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Social Life & Culture
Meet people and explore
Oslo is a young, energetic city with a down-to-earth and informal culture that supports personal growth not only through work-life balance, but also through a vibrant cultural scene and a unique proximity to nature. It’s not unusual for people to hit the ski trails, go sailing, attend a concert, or enjoy a slow unwind after a solid day of work. Your time is your own.
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DNT - The Norwegian Trekking Association
Norway's biggest outdoor activities organisation, offering guided tours, cabin rental across the country, and route inspiration.
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Oslo Hiking
Guided hiking and camping tours.
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Oslo Visitor Centre
Museum and transportation passes, tour tickets, currency exchange and other services.
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Parks and natural attractions
Get into the nature-loving action in any season.
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VisitOSLO
Your guide to a city break in Oslo.
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Visit Oslo Region
10 day trips from Oslo.
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Visit Norway
Great adventures: from the mountains and fjords to the Northern lights.
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Eventbrite
Explore events by location, what's popular, top picks, and free stuff.
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Festivals
Oslo hosts more than 5,000 concerts every year
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What's on in Oslo
Keep an eye on the latest live and online events.
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Ticketmaster
Tickets for upcoming concerts and sporting events.
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Meetup
Get to know others through social and professional meet-ups.
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EatbyLe
A curated guide to the city's food and drink — by the guy from Instagram.
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Anders & Kaitlin
Food and travel bloggers give you the inside scoop on restaurants, bakeries, bars and more.
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Mer av Oslo
Restaurant reviews, activities and more (in Norwegian)
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Vink by Aftenposten
A map of restaurants in Oslo with reviews (in Norwegian)
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VisitOSLO
A selection of restaurants and cafes
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Flytoget - Airport Express Train
A high-speed train service that runs between Oslo Airport, Oslo Central Station and Drammen (southwest of Oslo). The train departs every 10 minutes and takes about 20 minutes between Oslo Airport and the central station.
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Overview of transportation options
Find out how to get to Oslo and how to get around the city. Get information and travel passes.
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Ruter
Trip planner for metro, tram, bus, and ferry in Oslo.
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Vy - Norwegian Railway and Bus
Government-owned railway company which operates passenger train and bus services.
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Entur
Sales and ticket agency for the railway and travel planner for public transportation throughout Norway.
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Brakar
Public transportation serving the cities of Drammen, Kongsberg, Lier, and Ringerike.
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Innlandstrafikk
Public transportation covering the cities of Hamar, Gjøvik, Lillehammer, Elverum, and Kongsvinger.
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Østfold Kollektiv
Public transportation serving the cities of Askim, Fredrikstad, Halden, Moss, Mysen, and Sarpsborg.
Other resources
News
See all newsUpdate on Oslopolitan
Oslopolitan is now hosted by Oslo&Co, the international business development and promotion agency for the City of Oslo (as of January 1st, 2026).
Why America has fallen for Erling Haaland, football’s most likeable superstar
“His joy is real. He seems genuinely more happy when his team-mates score than when he scores himself. We can all list players where that is definitely not the case. To have that blend is very unique....There’s something about the togetherness that you see in Erling and the other players. It’s quite unique for our national teams. It’s fantastic."
Monocle’s Quality of Life Survey 2026
Oslo ranks 10th on Monocle's list of he 20 most liveable cities in the world
Expats in Oslo (Facebook)
Networking for the international community
InterNations
Expat network that offers insider tips and advice for adapting to your new home.
New to Oslo (Facebook)
Get insider tips, find meet-ups for a smooth transition to Oslo.
Unlock Norway
Unlock Norway helps the international community feel more informed and connected to Norway. Through first-person resources and community-driven initiatives, they aim to make Norway not just a place to live, but a place to call home.