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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Bærums Verk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Bergen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bygdoy Peninsula

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4. Drobak

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5. Ekeberg

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6. Fetsund Lenser

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7. Fram Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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8. Gamle Fredrikstad

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9. Grefsenkollen

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10. Hadeland Glassverk

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11. Henie-Onstad Art Center

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12. Holmenkollen

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13. Karlstad, Sweden

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14. Kistefos Museum and Sculpture Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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15. Kongsberg

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16. Lake Mjosa

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Lillehammer

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18. Norwegian Folk Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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19. Tonsberg

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20. Trondheim

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21. TusenFryd Family Park

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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22. Verdens Ende

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23. Vestfold

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24. Viking Ships Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • As the capital of Norway, Oslo is home to a good number of the country's top attractions, but you shouldn't make the mistake of spending all your time here.
  • The area around the city is certainly worth exploring as well, and there are plenty of opportunities to learn about the country's Viking past at institutions like the Viking Ship Museum, explore traditional but inviting small towns, and marvel at the jaw-dropping beauty of the country's fjords and mountains.
  • If you'd rather do something active, you can fish on Lake Mjøsa, hike up Grefsenkollen, or go skiing in Lillehammer.

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