Oslo (570,000 inhabitants, over 1,000,000 in the metropolitan area) is the capital and largest city of Norway.This is today a modern city among the greenest in Europe full of large parks and protected areas. Is Oslo a cool city? So is Oslo becoming the coolest capital city in Scandinavia? Absolutely. Just like Norwegian society and […]

How to Get from Oslo to Lofoten By Plane/ Ferry or Express boat. Duration: 1.5-5 hours by plane, 2-5 hours by plane + express boat. Air travel is the fastest and most efficient way to reach Lofoten. By Car/ Ferry or Express boat. Duration: 16 hours. By Train/ Ferry or Express boat. Duration: 18 hours […]

The train journey from Oslo to Stockholm is not the most scenic in Scandinavia. However, a train passes through extensive pine forests and plenty of pretty lakes. What is there to see between Stockholm and Oslo? Best stops along Oslo to Stockholm drive. The top stops along the way from Oslo to Stockholm (with short […]

Oslo can offer just as much fun for children as for adults. Is Oslo good for families? Norwegian society is set up to care for children, from school to family life. Oslo is also an exceptionally safe place for children. There are always events on in the city for children, from festivals and theatre to […]

It’s fair to say that Oslo would be the obvious choice when thinking of studying abroad in Norway. Oslo is the capital of Norway and by far its most populous city. Not to mention, Oslo is a great place to learn about the nation because of its density of quality museums and dedication to showcasing […]

And city names were no different. The earliest versions of Oslo’s name during the Middle Ages were spelled “Ánslo” and “Áslo” – “ás” (nowadays, “ås”) meaning “ridge” or “hill”. It was then believed that Oslo’s original name meant, “the meadow beneath the hill”, the hill being the Ekeberg ridge. What does Oslo mean? Definitions of […]

The Tiger City. The city is sometimes known under the nickname “The Tiger City” (Norwegian: Tigerstaden), probably inspired by an 1870 poem by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson which referenced then-Christiania in central Oslo. The nickname is mostly used by Norwegians from out of town, and rarely by people from the Oslo region. What is the nickname for […]

If you’re wondering how expensive Oslo is, there’s a simple answer.’Oslo’ and ‘budget’ are not two words you hear together very often. Norway is the most expensive city in the world and as the capital, Oslo will cost you even more Krone. Is Oslo Norway expensive to visit? A vacation to Oslo for one week […]

Oslo is often listed as both one of the most livable cities in Europe and one of the most expensive cities in the world. And although Norway’s capital may not be the most popular city to move to in Europe, it does attract a good number of expats. Is Oslo a good city to live […]

During the Viking Age the area was part of Viken. Oslo was founded as a city at the end of the Viking Age in the year 1040 under the name Ánslo, and established as a kaupstad or trading place in 1048 by Harald Hardrada. The city was elevated to a bishopric in 1070 and a […]

around 19 hours. The Copenhagen Oslo ferry route connects Denmark with Norway. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, DFDS Seaways. The crossing operates up to 7 times each week with sailing durations from around 19 hours. How long is the ferry ride from Copenhagen to Oslo? around 17 hours […]

Oslo, Norway, is among the top cities with a free business environment. According to our city rankings, this is a good place to live with high ratings in safety, healthcare and environmental quality. Oslo is one of the top ten city matches for 0.9% of Teleport users. Is it expensive to live in Oslo? Let’s […]

Oslo has been overtaken by London as the world’s most expensive city to live in, due to the spiralling property and travel costs in the British capital.Together with the high cost of transport (26 percent more than Oslo), this brought London a score of 280, compared to Oslo’s 267. Is Norway more expensive than England? […]

Uber has been active in Oslo for six years and has operated limousine services Uber Black, UberLux and UberXXL since 2017. All partner drivers, for both the new rides options and existing limousine services are professionals and fully licensed. Is Uber banned in Norway? Uber has suspended its unlicensed UberPOP service in Oslo, the latest […]

Re: Oslo or Bergen – which city is better for the tourist ? Bergen is surrounded by mountains and is more scenic and picturesque than Stavanger or Oslo. Oslo has a very international population and great urban life, still small enough to be charming. Which is nicer Bergen or Oslo? Although Oslo may top Bergen […]