Tourist Attractions
Attractions in Oslo
There are a number of attractions within walking distance of the conference hotel. The National Gallery houses a wonderful collection of art from the 1800s to WWII, including a room containing the works of Edward Munch. The gallery is home to the original version of The Scream as well as other very valuable artwork.
Located next to The National Gallery is the Historical Museum, one of the grandest buildings in Oslo. This single building includes three separate museums: the Museum of Antiquities, the Coin Cabinet, and the Ethnographical Museum.
The Royal Palace, located in the heart of Oslo, is home to the King and Queen of Norway and is open to tours during the summer months. The Ibsen Museum is open to the public and features a tour of the home of the famous playwright Henrik Ibsen and his wife Suzannah. The Nobel Peace Center includes digital displays of all Peace Prize laureates. The Edward Munch Museum is easily accessed from the Central Railway Station next to the headquarters hotel by taking the underground to Toyen (the second stop).
Oslo also features a lively main street, Karls Johan Gate, with enjoyable architecture and a number of shops ranging from department stores to one-of-a-kind specialty shops. Karls Johan Gate includes open-air restaurants, a number of bars, and other dining options.
Travel Destinations
Bergen
Considered the cultural center of western Norway, Bergen is the second-largest city with a population of 209,375 people. Bergen is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Fjords” and is still an important shipping and transportation hub. It was founded in 1070, and once served as the capital of Norway, replaced by Oslo in the 14th century.
Attendees will find a number of interesting attractions in Bergen including the Edward Grieg museum, the Bergen Art Museum, and Mount Ulriken.
Trondheim
Trondheim was the capital of the Viking kings after its founding in 997 AD. The 11th century Nidaros Cathedral, built over the grave of Olav Haraldsson, Norway’s patron saint, is one of Norway’s most popular tourism destinations and still serves as the place for anointing Norwegian monarchs. Much of the original city burned in 1681, but many of the original narrow alleyways survived after the renovation of the city in the 1700s.
Trondheim is situated on the west coast of Norway and may appeal to attendees who would like to tour the Nidaros Cathedral, take a boat trip, or explore the historic city.
Stavanger
Stavanger has over 116,000 inhabitants and is the third largest city in Norway. It was named the European Capital of Culture for 2008. It was formerly at the center of the Norwegian canning industry. Stavanger currently serves as a base for offshore oil and natural gas operations.
Attendees may like to visit the famous Pulpit Rock, take a boat tour of the Lysefjord, or visit Kvadrat, Norway’s largest shopping mall with 155 stores.