This is a super fun place to take kids - especially on a cold or rainy day. There are two huge…read moreplayground structures with rope bridges and slides. There is a toddler play area, also a laser maze that takes 20 NOK coins. Lots of sofas and café tables for parents. Free Wi-Fi. Concession area with pizza and snacks. There are other options like a theatre and a skydiving fan for kids ages 5+. 179nok ($27cad) for kids, free for parents. Skydiving and other activities are extra. You can also buy a clip card to save ~$4 a visit. We went on a weekday morning and it was peaceful.

Gorgeous park right in the city, it's much better to go early in the morning for less crowds but…read moreit's so vast you never feel that it's that busy. On the walk up to the monolith , turn around and you'll get a great view of the entire garden!

Well that sure was interesting - a whole park of over 500 sculptures by the same artist. The park…read moreitself is beautiful, free, huge and it's open all the time. No fences! It is a big tourist attraction so in peak season it can be busy but rarely crowded except at a few popular sculptures like the angry boy. For me the sculptures were OK and felt a bit repetive in style though they are certainly all different. We took the tram here since it is a bit out from central Oslo. One of the best deals in Norway!

Arguably one of the best beaches for families and youngsters in the Oslo area. Free waterpark…read moreplayland for the older kids. Free parking on Sundays (get there early). Bring your own charcoal for the public grills. Kalvøya Island is a walking bridge away, great for exploring or a quick jog. One caveat: Make sure to bring cash for ice cream - no cards accepted.