Travel Highlights - Opera House

Oslo Opera House

The Oslo Opera House, located right by the harbor, features a sloping white facade that appears to rise from the water. Year-round, visitors are invited to climb its roof for panoramic views of Oslo and the fjord. Large windows at street level offer glimpses into rehearsals and workshops. The interior, clad primarily in oak, features a horseshoe-shaped main hall, reminiscent of classical theaters of the past. Designed by the Norwegian architectural firm Snøhetta, the opera house has won numerous prestigious awards.

The Norwegian National Opera and Ballet presents a diverse program across three stages: the Main Hall (1,369 seats), the Second Hall (400 seats), and the Studio Hall (200 seats). Concerts are also held on the opera house's rooftop and foyer. Oslo Opera House is one of Norway's most impressive examples of contemporary architecture and is renowned for its role as a venue for world-class opera and ballet performances.

Oslo City Hall, Rådhuset, opened in 1950 and is open to all. At Rådhustårnet, you'll find the largest carillon in Northern Europe, and weddings can be held in the Munchroom. The City Hall is also home to the city council and the municipal council. Built of red brick, Oslo City Hall features two towers, one 63 meters high and the other 66 meters high. The bricks used are larger than typical bricks from the time of construction, but roughly the same size as those used in the Middle Ages. These bricks measure approximately 27.5 × 13 × 8.5 centimeters and were produced by Hovin Teglverk in Oslo. The east tower houses a carillon with 49 bells. The building hosts various events and ceremonies, notably the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony held each December.

As we were walking towards the National Opera, we encountered a band parading on the street.

This is a common means of transportation here. People are often seen parking their cars on the roadside.

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