What to do in Bygdøy

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Places to Visit in Bygdøy

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Top places to visit

1. Viking Ship Museum

The Viking Ship Museum is dedicated to the conservation and display of three magnificent examples of Viking boats from the 9th century. All three were discovered within a 35-year period at the end of the 1800s, almost by accident. Delicate archaeological excavation and a meticulous process of restoration have meant that these ships provide visitors with fascinating insights into this ancient Nordic culture.
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2. Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

The Norsk Folkemuseum, or Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, offers a fascinating picture of life throughout the past 600 years. Combining both an expansive outdoor museum with original period buildings, and an indoor museum dedicated to showcasing artefacts and visual displays, this venue provides an entertaining and educational approach to Norway’s rich heritage.
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Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

3. Kon Tiki Museum

The Kon-Tiki Museum tells the amazing story of the extraordinary Norwegian scientist and explorer Thor Heyerdahl, who dedicated his life to proving first hand that ancient civilisations could have crossed the world’s oceans. See the primitive vessels in which he set sail, and learn all about the vital contributions he made to our understanding of world culture.
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Kon Tiki Museum which includes interior views

4. Fram Museum

The Fram Museum tells the story of the polar expeditions led by three of Norway’s most famous adventurers: Roald Amundsen, Fridtjof Nansen and Otto Sverdrup. Tour the 19th-century ship “the Fram”, used for both Arctic and Antarctic voyages, and discover how these fearless pioneers survived the extreme cold and dangerous conditions to be first to discover the earth’s poles.
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Fram Museum showing interior views

5. Norwegian Maritime Museum

Situated on the waterfront on Bygdøy peninsular, the Norwegian Maritime Museum expertly tells the story of the country’s inextricable links with the sea. Learn about ship-building techniques, the development of fishing, trade and shipping, and marine archaeology, thanks to the extensive collection of exhibits and historical artefacts showcased in this fascinating museum.
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Norwegian Maritime Museum which includes interior views

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Frogner

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Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Frogner. Make a stop by Color Line Ferry Terminal or Oslo City Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lille Frogner alle Light Rail Station or Elisinburg Tram Station to get around town.

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Skøyen

Check out the museums while you're in Skøyen. Hop on the metro at Skoyen Light Rail Station and Thune Light Rail Station to see top sights like Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park and Frogner Park.

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Ullern

The restaurants and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Ullern. Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park and Frogner Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Abbediengen Light Rail Station or Ullern Light Rail Station to get around the larger area.

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