This is a must see if your in Oslo! The museum takes about an hour to see. I would recommend…read moredownloading the free app which gives you some context as you walk around. Before you enter there is a small cafe and a free place to lock up your backpack (required). The ships are amazing! Fully restored and much of them are original. The stories behind the ships and the recovery are so interesting. After the Viking Ship Museum I would walk to the Fram Museum which is a short walk away.

The Viking Ship Museum is a must-do, if you're ever in Oslo. Ticket prices for adults are 100 NOK…read more($12 USD) and entry is free for children. However, I recommend purchasing the Oslo Pass, since it grants you free admission to all museums and public transportation. There are about 6 museums located in this area of Bygdøy. The Oseberg Viking Ship and the Gokstad Viking Ship are impressive. There is also a visual presentation of viking history every 15 minutes. The museum has many viking artifacts. It's small. You can probably see the whole thing in about one hour or so. The gift shop is also the cheapest of all the museum gift shops. 4 stars. Wonderful museum.

We thought it was truly interesting and appreciated the descriptions had English. There are several…read moresites to stop and look at all which are interesting and a sight to behold. The museum was also interesting. There is a wonderful gift shop and cafe also. The drive to this place is a pleasant and relaxing. We came beginning of April very few people and little traffic.

Don't miss this historic and scenic destination! In the…read moremiddle of a beautiful forest, you will find multiple stops with gorgeous views and nicely maintained walking trails. The shop at the museum is lovely, and the staff offer practical advice about visiting the various spots with carvings. Seeing the carvings is really fascinating!

After touring the nearby Fram museum we visited this one on our combo ticket. This story I was…read moremore familiar with than the Fram but there was much to learn. The free audio headsets really helped bring the story alive and filled in the gaps without having to read hundreds of information panels. We probably spent one hour here (a bit less time than at the Fram). How all these people stayed alive is amazing. We now need to find the documentary movie on this voyage and see more detail. Thumbs up!

Thor Heyerdahl built a balsa wood boat and sailed it across the Pacific to show that it was…read morepossible that the Polynesians used such a craft in their travels. That ship as well as his reed boat Ra II, used to cross the Atlantic, are on display as well as numerous displays of his very well documented journeys. I'm not sure if it is worth the price of admission as our entrance was covered by our Oslo city tour. Right across the parking lot is the Frammuseet, another museum showcasing a famous ship, in this case the Fram.

Fantastic experience! From the stuff to the exhibitions, everything felt like a true Norwegian…read moreexperience

Highlight of our Oslo trip hands down!…read more There are indoor and outdoor exhibitors, making this museum agreeable to whatever the weather has in mind for the day. While the indoor exhibits are fun and educational, my family and I found the outdoor displays especially interesting and fun. Tons of photo opps, and lots of places with shade if you're worried about sun exposure. Inside there are even legos and books (in Norwegian) for children. Be sure to look for: -Kong Oscar church (absolutely beautiful) -the horses! -staff dressed up in traditional Norwegian clothing Keep in mind: -outdoors has some inclines (not the most stroller friendly, but doable) Tip: bring a selfie stick to get some photos in front of some of the very tall outdoor displays!

We had seen very positive reviews of this museum so we hopped on a ferry from pier 3 in Oslo and…read moreventured out to this area. It was quite busy given it was a Saturday at the height of tourist session. We were able to get a good discount and got the combo ticket to also visit the Kon Tiki museum next door. The museum is quite good and did a nice job of telling not only the story of the Fram and it's many expeditions but the story of other related explorers and explorations to the Artic and Antarctica. Most of this was new to me so it was quite educational. The two ships were fun to walk through and the many displays contained a ton of information (frankly way more than I could absorb). They do have a small snack area but it has a pretty basic selection if you are counting on it for lunch. Overall a worthwhile visit.

The Fram ship was used in polar explorations. It is the world's strongest wooden ship and is on…read moredisplay in this museum. One can walk through many parts of the ship. If you are prone to seasickness, be aware that at times rolling seas are projected on the walls and ceiling of the building housing the ship. Informative displays are arranged throughout the ship and the building. I'm not sure if it is worth the price of admission as our entrance was covered by our Oslo city tour. Right across the parking lot is the Kon Tiki museum.

Amazing subject matter, but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. The space is quintessential…read moreScandinavian; bright, clean, sharp lines, good lighting. Beautiful building overall, and not too big across the two floors. Content was pretty sparse, however. Exhibits were mostly photos of people rather than any meaningful primary objects. I could look at a collection of prominent historical figures anywhere; I was hoping for more depth and uniqueness to the presentation here. Still a decent visit while in Oslo, but don't expect to spend more than an hour here.

I had never known why Oslo has the Nobel Peace Prize and Stockholm has the rest of the Nobel…read moreprizes. That explanation was just one element of visiting this wonderful museum. While the museum in Stockholm for the other awards was totally underwhelming, this museum dedicated to peace was wonderful. First of all the building is majestic and beautiful and worthy of the distinction it holds. Just looking at it from the outside gave me a feeling of awe. Upon entering, the graphics and progressions through the awards are very well done. I learned so much during my hour or so there. It really doesn't need much of an endorsement or description other than to say that if ever in Oslo, this museum should be at the top of your list for visiting.

Beautiful museum!! Free tickets on Wednesdays starting at 6pm. They had multiple different floors…read morewith different artists.

Excellent modern museum. I learned so much. There is an extensive history of his life, his family…read moreand his studies, including an interactive mock-up of his home. Plus of course many of his works including a rotation of three of his "The Scream" works. Some aspects of the exhibit are a bit depressing as he was a very troubled person with many medical issues. There are also sections with adult content so parents with children should be aware. Be sure and have a drink at the rooftop bar for excellent views.

Coolest roundabout you'll ever see- especially if you're into whales. Yes. The mammal. You're in a…read moreproud whalery-town after all. Not only is this a huge sculpture of a small boat with men hunting with spears on top of a whale's tail, it is a sculpture that is in the middle of a fountain that looks magnificent when the water splashes all around it, making it seem as if we are on the set of a scene picturing the early 1900's when the men went out to catch these huge creatures of the sea. Beautifully lit during the night, it's admirable at all hours of the day, especially during summer. BUT not only is this a fountain of art, it also has the funky feature as it rotates a complete 360 degree turn during an hour. Sounds crazy, but believe me it's true. You can sit by the benches and admire it, look away for a few minutes and BOOM, the man with the spear will aim at you viciously! You've just got to check this out for yourself!