Allen Ginsberg, the American beat writer, called it "The best bookstore in the world," and Patti Smith has returned multiple times for book signings.

Isdammen is known as a fishing lake in the summer months, but one can also go ice skating there during the winter (as the lakes in Oslo are usually frozen because of the low temperatures, as one would expect).

Hønse Lovisas hus is a part of the Industrial museum in Oslo named after a great woman who took care of the girls that used to work at the factories along the Akerselva river.

The smell of freshly baked waffles and coffee is enough to invite you in. And then you enter and get to find everything your heart desires!

Once you step inside the hotel reception, Kafé Lucy warmly welcomes you, immediately setting the tone for a relaxed, casual and enjoyable visit.

Here you'll find Italian sausages, British teas, French cheeses, Russian caviar, locally sourced meats, fresh fish, baked goods and much much more.

Here you can discover Norwegian films, foreign films, cult classics, regular 35mm screenings and family matinees. They also organize special film events.

Under one roof, you'll find a diverse selection of venues. Navigate the grand halls to discover everything from aquavit and whiskey to exotic cocktails.

With 34 beer taps offering local and international brands, there's a beer to suit every taste. And they provide beer tasting samples!

Made up of 150,000 LED light bulbs that changes color, this massive 14-meter-tall luminescent installation is made by American artist Alexander Green.

The sculpture park was designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano and the sculptures are playful, inviting the audience to sit, climb or crawl into them.

"Farine" in Kampen, one of Oslo's most charming neighborhoods, is a lovely bakery in a peculiar yellow house. Its kardamommebolle are now local favorites!