10 Specialty Museums in Oslo That You Shouldn't Miss

February 4, 2022 Velvet Mowry

The 1000-year-old Norwegian capital sits at the head of Oslo Fjord. This stunning setting gives hints of the wild wonders that lie just beyond the city. From taking in visual delights at Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum and Holmenkollen, to the challenging content within the new Nobel Peace Centre and the Holocoust Center, Oslo offers plenty of food for thought. The Oslo Pass allows free travel on public transport, free parking and many museum and sight admissions.
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1. Ulleval Hospital Museum

Kirkeveien 166, Oslo 0450 Norway https://oslo-universitetssykehus.no/steder/ulleval-sykehus/ulleval-sykehus-museum-bygg-24
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Ulleval Hospital Museum

The museum is in the old hospital building, and presents the hospital's history from the opening in 1887. Equipment and instruments, furniture, photos, library, etc. The museum is closed on public holidays.

2. 22 July Centre

Teatergata 10, Oslo 0180 Norway +47 22 24 22 22 [email protected] https://22julisenteret.no/
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22 July Centre

The 22 July Centre is a learning centre that works with the mediation of memory and knowledge about the terror attacks in Oslo and on Utøya on the 22nd of July 2011. The centre’s educational programme invites school pupils and teachers into the discourse about the 22nd of July and encourages active participation in the negotiation of the attack’s significance both at present, and in the future. Our website is developed with a particular focus on digital resource material, as an offer to schools to strengthen education on the topic of the 22nd of July and related topics. 22 July Centre opened in a temporary location at Teatergata 10 on 27nd of June 2020.

3. Nordisk bibelmuseum

Nedre Slottsgate 4C, Oslo 0157 Norway +47 401 05 777 [email protected] http://nobimu.no/
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Nordisk bibelmuseum

The collection is a varied selected content of Norwegian, Nordic and foreign bibles. The collection contains cultural treasures. Some of the most rare is an exemplar of Gustav Vasas bible from 1541, an original page from The Gutenberg bible, a latin bible from 1487 and handwritten pages from around 1250 . The museum will also show historical materials from other collections.

Reviewed By LarsErikH18 - Johannesburg, South Africa

Comprehensive Bible exhibition showing the development and translation of the Bible into Scandinavian languages. Also have other gems from Gutenberg, Tyndall and others.

4. Viking Ship Museum

Huk Avenue 35, Oslo 0287 Norway +47 22 13 52 80 [email protected] http://www.khm.uio.no/english/visit-us/viking-ship-museum/index.html
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Viking Ship Museum

Come face to face with some of the world's greatest Viking treasures! Experience the best-preserved Viking Ships in the world and unique burial artefacts from boat graves around the Oslo Fjord. These ships have been on voyages of the sea before they became the final resting place for their wealthy owners. Here you will see incredible woodcarvings, mysterious skeleton remains and an immersive film that takes you into the Viking era. This is a museum experience out of the ordinary. Two Museums for the price of one! With a ticket to the Viking Ship Museum, you also get a free pass to the Historical Museum within 48 hours. Closed: 24-26 December; 31 December; 1 January.

Reviewed By johnsbailey77 - York, United States

This place is everything I had hoped it would be. As a person with an interest in Norse and Northmen history, particularly the Viking culture this museum offers much to see and enjoy. From the well preserved ships themselves to the artifacts and treasures on display this museum is a fantastic place to visit and a must see while in Oslo. Pricing is very reasonable and the location is easy to find. Once you leave this location it is a short walk to the Fram Museum. Very easy to get to and from the City Hall Ferry as well. Highly recommend.

5. Norwegian Scout Museum

Storgata 3, Oslo 0155 Norway +47 22 42 29 85 [email protected] http://speidermuseet.no
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The museum shows the history of Norwegian scouts, from 1911 until today, through 30 000 objects uniforms, equipment, photos and drawings. The Norwegian Scout Museum reopened on 22 February 2009. The museum is only open to the public on Tuesdays, but it can also open on other days for pre-booked tours.

6. Ringnes Olsenter

Thorvald Meyers gate 2, Oslo 0555 Norway +47 950 90 722 [email protected] http://www.ringnes.no/Sider/default.aspx
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Beer tastings and other beer-related activities for groups. Must be booked in advance.

7. Holmenkollen Ski Museum

Kongeveien 5, Oslo 0787 Norway +47 22 92 32 00 [email protected] http://www.holmenkollen.com/
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Holmenkollen Ski Museum

A historic landmark in the Norwegian consciousness, Holmenkollen embodies more than a century of skiing tradition. Inside the actual ski jump is the Holmenkollen Ski Museum, the world's oldest ski museum. The museum presents over 4,000 years of skiing history and polar exploration artifacts. The observation deck on top of the jump tower offers panoramic views of Oslo. Open 365 days a year!

Reviewed By Justatravellerbc - White Rock, Canada

We really enjoyed our visit to see the ski jump. Wonderful view of the city. Great to see all the activity in the area. Lots to do in the fall with a zip line, roller skis, simulator, museum, etc. Really glad we took the time to visit the area.

8. The Ibsen Museum

Henrik Ibsens gate 26, Oslo 0255 Norway +47 22 55 20 09 http://ibsenmuseet.no/en
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The Ibsen Museum

Museum/exhibiton in the apartment of the world famous author.

9. The Norwegian Museum of Science and Tehnology

Kjelsaasveien 143, Oslo 0491 Norway +47 22 79 60 00 [email protected] https://www.tekniskmuseum.no
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The Norwegian Museum of Science and Tehnology

Museum of science and technology (Teknisk museum) is the national museum for technology, industry, science and medicine. The museum hosts over 100 interactive installations and 25 permanent and temporary exhibitions about energy, oil, industry, medicine, airplanes, cars and trains. Oslo Science Cente is a place for curious minds. Explore natural science and technological principles in the areas of energy, physical phenomena, the body, mathematics and the universe. The Robot Centre and The Planetarium are both found here. The National Museum of Medicine explains how people's lives have changed over the last 150 years through improvements in public health, medicine and healthcare. The museum is integrated in the Museum of Science and Technology. The museum cafe serves Italian and Greek specialties, hot dogs, coffee, ice cream and cakes. Remember to visit the museum shop for fun and surprising gifts and souvenirs.

Reviewed By ccittykitty - Oslo, Norway

Easy to reach by buss from centrum. Over 2h visit is deffinetly worth almost price of a ticket. Lots of fun and plenty to see!

10. Kon-Tiki Museum

Bygdoeynesveien 36, Oslo 0286 Norway +47 23 08 67 67 [email protected] http://www.kon-tiki.no
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Kon-Tiki Museum

Visit The Kon-Tiki Museum and be inspired by Thor Heyerdahl! See the original balsa wood raft from 1947 and the Oscar-winning film from 1951! The museum houses original boats and artifacts from Thor Heyerdahl's world-famous expeditions such as the original Kon-Tiki balsa raft which crossed the Pacific Ocean in 1947 and the original reed boat Ra II which crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1970. Both exhibitions have separate children storylines. The Kon-Tiki Museum also houses one of the most comprehensive exhibitions about Easter Island in the world, including a replica of a family cave from Easter Island. Underneath the Kon-Tiki raft is a special underwater exhibit that is fun for kids. Cinema screening the original Kon-Tiki documentary movie (Oscar for best documentary in 1951) every day at 12:00. Great museum shop. Free with Oslo Pass. A must when visiting Oslo!

Reviewed By MartyB719 - Jensen Beach, United States

There is a tee-shirt in the Kon-Tiki Museum which quotes the adventurist Thor Heyerdalh who once said, “Borders? I have never seen one. But, I have heard they exist in the minds of some people.” This quote is so apropos to one of the greatest explorers in the 20th century. With six crew members, the 1947 voyage of 6,900m/4,300 miles on a balsa made raft across the Pacific from South America proved that civilization could have actually spread westward. Thor Heyerdalh wrote a book and an award-winning video documentary was made from the sojourn. My biggest regret was not keeping the National Geographic magazine about this epic voyage. The museum is actually a collection of all his “7” exploration trips. Just the Kon-Tiki raft and the Ra II raft, similar to an Egyptian boat—that sailed from North Africa to the Caribbean—are on display. There is a short video that explains his Kon-Tiki trip. There is also a longer version. Most of the films are in black and white. The museum is more about Thor Heyerdalh life, struggles and accomplishments. He was actually quite interested in exploring the mysteries of Easter Island. There are a number of artifacts from that exploration. Taking my wife to see the Kon-Tiki museum was a treat. We took the ferry over from the Oslo harbor known as “Aker Brygge.” It is a short comfortable ride. We then walked up along this road to and came across the unpretentious Viking museum. The road takes a sharp left. Just follow the signs! The Kon-Tiki Museum is in a complex with the Maritime Museum. There is a good café at the Maritime Museum. You can actually catch the ferry back to Oslo behind these museums along the waterfront. If you found this review “helpful” in any way, please press “LIKE” to let me know.

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