Oslo

EU/EEA citizens can enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian, and many other nationals can visit visa-free for up to 90 days within the Schengen Area. Check udi.no for requirements.

By Air: Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the main gateway, 50km north of the city. Sandefjord Airport Torp (TRF) serves budget airlines, 110km south.

By Train: Direct trains to Bergen (scenic 6.5 hours), Stockholm (6 hours), Copenhagen (8 hours), and other Scandinavian cities.

By Ferry: DFDS ferries connect to Copenhagen and Kiel, Germany.

Norwegian is the official language, but English proficiency is exceptional - nearly everyone speaks fluent English. Many Norwegians switch to English automatically with visitors.

Norwegian Krone (NOK). Norway is nearly cashless - cards accepted everywhere. Many places don't accept cash at all. Exchange rate: roughly 10-11 NOK per USD. Note: Norway is expensive - budget accordingly.

Metro (T-bane): Six lines covering city and suburbs. Efficient and clean.

Trams: Five tram lines through city center.

Buses: Comprehensive network throughout Oslo.

Ruter App: Essential for planning and buying tickets (single ride 39 NOK in zones 1-2).

City Bikes: Available May to November, extensive network.

Walking: Central Oslo is very walkable and pleasant.

Flytoget Airport Express Train: Fastest to Central Station (20 min, 215 NOK).

Regional Train: Slower but cheaper (25 min, 118 NOK).

Flybussen Airport Bus: To multiple stops (40-50 min, 199 NOK).

Taxi: Around 700-900 NOK to city center (40 min).