The shopping centres of Oslo: shopping on a rainy day

Each of Oslo’s neighbourhoods has its distinctive features - and its shopping centres. Are you looking to explore Norway's most popular chain stores, or hunt for renowned designers and Scandinavian-style clothing?

At Oslo's delightful shopping centres, you won’t mind a little rain during your vacation days.

The pulsating city centre

In the centre of Oslo, there is a wide range of shopping centres in close proximity to each other. You'll find chain stores as well as luxury fashion shops, several of which are located in Oslo's main street, Karl Johans gate.

Oslo City – right on the city's main artery

Norway's most visited centre, Oslo City, has all of five floors. It's location is as central as it gets, being connected to Oslo Central Station, Oslo Bus Terminal and the Jernbanetorget metro station.

Oslo City is the place to go to find many of Norway's biggest chain stores. It is also the preferred shopping centre for some late-night shopping, being the only one staying open until 10pm.

Address: Jernbanetorget 6, 0154 Oslo 

Byporten – the gate to the city

Byporten is located right next to Oslo City, so make sure to include it in your city centre shopping itinerary. From Byporten, which literally means “the gate to the city”, you can also walk directly into Oslo Central Station.

Byporten is somewhat smaller than Oslo City but will nevertheless provide you with what you need, such as groceries, a pharmacy, a jeweler and several clothing stores. On the second floor, you'll also find a selection of stores with Scandinavian-style clothing.

Address: Jernbanetorget 6, 0154 Oslo

Steen & Strøm Department Store – preferred by the style-conscious

The venerable department store Steen & Strøm is to be found right on på Karl Johans gate. Its open shops filled with luxury good might remind you of Macy's or Harrods, and it is definitely worth a visit. 

This is where you’ll find international high quality luxury brands from around the world, along with Scandinavian brands and their characteristic clean lines.

When you get hungry, we recommend that you pop downstairs. Follow the scent of tacos and sushi. On the underground food hall, you're sure to find something tempting. For a "typically Scandinavian" sweet to take home as a souvenir, we recommend checking out Lakrids by Bülow. Norwegians love licorice.

Address: Nedre Slottsgate 8, 0157 Oslo

Address: Karl Johans gate 23, 0159 Oslo

Paleet Shopping – between the Parliament and the Royal Palace

Paleet Shopping is a popular shopping centre in the upper part of Karl Johans gate. If you’re out having a look at the Parliament and the Royal Palace, you'll find Paleet right between these two attractions.

Paleet consists of 20 fashion stores with both Scandinavian and international brands. Check out YME Universe for a unique selection of modern streetwear, or Høyer, Norway's largest luxury clothing chain.

Address: Karl Johans gate 37-43, 0162 Oslo

A multicultural neighbourhood – Gamle Oslo

Oslo's east side, including Gamle Oslo, has many charming streets and shops. The area in and around Grønland has a bustling, multicultural atmosphere, and it's no wonder people from all over Oslo come here to shop for produce and textiles.

Grønland Basar 

In Grønland, you can be sure to find things you won't find elsewhere, and at Grønland Basar, you can browse through a mix of Norwegian and foreign store concepts. There is also a grocery store, a jeweler, a hair salon, as well as several restaurants.

Address: Tøyengata 2

The fashionable neighbourhood – Frogner

Frogner is part of Oslo's west side. Here, you'll find grand old villas and embassies, as well as Oslo's most popular shopping street, Bogstadveien.

Valkyrien – a favourite among influencers  

Valkyrien shopping centre is one of Oslo's newest shopping centres, located right on Valkyrie plass on the western end of Bogstadveien.

A nice way to reach Valkyrien senter is to walk up Karl Johans gate, through the Royal Palace Park, and up Bogstadveien. This way, you'll pass by the Royal Palace and the fashionable Bogstadveien.

Valkyrien is the right shopping centre for you if you’re into following the latest trends. Moniker is a shop where you might meet some of Norway's biggest influencers and celebrities, on the hunt for their next Instagram outfit.

While many of the labels here have prices in the upper range, Valkyrien also has popular stores for more modest budgets, such as &Other Stories and H&M Home. Make sure to also check out the Maanesten, a Danish jewellery brand that is very popular in Norway.

Valkyrien also has a food hall on its lowest level, where you can relax after your shopping spree. For example, indulge in as much sushi as you can at Sabrura's sushi buffet.

Address: Valkyriegata 3, 0366 Oslo

A neighbourhood by the Fjord – Aker Brygge

When in Oslo, a visit to Aker Brygge is a must. Aker Brygge is Oslo’s transport hub for the fjord, and attracts commuters, tourists, and Oslo residents looking to relax. The restaurants line the waterfront, and almost all of them have outdoor seating facing the waterfront.

Aker Brygge Shopping – an indoor shopping street 

Aker Brygge is the place to go for shopping in idyllic surroundings. Within the old brick buildings, a charming shopping street awaits you, full of marvelous interior design pieces, a bookshop, vintage treasures, eyewear and several Norwegian clothing stores. Check out You & I for example, to find your next summer dress from a Scandinavian brand.

Address: Bryggegata