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Social Life & Culture
Meet people and explore
Oslo is a young, pioneering city with a down-to-earth and informal culture that supports personal growth not only through work-life balance, but also through a vibrant cultural scene and a unique proximity to nature. It’s not unusual for people to hit the ski trails, go sailing, attend a concert, or enjoy a slow unwind after a solid day of work. Your time is your own.
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VisitOSLO
The official travel guide for Oslo museums, historical sites, attractions and events.
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Visit Oslo Region
Learn more about top cultural and nature destinations in the Oslo region.
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Oslo Visitor Centre
Museum and transportation passes, tour tickets, currency exchange and other services.
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Oslo Hiking
Guided hiking and camping tours.
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Parks and natural attractions
Get into the nature-loving action in any season.
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Visit Norway
Great adventures await from the mountains and fjords to the Northern lights.
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Vacation in Norway (Facebook)
Inspiring vacation photos from around Norway.
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Anders Husa Food Blog
Food and travel bloggers give you the inside scoop on restaurants, bakeries, bars and more.
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VisitOSLO: Restaurants
Lots of options for casual and fine dining.
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Aftenposten - Restaurantguiden
A map of restaurants in Oslo with reviews (in Norwegian).
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Scandinavian Standard: Best Places to Eat and Drink in Oslo in 2020
Scandinavia Standard is your one-stop destination for Scandinavian lifestyle in English.
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Fanthom: Move Over, Copenhagen. Oslo Is the New Nordic Food Town
Look out, Copenhagen: Oslo is poised to dominate the Nordic food scene. Says who? Industry insider Shari Bayer, who travels the world for incredible (often solo) meals.
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Eventbrite
Explore events by location, what's popular, top picks, and free stuff.
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Festivals
Oslo hosts more than 5,000 concerts every year (well, except for this past one....)
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Meetup
Get to know others through social and professional meet-ups.
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Ticketmaster
Tickets for upcoming concerts and sporting events.
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What's on in Oslo
Keep an eye on the latest live and online events.
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Flytoget - Airport Express Train
A high-speed train service that runs between Oslo Airport, Oslo Central Station and Drammen (southwest of Oslo). The train departs every 10 minutes and takes about 20 minutes between Oslo Airport and the central station.
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Overview of transportation options
Get information and travel passes.
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Ruter
Trip planner for metro, tram, bus, and ferry in Oslo.
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Vy - Norwegian Railway and Bus
Government-owned railway company which operates passenger train and bus services.
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Entur
Sales and ticket agency for the railway and travel planner for public transportation throughout Norway.
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Brakar
Public transportation serving the cities of Drammen, Kongsberg, Lier, and Ringerike.
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Innlandstrafikk
Public transportation covering the cities of Hamar, Gjøvik, Lillehammer, Elverum, and Kongsvinger.
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Østfold Kollektiv
Public transportation serving the cities of Askim, Fredrikstad, Halden, Moss, Mysen, and Sarpsborg.
News
See all newsFive reasons why 2021 will be the year of venture in Norway
Norselab takes a closer look at trends affecting the Norwegian venture environment, the impact of the pandemic and why we believe 2021 will be the year of venture capital in Norway.
"Quite simply, Whereby is the easiest way to meet over video”: Interview with Whereby’s co-founder Ingrid Ødegaard
In the time of Teams-fatigue and Zoom-ed out, Whereby offers a simple and user friendly interface for your more-than-ever important digital meetings. Read more about Whereby and its 4 million users.
Expats in Oslo
Networking for the international community.
InterNations
Expat network that offers insider tips and advice for adapting to your new home.
New to Oslo (Facebook)
Get insider tips, find meet-ups for a smooth transition to Oslo.
Oslo International Welcome Center
Social events, workshops and seminars to help internationals feel welcome and build professional and social networks.