4 days in Oslo Itinerary

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Take a break from the city and head to Oslofjord and Bygdøy. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Vigeland Museum and Viking Ship Museum. Spend the 1st (Thu) going to and fro on The Bergen Railway. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning), get in on the family fun at Norsk Folkemuseum, take an in-depth tour of Kon-Tiki Museum, and explore the world behind art at Munch Museum.

To see reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Oslo trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major aiports are Oslo Gardermoen Airport, Sandefjord Airport, Torp and Moss Airport, Rygge. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in August, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.