Elvelangs along Akerselva River is an annual cultural event that takes place on September 25 from 8 to 11 p.m. The streetlights are turned off, and the river is illuminated by art installations, torches, and candlelight. Along the lit path, artists and musicians present concerts, dance, theater, and visual experiences. A unique cultural event that happens only once a year.

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The National Museum in Oslo is the largest art museum in the Nordic region, bringing together older, modern, and contemporary art under one roof. Here you will find works by Norwegian artists such as Edvard Munch, Harriet Backer, and Gustav Vigeland, as well as international names like Monet, Cézanne, and Picasso. The building, designed in a strict brutalist style, features a rooftop terrace with a unique view of the Oslo Fjord.

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Nordic Pixel Forest by Pipilotti Rist is a large-scale video and sound installation in the Ekeberg Forest, consisting of thousands of LED lights hanging from the trees, projecting moving images accompanied by music. The installation invites visitors to walk through a sensory landscape of light, color, and sound, where they themselves become part of the artwork. The piece can be experienced daily between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

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Karl Johans gate is Oslo’s main street, stretching from Oslo Central Station to the Royal Palace, surrounded by historic buildings, shops, and outdoor cafés. Along the street you’ll find attractions such as the Parliament, the National Theatre, and the University of Oslo, while the Palace rises at the end with the Palace Park around it. Here you’ll also find the shopping centers Paleet and Steen & Strøm, offering exclusive shops and dining.

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In Vigeland Sculpture Park, you can wander among the iconic sculptures of the Vigeland installation while the trees change colors and leaves cover the paths. The vast green spaces invite you to enjoy a picnic with warm blankets, play in the open areas, or find tranquility by the quiet ponds. Along the way, you can take a break at one of the cozy cafés before continuing your walk in one of Oslo’s most popular areas for both jogging and cycling.

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Galleri Fineart in Oslo is one of the largest galleries for contemporary art and prints in the Nordic region, showcasing works by both Norwegian and international artists. Here you can find pieces by Pushwagner, Vebjørn Sand, Håkon Gullvåg, Elling Reitan, and Marianne Aulie, as well as international names such as Damien Hirst and Andy Warhol. The gallery regularly hosts exhibitions, vernissages, and other art-related events.

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