The Mini Rough Guide to Oslo

This mini pocket Oslo travel guidebook is perfect for travellers seeking basic information about Oslo. It covers key places, main attractions and a short hotel and restaurant recommendations list. This book is printed on paper from responsible sources, verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards.

This Oslo travel book covers: Central Oslo, East Oslo, The Bygdøy peninsula, The Nordmarka, The Oslofjord, The islands of the inner Oslofjord.

In this Oslo guidebook, you will find: 

• Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas 

• Things not to miss in Oslo – Akershus Fortress and Castle, Norwegian Folk Museum, Ibsen Museum, Fram Museum, Frogner Park, Viking Ship Museum, Opera House, Nobel Peace Center, Marka, Munch Museum 

• Perfect Day – itinerary suggestions for those on a short break

• Short Oslo introduction – geographical location, cultural legacy, history with interesting key dates 

• What to do in Oslo – recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children’s activities, events and nightlife

• Food and drink – recommendations for local products and places to eat

• Overview maps – handy maps on the inside cover flaps showing Oslo and around

• Practical information – how to get there and around, opening times, health and medical care, and tourist information

• Norwegian section – basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language

• Striking pictures – inspirational colour photography throughout

• Fully updated post-COVID-19

This guide is easy to use and quick to scan through when you need help on the go. It’s the perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you the flavour of Oslo without overwhelming you with too much information.