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Oslo has undergone immense development in art and culture, and today it has become one of the leading art platforms not only in Europe but in the entire world.
The city has excellent infrastructure, and the authorities support the artists to a large extent. Art galleries like the National Gallery, Gallery Fineart etc. have almost become important landmarks of the city.
Many galleries organise exhibitions, conferences, lectures etc. are listed on the exhibition page of this website. Check out the most interesting galleries and explore art at its best.
The National Gallery (Nasjonalgalleriet) is a part of the National Museum, has moved to a new building and is open to the public since June 2022. The gallery holds paintings, sculptures and fine artworks of some of the most celebrated artists from the world, such as Julius Middelthun, Johan Christian Claussen Dahl, Erik Werenskiold, Lucas Cranach the Elder, Christian Krohg, Edvard Munch and many more.
Address: Brynjulf Bulls plass 3, 0250 Oslo, Norway.
The Magic Ice is a place that will transform you into a frozen magical land which is made up of frost. The whole permanent exhibition is made up of crystal-clear ice. It includes ice sculptures with coloured LED lighting made by many renowned artists worldwide. This place is near the Grand Hotel and Hotel Bristol in central Oslo. Magic Ice also features ice bar and a souvenir store that sells products related to the Magic Ice exhibition.
Address: Kristian IV’s Gate 12, 0164 Oslo, Norway.
The Galleri Fineart (Galleri Fineart) lies between the Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen and covers a huge area of around 2000 sq.metre. The gallery is home to about 11,000 art pieces which are created by thousands of artists from different parts of the world. The gallery showcases art forms like photography, graphics, works in oil and acrylic, jewellery, crafts, design articles, sculptures, books, etc. and many more.
Address: Galleri Fineart Filipstad Brygge 0252 Oslo, Norway.
One of the most interesting art galleries in Oslo, Format, was founded in the year 1991. The gallery focuses on promoting contemporary Norwegian crafts and designs internationally. The gallery organises various exhibitions and events related to art on a regular basis.
Address: Rådhusgata 24, 0151 Oslo, Norway.
The Kunstnernes Hus is an art gallery owned by the independent foundation Stiftelsen Kunstnernes Hus. The architecture of the building is a classic example of a transition from neoclassical architecture to 20th-century functionalism. The gallery organises numerous art shows, talks, tours, films, concerts and seminars throughout the year.
Address: Wergelandsveien 17 N-0167 Oslo, Norway.
The history of the Albin Upp Gallery (Galleri Albin Upp) dates back to the early nineteenth century; it was just a farmer's home. The gallery comprises Norwegian art in various forms like paintings, ceramics, sculptures, textiles, etc. This gallery also sports a cafe where you can relish tapas, snacks and wines.
Address: Briskebyveien 42, 0259 Oslo, Norway.
Gallery Semmingsen is an art gallery founded in 1999 and run by Astrid Hilde Semmingsen. Located in the heart of the art district Tjuvholmen, the gallery showcases art forms like paintings, photography, sculpture and graphics created by tallented and upcoming artists.
Address: Niels Juels gate 50, 0256 Oslo, Norway.