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1. Aker Brygge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Akershus Castle and Fortress ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bygdoy Peninsula

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4. City Hall

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5. Ekebergparken Sculpture Park

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6. Fram Museum

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7. Frogner Park

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8. Holmenkollen Ski Museum & Tower

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9. Karl Johans Gate

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10. Munch Museum

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11. Natural History Museum

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12. Nordmarka

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13. Norway's Resistance Museum

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14. The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

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15. Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology

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16. Opera House

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17. Oslo Cathedral

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18. Oslo Fjord

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19. Royal Palace

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20. Sognsvann Lake

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21. The Nobel Peace Center

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22. TusenFryd

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23. Vigeland Sculpture Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Proud of its Viking heritage and history, Oslo is a vibrant modern city surrounded by water and forests, perfectly balancing its rich cultural offerings with magnificent nature for its residents that head outdoors every weekend, summer or winter. The elegant architecture of downtown Oslo can be seen while strolling along the main thoroughfare of Carl Johans Gate to the magnificent Royal Palace. Here are the best things to do in Oslo.

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