Welcome to the Norwegian Maritime Museum
Explore and learn about Norway as one of the world’s leading maritime nations! A number of exciting things are now going on in the museum. We will be celebrating our centennial in 2014 and the work on upgrading exhibitions and an extended service to the public is well underway.
In the museum shop you will find an array of maritime souvenirs and gifts. We have a pleasant cafe and during the summer months outdoor serving is also available on the Fjord Terrace.
Opening Hours
1 September – 14 May:
Tuesday – Friday: 10 am - 3 pm (closed on Mondays)
Saturday – Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
15 May – 31 August: 10 am – 6 pm daily
Closed 24, 25, 31 December, 1 January and 17 May
Admission
Adults: NOK 60
Children aged 6-16: NOK 30
Children under 6: Free
Student/seniors: NOK 35
Family ticket: NOK 150
Groups (min 15 pers): NOK 35
Address
Bygdøynesveien 37, NO-0286 Oslo, Norway
Telephone
(+47) 24 11 41 50
How to get to the Museum
Buss No. 30 from Oslo city centre. Ferry No. 91 from the City Hall quay (Rådhuskaia) (April-October). For travel information, please see www.trafikanten.no. Parking is available at the museum (parking fees apply).
‘The Ship’ Exhibition
This exhibition portrays how ship building has developed through thousands of years; the construction materials that have been used, ways of propulsion and cargo handling. Time spans from Norway’s oldest known boat (2200 years old) to the highly advanced maritime technology of today.
The Supervideograph
For 20 minutes you can experience a spectacular and educational journey along the Norwegian coastline in an impressive panorama format. Normally shown at half hourly intervals.
Exhibitions
The deck of the masted ship, galleys and cabins – and an insight into the all important work of the marine archaeologists and the treasures they found in the sea; among others intriguing objects from the slave ship 'Fredensborg'.
A range of topics will be exhibited in the hall for temporary exhibitions. These will be shown for limited periods.
The Boat Lab
In the Boat Lab we reconstruct archaeological findings and work on documenting the traditions of Norwegian ship building.
The Gram Collection: Shipping in the Norwegian Visual Arts
The coastal landscape and sea life have been the main source of motivation for many of the most renowned Norwegian artists.
Events and Family Sundays
Children can build boats and join the pirate hunt, etc., on selected Sundays. For details and the programme, please see www.marmuseum.no.
Miscellaneous
For school visits, the library and venue hire, please see www.marmuseum.no.
