Oslo/West

Western Oslo comprises Oslo west of Ring 1, southwest of Highway 168 (Sørkedalsveien) and south of Ring 3. In addition the article contains the western suburbs of Oslo that are administratively part of Akershus county.

Western Oslo includes some of Oslo's top attractions, notably the Viking ships museum in Bygdøy and Vigeland sculptures in the Frogner Park.

This district has Oslo's highest incomes, which are reflected in its architecture and property prices.

Get in

 * The easternmost part of this district (Majorstuen, Frogner) is a 2-3 km stroll from downtown. Otherwise you can take either of the subway lines, or tram 12 or 19.
 * To go further west, take subway number 3 (districts more inland, as far as Kolsås), local trains going west (places along the coast) or tram 13.
 * Bus 30 goes to destinations at the Bygdøy Peninsula, alternatively you can take the ferry.
 * Bus 30 goes to destinations at the Bygdøy Peninsula, alternatively you can take the ferry.

Bygdøy


Longer out at the peninsula of Bygdøy, you will find two groups of museums within walking distance of each other: In the first group, around 800 metres inland:





In the second group, on the outer part of Bygdøy peninsula (the first three museums offer combination tickets):







Frogner




Buy
Bogstadveien-Hegdehaugsveien is the main shopping street and runs between the Royal Palace and Majorstuen (junction and metro station). Independent stores as well as chains such as Zara are located on this street. The small tram runs in the street. The area is locally known simply as "Bogstadveien" even if the lower part is Hegdehaugsveien.

High-end shopping is also in Frogner area (Bygdøy alle and Frognerveien) and at Aker Brygge just off Karl Johan.



Eat


The shoreline of Aker Brygge is dotted with cafés and restaurants, but expect to pay a premium for the great view.

Drink






Connect
As for the whole of Oslo

Go next

 * Within central Oslo: see the Oslo/Sentrum, Oslo/Inner East or the Oslo/Inner North article
 * Suburbs within Oslo: see the Oslo/North or the Oslo/South article
 * Out of Oslo:
 * Sandvika
 * Ringerike
 * Drammen