Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Oslo is in late spring and during the summer, as the temperatures rise and you can enjoy numerous outdoor activities. It can still get chilly, however, so make sure to pack proper clothes. Spring and summer are some of the most popular seasons to travel to Oslo, especially from May to July. During this period, you will experience nearly 24 hours of daylight. For those who are interested in winter sports, November to April are good periods to visit. In the north of the city, there are great skiing opportunities but be aware the temperatures are around freezing and the daylight hours are short.

Passport/Visa

Norway can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

Oslo Airport (OSL)

Oslo's main airport (OSL), also known as Oslo Gardermoen Airport or simply Gardermoen, is situated 50 kilometres north of the Norwegian capital. The airport coaches and high-speed trains depart regularly for central Oslo. The train takes about 20 minutes and there are two trains to choose from: - The Airport Express Train (Flytoget) - Vy (formerly NSB), the national Norwegian railway company There are also several buses to take from the airport, one of them is Airport Express Coach (Flybussen) which runs every 20 minutes every day between the airport and the city centre. Taxis are represented at the airport, just head over to the taxi information desk in the arrival hall where you will get information about the fixed rates of the different taxi companies. They can also help you book a taxi, otherwise, the taxi rank is just outside the arrival hall.

• Web:

  avinor.no/en/airport/oslo-airport

• Address:

  Edvard Munchs Veg, Gardermoen

• Phone:

  +47 64 81 20 00

TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF)

TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is located in Sandefjord, approximately 120 kilometres southwest of Oslo's city centre. Torp-Ekspressen coaches will take you to Oslo's bus terminal from the airport. Vy (formerly NSB) has a train service to Oslo that runs from the train station by the name of Torp, located between Stokke and Sandefjord. There is a connected shuttle bus service between the airport and the train station that takes approximately 4 minutes. Taxis and car rental companies are also represented at the airport.

• Web:

  torp.no/en/welcome-to-torp-sandefjord-airport

• Address:

  Torpveien 130, Sandefjord

• Phone:

  +47 33 42 70 00

Public Transport

Oslo has convenient public transportation, and there are multiple options for travelling around the city, including buses, trams, subways, ferries, and local trains. The public transport system is operated by Ruter, and they are all part of the same ticketing and pricing system. Tickets can be purchased from Ruter's Customer Service Centre (in front of Oslo Central Station), from ticket machines at metro stations, or in most Narvesen and 7Eleven shops. Single tickets can be bought on the buses and ferries, but be aware it gets more expensive than tickets bought in advance. There is also Ruter's mobile ticket app where you can buy single, 24-hour, 7-day, and 30-day tickets before boarding.

• Web:

  ruter.no/en/

Taxi

You can easily catch a taxi from one of Oslo’s many taxi stands or call ahead to book. Do not try to hail cabs on the street, fares are more expensive than if you book one by telephone. Oslo Taxi +47 02323 Norgestaxi +47 08000