Oslo has nightlife, shopping, restaurants, great nature and a varied culture programme, in addition to an open and lively gay scene.
The Norwegian society is, generally speaking, liberal towards the gay community. Norway has several gay public figures, in entertainment and sports as well as in politics and business. In fact, both the former Minister of Finance and the former chairman of Oslo's city council are openly gay.
In addition to the designated gay bars like London, So and Elsker, there are also other places with many gay regular guests.
Calendar of events in Oslo that are of particular interest to the gay community.
LLH is the Norwegian LGBT Association, working against all forms of discrimination against LGBT people.
Tronsmo specialises on subjects like politics, feminism, gay & lesbian, movies and fiction.
Free clinic for LGBT aged 13-30 offering information, medical guidance, and somebody to talk to.