As we all have heard, Norway is a very expensive country, and managing a trip to this country may be difficult. Here is a 3 day itinerary, with break-down costs, things to do, and sights you cannot miss!
I would recommend travelling during October- this is where flight prices tend to be lower than throughout peak seasons. Weather wise, during October it tends to be more rainy, but I only experienced 1 full day of rain! Checking the weather app is recommended especially if you plan to do outdoor activities, as Norway’s weather can be unforgiving!
Price breakdown (GBP) Per Person
Flights (with Ryanair + travelling with backpack + randomly allocated seats)- £44
Airport transfers- £32
Airbnb (for 4 days & 3 nights)- £156.87
Activities:£79
Food (roughly £5 a meal)- £60
Travel- £15
Total per person cost- £386.87 !
Viking Planet+Touring Oslo
Viking planet is one of the most recommended attractions in Oslo. This museum takes you down an immersive experience of what it was like to be a Viking, from interactive games, a VR experience, a dress-up station to a 270 degree Cinema viewing of the history of Norway. These experiences are all high-end productions, being partnered with Ridley Scott associates, Dimension Studio, M74, as well as one of Norway’s most recognised actors, Erik Gustavson.
This museum offers this experience in a variety of languages, making it suitable for everyone! It is also tailored to all ages and is approximately a 2 hour experience, making it a great way to spend some time inside if its rainy!
Entry Cost: £23 for an adult(prices vary based on age)- you can buy tickets on entry or online
Norway has plenty of beautiful landmarks! The Nationaltheatret holds a big cultural significance in Norway. It has officially opened on the 1st of September 1899, though its roots go back to the Christiania Theatre founded in 1829. The multi-day inaugural celebration on its grand opening featured “three titans” of Norweigan Literature, Plays by Ludvig Holberg, “An enemy of the People” by Henrik Ibsen and Sigrud Jorsalfar by Bjornstjerne Bjornson. It is centrally situated in Oslo, between the Royal Palace and the Parliament of Norway within the Studenterlunden park. This theatre still holds performances, so if you want a cultural submersion, I would recommend on going to see a play here!
Another must-see is Norway’s Royal Palace in Oslo (Det Kongelige slott), which is the official residencce and primary workplace of the Norwegian monarch. Sitting on top of Karl Johans gate, it is famous for its understated elegance and a surprisingly accessible relationship with the public, you can walk all the way up to the front doors! As it is an active state and private home, the palace interior is entirely sealed to the public for most of the year, apart from summer (Late June to Mid August) where it is open to visit. You are able to book exclusive tours that take visitors through the spectacular Great Hall, the Council Chamber and the Bird Room.
A dessert place I highly recommend is SebastienBruno, located at Skovvien 6A, 0257 Oslo, it is a delicious french-inspired bakery, with relatively generous prices. If you are looking for a sweet-treat to enjoy, this place is brilliant!
The Oslo Fjords are definitely my favourite part of this trip. Visiting these islands can be as cheap as £5 for a Ferry ticket, but if you want to do a tour I recommend booking one with Just Guide. I have chosen to book a tour, to better understand the history of these islands, and have guidance on where I am going. The tour cost £44pp, It includes a tour of 3 islands, with the most incredible tour guide, and takes around 3 hours. Throughout this experience, you learn about the significance of each island, its role throughout history and you learn about the families who still live there! It was beautiful in every aspect, perfect if you want a city-break from Oslo. The tour guide spoke English, but there are tours with other languages available if that is better suited for you.
The tour requires you to dress appropriately for the weather, wear walking shoes, and bring a pack lunch!
National Museum, Souvenirs and Norwegian waffles!
The National Museum was recommended by our tour guide for the Oslo Fjords, and I stand by this recommendation. Unlike most museums, this one takes you down a journey through time. You get to see famous sculptures, famous paintings, fashion through time, and modern art with light displays. The entry for this museum is £17, but prices vary depending on age. This museum holds Oslo’s largest collection of art, architecture and design, and easily took 3 hours to get through. At the end, they have a Cafe, with reasonable prices offering pastries, sandwiches and refillable coffee.
If you wish to try something traditional, Haralds Vaffle is the way to go!. You Each waffle is around £7-£9, and you can choose between spreads, icecreams, or the traditional waffle: Jam, Brown cheese and Sourcream. I personally tried the traditional waffle, which was surprisingly incredible considering the mix of sweet and savoury toppings. Brown cheese is a Norwegian delicacy, and tastes like a savoury caramel, and you can even buy some in the markets nearby (although they are expensive), or you could try Brown Cheese chocolate instead!
I also recommend trying Norwegian Coffee, as Norway is one of the highest coffee consumers, I found their coffee to have a stronger taste compared to the UK.
Souvenirs:
Souvenirs were surprisingly difficult to find in Oslo, especially at a reasonable price. The closest I managed to find was a business that sold crafts, where I got a cat container for 190NOK (17GBP). You are most definitley better off buying cheaper Norweigan foods, rather than spending tons on souvenirs, but make sure the food items you buy in Norway meet the rules and regulations of import into your country to avoid disappointment at the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Not at all! English is one of Norway's most spoken languages, meaning you will have minimal trouble getting around and talking to other people! German and Polish is also widely understood.
Norway's tax is 27%, whereas the UK's tax rate is 20%. Although in supermarkets, Norway's prices tend to be lower than the UK's, unless you are shopping for meat, dairy, fruit and/or vegetables- in this instance, they are significantly more expensive.
You are not expected to tip in Norway. Although a 5-10% tip for exceptional service is fairly common.
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