I have been thinking of having a highly personal tattoo for years. So today as I have just turned…read more61, I decided to get the thing that reflects my life the most. A treble clef. I went to Timeless tattoo in Oslo as my daughter recommended them highly and I have to say it was an extremely relaxed professional and painless experience. Andrea, from Rome, did the work for me and was extremely professional and fast. I actually enjoyed the whole thing and can't recommend them to highly. A friendly and supportive group of people there always to happy to show their body art and discuss any element of the process. Do it.

From the owner: Tatovering i Oslo i ryddige og rene omgivelser. Du finner noen av bransjens beste tatovører hos…read moreTimeless Tattoo. Ta kontakt i dag for en uforpliktende prat.

Wonderful museum; great staff, expansive collection of Edvard Munch…read more 4th floor is obviously a must-visit, as they rotate three versions of "Scream" every 30 minutes. I only had 1.5 hours before closing but because of this rotation, I was able to see all three versions! One floor is interactive and creative. You draw something on iPad and it finds a closest match from Munch's works. It was fun. Bonus is the view from the top floor. It overlooks the city and the Ferris wheel. You should get an Oslo Pass.

MUNCH is a must when in Oslo, this is one of the best museums I've been to, hands down…read more The space and the content work so well together; they've curated the collection with a clear experience in mind, going so far as to tell you explicitly how to approach the many floors (start at the top, work your way down to the scream!). Each floor tells a story about a specific part of the artist's life and work, and the execution is flawless. Lots of good storytelling both in the walls descriptions and the art itself. The layout was truly excellent. The building takes you through a variety of presentations across the floors, whether the cavernous hall for the big pieces; the mockup of Munch's home; or the unique floor plan for the scream and the other concepts. It makes you feel like you've been through a whole journey by the end. Definitely worth the price of admission!

We had seen very positive reviews of this museum so we hopped on a ferry from pier 3 in Oslo and…read moreventured out to this area. It was quite busy given it was a Saturday at the height of tourist session. We were able to get a good discount and got the combo ticket to also visit the Kon Tiki museum next door. The museum is quite good and did a nice job of telling not only the story of the Fram and it's many expeditions but the story of other related explorers and explorations to the Artic and Antarctica. Most of this was new to me so it was quite educational. The two ships were fun to walk through and the many displays contained a ton of information (frankly way more than I could absorb). They do have a small snack area but it has a pretty basic selection if you are counting on it for lunch. Overall a worthwhile visit.

The Fram ship was used in polar explorations. It is the world's strongest wooden ship and is on…read moredisplay in this museum. One can walk through many parts of the ship. If you are prone to seasickness, be aware that at times rolling seas are projected on the walls and ceiling of the building housing the ship. Informative displays are arranged throughout the ship and the building. I'm not sure if it is worth the price of admission as our entrance was covered by our Oslo city tour. Right across the parking lot is the Kon Tiki museum.

Discovered this cafe when trying to find a place to meet up at Bygdøy that was not closed during…read morethe autumn/winter. What a treat! Gorgeous cafe with lovely cakes and a fireplace. The perfect place to start or end a Sunday walk around Bygdøy. Take bus number 30 and get off at Bygdøynes stop. Follow signs to the Holocaust centre. From the cafe, there is a path that takes you directly to Huk (5 minutes walk). It is difficult to find from the opposite direction (from Huk). This is my new favorite place!

Akershus festning - During my visit to Oslo, I simply could not miss Akershus Fortress, and this…read moreplace made a great impression on me. The historic fortress is exceptionally well preserved and offers stunning views of both the Oslofjord and the harbor. I really enjoyed the combination of rich Norwegian history and the peaceful atmosphere that can be found here. Walking along the ramparts, courtyards, and ancient buildings was a wonderful experience. The entire area is well maintained, clean, and perfect for exploring at a relaxed pace. It is a place where you can comfortably spend several hours while learning more about the history of Norway. Admission to the fortress grounds was free, with charges applying only for the museums. I also appreciated that the visitor center provided free drinking water and free soda from a dispenser. We were able to refill our bottles as well. The toilets located around the site were also free to use.

I actually just walked the outside of the castle. The grounds were gorgeous. There were various…read morefruit trees. Oranges and crab apples. The large crab apple tree planted in the center of the large lawn was so abundant that there were tons of over ripened ones that had fallen all over and littered the lawn. This caused a bunch of bees buzzing around them on the lawn. There are also a lot of tourists walking the outer grounds of the castle, stopping to pose next to the cannons. The views of the ocean and blue skies are noteworthy. It was worth the long walk from the hotel.

This is a great student bar for listening to music and getting cheaper beers! If you are in the…read morearea, check it out!

Fantastic experience! From the stuff to the exhibitions, everything felt like a true Norwegian…read moreexperience

Highlight of our Oslo trip hands down!…read more There are indoor and outdoor exhibitors, making this museum agreeable to whatever the weather has in mind for the day. While the indoor exhibits are fun and educational, my family and I found the outdoor displays especially interesting and fun. Tons of photo opps, and lots of places with shade if you're worried about sun exposure. Inside there are even legos and books (in Norwegian) for children. Be sure to look for: -Kong Oscar church (absolutely beautiful) -the horses! -staff dressed up in traditional Norwegian clothing Keep in mind: -outdoors has some inclines (not the most stroller friendly, but doable) Tip: bring a selfie stick to get some photos in front of some of the very tall outdoor displays!

Colosseum Cinema in Oslo, Norway has the world's biggest THX auditorium. It has 978 seats. The…read moretheater is a sight to behold from the outside. The large spherical dome stands out. Good spot to watch a movie. Check them out for yourself.

Ever since my I've moved to Oslo, my Norwegian friends have been boasting about having the biggest…read moremovie theatre auditorium in Europe (if not the world). I didn't think much of it until I finally went there last night to watch La La Land. and holy moly, it's impressive! The theatre itself has several auditoriums, but it's only auditorium one that is that big and offers the gorgeous half dome ceiling! Definitely worth it! P.S. and of course no need for me to tell you to buy your own candy and soda from elsewhere because well 1) we're in a movie theatre and 2) it's in Norway, so you'd basically pay 700 dollars for a piece of gum. :P