Tourist Attractions & Monuments Norway

Only a ten-minute walk from the cathedral, a cable car takes you up to the top of Storsteinene, from where you have a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings. Once up there, you can enjoy a meal or take a walk along the small paths to enjoy the peace and quiet for longer. Tip: buy a small pastry in the town centre and enjoy it up there, sitting on the mountain overlooking the town.

On the port, there is the Fisketorget, the fish market. It is a very lively market where shrimps and fresh fish abound. But we also sell frozen crab sandwiches and souvenirs. Enjoying fresh salmon, grilled or smoked, is an unforgettable pleasure. It is a visit to make, but be aware that the prices are quite high because of the tourist traffic. However, you can simply stroll around and let yourself be tempted by a small fishcake for the taste.

Akershus is home to a medieval castle dating back to the ^13th century, remodeled in the Renaissance style in the first half of the ^17th century. People come to Akershus mainly for its lawns. The fortress occupies a special place as a national monument because of its position in the capital and its history, which is closely linked to royal and state power. Numerous events have left their mark on the site, which today houses a military academy, offices and a number of cultural sites and events. The site also houses the Resistance Museum, which documents the course of the Second World War in Norway, and the Defense Museum. A stroll through the castle gardens will reveal an exhibition of modern art sculptures, and you can also enjoy the magnificent view of the fjord on one side and the town hall square on the other.

Castle and church. A visit to Akershus Castle is a journey through Norwegian history, from the ^14th century to the present day. Few buildings in Norwegian history have played such a central role. From the remains of its medieval roots to the chambers of the Danish-Norwegian kings, the scenery is striking. Obviously, there has always been a church or chapel on the site of the fortress, ever since it was built in the time of Håkon V. But it was after a fire in 1527 that the second floor was partly converted into a church, and completely refurbished by Christian IV around 1630.

Information center. This offers a one-hour guided tour of the fortress, as well as two permanent exhibitions. The first traces the history of prisoners from the Middle Ages to the prison's closure in 1950. The second explains the Swedish army's siege of the Akershus fortress.

Defense Museum. Two exhibitions trace Norwegian military history from Viking times to the present day. Emphasis is placed on several decisive periods in Norwegian history, such as the union with Denmark until 1814, the union with Sweden from 1814 to 1905, the attack on Norway by Germany on April 9, 1940 and the naval warfare of the Second World War.

Museum of the Resistance. Through several exhibitions of photos, original documents and objects, the Musée de la Résistance aims to explain the country's situation during the Second World War.

Built around 1100, when this Viking country was barely Christianized, this church is a curious mixture. The magnificent portal is carved with knotwork and dragon heads. Inside, a carved seat depicts Sigurd helping Gunnar conquer Brynhild, protected by a rampart of flames. Siegfried, Gunther and Brunehilde are the three heroes who inspired Wagner to create the main characters of the Ring of the Nibelungen. It's well worth a visit.

The Opera House, the famous one! Inaugurated in 2008, this huge building that seems to emerge from the depths, in the heart of the bay of Bjørvika, is now on all postcards. If it is pleasant to walk on the roof of this giant, thought to be the terrace of Osloïtes and which offers a 360° view on the city and the fjord, it is also very interesting to visit the backstage! The Opera is actually composed of the Norwegian National Opera, the Norwegian National Ballet, the Norwegian National Orchestra, and the Norwegian National Opera Choir! So many people are busy in the corridors of the huge structure, whose backstage is partly open to visitors through large windows on the first floor: rehearsal rooms, costume and set design, etc. The Opera offers a rich program and is divided into three stages: the Main Chamber, the Second Chamber, and the Studio. The roof also serves as a stage for some concerts! In addition to the areas accessible to the public, rooms and adapted equipment allow the conception of performances from beginning to end within the building. The guided tour will take you behind the scenes of the fascinating world of the Oslo Opera House. If you were to see only a few places in Oslo, this is one of them. Its architecture, so cold, of marble, but so warm with its cylinders covered with honey-colored wood overlooking the fjord, manages to make us dream and takes us to another place...

Formed during the Ice Age, this long fjord of 40 km imposes itself. It is recognizable by its high cliffs of more than 900 meters above sea level. If a cruise on the fjord from Stavanger is an exceptional adventure, the more adventurous (and sporty) can choose to hike to the famous peaks of Preikestolen or Gjerag, offering breathtaking views and the feeling of being at the end of a dream. Beware, the roads are cut in winter and think of contacting the tourist office to get there safely.

Green walk along the Akerselva river with newly developed walking and cycling paths. You can walk to the Maridalen lake which is 10 km away along 20 waterfalls. The walking route can be combined with the bus. You first pass under the Anker bridge, flanked by its 4 bronzes inspired by Norwegian legends. We then walk along old factories, sawmills and other disused mills to finally arrive at the large lake of Maridal.

The northernmost wildlife park in the world, where you can observe Arctic animals in their natural environment. The park is home to species from the far north, including 4 large predators: brown bear, wolf, lynx and wolverine. Very pleasant and amazing for children. And those who have remained so. Allow time (minimum 2 hours) because the animals are sometimes hidden and you must be patient to observe them. It is possible to book a guided tour with a zookeeper who will bring food to the predators to attract them.

Building housing the democratically-elected Sami delegation to Norway's general elections. The president is Silje Karine Muotka. Guided tour every hour. The Saami delegation is elected every four years. Superb architecture, well worth a visit, and don't hesitate to enter if you can, as the wooden balustrades, lamps and large windows overlooking the forest give quite a magical impression, especially for such a public place! Library containing books in all Sami languages.

Oslo's Natural History Museum is the most comprehensive in the country. Animal, plant and mineral specimens have been studied here for over 200 years. The Zoogeographic Hall shows animals in their natural habitats around the world. The Norwegian Hall takes us from the oceans to the country's highest mountains. The Systematic Hall traces Norwegian vertebrates, and finally, the last hall hosts temporary exhibitions.

From Fredvang, several trails lead to the same place: Kvalvika. It's about a 30-minute climb to the summit (with a superb view of the beach) and about a 30-minute descent to the beach. Welcome to one of Lofoten's most beautiful treasures. Take the E10 towards Fredvang, after leaving the E10 and crossing the bridge, drive through the village for about 3 km. You'll see a boathouse with a parking lot, where you can park.

It consists of two perfect coves of very white and fine sand. As in the novels of the last century, imagining mysterious islands, Haukland shows you here that the reality is at least as amazing. At the foot of the steep mountain, the pastures where sheep graze add an unexpected note. Don't forget to bring your picnic, there is not a single shop within a dozen kilometres. One of those places at the end of the world where you feel marvellously far from any civilisation.

To get to Ulriken, Bergen's cable car takes you 643 metres above the city, to the top of one of the city's seven mountains. You can buy a combined bus and cable car ticket at the Tourist Office (you will get all the information you need) or take the bus from the Småstrandgaten stop to Haukelandsbakken and get off at the Haukeland Hospital N stop. Then follow the signs to "Ulriken" and you will reach the cable car doors in a few minutes. Reduced fare with the Bergen Card. The view of Bergen, the fjord, the mountains and the sea from the top is spectacular. It's best to go up on a clear day. From the summit, several hiking trails start. Mount Ulriken is a bit out of the way, but it offers the best views of the city, and the opportunity to get away from the noise and crowds. It is also a way to realize how nature is never far away in Norway. It is also possible to go up to the top on foot, a very nice walk that takes about 2h30. The cable car was renovated in 2021, as was the restaurant at the top, which is a very pleasant place to take a break from eating with a great view of the city and especially of the fjords and islands in the distance. Free internet connection in the building, toilets and also a souvenir shop. Whether you stay two days or a week in Bergen, we think a visit to Ulriken is a must.

It can be reached from Longyearbyen, after a three-hour navigation. The glacier is 5 km wide, 30 km long and almost 50 m high, so it is very impressive, especially when you approach it by kayak. The name of the glacier comes from an old name of Sweden. Of course, one does not venture there without a guide, except for extreme adventurers, in which case you may not have this guide in your hands! Don't get too close because of the frequent ice falls. You will be surprised by the noise that a glacier makes!

The Svalbard Museum is a museum of natural and cultural history. Of educational interest, its purpose is to present the Arctic, as well as to highlight its history, beauty and the environmental problems that it faces today. The museum therefore presents several themes, from the discovery of the territory to its mining, until the arrival of current tourism. In 2008, the Svalbard Museum received the prize of the Council of Europe Museum for the best European museum. You are strongly recommended!

It was designed by Jan Inge Hovig, and built mainly of concrete. Its architecture symbolizes the summer light and the winter night. It is one of Tromsø's proudest achievements and can be seen from the fjord when you arrive by boat. The large 23 m high glass mosaic is the work of Victor Sparre. The ishavskatedralen is not strictly speaking a cathedral, but a parish church. Tromsø Cathedral is the only wooden cathedral in the country.

The Sámi Dáiddaguovddáš Museum specializes in the exhibition and sale of Sami art and crafts. The center, established in 1986, is one of the most important channels for the dissemination of contemporary Sami art. The museum is a meeting place for visitors and contemporary artists. The museum has several permanent exhibitions as well as temporary exhibitions on various themes. A mandatory stop for all art lovers who wish to discover the work of Saami artists, local or not.

The centre offers exhibitions on whales and reports on the research carried out by Norwegian scientists on these fascinating mammals. This is where you can book the 2-hour guided birdwatching tours to the Bird Rock in the Andenes Archipelago (season from¹ June to 20 August). A local fishing boat travels daily to this island where puffins, black-legged kittiwakes and many other seabirds can be seen!

Galdhopiggen is the highest mountain in Norway and Northern Europe, at 2,469 m. On one side, the 500 m precipice in Lake Gjende, known for its intense green colour, on the other, the view of Lake Bessvatnet. And it was here that Peer Gynt rode the great reindeer that flew through the air. Allow a whole day for the excursion through Besseggen or to the top of Galdhøpiggen, although it can be done in 5 or 6 hours! The climb is said to be difficult and is for experienced walkers. Guided tours are also available.

Jostedalsbreen is the largest glacier in Europe (474 km²) and is a vast glacial plateau from which several tongues of ice stand out. The contrast between the fertile, trough-shaped valleys and the glaciers that slope almost to the sea is spectacular, to say the least. Note that hiking on the glacier is difficult, and even dangerous, so if you want to try it, take a guide! There are many trails to see the glacier up close.

Board their boat to discover the fjords from Bergen during a half-day trip. Bergen-Mostraumen cruise and Hardangerfjord tour all year round by reservation. Departures also from Stavanger (visits to Preikestolen, Pulpit rock) and Tromsø, especially to see whales and the Northern Lights in winter on cold, clear days. In Bergen, the departure is next to the Fish Market. Depending on the cruise you choose, you can expect to spend anywhere from 3.5 hours to a full day.

This monument is a faithful copy of the original building, which was destroyed by arson (by a satanist group) in 1992. The church was originally located in the hamlet of Fortun in Sogn and dates back to 1150. In 1883 it was moved to Fantoft in Bergen. It is quite interesting to see that it is possible to rebuild the church exactly as it was. Even without the original history, this church is very beautiful and worth a visit.

The small, enchanted villa of the great Norwegian composer and pianist of classical music (Romantic period) is situated high up on a point of greenery overlooking Lake Nordås. Built in 1885 for Bergen-born Edvard Grieg, the house has been preserved in its original state since his death. This museum, which houses all Grieg's period furniture and personal objects, is a house that lives on thanks to the intimate concerts that are still held on the master's old piano. Grieg lived here for over twenty years at the end of his life. Today, there are concerts every day during the International Music Festival, as well as summer concerts on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are on sale at the tourist office. The new, larger concert hall is fortunately hidden under the bridge just before the house. A little further down the road, Grieg's very basic little working hut is practically at the water's edge. His coat, hat and violin still hang on the wall. From the only window, you can see the lake through the branches of the large weeping birches. Another historic building nearby, the Fantoft Stavkirke, a wooden church dating back to 1150, sadly went up in smoke in June 1992, in the wave of arson and Satanism that swept the country. It has since been rebuilt to its original appearance.

The site of Lofotr delivered the most important remains Vikings, discovered in recent years. Thus, the site is the largest farm village Viking ever unearthed. The new museum Viking is built around the excavation of the public house, long of 83 m. Tassée and collected on itself, it is both ingenious, practical, impressive and perfectly demonstrative of the political and economic structures. Exhibitions of objects found during the excavations, the Vikings boats of 23 and 30 m which take on board volunteers, the plays and meals, all are made to immerse yourself in the heroic times. Fantastic.

This boat offers a guided tour that passes through various ports in the fjord, and then stops at Monk's Island. At the end of the tour, the boat travels up the Nidelva River to give visitors a glimpse of the city and its important monuments. Departures every half hour in high season. Before boarding, remember to buy tickets which are also valid for the return trip. Taking this small boat will allow you to see the city from another perspective, from the water, and to tread on the charming Monks' Island with your feet.

You will find all the necessary information about the city and its region. It is possible to discover the city on foot or by bike and for that you just have to ask the office to find a French or English speaking guide. At the time of writing this guide, only the tiny office located in the Torg shopping center is open. It doesn't offer as many services as a regular tourist office, but it's still very good for everyday needs if you're spending a few days in Trondheim. Ask about guided tours!

The church, which dates from 1784, has a very distinctive octagonal shape and is marked with the initials of the German Companions. It is also the only stone building in the city. Concerts are held here. The church is one of the largest in Norway. The church is one of the largest in Norway and bears witness to Røros's mining days. The mine emblem is on the steeple and portraits of successive mine directors hang in the church. Inside, you can see the blue and white paintings with gilding, typical of this region. The baroque organ is quite well preserved.

This tower built by the Post and Telecommunications is 120 m high. An elevator takes you up to the terrace where you have a breathtaking panoramic view of Trondheim and the surrounding area. It includes the Egon Rotating Restaurant, which is 74 m high. It is one of the most visited attractions in Trondheim.

Built in 2005, the Atlantic Ocean Route is an 8.9 km stretch of Route 64. It connects the village of Vevang to the island of Averøy by 8 bridges crossing a string of islands. This route is the second busiest tourist route in Norway after Trollstigen (Route 63, from Langvatnet to Åndalsnes via Geiranger).

Located just a few minutes from Stavanger, on the shores of the pretty Hafrsfjord to be precise, these giant bronze swords, almost 10 m high and planted on rocks, commemorate the naval battle of Hafrsfjord in 872, which resulted in the unification of Norway into a single kingdom. In 1983, King Olav V inaugurated this monument to celebrate the ^1111th anniversary of the battle. The swords also represent peace, as they cannot be removed.

Holmenkollen, a neighborhood on the edge of the Marka Forest, a beautiful natural wooded area. The forest is visited by locals and tourists alike in summer and winter and offers skiing, sledding, hiking, fishing and tree climbing There is also the Ski Museum, the Ski Jump, the Ski Simulator and even a zip line!

Very easy access by metro from downtown. The view on the city and the fjord of Oslo is great and the place is mythical!

Ski museum and ski jump. The Ski Museum in Holmenkollen, located below the famous ski jump, is the oldest of its kind! It tells more than 4,000 years of skiing history and there are two exhibitions, one on skiing and snowboarding, and the most recent one, "Be prepared", on the theme of climate change. The ski jump is also accessible, and from the top of this tower you will have the pleasure of discovering a 360° view on the city, its fjord and the Marka forest. For the most courageous, a zip line allows you to descend from the ski jump in record time, and at the bottom, a ski jumping and slalom simulator offers you the chance to take the place of great athletes!

Oslo winterpark/summerpark. To the delight of visitors, Oslo's summer park in Tryvann has one of the largest and most beautiful climbing parks in Scandinavia. In winter, the park becomes the largest ski resort in the city's surroundings, making it possible to go skiing by subway, only 30 minutes from the city center!

In a listed customs house, there are exhibitions on hunting and scientific research in the polar regions, as well as photos of Amundsen's expeditions. In the summer many activities for children are organized. Go to their website to plan your visit and book places. Permanent exhibition on what Svalbard was like in the 17th and 18th centuries. The museum also organizes temporary exhibitions.

This open-air museum features 50 wooden houses from an old district of Bergen dating back to the ^17th century. In the old bakery, you can watch the making of Skillingsboller, Bergen's buns. There's also the old barber's shop, the photographer's, the tooth puller's... The rich bourgeois interior could have been the perfect setting for Ibsen's play Doll' s House. An attractive restaurant serves dishes that can be enjoyed on the terrace.

During the renovation of the city's iconic museum, the tour is in Schøtstuene and provides an opportunity to learn more about the wealthy Hanse traders who had a monopoly on trade in the north (dried cod, grain, salt). Bergen and Novogorod were among their most important trading posts. These great merchants lived separated from the rest of the population of Bergen in high houses lined up a few meters from the harbour. A nice visit.

The Kon-Tiki is the balsa raft used in 1947 by Thor Heyerdahl on one of his scientific expeditions to Easter Island in the Pacific. An expedition that made him famous the world over. The Ra II is also on display. This is a papyrus raft that enabled the explorer to cross the Atlantic from Morocco to Barbados in 1970. This small but interesting museum retraces the explorer's travels through photos, texts and films.

The stations of the 1994 Olympic Games have now been transformed into a large amusement park open all year round where you can discover the sensations usually reserved for competitors. The ski jump, the bobsleigh run, everything is open all year round and adapted to your wishes. Activities: toboggan, lift pass, helmet and goggles. It is also possible to sleep here, which is recommended to take advantage of the many activities offered!

A comprehensive tourist office at the level of brochures, on-site information, possibility to purchase tickets for excursions, good information in English. Very practical. Possibility to download the tromso visit application.

This company organizes 3-hour boat tours in the Lysefjord and to see the famous Preikestolen. The company also offers departures from Bergen and Tromsø. Crossings and cruises all year round. Group rates. A nice way to discover the surroundings as you only have to let yourself be driven. Remember to take warm and waterproof clothes when you go to sea. You can contact them by mail or book directly from their website. There is almost always a small cafe on the boat for refreshments.

KODE is the union of four art museums, all on the same campus, which present one of the best overviews of Nordic art in all of Scandinavia.

KODE 1 is the former Design Museum (located at Nordahl Bruns gate 9). The building houses the most important collection of Buddhist marble sculptures in Northern Europe. The permanent exhibition, "Man and Objects", tells the story of design and applied arts through 5 centuries.

KODE 2 hosts the annual temporary exhibitions, as well as the permanent collections of contemporary art.

KODE 3 houses the Rasmus Meyer collection, including several works by Edvard Munch, twenty large oil paintings, including Melancholy, Evening on Karl Johan, Jealousy and The Three Ages of Women, as well as works by the great Norwegian masters of the 18th and 19th centuries. The Romantic period is well represented by J.-C. Dahl with The Birch in the Storm and The Monastery of Lyse. We see Tidemand and Gude, the former with The Bad News and the latter with his High Mountain Landscape. Christian Krogh's stark realism shines through in The Struggle for Survival, while Kitty Kielland's magical light is captured in her Jaeren Landscape.

KODE 4 is devoted to 20th-century art, including Harald Solberg's numerous sketches of the Rondane Mountains. Also worth seeing are the Klee, Picasso, Miro, and the KunstLab, an art laboratory for children.

This 12th century Romanesque church is dedicated to St. Olav. According to legend, the carved face on the north-western façade represents the same canonized king. Another legend tells that the church was built by a nymph who, after completing her work, had the misfortune to fall to her death. Where the nymph fell, the grass has never grown again. A nice visit for the whole family if you are in the area.

This is the old Stavanger. The district overhangs the city by the port. A walk in these paved lanes allows us to realize the city such as it was. The houses are charming and there is a peaceful atmosphere. On sunny days, flowers brighten up the facades of the white-painted wooden houses. Approximately 173 houses of the XVIIIth constitute the old city (in reality one finds rather 8 000 wooden houses distributed in Stavanger). Very lively district! Unmissable obviously during your visit.

Red brick building flanked by two large towers visible from quite a distance. The architecture of the town hall is not a masterpiece of design as the Scandinavians know how to do, but at least it has the merit of facing the fjord. On its steps, bronze workers are lined up, more realistic than life, made by Per Palle Storm, one of the great Norwegian sculptors. The walls inside are covered with monumental frescoes from the 1930s-1960s.

Where Tjuvholmen meets the fjord, you'll find one of Oslo's main attractions: the privately-owned Astrup Fearnley Museum, designed by the great architect Renzo Piano, creator of the Centre Georges Pompidou, the Parco della Musica and the New York Times building, among others. The Astrup Fearnley Museum of Contemporary Art is certainly in one of the most advantageous positions, planted at the end of the new Tjuvholmen district with a view over the fjord and the feeling of being on a boat. This is the new district built as an extension to Aker Brygge. And what a district it is! Sleek, classy and grandiose. Tjuvholmen is nicknamed the arts district. The architecture of the peninsula and the Astrup Fearnley Museum, inspired by its maritime surroundings and composed of three pavilions under a glass roof in the shape of a sail, evokes the city's capacity for constant innovation. Inside the museum, one of Northern Europe's most important collections of modern and contemporary art complements the National Gallery. Today, it includes works by major American talents, as well as those from Europe, Brazil, Japan, China and India, with big names such as Bacon, Koons, Hirst and Kiefer. Permanent exhibitions are complemented by temporary exhibitions, workshops and the Tjuvholmen sculpture park outside the museum. The Astrup Fearnley Museum celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023.

It is a high rock overlooking the city. A staircase of 418 steps leads to the top, but it can also be reached by car via the road around the hill. At the top there is a café with a terrace and a summer restaurant (Fjellstua) under a glass dome. There is a fantastic view of the town, which stretches out over the sea, with dark rocky islets off the coast. Turning inland, you can see a row of ice-capped peaks. There are trails up there that can extend the walk by a few hours.

Since its construction began in 1824, the Royal Palace has been a symbol of Norwegian history and one of the country's most emblematic buildings. Although the original plans called for the palace to be H-shaped, financial problems led to a revision of the plans and the construction of a U-shaped palace. When Charles XIV John of Sweden died in 1844, the palace was clearly too small for the successor's family, so the wings were lengthened. Since 1849, when it was first occupied, the palace has undergone numerous transformations, particularly over the last century. It is now used primarily as a reception area and as the King's official office. This long yellow building, not very imposing in size, is beautifully situated on the Bellevue promontory at the end of the main avenue Karl Johans gate. Changing of the Royal Guard at 1:30 p.m. On June 7th square, a statue of the first king, Haakon, sculpted by Nils Aas, bears a striking resemblance to Giacometti's sculptures (the late king was very tall and skinny). Surrounding the palace is the Royal Park, one of the city's oldest and largest. It was designed in parallel with the construction of the castle, according to the ideal of the time. The guided tour takes in the palace's most beautiful and important rooms: the luxurious suite of King Haakon VII, the Bird Room painted in trompe-l'oeil by Johannes Flintoe, and the Ballroom.

New premises for the Munch Museum, now located in Bjørvika (near the Opera House) since October 2021.

A building much maligned for its architecture (not without reason... just look at the sad recycled aluminum sheet cladding), designed by Spanish architect Juan Herreros, the new Munch Museum has the advantage of being able to present, in addition to the works in the old museum, some lesser-known pieces, such as photographs and sculptures, as well as a film and monumental paintings(The Sun, The Searchers). For the record, they are so large that they had to be brought in through a special opening provided for the purpose during the construction work, which was subsequently closed again. The new museum is five times larger than the old one, and now houses over 26,000 works, including 18,000 prints by the Norwegian artist. An entire room features versions of the famous Scream, but the painting is housed in the Nasjonal Galleriet.

It should be remembered that the famous Scream, as well as La Madonna, disappeared in a surprising manner in August 2004 (a theft in broad daylight) and were found in "fairly good condition" two years later. Countless other equally powerful and impressive paintings make a visit to this museum an invaluable experience. Edvard Munch (1863-1944), one of the pioneers of Expressionism, was born in Løten, but the following year his family moved to Kristiania (Oslo). Four years later, his mother died of tuberculosis. At the age of 15, her favorite sister succumbed to the same disease, the scourge of the age. She is depicted in his painting The Sick Child. Munch worked extensively in Germany, exhibiting in Berlin, the birthplace of Expressionism. After a serious depression in Copenhagen in 1908, he returned to Norway. Among the paintings exhibited Dances on the Beach at Midnight, Kiss on the Hair of a Woman, Jealousy, The Lonely Ones, The Harpy, The Vampire, Melancholy, The Kiss of Death, Winter at Kragerø. In short, all Munch's anxieties in one museum.

Take your time, return several times and stop for lunch in the surrounding area. All the more reason not to spend 6 hours in a row: this visit is included in the Oslo Pass!

Disabled access, free Internet connection. RestaurantTolvte on the ^12th floor (!) overlooking the fjord. Café MUNCH deli & café on the first floor with terrace and cocktail bar on the top floor.

The Nidaros cathedral has kept the Viking name of the present-day city of Trondheim, inspired by the river Nidelva. Built in the 12th century, in 1653, on the tomb of Saint Olav, the cathedral is entirely dedicated to him. Converted to Christianity in France and proclaimed king on his return to Trondheim. In 1024, he tried to Christianize the society before fleeing under pressure from the people. When he returned, he died during the Stiklestad ride and was buried on the spot, under a pile of sand. According to the legend, people who trampled on the tomb were cured of their illnesses. A year and five days later, it was decided to open his tomb and they found his body intact, his hair and nails had grown. It was then decided to build around him the beginnings of the present monument. The cathedral is built in "soapstone", in a style where the Gothic dominates, but older parts are of Romanesque inspiration. The stained glass windows are magnificent and only date from the 20th century. With its richly sculpted façade and splendid stained glass windows, it is reminiscent of Notre-Dame de Paris. The last king to be crowned in the cathedral was Harald V in 1991. The interior of the cathedral is ultimately more sober than the exterior, so if you don't opt for an educational and enjoyable guided tour, it may be more interesting to go in for a concert. Now a protestant church, the cathedral remains a place of pilgrimage and a cultural symbol of the country.

Tourist information on the site. From Bergen, the Tourist Office also offers many cruises for Hardangerfjord and Sognefjord as well as excursions in the surrounding mountains and glaciers of Folgefonn and Briksdalsbreen. The city has set up a menu that allows you to reach some museums free or discount, to have discounts on guides, the hotels.

The Bergen Aquarium is a 20-minute walk from the city center. It features many exotic and local fish, as well as penguins and sea lion shows. Visitors can enjoy shows in the outdoor pools and watch 3D documentaries. At specific times, the public can watch seals and penguins feeding, or hold a snake in their hands. A great activity for the whole family.

This Museum of Perspective aims to be provocative and full of humanism, respect and open-mindedness through its collections and exhibitions. It offers temporary photo exhibitions on the history of the city of Tromsø, as well as exhibitions of contemporary art, with the aim of presenting history from different angles. Anyone who loves photography will be satisfied. A beautiful black and white exhibition takes you back to Tromsø and Norway in the 1960s. A good introduction to the city, its region and its people, quick and free.