Date spots in Oslo: Playful

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Angst

A relaxed bar by Youngstorget with good music and wine.

Torggata 112 hours

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Himkok

Hidden cocktail bar with serious craft skills.

Storgata 272 hours

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Katla

High energy, grilled food, and natural wine near Youngstorget.

Universitetsgata 122 h 30 min

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Oslo Keramikkverksted

Learn to throw your own cups.

Vulkan 222 hours

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Sørenga sjøbad

Summer and swimming right by the city center.

Sørengkaia 692 hours

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Klatreverket Torshov

Cool bouldering spot in an old factory hall.

Myrens Verksted 3K2 hours

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Hitchhiker

Tasty Asian sharing plates in the middle of Mathallen.

Øvre Slottsgate 32 hours

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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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Nedre Løkka Cocktailbar

Good cocktails and dancing at the bottom of Løkka.

Thorvald Meyers gate 892 hours

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Oslo Camping

Camping vibes right in the city centre.

Møllergata 122 hours

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Oslo Matakademi (Cooking Class)

Create a gourmet meal together under expert guidance

Maridalsveien 874 hours

Oslo Surfskole

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

Rolfstangveien1 h 30 min

Huk

Saltwater and sunshine at Oslo's most famous beach.

Huk aveny 403 hours

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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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Iladalen Park

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

Iladalen park1 hour

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The Escape Games

Work together to solve puzzles in the city center.

Kirkegata 201 h 30 min

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BLÅ

Cool venue by the river with live music and outdoor seating.

Brenneriveien 9C2 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.

Slemdalsveien 151 h 30 min

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Chateau Neuf Theatre & Impro

Unpredictable and affordable improv theater in a relaxed student atmosphere

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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PREIK

Free laughs in Gamlebyen every other Thursday.

Preik2 hours

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Sentrum Scene

An intimate and electric concert experience in a classic functionalist building

Arbeidersamfunnets Plass 13 hours

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Nieu Scene Torshov

Stand-up at Torshov, often with shows in English.

Vogts gate 642 hours

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Colonel Mustard

Board games and good food at Alexander Kiellands plass.

Darres gate 22 hours

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Oslo Bar & Bowling

Bowling and games in a casual downtown basement.

Torggata 162 hours

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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Norsk Teknisk Museum

A playful date with machines and experiments.

Kjelsåsveien 1432 h 30 min

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Oslo Pinball Club

Retro pinball machines and a laid-back vibe in a basement setting

Hausmanns gate 341 h 30 min

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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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Snø Indoor Ski Park

Take your date to a winter wonderland all year round

Snøfonna 53 hours

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Chocolate Workshop at Pascal

Learn the art of French chocolate making with one of Norway's top pastry chefs

Tollbugata 113 hours

Skimore Oslo Summer Park

Climbing park and zip-lines overlooking the city

Tryvannsveien 643 hours

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The Good Knight

Chess and board games in a cozy, dim bar.

Badstugata 92 hours

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Akerselva Kayaking

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

Nordre gate1 h 30 min

Thorvald Meyers gate 112 hours

Cue

Pool and low-key vibes at Grünerløkka.

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The Other Theatre (Det Andre Teatret)

Laughter and unpredictable nights by the river.

Ivan Bjørndals gate 92 hours

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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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Kafé Hærverk

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

Hausmanns gate 342 hours

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Dattera til Hagen

Good drinks and dim lighting in Grønland.

Grønland 102 hours

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Rush Trampolinepark

Trampoline park for some childish fun.

Rosenholmveien 221 h 30 min

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Høyt & Lavt Lillestrøm Climbing Park

Challenge your fear of heights together in the treetops

Asakveien3 hours

Arnljot Gellines vei 411 h 30 min

Oslo Sauna Association Kroloftet

Sauna and bathing on the rooftop at Kroloftet

Cosmopolite Scene

Concerts and culture in an old building at Torshov.

Soria Moria2 h 30 min

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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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Paint & Sip Oslo

Unleash your creativity with a glass in hand at Paint & Sip

Hegdehaugsveien 262 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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Fangene på Fortet

Teamwork and puzzles across 45 different prison cells

Nydalsveien 281 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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Paintball Parken Oslo

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

Stuaveien2 hours

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Yaya's Thai Restaurant

A colorful jungle with tropical rain and vacation vibes

Munkedamsveien 53B1 h 30 min

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Ekeberg frisbee golf

Casual frisbee golf with a view of the city.

Brannfjellveien 86A2 hours

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OCHE

Social digital darts right in the city center.

RØØR

Playful bar with shuffleboard and pizza.

Rosenkrantz' gate 42 hours

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Katten Beach

Small beach with smooth rocks and a real fjord vibe.

Katten Bad2 hours

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Nieu Grünerløkka

Small and intimate comedy club at Løkka.

Chr. Krohgs gate 602 hours

Thorvald Meyers gate 56B1 h 30 min

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Rebell

Colorful retro bar at Grünerløkka with nostalgic vibes and arcade games

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Illegal Burger

Small spot in Møllergata serving the juiciest burgers in town.

Møllergata 231 hour

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The Dubliner Folk Pub

A classic Irish pub with soul and live music

Rådhusgata 281 h 30 min

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Barstars Oslo

Learn to make drinks together instead of just drinking them.

Harbitzalléen 32 hours

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Bygdøy Curling

Ice curling and waffles in a cozy clubhouse.

Huk Aveny 452 hours

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FlyTribe Indoor Skydiving

Indoor skydiving for those who dare.

Balder allé 161 h 30 min

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Tilt

Arcade games, pinball, and shuffleboard with good beer.

Badstugata 62 hours

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Latter

Stand-up at the pier that's always a good time.

Holmens gate 12 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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Oslo Archers

Try archery and see who hits the bullseye.

Olaf Helsets vei 51 h 30 min

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Disc Golf at Muselunden

Have some fun with disc golf at Sinsen.

Pollett Bislett

Slot car racing and a great courtyard at Bislett.

Pilestredet 601 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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Oslo Winter Park Tryvann

Bring your skis or board and enjoy the city views in the evening sun

Tryvannsveien 643 hours

Amundsen Bryggeri

A big brewery at Vulkan serving beer straight from the tank.

Stortingsgata 202 hours

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Kulturhuset

A big house downtown with bars, board games, and life.

Youngs gate 62 h 30 min

Akershusstranda 252 hours

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Vippa

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

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Tijuana

High energy, margaritas, and dancing.

Torggata 222 h 30 min

Henrik Ibsens gate 1001 h 30 min

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Oslo Bowling Solli

Casual bowling and pool on the west side.