Oslo, Norway is a city where you’ll have a hard time deciding which tourist attraction to visit next because each will seem exciting in its own way. You can sail the Oslo fjord, check out one of its famous museums, or spend countless hours exploring its historical sites. Still, if you find yourself lacking ideas or want to head off the beaten path, we recommend checking out these unusual tourist attractions.
Emanuel Vigelands Museum
Emanuel Vigelands Museum is one of the most unique places in Oslo. The building was originally acquired by artist Emanuel Vigelands, brother of renowned sculptor Gustav Vigeland, as a place to keep his artwork before he decided to turn it into his tomb. It is most famous for its main room, which is entirely covered in frescoes that capture the cycle of human life.
Forest of the Future Library
Forest of the Future Library is an intriguing project by Scottish visual artist Katie Paterson. As part of the project, 1,000 trees were planted in the nearby Nordmarka forest in 2014. The goal is to use those trees to print 100 books in 2114. These books will be original and previously unread works from popular authors, with one being a manuscript collected every year. This unique forest is open for visitors and you can also check out the current manuscripts at a specially-designed room in Deichman Library.
Damstredet and Telthusbakken Streets
These two streets are dubbed as places where you can see the true colors of Oslo and get immersed in the city’s history. Damstredet and Telthusbakken are known for their calm and quiet atmosphere, rows of colorful small wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries, and beautiful communal gardens.
