OSLO NORWAY; from 12th to 15th of July 2020

In the article Why Oslo this capital of Norway is vividly described (VisitOSLOa, 2020) as
´´Oslo is the cold north. It is also warm summery days on the fjord. Oslo is skiing and
trekking in the Oslomarka and fine dining later the same evening. Oslo is Much, the Opera,
stunning parks, unique cocktail bars and restaurants, and a vibrant urban scene. ``

It is important to know that Norwegian currency is Norwegian crown (NOK), and at this
moment 31.3.2020, according to European Central Bank (2020) for 1 EUR you get 11.51
NOK.

The best deal for flights on route Ljubljana – Oslo – Ljubljana (skyscanner.com, 2020) for
following dates: First flight from Ljubljana to Oslo, on 12 th of July, with one stop in Frankfurt
is in total 4h 55 minutes long. Flight is with Lufthansa Airlines. From Ljubljana airport flight
is at 7:00 AM and arrives in Oslo 11:55AM.

Return is planned for 15th of July. Departure from Oslo is at 7:45AM, after one stop in
Munich. Plane arrives at Ljubljana airport at 12:15PM. In total these two connected flights,
with one stop each, coast 161€.

Figure 1 Deal for flights on route Ljubljna - Oslo - Ljubljana (12th - 15th July 2020)

Source: Skyscanner, 2020

Day one – 12.07.2020. ARRIVAL

Arriving in Oslo at 11:55 AM means that time can be used even the first day for sightseeing
and exploring city. According to Time and Date (2020) during planned dates in Oslo daylight
is going to be almost 19 hours long, with sunrise around 4 AM and sunsets around 11 PM.

1 PM – Train leaves from Oslo airport

Train leaves from airport almost every hour (rometorio.com, 2020) and this is the cheapest
way to reach city center, one way for 9€ the most.
2:30 PM – Arrival to hostel Club 27

How it is planned little bit after 2 PM train arrives in the city center. Return is planned for
15th of July, need for accommodation is three nights. Perfect accommodation for students are
youth hostels (HostelWorld, 2020). Accommodation in Club 27 Hostel for following three
nights coasts 83.40€.

Figure 2 Deal for accommodation, Hostel Club 27 (12th to 15th July 2020)

Source: HostelWorld, 2020

3PM – City Sightseeing

Upon arrival at the hostel around 3 PM and the entire check-in procedures, there is a lot of
time for sightseeing and meal breaks. Before adventure starts we suggest buying Oslo Pass
ticket and money exchange. Best deal is to by three-day Oslo pass ticket (VisitOslo, 2020b)
which costs 820 NOK = 85€ and provides free entrance to over thirty museums, free public
transportation, free city tours, as well as discounts for various tourist attractions, boats and
similar services. Ownership of ISIC card will give you 20% off on the price of 820 NOK.

Figure 3 Deal for OsloPass

Source: VisitOSLO, 2020

After these formalities exploring can start followed by advices of online local guide (OsloPro
Youtube Chanel, 2018). Head to Main Street and the pedestrian area, Karl Johans Gate Street,
near the Central Station. All major buildings are located on this street: the Royal Palace -
Slottet, the National Theater - Nationaltheatret, the Parliament - Stortingsbygningen, the
University - University and Oslo and the Cathedral - Oslo Domkirke. The street houses many
restaurants and cafes, beautiful parks, fountains and statues. Statues are very popular in Oslo,
so they will be across every step of the way. The King's Palace is at the very top of the street
and behind it is a large and beautiful park open to the public - Slottsparken.

4:30 PM – City Hall

To the left of the National Theater, along the coast, is the City Hall, for which entry is free
with Oslo Pass. Usually, such buildings in Scandinavia and other Western European countries
are beautiful and richly decorated, while the one in Oslo is completely different. It was made
of red brick, in an architectural style known as functionalism. The exterior is decorated with
motives of Norse mythology, history and culture, while statues around the building represent
the Norwegian workforce. Every December 10th, the Nobel Peace Prize is held here.

When you exit City Hall and head to the opposite side, facing the water, you will
immediately see a Nobel Fredssenter - Nobel Peace Prize Center right. Along the port to the
left, you will reach the hill that houses Akershus, or Akershus festning, as it is said in
Norwegian. The view from the fortress to Oslo, Oslofjord and the smaller islands that
surround it, should not be missed.

This whole walk, with a tour of the City Hall and the aforementioned museums, takes up to 6
or 7 PM. It's time for a short break for a meal.

7PM – meal break at Café Skansen

We suggest the local Cafe Skansen, located from the fort at about 500m. Here you can eat
some of the national or local dishes in the price range from 11 € to 27 € (Tripadvisor, 2020).
However, if this is an expensive, cheaper version of the dish you can find it in one of the
supermarkets.

After the meal, walk could be continued along the side streets around the center and many
more statues and sculptures.

Day two – 13.07.2020.

9AM – Self-prepared breakfast at hostels´ kitchen

After breakfast, adventure can continue adventure with the vagabund you met at the hostels
´reception last night. The hostel is relatively close to the city center, so taking Oslo Pass from
the Central Station and tram number 12 arrives directly at next destination (lifeinnorway,
2019).

11AM – Frogner Park

Tram number 12 stands in front of Frogner Park with over two hundred sculptures, part of the
famous Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland. In addition to the figures, the park also houses
the Vigeland Museum, so with Oslo pass, for free it is possible to visit it.
1PM – Vigeland Museum

It's time to head to the Opera House from where the sunset is the most beautiful and where
the most beautiful photos are taken. The Opera House was built in 2008 in Bjørvika, right by
the water. What you will read first in the browser about this building is - Please walk on the
roof. The building is so designed that you can walk on its white marble roof and experience a
unique experience.

9PM – Sunset at the building of Opera House

And when you get to the point that will be the best for you at sunset, behind the Opera
building you will see a neighborhood known as Barcode. These are modern buildings that are
different from each other and resemble the pixels that bear their name.

Day three – 14.07.2020.

8AM – Self-prepared breakfast at Hostel

Early in the morning, the third day begins. Direction is again the City Hall, because there is
possible will catch a boat in the port, which will takes tourists through Oslofjord and islands.

9:30 AM – Boat cruise

The stop is to the right of City Hall, as soon as passed by Nobels Fredssenter, it will appear
boards where information about the exact departure location and timetable can be found. Boat
number B10 goes to this tour. With the Oslo pass card, this trip is free, with a hold time of
about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

12 AM – Toyen

After boat tour, metro will drive to Tøyen Station near the Munk Museum. Along the way,
visit the murals, which are very popular and interesting in Oslo, and here are just about every
building in the entire neighborhood.

2 PM – Munk Museum

After the murals, Munk Museum is perfect decision. It is a very small museum with a small
exhibit of Munk's works which is briefly visited. Admission is free with the Oslo Pass.

3 PM – Botanical Garden walk

Immediately across from the museum is the Botanical Garden walk can be continued at the
Grünerløkka settlement, located on the east side of the Akerselva River, which, due to the
large number of cafes, restaurants, design and second hand shops, is considered to be the
hipster area.

4:30 PM – Walk by the river

Continue along the river to the Ankerbrua Bridge or Fairy tail bridge with statues of
Norwegian fairy tales.
6 PM – National Gallery (Nasjonalgalleriet)

The last thing to do in Oslo is a visit to the National Gallery - Nasjonalgalleriet. The museum
is fantastic. Here is possible to see seeing Munk's most famous work "Scream", followed with
famous works of Picasso, Dega, Krog, Modiliani and many other Norwegian and other
painters.

Day four – 15.07.2020.

After early check out, with the same train airport can be reached and return flight is at
7:45AM. Arrival in Ljubljana airport is at 12:15 PM.
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