Bygdøy
Visit the museum island to learn more about the rich history of Norway.
From the Viking age till today
At the museums of Bygdøy you will experience and learn about the Norwegian spirit, the explorers and history from the Viking age till today. You can also combine the visit to Bygdøy with a sightseeing trip on the fjord.
Bygdøy has a rich history, which includes being farmland for a Cistercian monastery in the Middle Ages and as a hunting and recreation area for the Royal Family. During the mid-1800s King Karl Johan purchased properties from landowners and established a large public park. In 1882 the world's first open-air museum (the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History) emerged, to tell stories about the Norwegian cultural history.
The combination of beautiful landscapes, beaches, farmlife and museums that cover a wide range of topics, makes Bygdøy a prime location to visit for families with young children.
Plan your visit to Bygdøy
How to get there
During the summer season, the Bygdøy ferry takes you from the city centre across the fjord to Bygdøy in 15-20 minutes. Check the Bygdøy ferry's website for more information.
You can also take bus number 30 all year round. The bus stops at all of the museums, and it takes 15 minutes from the city centre. Check departure times and stops with Ruter's journey planner.
Bygdøy is also a great bike ride away from city centre. Hop on a city bike and follow the harbour promenade towards Frognerkilen. It will take you approximately 20 minutes to get to Bygdøy by bike from the central station Oslo S.