Oslo, Norway
Oscarshall

Spend the day like royalty at this magnificent castle.

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As per the orders of King Oscar I, Oscarshall was completed in 1852. This royal summer palace now functions as a museum, and follows the neo-Gothic architectural style. The moment your eyes meet this monument, you will feel like you have been transported into a fairy tale. With a fountain and garden serving as the welcoming committee, this pristine white castle is easy on the eyes. Not only is this a site of beauty, but it is of cultural importance too, as it serves as an icon of the National Romantic style, which was highly popular in Norway during the time it was built. The interior is just as regal as the exterior, starting with the piercing royal blue of the Vestibule, adorned with bronze lamps and wood paneling. Step into the Drawing Room, where you can see decadent furniture and walls covered in red velvet, and of course the Dining Room, covered in paintings representing Norwegian culture. Taking a step inside will make you feel as if you were in a Disney princess movie.


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Tips Before You Go
If you want to see the inside of the palace, try to visit in the summer time as it is open to the public only during this period of time. Do take note that you will need to be part of a tour group however, or else you will be turned away. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to take photos inside, so try your best to absorb as much as you can with your eyes. Visitors who don’t follow the rules may find themselves thrown out by the guards.
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Oscarshall, Oslo, Norway