Outdoor date ideas in Oslo

Walks, viewpoints, swim spots and terraces in and around the city.

Walking side by side removes some of the pressure of sitting face to face, which is exactly why outdoor dates work so well – especially early on.

These are the open-air entries in the guide: forest trails, viewpoints, fjord islands, parks and terraces.

Outdoor date in Oslo

83 outdoor places

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Operataket

Walk on the roof of the Opera House and watch the sun set into the fjord.

Kirsten Flagstads plass 11 hour

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Akerselva from Maridalen to Vaterland

The city's most beautiful riverside walk.

Akerselva2 h 30 min

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Sørenga sjøbad

Swimming in the fjord right in the city centre.

Sørengkaia 692 hours

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Ekebergrestauranten

A Functionalist gem with the best views of Oslo.

Kongsveien 152 h 30 min

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SALT badstue

Saunas and fire pits on the waterfront by the Operaen.

Langkaia 12 hours

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Ekebergparken

Sculpture park in the woods with panoramic views.

Kongsveien 232 hours

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Hovedøya

An island in the fjord with monastery ruins and swimming coves.

Hovedøya3 hours

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Stovner Tower

Norway's longest tower – a 265-metre walkway above Groruddalen.

Karl Fossums vei 301 hour

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Botanisk hage

Free botanical garden with 5,500 plant species at Tøyen.

Sars gate 11 h 30 min

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Kragutsikten

A viewpoint in Voksenkollen looking out over Håøya and the Drøbak strait.

Voksenkollveien1 h 30 min

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Frognerparken

Vigeland's sculptures and vast lawns.

Kirkeveien1 h 30 min

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Åpent Bakeri Damplassen

A bakery by one of the city's most charming little squares.

Damplassen 211 h 15 min

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Sognsvann

A 3.3 km circular walk around the lake in the woods.

Sognsvannsveien 1002 hours

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Bike ride through Kampen and Vålerenga

Hire a bike and explore the wooden house districts

Sons gate 3A2 h 30 min

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Akershus festning

An evening stroll between medieval walls with harbour views.

0150 Oslo1 h 30 min

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Ekeberg frisbee golf

Free frisbee golf in the woods

Brannfjellveien 86A2 hours

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BLÅ

Concert venue by Akerselva featuring everything from jazz to electronica.

Brenneriveien 9C2 h 30 min

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Handwerk Botaniske

Coffee in the heart of the Botanisk hage

Sars' gate 11 h 15 min

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Kontraskjæret

Green slopes with views of the fortress and the fjord.

Kontraskjæret1 h 30 min

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Pollett Bislett

Slot car racing and outdoor seating at Bislett

Pilestredet 601 h 30 min

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Oslo Badstuforening Sukkerbiten

Floating sauna with cold plunges directly into the fjord.

Sukkerbiten servering2 hours

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Beer Tasting: Oslo Beer Tour

Three beer bars in one evening

Oslo sentrum3 h 30 min

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Sukkerbiten

A small island by the Opera – picnics and fjord views.

Nylandsveien 281 hour

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Norsk Folkemuseum

Open-air museum with historic houses and a stave church.

Museumsveien 102 h 30 min

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Deichman Bjørvika rooftop terrace

Free fjord views from the main library.

Anne-Cath1 hour

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SUP rental at Sørenga

Paddleboarding or kayaking on the fjord during the summer months.

Sørengkaia 1242 hours

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KOK Aker Brygge

Floating sauna at Aker Brygge.

Stranden 322 hours

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Rouleur bar & café

Bicycle café and bar at St. Hanshaugen

Ullevålsveien 16A1 h 30 min

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Outdoor cinema in Oslobukta

Outdoor film screenings in summer

Operagata 292 h 30 min

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Glassberget

A hidden viewpoint at Vålerenga offering panoramic city views.

Oslo1 h 30 min

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Gubbero Lean-To

A lean-to shelter with a fire pit on Gjelleråsen.

Gubbero gapahuk2 h 30 min

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Frognerbadet

Outdoor pools in Frogner Park during summer.

Middelthuns gate 282 hours

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Fjordtokt Båt & Badstu

A sauna with a terrace and fjord views – a touch of luxury.

Drammensveien 2902 hours

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Grefsenkollen

Hammock outing with city views

Grefsenkollveien 233 hours

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Farine

Bakery and cafe in Kampen

Normannsgata 441 hour

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Marienlyst Minigolf

Classic outdoor fun in green surroundings.

Kirkeveien 921 hour

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Evening walk at Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen

A modern waterfront stroll with views of the Oslo Fjord.

Tjuvholmen1 h 30 min

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St. Hanshaugen park

One of the city's most beautiful parks with panoramic views and historic charm.

St. Hanshaugen1 h 30 min

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Torshovdalen

Expansive parkland with wide views over the city and the fjord.

Torshovdalen1 h 30 min

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Iladalen Park

A hidden functionalist gem with vast lawns and a peaceful atmosphere.

Iladalen park1 hour

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Picnic in Bjølsenparken

Charm and history under the large lime trees at Bjølsen.

Bjølsenparken1 h 30 min

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Hvervenbukta Beach

Classic seaside idyll with white-painted architecture and smooth rocks.

Hvervenbukta3 hours

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Storøyodden

Modern beach facilities with vast horizons and beautiful nature at Fornebu.

Storøyodden3 hours

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Katten Beach

An intimate and charming fjord gem along Mosseveien.

Katten Bad2 hours

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Langøyene

A short boat ride to the Oslo Fjord's most open meadows and sandy beaches.

Langøyene4 hours

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Sydstranda at Ulvøya

An architectural gem with functionalist vibes and crystal clear water.

Måkeveien 262 h 30 min

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Ulsrudvannet

The peace of the forest right at the end of the metro line.

Ulsrudvannet2 h 30 min

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Bygdøy Sjøbad

Classic summer idyll with views of the shipping lane.

Bygdøy Sjøbad2 h 30 min

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Solvikbukta at Malmøya

A hidden natural gem with rare flora and a calm atmosphere.

Skinnerbakken 7 C2 h 30 min

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Bekkelagsbadet

Modern fjord park with architectural diving boards and green spaces.

Mailand2 h 30 min

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Gressholmen

Historic island idyll just a short ferry ride from the city centre.

Gressholmen4 hours

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Hos Peder

Warm and informal meeting spot in the heart of Grünerløkka.

Thorvald Meyers gate 40B2 hours

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Villa Paradiso Lilleborg

Authentic Italian pizza by the banks of the Akerselva river.

Ivan Bjørndals gate 251 h 40 min

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Oh Dear!

Elegant and playful wine bar in the heart of Aker Brygge.

Holmens gate 42 hours

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Colonel Mustard

Cozy surroundings and board games by Alexander Kiellands plass.

Darres gate 22 hours

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Jubel

A colourful neighbourhood gem at Adamstuen with a relaxed vibe and board games.

Ullevålsveien 682 hours

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Libertine

Elegant wine bar at Frogner with a French touch and intimate seating.

Frognerveien 22 hours

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Nedre Foss Gård

A historic manor by the Akerselva river with exceptional architecture and cuisine.

Nordre gate 22 hours

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Nordre Skøyen Manor

Idyllic parkland with historic buildings and wide-reaching views.

Peter Aas' vei 171 h 30 min

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Torgterrassen

Urban rooftop terrace in the city centre overlooking the bustling city life.

Nedre Slottsgate 241 h 30 min

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Bar

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Radisson RED Oslo Økern

A vibrant rooftop bar offering some of the best panoramic views of the Oslo Fjord.

Lørenfaret 32 hours

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Økern Portal Rooftop

Northern Europe's largest edible rooftop garden featuring a running track and beehives.

Lørenfaret 11 hour

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Frognerseteren

Historic atmosphere and traditional Norwegian cuisine at the top of Oslo.

Holmenkollveien 2002 hours

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Framneshaven

A hidden gem of a park located by Frognerkilen.

Frogner45 min

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Kongen Marina

Tropical vibes and colourful outdoor seating right on the water's edge.

Frognerstranda 41 hour

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Vettakollen Viewpoint

Arguably Oslo's finest viewpoint overlooking the fjord and the city.

Vettaliveien 19-253 hours

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Tyskertoppen

A hidden gem at St. Hanshaugen with a tranquil atmosphere.

Oslo1 h 30 min

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Ola Narr

Open parkland with expansive views and evening sun.

Oslo1 h 30 min

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Nodee Sky

Elegant 13th-floor rooftop restaurant serving modern Japanese fusion.

Trelastgata 152 hours

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Ekeberg Stairs

An architectural walk with the best views over the Oslo Fjord.

1179 Oslo1 h 30 min

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Karlsborg Spiseforretning

Historic charm and fjord views in Ekeberg Park.

Kongsveien 211 h 30 min

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Holmenkollen Ski Jump

Iconic viewpoint and national treasure.

Kongeveien 52 hours

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Kolsåstoppen

An active date with magnificent views over Oslo and Bærum.

Kolsås3 hours

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Hasleparken

A local neighbourhood gem for a relaxed picnic.

0575 Oslo1 hour

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Hårnålen Viewpoint

Oslo's best spot to watch the city settle down.

Valhallveien1 hour

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Disc Golf at Muselunden

Playful competition in green surroundings at Sinsen.

Muselunden1 h 30 min

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Hammock Trip to Vettakollen

Perhaps the city's best view combined with forest serenity.

Vettakollen3 hours

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Huk

A beach on Bygdøy with sea on both sides.

Huk aveny 403 hours

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Angst

Casual bar at Youngstorget with good wine and a diverse crowd.

Torggata 112 hours

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Sankthansåsen

A family-friendly hilltop with views in Østmarka forest.

Sankthansåsen2 hours

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Astrup Fearnley Museet

Contemporary art in a Renzo Piano building on the edge of Tjuvholmen.

Strandpromenaden 22 hours

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Vippa

Food market in a converted harbour building overlooking the fjord.

Akershusstranda 252 hours

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Godt Brød Grünerløkka

Organic bakery with a sunny spot overlooking Olaf Ryes plass.

Thorvald Meyers gate 4945 min

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