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Oslo Opera House by the fjord with kayaks on the water

Norway

Meet travelers in Oslo

Fjord swims, saunas on the water and forests a metro ride away

Oslo mixes design, museums and nature like few capitals do. In summer the whole city moves to the fjord, the islands and the forest trails, and floating saunas, beach days and island hopping are easy to share with new friends.

Best time to visit
May to September
Long, bright days for the fjord islands and hikes; December brings Christmas markets and snowy forests.
Country
Norway
Europe

Where travelers stay in Oslo

  • Gr

    Grünerløkka

    Vintage shops, street food at Mathallen and riverside bars.

  • Bj

    Bjørvika

    The Opera House roof, the Munch museum and harbour saunas.

  • Ak

    Aker Brygge & Tjuvholmen

    Waterfront restaurants, art and summer swims.

  • Fr

    Frogner

    Elegant streets around Vigeland sculpture park.

Things to do together

  • Book a floating sauna and take turns jumping into the fjord.
  • Take the ferry from Aker Brygge to the islands for a picnic and a swim.
  • Walk up the Opera House roof at sunset.
  • Ride the metro to Frognerseteren and hike in the Nordmarka forest.

Staying safe in Oslo

  • Oslo is one of Europe's safest capitals; still, keep an eye on bags at Oslo S station.
  • The fjord stays cold even in summer: swim where others swim and don't go far out.
  • Alcohol is pricey and strong drinks are sold only at Vinmonopolet shops: plan nights out together.

More advice in our safety guide.

How to find a travel buddy for Oslo

  1. 1. Add your trip. Choose Oslo from the city suggestions and set your dates.
  2. 2. See who overlaps. Your trip shows travelers heading to Oslo on overlapping dates.
  3. 3. Connect. Like profiles you’re interested in; a mutual like opens a conversation.

Oslo FAQ

How do I meet other travelers in Oslo?

Add your Oslo trip with dates in Travel Datings to see travelers on the same dates, then plan saunas, island trips or hikes together.

Is Oslo expensive?

Yes. Sharing a sauna booking, groceries for picnics and the excellent public transport pass helps a lot.

Can I see the fjords from Oslo?

The Oslofjord is right in the city. The famous western fjords are a train or flight away, a good trip to plan with a travel buddy.

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