Guide to Oslo's west side

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Get to know the destinations and attractions of East Norway.

Oslo

Inspiration and information to make the most of your stay in Oslo.

Akershus

The county that encircles the capital city offers fjord and forests, land and sea, small and medium-sized towns and many exciting attractions and activities.

Asker and Bærum

Two gems along the Oslo Fjord.

Follo

By the shores of the Oslo Fjord.

Romerike

Historic meeting place since 1814.

Vestfold

Holmestrand

Horten

Sandefjord

Tønsberg and Færder

Larvik

Larvik, Stavern and Lågendalen offer great experiences in beautiful nature, gorgeous archipelago, cosy villages and happy, friendly people.

Østfold

More than 1000 islands along an endless coastline, and 100 beaches. Charming villages, great fishing lakes and bright yellow fields.

Fredrikstad and Hvaler

Two good neighbours, Fredrikstad & Hvaler belong together. If you visit one, you will not want to miss out on the other. The Fortified town and the beautiful archipelago of Hvaler is a must see.

Halden

Halden is an idyllic little town nestled down by the fjord. Cobblestone streets, nice shops, cosy restaurants, river promenades and the guest harbor are all within easy reach downtown. Above the town center looms the mighty Fredriksten fortress.

Indre Østfold

Between Oslo and the Swedish border lies this diverse and exciting region – Inner Østfold. Explore the pristine nature, which offers peace and quiet, as well as canoeing, bike rides and fishing. The region is full of variety, and offers nightlife and shopping as well as beautiful nature.

Moss

Moss and its surrounding region has a varied and rich cultural landscape with lots of great hiking and biking trails. Here you will find exciting cultural activities such as concerts, shows, art exhibitions and festivals.

Sarpsborg

Sarpsborg is situated in the heart of Østfold. The city has long history being the third oldest city in Norway and the country’s first capital. Here you can find a lot of different activities both in door and outdoors.

Hedmark

Lake Mjøsa, manor farms, River Glomma, the Finnskogen forest, charming cities and towns. Glass, treetop huts, local food, bike, skiing, and angling. Just to mention a few of the things you can experience in Hedmark.

The Elverum Region

Forests, water, culture and health. That is the Elverum Region!

The Hamar Region

With its stable climate, diverse nature, rich cultural heritage and wide range of activities, the Hamar region can offer exciting adventures all year round.

The Kongsvinger Region

Oslo region

Experiences that tie together the destinations in our region.

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Bygdøy allé, Frogner House Apartments
Photo: VisitOSLO/Jonas Anhede

Vigelandsparken
Photo: VisitOSLO/Erik Tresse ©Vigeland-museet/BONO2011

Løvenskiolds gate, Frogner, Oslo
Photo: Anna Pavlyuchkova (license: CC BY-ND 2.0)

Oslo West

The terms east side and west side of Oslo were traditionally used about the economical and social divide between the eastern and the western parts of Oslo. The prices on housing and the general level of income have traditionally been higher in the western part of the city.

Behind the Royal Palace, towards the Vigeland Sculpture Park, lies the neighbourhood Majorstua with the streets Bogstadveien and Hegdehaugsveien – an established area for nightlife and shopping. Here you will find exclusive brands like Hugo Boss, DKNY and Massimo Dutti, but also stores like Zara and H&M. There are also many trendy clubs and bars, especially in Hegdehaugsveien.

Further west you find the areas Frogner, Briskeby and Bygdøy allé. The many luxurious apartment buildings characterise the area, and in Bygdøy allé you will find exclusive and modern stores offering the best in interior design and furniture in addition to several types of specialised stores. This part of town also has a large amount of art galleries and antique stores, and you never have to look far for a place to eat or drink, whether you are looking for a nice gourmet restaurant or a cosy neighbourhood café.

East of Bogstadveien, Bislett and St. Hanshaugen you will find nice areas with a combination of small shops, coffee shops and a pulsating nightlife. Many students hang out in these areas, as the College of Oslo is located here. St. Hanshaugen itself offers a great view over the city and is a popular park for lazy days in summer.

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