Norway
What you need to know before you go
Norway is a place of truly striking natural beauty, no matter the season. In summer, the rolling green hills gleam like emeralds while, in winter, the fjords have a stark, rugged charm. The great outdoors of this Scandinavian nation are indeed great and include one of the only parts of Europe where you can see wild polar bears, as well as the midnight sun and the Northern Lights.
You don’t have to be a polar explorer to appreciate Norway, though. Cities like Oslo and Bergen have the same cosmopolitan feel as many other European cities. They are packed with great man-made attractions, ranging from modern sculptures to historical palaces. While the country is quite large and towns are widely spread, the transport network around the country is excellent, making it easy to explore.
Top destinations in Norway
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Oslo’s maritime legacy stretches back to its foundation in 1048 by King Harald III. This trading metropolis in Norway’s southeast has provided a safe harbor for travelers through the centuries. Viewed from the still waters of the Oslofjord, the skyline displays the architectural diversity that gives today’s city its unique style. The city of Henrik Ibsen and Jo Nesbo has...
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Bergen
Bergen is a port city set among the rugged fjords of Norway’s western coast. Like other Scandinavian destinations, it’s become...
Trondheim
Trondheim is a port city that combines a long and colourful history with modern-day industry and innovation to create...
Stavanger
Stavanger is one of the largest cities in Norway, and one with a relatively mild climate by Norwegian standards. It’s...
What to see & do in Norway
Featured stories & fun stuff
9 Best Things to Do in Trondheim in Winter
Trondheim is an amazing city whatever time of year you visit - even in winter. During the coldest and darkest season, the city still offers plenty of outdoor things to do. Why not visit the city's Christmas market, join a sleigh...
10 Things to Do in Oslo on a Small Budget
Visiting Oslo, the Norwegian capital, doesn’t have to be expensive. You can enjoy sightseeing in and around the city with...
10 Best Museums in Trondheim
Trondheim's interesting and exciting museums attract both tourists and locals. Here you can travel back in time, enjoy learning about...
10 Best Things to Do in Bergen in Summer
Bergen is a beautiful city where you can spend hours and days sightseeing round its many streets. Still, when summer...
10 Best Parks in Oslo
Oslo is one of Europe's greenest capitals! You won't have to travel far to find a park in this city...
10 Things to Do Off the Beaten Track in Oslo
Even though you can easily fill your days visiting Oslo's popular attractions, sometimes it's fun to do things that aren't...
10 Best Family Things to Do in Trondheim
With around 200,000 inhabitants and a manageable city plan, Trondheim is a safe and pleasant city to visit for everyone...
10 Things to Do Off the Beaten Track in Trondheim
Trondheim is known for many things, and few places are featured on quite as many postcards as this city. With...
10 Best Places to Ski in Oslo
Skiing is without doubt Norway's favourite activity. Despite the fact that the city is far from the country's highest peaks...
Where & what to eat in Norway
10 Best Bergen Foods Everyone Should Try
Bergen's food culture is based on the fish trade, which created the wealth that the city is built on. This is where you'll find cod fresh from the sea, shellfish from the fjords, trout from the mountains and salmon from...
10 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Oslo
Check out what the average Oslo citizen chooses to put on their plate when they go out to eat. Here...
10 Places Where Locals Love to Eat in Stavanger
Stavanger is an affluent international city with a high demand for first class dining. The city's restaurant business has renewed...
Where to shop & what to buy in Norway
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Trondheim
Trondheim has plenty to offer those who love to shop. Get to know the biggest malls in the Trøndedal capital, and find out where to get the best bargains. It is inevitable that you will find many large local chains...
9 Best Food Markets in Oslo
Oslo is a diverse and international city, and this is certainly reflected in the choice of eateries here. The locals...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Stavanger
Stavanger's compact centre is pleasant to walk around, and unless you're shopping for something in particular, it's nice to just...
Where to go & what to do at night in Norway
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Bergen
The cultural life in Bergen has many things to offer those who want to continue to experience the city once dinner is over. From standup comedy to theatre, music and dancing, there will be something to suit your post-dinner...
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Stavanger
With the new concert hall, Stavanger has gained a formidable venue for classical music and major artists. But the city...
10 Best Cocktail Bars with a View in Oslo
Oslo nightlife is constantly evolving, and the cocktail bar segment has made a big leap in both quality and popularity...
Useful information
13 Great Viking Sites and Festivals in Norway
Many Viking fans make their way to Oslo and the Bygdøy peninsula, where a variety of museums and historical sites put you up close to life-sized ships and medieval treasures. This guide on great Viking sites and festivals in...
9 Best Festivals in Trondheim
Trondheim is a cultural city and the festivals in the capital of Trøndelag are both varied and different. The selection...
Oslo Travel Essentials
Our Oslo Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help planning your trip to one of the...
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