modern bathrooms, too! Gotta check that out, right?) For those of you who cares about keeping it green, there are several solar panels installed here, supplying Opera with most of it energy needs. Interesting landmark to visit, absolutely. (Next on my list - Sydney Opera!) read more
9 years ago
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11 years ago
Beautiful building. Nice to hang out here on a sunny day. Windy at the top. The restaurant here is pretty good. I had a Norwegian sampler plate with salad. Very tasty and presented very nicely. Staff was very nice here. Lots of window in restaurant that over look the water. read more
7 years ago
12 years ago
Beautiful big white opera house building that sits on the harbor and is a popular place for tourists to visit. Its not far from the main station and a lot of tourist attractions like boat rides and shopping and what not. I didnt get to see an opera here but I did get to walk around inside and outside. It was packed here because they had an outdoor event on the steep part outside the building. inside is a cafe or something and the view from outside at the cafe area is beautiful. The building itself inside is beautiful modern architecture with some information and pictures about the main ballerina and other stuff that I didnt bother reading lol (I was more interested in the benches they had so i could sit down- people traveling and sightseeing understand my feeling when you see somewhere to sit down like a bench whether in a opera house or a museum lol). Overall I don't think its a necessary thing to actually go inside and see unless your going to see an opera or even actually go to if your in norway, but def at least walk by it and see it from a distance. But if you have the time to def something worth seeing. read more
9 years ago
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10 years ago
Only came here to marvel at the stunning architecture. Maybe next time I'll catch a show. Great views from the roof, but wow, super window up there the day I went! read more
13 years ago
The new opera house in Oslo is near to the central station. We had the hotel with view to this nice building. This new opera house, isn't only for people who want to hear good music and see nice performances. It is also for everybody to walk on it and have a nice view over Oslo and up to the big Holmenkollen Ski jump area. read more
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