This is an amazing area to come visit while in Oslo!!…read more While here on vacation in Oslo, I was interested to visit bygdoy for a few various reasons. First of all, this is a nice area with lots of natural scenery, fresh air and open space. Great to visit in order to escape the craziness of the main city area and to experience the museums (the majority of the museums in Oslo are situated out here on this peninsula). We took a ferry from City Hall to get here after purchasing our Oslo Pass. The ferry was a very enjoyable ride. It was a beautiful, warm, sunny day and made for a great boat ride, during which we got to capture lots of great pictures and see some open water. Many nice houses and boats situated along the oslofjord to observe on the way. Upon arriving, we were glad to see much open green grass to picnic and enjoy the view; the museums are also located close by. We first stopped at Fram (polar ship) Museum, but decided to skip Kon-Tiki Museum. After that, we wanted to see the viking ship museum and the norwegian folk museum, but we quickly discovered after consulting the map that those 2 places were located a bit of a walk away. After enjoying a nice, pleasant walk we arrived at the museums. They were both very enjoyable and could spend hours there. There are many homes and locals located on this Peninsula of Oslo, which i was surprised to discover; however overall we had a fabulous time and really enjoyed having a visit here. I would recommend to other people who come here on vacation. By the way, the Oslo pass is worth the money in order to get entrance to all the museums and transport here!

Very beautiful part of Oslo,i like it so much. It is ful of historical museum,and very good see viewread more

Similar to though not nearly as interesting or lively as Barcelona's Las Ramblas (review:…read morehttps://bit.ly/3QJkBpS), this is the primary pedestrian-only artery of Oslo, completely unavoidable if you plan to see the major sights of the city. As it so happened, our hotel (Clarion Hotel: The Hub) was just a few steps from one end of this constantly crowded thoroughfare where the foot traffic poured in and out of the Oslo Central Station. With the other end at the Royal Palace a little more than a half-mile away, we noticed the route has two distinct personalities. The palace end was a wide path surrounded by well maintained park at the beginning. Then it transitioned to a more urban promenade with greenery on one side and upscale hotels and restaurants on the other. The vibe changed considerably at Egertorget Square where we saw the prominent Freia clock up close (photo: https://bit.ly/3RQJbG2). This stretch that leads to the train station was narrower, the bars were more raucous, the eateries were more fast-food options (e.g., McDonald's, MAX Burgers), and the merchandise in the stores looked more downscale. We saw only one lonely busker in the several walks we took up and down this street (photo) but most certainly a lot of drunks. RELATED - Exploring Norway? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: bit.ly/3PEL4Fe

Karl Johans gate is a pedestrian friendly shopping street in the center of Oslo. It was a really…read morebusy place during the couple days that we were recently in Oslo. And experiencing occasional rain only added to the discomfort. Gayle and I did stop for Ice Cream and I found a sought for accessory at Fjällräven (Swedish Backpack Brand) shop. None of the other businesses looked all that interesting, except for maybe the Indian Place (Jaipur) where we enjoyed a really nice dinner. Other than that, Karl Johans gate was basically a direct means to get from one place to the Royal Palace and back.

Located just south of Gamle Aker kirke Damstredet consists of two streets featuring preserved homes…read morefrom the late 1700-1800s. Still inhabited amidst stone streets locals and tourists gather to snap pictures and explore while residents tend to gardens nearby full of produce and flowers.

Damstredet notable street - Damstredet is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric streets I have…read morevisited in Oslo. The preserved wooden houses, narrow roadway, and historic character make it feel like stepping back in time. I loved walking through the area and admiring the architecture, which has been carefully maintained over the years. The street has a unique charm that is difficult to find in many modern cities. There is a peaceful and authentic feeling here that makes the visit memorable. For anyone interested in history and traditional Norwegian architecture, Damstredet is a must-see location

Tigeren, the iconic tiger statue outside Oslo Central Station, is a must for photos and one of the…read morecity's most recognizable landmarks. It's bold, striking, and makes for a great memory of Oslo. My only hiccup? A young lady refused to budge while I was taking pictures, so her bum is now a permanent feature in my Oslo photo collection. I suppose she's part of the city's art now too!

Tigeren på Jernbanetorget - This famous bronze tiger statue is one of Oslo's best-known symbols and…read moredefinitely worth a stop. I really liked how naturally it fits into the busy square in front of the station. It is a popular photo spot, and of course, I took some pictures here as well. The statue is impressive both in size and in the quality of its details. The area around it is full of life and creates a pleasant atmosphere. It is one of those landmarks that you immediately associate with Oslo after seeing it for the first time.

We took a mini cruise through the Oslofjord using the public ferries…read more Hovedoya was one of the main islands that had its own direct ferry as well as a stop over on the other ferry lines. Having more frequent stops meant we could hop off and walk around and get back on and continue with our "cruise". No additional fare needed since we had the Oslo Pass. The island itself was quite beautiful with a path surrounded by trees. We passed by a cafe and ruins of a monastery which was undergoing some repairs. There was a beach but we skipped since it started raining. Would try to come back again in nicer weather to spend more time and escape the city of Oslo.

Pretty island, very close to mainland; it's only an eight-minute ferry ride to the island! The…read moreferries that go to this island are part of the public transportation system, so you could just use the same tickets! The island itself is quite pretty, with a lot of trees and access to the beach and shoreline. The water isn't too cold, but I wouldn't want to swim in it either. Definitely worth a visit, seeing that this place is so close! It's cool to have a naturey place so close to the city, and if you just want to get away from the busy city life to relax no enjoy nature, it's really close by.

Great Air BnB for Oslo vacation Many good restaurants nearby…read moreBeautiful botanical gardens right around the corner