Top Historic Sights in Oslo, Norway

Explore the historic highlights of Oslo

Oslo, Norway's capital city, offers a captivating blend of rich history and modern charm. As a tourist, you'll discover medieval treasures like the Akershus Fortress and Viking Ship Museum, showcasing the city's Viking heritage. Oslo's contemporary side shines through trendy neighborhoods, a bustling waterfront, and world-class museums like the Munch Museum. Nature lovers can relish the city's proximity to the Oslofjord and Nordmarka's forested hills, providing opportunities for outdoor adventures. Whether you're exploring historical landmarks or immersing yourself in the city's vibrant atmosphere, Oslo promises an unforgettable experience.

St. Edmund's Church

Oslo, Norway
1883-1884

Vigeland Sculpture Park

Oslo, Norway
1939

Akershus Fortress

Oslo, Norway
1290s

Oslo Cathedral

Oslo, Norway
1694-1697

Viking Ship Museum

Oslo, Norway
1926

Norwegian Folk Museum

Oslo, Norway
1894

National Gallery

Oslo, Norway
1842

Royal Palace

Oslo, Norway
1825-1849

Kulturkirken Jakob

Oslo, Norway
1880

Munch Museum

Oslo, Norway
1963

St. Olav's Cathedral

Oslo, Norway
1896

Trinity Church

Oslo, Norway
1858

St. Mary's Church Ruins

Oslo, Norway
1050

Grønland Church

Oslo, Norway
1868

Paulus Church

Oslo, Norway
1892

St. Hallvard's Cathedral

Oslo, Norway
12th century

Aereslunden Cemetery

Oslo, Norway
1808

Church of the Cross Ruins

Oslo, Norway
13th century

Old Aker Church

Oslo, Norway
c. 1150

Vålerenga Church

Oslo, Norway
1902

Gamlebyen Church

Oslo, Norway
1796

Frogner Church

Oslo, Norway
1907

Fagerborg Church

Oslo, Norway
1901-1903

St. Clement's Church Ruins

Oslo, Norway
c. 1100

Uranienborg Church

Oslo, Norway
1886

St. Margaret's Church

Oslo, Norway
13th century

Hovedøya Abbey Ruins

Oslo, Norway
1147

Grorud Church

Oslo, Norway
1902

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Historic Site of the week

Strekov Castle

Střekov Castle (Schreckenstein) is perched atop a cliff above the River Elbe, near the city of Ústí nad Labem. It was built in 1316 for John of Luxembourg, the father of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, to guard an important trade route to Germany. After changing hands several times, the castle was acquired by the Lobkowicz family in 1563. Its strategic importance led to occupations by Imperial Habsburg, Saxon, and Swedish forces during the Thirty Years' War, as well as successive sieges by Austrian and Prussian armies during the Seven Years' War.

Although Střekov Castle was heavily damaged during those conflicts and abandoned as a military installation by the end of the 18th century, the 1800s saw many poets and artists visiting the castle, drawn by a new trend of interest in romantic ruins.