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Excursions in Oslo lead you to a number of interesting places in and around the city. Oslo, the capital and largest city of Norway, has a rich history going back to over 1000 years. From the center at Oslofjord, the city of Oslo spreads on both sides in a more or less U shape. If you are planning on Oslo tours, you will be rewarded with plenty of sightseeing options, a vibrant nightlife and colorful customs. Once you are in the city, make plans for excursions in Oslo to experience the spectacular surroundings of the city.
Numerous Oslo attractions are present, where you can organize excursions. Oslo excursions can be planned to a number of places close to the city. You can organize trips to Vigelandsparken or the Vigeland Park. This is one of the most visited attractions in the whole country, where more than 1 million people come each year. It can be reached on foot in less than an hour from the city center, walking along the Frognerveien. There are numerous eateries in the Frogner area, where you can spend some delightful time. The park is dedicated to the artist Gustav Vigeland. There are a total of 200 sculptures here, which the artist had prepared over a period of 40 years in granite, cast iron and bronze. A single column of granite carving known as the Monolith dominates the center of the park. This is one of the best destinations for excursions in Oslo.
Excursions in Oslo can also lead you to Holmenkollen, one of the most famous sport arenas worldwide. This ski-jumping stadium is located up in the hills of the north west of the city and attracts countless visitors annually. From here you can have a breathtaking view of the fjord and the city below. For whole day excursions in Oslo you can get tickets for the 'Norway in a Nutshell' trip. This tour by boat, bus and train offers you a glimpse of Norway's scenery in a day.
travel.mapsofworld.com offers you detailed information on excursions in Oslo.
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