Top Oslo Attractions & Museums

A visit to Norway is not complete without learning about the locals' infamous ancestors. Book your ticket in advance and learn about the Viking era at Oslo's Viking Planet, which demonstrates the impact the Vikings had on Norwegian and world culture via holograms, cinematic experiences, virtual reality, and more.

Enjoy entrance to Oslo's Kon-Tiki Museum, dedicated to the sea expeditions of Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl. The museum is home to Heyerdahl's balsa wood Kon-Tiki raft, which he used to sail from Peru to Polynesia in 1947, as well as numerous other exhibits. See artifacts relating to Heyerdahl's visits to Easter Island, marvel at the stunning craftsmanship of the RA—the first ship to sail under a United Nations flag—and learn about one of Norway's most legendary figures. Your attraction ticket includes a noon showing of the Oscar-winning Kon-Tiki documentary film.

The Munch Museum is one of Oslo’s most important art museums, devoted to the works of local artist Edvard Munch. With this prepaid admission ticket, enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided tour without the hassle of waiting in line. Once inside, spend as long as you like exploring the exhibitions, which include Munch’s most famous work “The Scream” along with lesser-known masterpieces.

Explore Norway's only dedicated museum to product failures and innovations that didn't quite make the mark. This engaging exhibit showcases over 120 fascinating flops—from the Nokia N-Gage to Google Glass—highlighting the lessons learned from these ambitious missteps. Visitors gain insight into the humor behind each failure, making it a perfect outing for families or groups. The museum blends education and entertainment, celebrating the idea that failure is a crucial step towards success.

At the world’s first digital Viking Museum, the Viking Age is resurrected with the help of VR technology, holograms, interactive screens and a 270-degree cinema. Here you can explore digital versions of the famed Gokstad and Oseberg ships as well as many other objects currently on loan from the Museum of the Viking Age. Learn about society, religion, folklore, and the most significant events of the Viking Age in our interactive exhibitions.

Discover how the Vikings impacted Norwegian culture on a visit to Norway’s first digital museum, The Viking Planet. Located in Oslo, the museum features an immersive virtual-reality experience, a 270-degree cinema, and holograms, along with other interactive exhibits that showcase Viking heritage. Plus, integrate yourself into a battle and other scenarios at the selfie zone.