Akershus Fortress

Akershus Fortress is located in the city center by the Oslo Fjord and it is a great place to discover the capital’s history and enjoy beautiful views. It is a medieval castle that was built in 1290 to protect Oslo, for a certain period of time it was used as a prison as well. There is a lot to see around and on the territory of the fortress - there is a lovely pond, an overwhelming armory display, and the water accompanied by the adjoining landscape is in itself a very nice experience.

Take your time wandering the gardens and ramparts with their beautiful harbor views before entering the modest church with Hkon VII's (1872-1957) grave and the ruins of the old medieval fortress. The Museum of the Norwegian Resistance, often known as the Norwegian Home Front Museum, is also housed on the premises. Prepare to spend a few hours here studying about the German conquest of Europe from 1940 to 1945.

If you still have energy, go visit the Norwegian Armed Forces Museum at Oslo's historic Arsenal. This intriguing museum contains several displays of weaponry and artifacts detailing the history of the Norwegian military and Norway's defense over the years.

It should be noted, however, that you will be doing a lot of climbing and walking, so wear your most comfortable shoes! Aside from that, you may take a walking audio tour to learn about the history of the fortress and Norway, as well as hear some ghost stories. You may also observe the sunset and the ships from the fortress's top wall.

Google Rating: 4.5/5
Phone: +47 23 09 39 17
Opening Hours: Daily - 6:00 to 21:00
Address: 0150 Oslo, Norway