National Museum
The Nordic region's largest art museum, with Munch, Norwegian landscape painting, design and a rooftop Light Hall.
About
Why visit National Museum
Opened in 2022 beside Aker Brygge, the National Museum combines art, architecture and design. Highlights include a Munch room with a painted version of The Scream, romantic Norwegian landscapes and a glowing rooftop hall with fjord views.
Not to miss
Highlights
The moments that define a visit to National Museum.
Munch room
Including a painted version of The Scream.
Norwegian romanticism
Dramatic fjords and mountains by Dahl and Tidemand & Gude.
Roof terrace
Views over City Hall and the harbour.
Local know-how
Visitor tips
Small things that turn a good visit into a great one.
Book ahead at weekends.
The collection is large — pick a few galleries.
Nearby
Combine with
Other guides within a short walk.
Oslo City Hall
The twin-towered home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, filled with vast murals — free to visit.
Open guideAkershus Fortress
A medieval castle and fortress above the harbour, with ramparts, royal tombs and wartime history.
Open guideThe Royal Palace & Karl Johans gate
Oslo's main boulevard leading up to the King's residence and its public Palace Park.
Open guide