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Oslo
- 👥 Population (municipality): 717,710
- 🏛️ Founded: by King Harald III Hardrada
- 🗣️ Name origin: Old Norse “óss” = river mouth + “ló” = meadow
- 📏 Area: 480 km² (land 454 km², water 27 km²)
- ⛰️ Elevation: 1 – 631 m a.s.l.
- ⏰ Time zone: CET (UTC +1, DST +2)
- 🧑🤝🧑 Demonym: Osloboer / Osloværing
- 💰 Currency: Norwegian krone (NOK)
Popular places to visit in Oslo
Brynjulf Bulls plass 1, Oslo
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Answers to frequently asked questions
🏰 What can I see in Oslo in one day?
Minimum route: the Oslo Opera House on the waterfront, Akershus Fortress, Karl Johans gate, City Hall, Vigeland Sculpture Park and the new MUNCH museum — all within a ~4 km walk.
🛬 How do I get from Gardermoen Airport to the city centre?
Fastest: Flytoget express train, 19 min, 252 NOK (children ≤ 16 travel free). Cheaper Vy regional train: 23 min, 129 NOK; Flybussen coach takes ≈ 70 min, 259 NOK.
🎫 What is the Oslo Pass and when does it pay off?
The city card (24 h = 550 NOK) gives unlimited public transport plus entry to 30+ museums; worth it if you plan at least two paid attractions per day.
🌤️ When is the best time to visit?
Late May–June and early September: +18…22 °C, long daylight and fewer cruise crowds. Winter (Dec–Mar) is for skiing and Christmas markets.
💸 How much money should I budget per day?
Average traveller spends about 1 500 NOK: food ≈ 500, transport ≈ 170, museums & fun make up the rest.
🚶♀️ Do I need public transport in the centre?
Most sights are within a 15-minute walk; trams/metro are only needed for the Bygdøy peninsula, Holmenkollen and Ekeberg hill.
🧳 Where can I leave my luggage?
Lockers at Oslo S and Nationaltheatret from 40 NOK/3 h; Stasher/LuggageHero near the station — ≈ 59 NOK per day.
⛴️ How can I see the fjords without travelling far?
⛴️ How can I see the fjords without travelling far?
🍽️ Which Norwegian dishes should I try?
Brunost (brown cheese), creamy fish soup fiskesuppe, salmon köfteler, stewed mutton fårikål and cinnamon roll skillingsbolle — look for them in the Mathallen and Vippa food halls.
🛒 Where can I buy souvenirs without tourist mark-ups?
Heimen Husfliden and Norway Designs (Karl Johans gate) for wool and handicrafts; Devold/Holzweiler knitwear is cheaper on Bogstadveien; avoid quay stalls.
🆓 Which attractions are free?
Vigeland Park, Ekebergparken with fjord view, the Opera House roof and Slottsparken by the Royal Palace are open 24/7 at no cost.
🚦 Is it safe to walk at night and which areas should I avoid?
Crime rate is low; late at night skip the alleys around Grønland-Brugata due to street dealers, otherwise basic vigilance is enough.
👥 How many people live in Oslo?
Municipality — 720 568 (Q2 2024); metro area — ≈ 1 116 000 (2025 estimate).