Cheap date ideas in Oslo

Places where you get away with a couple of hundred kroner.

Oslo is expensive. Two coffees and a bun runs to 200 kroner before you have done anything. These are the cheapest entries in the guide: coffee bars, walks, viewpoints and things you can do without watching the bill.

Each one lists the address, how long it takes and what you realistically end up spending.

Cheap date in Oslo

87 affordable places

Operataket – Culture, Oslo

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Operataket

Take a stroll on the roof and see the Oslo Fjord at its best.

Kirsten Flagstads plass 11 hour

Akerselva from Maridalen to Vaterland – Outdoors, Oslo

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Akerselva from Maridalen to Vaterland

A long, scenic walk along the river from the forest to the city.

Maridalsvannet2 h 30 min

Ekebergparken – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ekebergparken

Go exploring among sculptures and trees.

Kongsveien 232 hours

Hovedøya – Outdoors, Oslo

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Hovedøya

Monastery ruins and forest walks just a short boat ride away.

Hovedøya3 hours

Frognerparken – Outdoors, Oslo

Frognerparken

A classic stroll among statues and roses.

Kirkeveien1 h 30 min

Kragutsikten – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kragutsikten

A high-up viewpoint where you can see far across the fjord.

Voksenkollveien1 h 30 min

Stovner Tower – Outdoors, Oslo

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Stovner Tower

A long walkway in the treetops with views over the whole valley.

Karl Fossums vei 301 hour

Sørenga sjøbad – Outdoors, Oslo

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Sørenga sjøbad

Summer and swimming right by the city center.

Sørengkaia 692 hours

Java Espressobar – Café, Oslo

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Java Espressobar

Classic coffee bar at St. Hanshaugen with the best beans in town.

Ullevålsveien 4745 min

Sognsvann – Outdoors, Oslo

Sognsvann

A classic walk around the lake in the woods.

Sognsvannsveien 1002 hours

Botanisk hage – Outdoors, Oslo

Botanisk hage

Oslo’s quietest garden right in the middle of Tøyen.

Sars gate 11 h 30 min

Jewish Museum in Oslo – Culture, Oslo

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Jewish Museum in Oslo

An intimate cultural gem hidden in an old synagogue

Calmeyers gate 15B1 hour

Iladalen Park – Outdoors, Oslo

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Iladalen Park

A quiet park gem with cool buildings and plenty of space to relax.

Iladalen park1 hour

Rodeløkka Allotment Gardens – Outdoors, Oslo

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Rodeløkka Allotment Gardens

A hidden oasis with colorful tiny houses and blooming gardens

Rosenhoffgata 201 hour

The Queen's Park – Outdoors, Oslo

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The Queen's Park

A hidden gem behind the Royal Palace only open during summer

Hasleparken – Outdoors, Oslo

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Hasleparken

A local neighborhood spot for a relaxed picnic.

0575 Oslo1 hour

St. Hanshaugen park – Outdoors, Oslo

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St. Hanshaugen park

A lovely park with views and green hills.

St. Hanshaugen1 h 30 min

Bogstadvannet & Bogstad Manor – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bogstadvannet & Bogstad Manor

Historic manor and scenic lakeside paths right by the forest

Sørkedalsveien 4501 h 30 min

Ola Narr – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ola Narr

Lovely hill at Tøyen with plenty of sun and space.

Farine – Café, Oslo

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Farine

A very cozy neighborhood bakery at Kampen.

Normannsgata 441 hour

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Chateau Neuf Theatre & Impro – Activity, Oslo

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Chateau Neuf Theatre & Impro

Unpredictable and affordable improv theater in a relaxed student atmosphere

Slemdalsveien 151 h 30 min

Marienlyst Minigolfpark – Activity, Oslo

Marienlyst Minigolfpark

Classic mini-golf and ice cream in the sun at Marienlyst.

Kirkeveien 921 hour

Oslo Reptile Park – Activity, Oslo

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Oslo Reptile Park

Snakes and lizards in a city centre backyard.

St. Olavs Gate 21 hour

PREIK – Culture, Oslo

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PREIK

Free laughs in Gamlebyen every other Thursday.

Ekeberg Stairs – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ekeberg Stairs

A nice walk up the hill with views of the fjord.

1179 Oslo1 h 30 min

Framneshaven – Outdoors, Oslo

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Framneshaven

A quiet hideaway with sea views at Frogner.

Hammock Trip to Vettakollen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Hammock Trip to Vettakollen

City views and forest air in one trip.

Vettakollen3 hours

Kongen Marina – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kongen Marina

Holiday vibes in the middle of Oslo.

Frognerstranda 41 hour

Lysakerelva Hiking Trail – Outdoors, Oslo

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Lysakerelva Hiking Trail

A refreshing riverside walk with waterfalls and suspension bridges

Kristian Auberts vei 401 h 30 min

Nordre Skøyen Manor – Outdoors, Oslo

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Nordre Skøyen Manor

A quiet park walk with nice views on the east side.

Peter Aas' vei 171 h 30 min

Sukkerbiten – Outdoors, Oslo

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Sukkerbiten

Relax by the water's edge right next to the Opera House.

Nylandsveien 281 hour

Økern Portal Rooftop – Outdoors, Oslo

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Økern Portal Rooftop

A green garden with amazing views on top of Økern.

Lørenfaret 11 hour

Deichman Bjørvika rooftop terrace – Culture, Oslo

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Deichman Bjørvika rooftop terrace

The city's best view without spending a dime.

Anne-Cath1 hour

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Hei Solvik – Outdoors, Oslo

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Hei Solvik

Fjord idyll that feels far away from the city.

Skinnerbakken 7 C2 h 30 min

Munch's Ekely – Culture, Oslo

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Munch's Ekely

A hidden artist's garden and Munch's historic studio

Jarlsborgveien 141 hour

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Linderud Manor and Park – Outdoors, Oslo

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Linderud Manor and Park

A hidden gem with historic charm and lush apple orchards

Trondheimsveien 3191 hour

Ormsund Coastal Path – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ormsund Coastal Path

A hidden gem by the water with a true coastal vibe

Grønsundveien 161 hour

Storøyodden – Outdoors, Oslo

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Storøyodden

One of the nicest beaches nearby with views of the open fjord.

Storøyodden3 hours

Cue – Activity, Oslo

Cue

Pool and low-key vibes at Grünerløkka.

Thorvald Meyers gate 112 hours

Gressholmen Kro og Skog – Outdoors, Oslo

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Gressholmen Kro og Skog

A short ferry ride to coastal idyll and a relaxed pub atmosphere

Gressholmen2 h 30 min

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Bekkelagsbadet – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bekkelagsbadet

Swim spot with cool diving boards and plenty of sun.

Mailand2 h 30 min

Handwerk Botaniske – Café, Oslo

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Handwerk Botaniske

Coffee and pastries in the Botanical Garden.

Sars' gate 11 h 15 min

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Intercultural Museum – Culture, Oslo

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Intercultural Museum

Intriguing exhibitions in old police cells in the heart of Grønland

Tøyenbekken 51 hour

Kafé Hærverk – Bar, Oslo

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Kafé Hærverk

In the mood for dancing and a darker club vibe? Head here.

Hausmanns gate 342 hours

Evening walk at Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Evening walk at Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen

A walk along the pier all the way to the art at Tjuvholmen.

Tjuvholmen1 h 30 min

Picnic in Bjølsenparken – Outdoors, Oslo

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Picnic in Bjølsenparken

Relax under big trees in the heart of Bjølsen.

Bjølsenparken1 h 30 min

Torshovdalen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Torshovdalen

A large park with a great view of the city and the fjord.

Torshovdalen1 h 30 min

Katten Beach – Outdoors, Oslo

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Katten Beach

Small beach with smooth rocks and a real fjord vibe.

Katten Bad2 hours

Ulsrudvannet – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ulsrudvannet

Forest and lake vibes right at the end of the metro line.

Ulsrudvannet2 h 30 min

Nieu Grünerløkka – Culture, Oslo

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Nieu Grünerløkka

Small and intimate comedy club at Løkka.

Chr. Krohgs gate 602 hours

Illegal Burger – Restaurant, Oslo

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Illegal Burger

Small spot in Møllergata serving the juiciest burgers in town.

Møllergata 231 hour

Vettakollen Viewpoint – Outdoors, Oslo

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Vettakollen Viewpoint

The best view in town, and surprisingly easy to get to.

Vettaliveien 19-253 hours

Haralds Vaffel – Café, Oslo

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Haralds Vaffel

Casual and legendary waffle spot in the heart of Grünerløkka

Olaf Ryes Plass 330 min

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Kaffebrenneriet Universitetsgata – Café, Oslo

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Kaffebrenneriet Universitetsgata

One of the city's most beautiful coffee shops with a continental feel

Universitetsgata 1845 min

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Trollvannstua & Trollvann – Outdoors, Oslo

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Trollvannstua & Trollvann

Forest idyll by a small lake with a cozy traditional log cabin

Trollvannsveien 31 h 30 min

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The Labour Museum – Culture, Oslo

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The Labour Museum

A journey back to the daily lives of Oslo's factory workers

Sagveien 281 hour

Bygdøy Coastal Path – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bygdøy Coastal Path

A peaceful coastal walk with hidden coves and forest paths

Dronninghavnveien 11 h 30 min

Kolsåstoppen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kolsåstoppen

A hike with arguably the best view in town.

Hvervenbukta Beach – Outdoors, Oslo

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Hvervenbukta Beach

A lovely coastal getaway with smooth rocks and trails just south of the city.

Hvervenbukta3 hours

Kniven Bar – Bar, Oslo

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Kniven Bar

Dark, unpretentious metal pub with soul and great vibes

Møllergata 321 h 30 min

Glassberget – Outdoors, Oslo

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Glassberget

A hidden little rocky outcrop at Vålerenga with views of the whole city.

Ulsrudvann swimming spot – Outdoors, Oslo

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Ulsrudvann swimming spot

A quiet forest gem with rocks and evening sun just a short subway ride away

Langøyene – Outdoors, Oslo

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Langøyene

A short boat trip to beaches and big green fields.

Langøyene4 hours

Bygdøy Sjøbad – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bygdøy Sjøbad

A quiet beach with views of the fjord.

Bygdøy Sjøbad2 h 30 min

Torshov Minigolf – Activity, Oslo

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Torshov Minigolf

A hidden gem for mini golf tucked away in a quiet neighborhood courtyard

Hegermanns gate1 hour

Bærums Verk Historical Area – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bærums Verk Historical Area

Historical surroundings with art, river views, and cozy shops

Verksgata 152 hours

Gressholmen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Gressholmen

A quick ferry ride to a quiet island getaway.

Gressholmen4 hours

Huk – Outdoors, Oslo

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Huk

Saltwater and sunshine at Oslo's most famous beach.

Huk aveny 403 hours

Kjelsås Kulp and Frysja – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kjelsås Kulp and Frysja

Swimming and strolling along the most scenic part of the Akerselva river

Kjelsåsveien 145 B1 h 30 min

Kolsåstoppen North and South – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kolsåstoppen North and South

A hike featuring the most stunning views over the Oslo fjord

1353 Bærums Verk2 h 30 min

The Palace Park – Outdoors, Oslo

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The Palace Park

One of the city's most beautiful gardens with historic trees and hidden paths

Slottsplassen 11 hour

Ekeberg frisbee golf – Activity, Oslo

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Ekeberg frisbee golf

Casual frisbee golf with a view of the city.

Brannfjellveien 86A2 hours

Tyskertoppen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Tyskertoppen

A quiet little hilltop at St. Hanshaugen where you can actually hear each other talk.

Kontraskjæret – Outdoors, Oslo

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Kontraskjæret

A green hillside with a great view of the fjord.

Kontraskjæret1 h 30 min

Tøyenbadet – Activity, Oslo

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Tøyenbadet

Swimming and saunas in a bright, modern space.

Helgesens gate 902 hours

Lutvann Hike – Outdoors, Oslo

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Lutvann Hike

A peaceful hike around Oslo's clearest forest lake

0676 Oslo1 h 30 min

Bike ride through Kampen and Vålerenga – Outdoors, Oslo

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Bike ride through Kampen and Vålerenga

See the prettiest wooden houses in Oslo from a bike.

Sons gate 3A2 h 30 min

Oslo Archers – Activity, Oslo

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Oslo Archers

Try archery and see who hits the bullseye.

Olaf Helsets vei 51 h 30 min

Disc Golf at Muselunden – Outdoors, Oslo

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Disc Golf at Muselunden

Have some fun with disc golf at Sinsen.

Muselunden1 h 30 min

Grefsenkollen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Grefsenkollen

Hammock trip with a view of the whole city.

Grefsenkollveien 233 hours

Sydstranda at Ulvøya – Outdoors, Oslo

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Sydstranda at Ulvøya

Head to Ulvøya for a swim in a more relaxed setting.

Måkeveien 262 h 30 min

Akershus festning – Outdoors, Oslo

Akershus festning

An evening stroll with views of the fjord and the city.

0150 Oslo1 h 30 min

Pollett Bislett – Activity, Oslo

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Pollett Bislett

Slot car racing and a great courtyard at Bislett.

Pilestredet 601 h 30 min

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Norway's Resistance Museum – Culture, Oslo

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Norway's Resistance Museum

A powerful journey through war history located at Akershus Fortress

Akershus festning1 h 15 min

Godt Brød Grünerløkka – Café, Oslo

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Godt Brød Grünerløkka

A casual bakery at Løkka with great people-watching.

Thorvald Meyers gate 4945 min

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Vippa – Restaurant, Oslo

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Vippa

Street food and sea breeze at the edge of the pier.

Akershusstranda 252 hours

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Sankthansåsen – Outdoors, Oslo

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Sankthansåsen

A chill hilltop with a view in the Østmarka forest.

Sankthansåsen2 hours

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