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Thanks to thriving oil industry in Norway, it's capital Oslo is one of the richest cities in Europe. This is immediately evident in glass skyscrapers, new infrastructure and many trendy restaurants, bars and boutiques. This beautiful city is located close to the Oslo Fjord, combining modern surroundings with the most beautiful nature.
Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, OSL
The main airport of Oslo and Norway as a whole is located in the municipality of Gardermoen, 48 km from the capital. The airport opened in 1998 and has continued to grow ever since. Gardermoen accepts all the major airlines in the world, and about 30 million passengers pass through it in a year.
The Gardemeen Airport is clean and tidy. If you need to sleep while waiting for a flight, you can always find a suitable place here. And it’s also interesting that, compared to Norway as a whole, the prices at the airport are not surprising at all.
How to get from the airport to the city center
The fastest way to get to Oslo is by the Flytoget local train, which takes you to the center in 20 minutes. One way ticket costs $ 17.8. Trains run every 10 minutes. There are large and comfortable chairs, free Wi-Fi. Is it worth it for a 20 minute trip? If not, then there is a simpler train.
The cheapest way to get to the city center is through the regional train that connects the airport with Oslo S (main train station). The trip costs $ 9 and takes about half an hour to get to the center. By the way, do not throw away your ticket — it is valid for the next 2.5 hours for trips by bus, tram or metro.
What to do in Oslo
Oslo is located between the mountains and the sea. It is not only one of the greenest capitals in Europe, but also the epicenter of the famous Scandinavian style. Architectural miracles are made from rusty docks in Oslo. And other industrial buildings are turned into bars and art galleries. In one of these galleries you can see the work of the brilliant artist Edward Munch.
This small, fun and vibrant city of Norway has world-class museums, trendy neighborhoods, a highly developed coffee culture and an abundance of gourmet northern restaurants. There are enough options — choose to your taste.
National Gallery
Founded in 1837, this gallery contains Norway's largest public art collection. But most tourists come here for the main masterpiece: the painting "Scream" by Edward Munch.
By the way, the museum of Munch itself is located a few blocks from the National Gallery. But if you want to see more different Scandinavian works of art, then here you are. In addition, the gallery has a whole department dedicated to the tales of Scandinavia. This is one of the most magical sights of the city.
Кроме того, в галерее есть целый отдел, посвящённый сказкам Скандинавии — это одна из самых волшебных достопримечательностей города.
Oslo Fjord
If you come here in the summer, you will see hundreds of sailing boats cruising around the fjord. These are ideal places for swimming, picnics and hiking. Pure nature and water will allow you to enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
You can sail to the fjord by ferry for only $ 4. And then you can book a boat trip or even rent a small yacht to explore the surroundings. You can simply walk among the woods in search of secluded beach corners.
Holmenkollen
From the city, directly by metro, you can get to Holmenkollen. This is a huge Olympic ski jump with an observation deck and a museum. Here you can go skiing or snowboarding if you feel confident enough in winter sports. Or you can go to the museum about the history of skiing.
But even for those who avoid sports entertainment, it makes sense to come here. Holmenkollen's observation deck offers the best views in the city.
What to eat in Oslo
The culinary culture in Oslo is well developed. Here you can eat for a couple of dollars near a street stall, or for several hundred in gourmet restaurants. But there are a number of dishes that you must try.
Almost everywhere you can order a sandwich with Norwegian smoked salmon. And wherever you try, it will definitely please you. Local salmon grows rather slowly, and therefore has a deep and rich taste.
Meatballs are a signature dish of many Scandinavian cuisines, but in each it is cooked in a special way. In Oslo, they are most often served in meat sauce with potatoes and cabbage.
If you feel brave enough, try Smalahove — boiled lamb head. The head boils in water for about 5 hours before serving. It is actively seasoned while hot, and cut into pieces. Smalahove is most often prepared for Christmas, so you can only find a dish in restaurants only in winter.
From sweets, you should definitely try local waffles. They are known all over the world not only because of their balanced taste, but also because of their shape in the form of hearts.
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