Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
Oslo's Vigeland Sculpture Park (Vigelang Park or Frogner Parken) and Museum (The Vigeland Museum) are the most famous attractions in Oslo and the best place to appreciate sculpture art. In this theme park, there are hundreds of sculptures created by the Norwegian sculpture master Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943). They have different expressions and are lifelike. They have been Vigeland's masterpiece for more than 20 years. The work of art; and the museum is the perfect place to learn about the great creator’s life and other works of art. Therefore, it has become an important tourist attraction that tourists must visit.Attractions distribution:
The Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum is located in the northwest of Oslo, covering an area of nearly 50 hectares. Both the park and the museum are named after the master sculptor Gustav Vigeland. The park is centered on the main axis and has several major landscapes such as the main entrance, stone bridge, fountain, circular steps, pillar of life, and wheel of life. There are nearly 200 sculptures including angry boys, women and lizards, and clans; the museum displays Vigeland's life, works, contemporary art and temporary exhibitions, making it a frequent place for art lovers.Scenic spot features:
Leisure, sightseeing, art tours, celebrity tours, parks, sculptures, museumsTransportation
Scenic spot location:
Europe>Norway>City of Oslo
How to get there:
Arriving at the park: Bus No. 20 and Tram No. 12 get off at Vigeland Park and you can go directly there; for all westbound lines, you can get off at Majorstuen and walk there.
Getting to the museum: It is located on the south side of the park. It is a 5-minute walk from the main entrance along Halvdans Svartes; or take bus 20 or tram 12 and get off at Frogner Plass.
Arrival in Oslo:
1. Airplane: Main airports—Oslo Airport Gardermoen, Sandefjord Airport Torp, You can take buses and trains from the airport to the city center.
2. Train: Oslo Central Station (Oslo Train), which can be reached from domestic cities or surrounding international cities.
3. Urban transportation: Oslo Metro, Oslo Bus and Tram, Oslo Bicycle, and Oslo Taxi.
Scenic area map:
3D real scene of scenic spot
Tickets
Vigeland ticket prices:
1. Park: Free
2. Museum: 60 NOK for adults, 30 NOK for students, seniors over 67 years old, children over 7 years old and groups of 10 or more people, children under 7 years old, Oslo Pass )free.
Scenic area opening hours:
1. Park: Open 24 hours a day throughout the year
2. Museum:
May 2 to August 31: Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-17:00; closed on Monday.
September 1st to April 30th: Tuesday to Sunday 12:00-16:00; closed on Monday.
Rest days: January 1st, Good Friday, Easter, May 1st and 17th, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve.
Special opening day: Whitsunday (mid-May) 10:00-17:00.
Travel Tips
Travel Notes of Travellers:
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travelling guideline:
The park and museum are large in area and have many works of art. It is recommended that tourists spend a whole day or more than half a day here to visit, and do not rush through them.
Best time to visit:
May-September
Shopping recommendations:
(Scenic Spot Shop) Books, postcards, posters, etc.
(Shopping in Oslo) Norwegian woolen clothes, wood carving handicrafts, glacier mud, etc.
(Oslo food) Salmon sashimi, king crab, stewed lamb, reindeer meat, Norwegian cheese.
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Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide - Stone Bridge
Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide - Round Stairs
Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide - Main Entrance
Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide - Scenery
Oslo Vigeland Sculpture Park and Museum Travel Guide - Fountain
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