Date spots in Oslo: Daytime

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Tim Wendelboe

World-class coffee in a bright spot at Løkka.

Grüners gate 11 hour

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Supreme Roastworks

Really good coffee in bright surroundings at Torshov.

Thorvald Meyers gate 181 hour

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Oslo Keramikkverksted

Learn to throw your own cups.

Vulkan 222 hours

Hovedøya

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

Hovedøya3 hours

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Ekebergparken

Go exploring among sculptures and trees.

Kongsveien 232 hours

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Fuglen

Vintage furniture, great coffee, and solid drinks all in one.

Universitetsgata 22 hours

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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

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Kragutsikten

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

Voksenkollveien1 h 30 min

Damplassen 24-251 h 15 min

Åpent Bakeri Damplassen

A cozy bakery in a quiet square at Ullevål Hageby.

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Stovner Tower

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

Karl Fossums vei 301 hour

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Talormade

Great coffee and tasty cakes in a quiet street at Løkka.

Operagata 67 B1 h 15 min

Sognsvannsveien 1002 hours

Sognsvann

A classic walk around the lake in the woods.

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Sørenga sjøbad

Summer and swimming right by the city center.

Sørengkaia 692 hours

Frognerparken

A classic stroll among statues and roses.

Kirkeveien1 h 30 min

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Klatreverket Torshov

Cool bouldering spot in an old factory hall.

Myrens Verksted 3K2 hours

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Java Espressobar

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

Ullevålsveien 4745 min

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Ekebergrestauranten

Dinner with the best view in town.

Kongsveien 152 h 30 min

Botanisk hage

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

Sars gate 11 h 30 min

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Nasjonalmuseet

The Nordic region's largest art museum by the harbor.

Brynjulf Bulls plass 33 hours

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Iladalen Park

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

Iladalen park1 hour

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Rodeløkka Allotment Gardens

A hidden oasis with colorful tiny houses and blooming gardens

Rosenhoffgata 201 hour

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The Queen's Park

A hidden gem behind the Royal Palace only open during summer

Sentrum45 min

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Hasleparken

A local neighborhood spot for a relaxed picnic.

0575 Oslo1 hour

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St. Hanshaugen park

A lovely park with views and green hills.

St. Hanshaugen1 h 30 min

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Bogstadvannet & Bogstad Manor

Historic manor and scenic lakeside paths right by the forest

Sørkedalsveien 4501 h 30 min

Olaf Helsets vei 52 hours

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Oslo Climbing Centre

A bit of play and sweat at the climbing gym.

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Farine

A very cozy neighborhood bakery at Kampen.

Normannsgata 441 hour

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Fiskeriet Youngstorget

Casual seafood gem at Youngstorget featuring the city's best fish & chips

Youngstorget 2b1 h 15 min

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Tøyen Kaffebar

An intimate and unpretentious neighborhood favorite at Tøyen

Økernveien 91 hour

Marienlyst Minigolfpark

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

Kirkeveien 921 hour

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Oslo Reptile Park

Snakes and lizards in a city centre backyard.

St. Olavs Gate 21 hour

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Karlsborg Spiseforretning

Great food and views in an old villa at Ekeberg.

Kongsveien 211 h 30 min

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Kon-Tiki Museet

Check out Heyerdahl's legendary rafts at Bygdøy.

Bygdøynesveien 361 h 30 min

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Ekeberg Stairs

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

1179 Oslo1 h 30 min

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Creative Collective

Get creative together with a coffee or a glass of wine.

Dronning Mauds gate 32 hours

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Hammock Trip to Vettakollen

City views and forest air in one trip.

Vettakollen3 hours

Kristian Auberts vei 401 h 30 min

Lysakerelva Hiking Trail

A refreshing riverside walk with waterfalls and suspension bridges

Escape Room Oslo

Teamwork and brain teasers under pressure.

Akersgata 11 h 30 min

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Holmenkollen Zipline

Experience the thrill of flying down the legendary Holmenkollen ski jump

Kongeveien 51 hour

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Stockfleths Prinsens gate

A quiet coffee shop with a relaxed vibe in the city center.

Prinsens gate 61 hour

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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

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Økern Portal Rooftop

A green garden with amazing views on top of Økern.

Lørenfaret 11 hour

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Norsk Teknisk Museum

A playful date with machines and experiments.

Kjelsåsveien 1432 h 30 min

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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

Fjord idyll that feels far away from the city.

Skinnerbakken 7 C2 h 30 min

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Paint on Pots Tjuvholmen

Paint your own pottery right by the water's edge.

Lille Stranden 32 hours

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Popsenteret

Explore music history and record your own track in the studio

Trondheimsveien 21 h 30 min

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Munch's Ekely

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

Jarlsborgveien 141 hour

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Snø Indoor Ski Park

Take your date to a winter wonderland all year round

Snøfonna 53 hours

Skimore Oslo Summer Park

Climbing park and zip-lines overlooking the city

Tryvannsveien 643 hours

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Linderud Manor and Park

A hidden gem with historic charm and lush apple orchards

Trondheimsveien 3191 hour

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Ormsund Coastal Path

A hidden gem by the water with a true coastal vibe

Grønsundveien 161 hour

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Akerselva Kayaking

See the city from a new perspective as you glide down the river

Nordre gate1 h 30 min

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Frammuseet

Climb aboard a real polar ship at Bygdøy.

Bygdøynesveien 391 h 30 min

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Storøyodden

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

Storøyodden3 hours

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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

Swim spot with cool diving boards and plenty of sun.

Mailand2 h 30 min

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Learn2Kayak

Experience Oslo from the water in a tandem kayak

c/o Sollerudstranda Skole2 hours

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Handwerk Botaniske

Coffee and pastries in the Botanical Garden.

Sars' gate 11 h 15 min

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Ibsen Museum & Theatre

Visit Ibsen's apartment and experience theatre in a historic setting

Henrik Ibsens gate 261 h 15 min

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Intercultural Museum

Intriguing exhibitions in old police cells in the heart of Grønland

Tøyenbekken 51 hour

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Høyt & Lavt Lillestrøm Climbing Park

Challenge your fear of heights together in the treetops

Asakveien3 hours

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KROLOFTET Workshops & Courses

Creative workshop space with coffee, food and sauna by Svartdalsparken

Arnljot Gellines vei 411 h 30 min

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Rush Trampolinepark

Trampoline park for some childish fun.

Rosenholmveien 221 h 30 min

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Mathallen Oslo

Lots of great food and a casual vibe at Vulkan.

Vulkan 51 h 30 min

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Picnic in Bjølsenparken

Relax under big trees in the heart of Bjølsen.

Bjølsenparken1 h 30 min

Edvard Munchs plass 12 h 30 min

Munchmuseet

Thirteen floors of art and fjord views.

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Torshovdalen

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

Torshovdalen1 h 30 min

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Katten Beach

Small beach with smooth rocks and a real fjord vibe.

Katten Bad2 hours

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Ulsrudvannet

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

Ulsrudvannet2 h 30 min

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Vettakollen Viewpoint

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

Vettaliveien 19-253 hours

Haralds Vaffel

Casual and legendary waffle spot in the heart of Grünerløkka

Olaf Ryes Plass 330 min

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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

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

Trollvannsveien 31 h 30 min

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The Labour Museum

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

Sagveien 281 hour

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Bygdøy Coastal Path

A peaceful coastal walk with hidden coves and forest paths

Dronninghavnveien 11 h 30 min

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Oslo City Museum

Explore Oslo's history inside a beautiful manor in Frogner Park

Halvdan Svartes gate 581 h 15 min

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Bygdøy Curling

Ice curling and waffles in a cozy clubhouse.

Huk Aveny 452 hours

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Kolsåstoppen

A hike with arguably the best view in town.

Kolsås3 hours

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Mocca Kaffebar

Casual neighborhood cafe at Briskeby.

Niels Juels gate 70B1 hour

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Norsk Folkemuseum

An outdoor stroll among old houses and stave churches.

Museumsveien 102 h 30 min

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Emanuel Vigeland Museum

A truly unique and mystical experience in the dark at Slemdal

Grimelundsveien 81 hour

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Vikingtidsmuseet

See real Viking ships over at Bygdøy.

Huk Aveny 351 h 30 min

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Tøyenbadet

Swimming and saunas in a bright, modern space.

Helgesens gate 902 hours

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Kunstnernes Hus

A perfect blend of contemporary art, great pizza, and a relaxed vibe by the Palace Park

Wergelandsveien 171 h 30 min

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Lutvann Hike

A peaceful hike around Oslo's clearest forest lake

0676 Oslo1 h 30 min

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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

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Harald Huysman Karting

Racing and competition at the go-kart track.

Smalvollveien 341 h 30 min

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Frognerseteren

A classic timber lodge with arguably the best view in town.

Holmenkollveien 2002 hours

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Disc Golf at Muselunden

Have some fun with disc golf at Sinsen.

Muselunden1 h 30 min

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Grefsenkollen

Hammock trip with a view of the whole city.

Grefsenkollveien 233 hours

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Sydstranda at Ulvøya

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

Måkeveien 262 h 30 min

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Rouleur bar & café

Relaxed bike café and bar at St. Hanshaugen.

Ullevålsveien 16A1 h 30 min

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Hvervenbukta Beach

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

Hvervenbukta3 hours

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Glassberget

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

Oslo1 h 30 min

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Ulsrudvann swimming spot

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

Oslo2 hours

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Piren Vinbar

Wine with the city's best view of the Oslo Fjord

Rådhusbrygge 2 11 h 30 min

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Langøyene

A short boat trip to beaches and big green fields.

Langøyene4 hours

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DNT Friluftshuset

Get out on the water and see Oslo from a paddleboard.

Sørengkaia 1242 hours

Østerdalsgata 71 h 30 min

Bulder og Brak Klatring

Casual bouldering and great coffee in an old factory

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Tiger Keramikk

Make pottery together in the heart of Løkka.

Thorvald Meyers gate 452 hours

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Megazone

Laser tag and street curling right in the city center.

Mariboes gate 21 h 30 min

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Bygdøy Sjøbad

A quiet beach with views of the fjord.

Bygdøy Sjøbad2 h 30 min

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Torshov Minigolf

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

Hegermanns gate1 hour

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Bærums Verk Historical Area

Historical surroundings with art, river views, and cozy shops

Verksgata 152 hours

Oslo Surfskole

Learn to surf or paddle SUP on the edge of the fjord

Rolfstangveien1 h 30 min

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Gressholmen

A quick ferry ride to a quiet island getaway.

Gressholmen4 hours

Huk

Saltwater and sunshine at Oslo's most famous beach.

Huk aveny 403 hours

Holmenkollen Ski Jump

Heights, fresh air, and views of the whole fjord.

Kongeveien 52 hours

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Jewish Museum in Oslo

An intimate cultural gem hidden in an old synagogue

Calmeyers gate 15B1 hour

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Papegøye

A colorful oasis with excellent coffee and vintage vibes in Grønland

Tøyengata 221 hour

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POP Oslo Padel Club

Go for an active date on the padel court.

Tårngata 151 h 30 min

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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

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The Palace Park

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

Slottsplassen 11 hour

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Ekeberg frisbee golf

Casual frisbee golf with a view of the city.

Brannfjellveien 86A2 hours

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Tyskertoppen

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

Norwegian Maritime Museum

Maritime history and the best fjord views in Oslo

Bygdøynesveien 371 h 30 min

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Oslo Climbing Park

High-altitude fun and shared challenges among the treetops

Trondheimsveien 6443 hours

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Padel X Økern

Social and fast-paced racket sports in a modern indoor arena

Østre Aker vei 601 hour

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SMYKBAR

Craft your own jewelry over a drink.

Prinsens gate 122 hours

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Paintball Parken Oslo

High-energy action and adrenaline in the forest just outside the city

Stuaveien2 hours

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The Rose Castle

A powerful art installation with panoramic views of Oslo

Oslo1 h 15 min

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Kampen Kaffe & Bar

A neighborhood gem in Kampen with a relaxed vibe and genuine soul

Pust Kaffebar

Coffee shop at Majorstuen

Slemdalsveien 11 hour

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Henie Onstad Kunstsenter

Modern art, sea breeze, and architecture at Høvikodden

Sonja Henies v. 312 hours

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Norway's Resistance Museum

A powerful journey through war history located at Akershus Fortress

Akershus festning1 h 15 min

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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

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Sankthansåsen

A chill hilltop with a view in the Østmarka forest.

Sankthansåsen2 hours

Strandpromenaden 22 hours

Astrup Fearnley Museet

Head here for weird art and fresh sea air at the tip of Tjuvholmen.

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Godt Brød Grünerløkka

A casual bakery at Løkka with great people-watching.

Thorvald Meyers gate 4945 min

Akershusstranda 252 hours

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Vippa

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