Oslo West
The Vigeland sculpture park, beautifully decorated houses and shopping: Oslo West is a feast for the eyes.
Behind the Royal Palace, the streets Bogstadveien and Hegdehaugsveien take you to Majorstua – an established area for nightlife and shopping.
Here you will find exclusive brands such as Acne, Holzweiler and Filippa K, but also chain stores such as Zara and H&M. At Valkyrien shopping mall you can find shops like Moniker, & Other Stories and an H&M home branch.
Close to Majorstua, lies the Frogner park, home to one of Oslo's main tourist attractions, the Vigeland sculpture park. You might have heard of The Angry Boy or The Monolith – they are just two of the 200 sculptures created by Gustav Vigeland that you will find within the park.
The park has much to offer. Discover how Gustav Vigeland worked on the sculpture park at The Vigeland Museum or delve into Oslo's history at the Museum of Oslo. Take a break at charming neighbourhood café or perhaps find a quiet corner of the park to relax on the grass. The park is also excellent for a workout, with tennis courts, Frogner stadium and endless paths for a good run.
Further west lie the areas Frogner, Briskeby and Bygdøy allé. These neighbourhoods are characterised by their ornate houses, art galleries and antiques dealers. In these areas known for their high density of gourmet eateries and great cafés, you are never far away from a good restaurant.
The areas east of Bogstadveien are called Bislett and St. Hanshaugen, two beautiful neighbourhoods with many small shops, coffee shops and thriving nightlife. St. Hanshaugen park is a large hill that offers a beautiful view of the city, perfect for picnics and romantic summer evenings.
Bislett is home to the historic Bislett Stadium. Each summer, the stadium hosts the Bislett Games. It also hosts concerts, sporting events, and organised training sessions. When not in use, the arena is open to the public. Don’t be surprised if you suddenly find yourself running alongside some of Norway's greatest athletes.