Nightlife in Oslo
Oslo's lively nightlife clusters around the city centre. Relaxed, low-key bars include the Oslo Mekaniske Verksted. Enjoy live music, from jazz at Herr Nilsen Jazz Club to rock at Smuget and classical at the Norwegian National Opera. All venues are subject to the same licensing hours, with alcohol not available after 2am, and most venues closing by 3am.
Bars
Expand all1. The Scotsman - Huge central pub
Show moreThe Scotsman offers several floors of entertainment in one often chaotic venue. The main focus is the British-style pub (which also hosts regular live music). Drinkers move on to the steakhouse for food or the disco for late-night dancing.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
17, Karl Johans gate, Oslo 0159
Telephone
+47 22 47 44 77
2. Oslo Mekaniske Verksted - Old workshop bar
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Located behind Det Åpne Teater, Oslo Mekaniske Verksted is a former smithy and workshop complex, as the name suggests. Relaxed and informal, the stone-built bar has a cosy interior, and an outdoor area for warmer evenings.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
34, Tøyenbekken, Oslo 0188
Telephone
+47 45 23 75 34
3. Oslo Mikrobryggeri - Original brew pub
Show moreA perfect antidote to the standard lagers served elsewhere, Oslo Mikrobryggeri brews a range of speciality beers on the premises, from pilsners to ales and stout. A snack menu is also available in this traditional bar to the north of the city centre.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
6, Bogstadveien, Oslo 0355
Telephone
+47 22 56 97 76
4. Ruinen - Quirky old town bar
Show moreRuinen in east Oslo's old town is a great place to experience a typical Norwegian night out. The pool table is popular with locals and there is regular live music at this lively bar. Take your drink outdoors in summer.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, St Halvards Plass, Oslo 0192
Telephone
+47 22 57 02 55
5. The Dubliner - Irish theme bar
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The Dubliner may not be a truly genuine Irish experience, but it is a lively city-centre alternative to Oslo's mainstream bars. With regular live music and Irish pub food, it is popular with expats and visitors of all ages.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
28, Rådhusgata, Oslo 0151
Telephone
+47 22 33 70 05
Clubs
Expand all6. Living Room - Modern house and techno
Show moreA small city-centre club, the Living Room is a relaxed place with an intimate atmosphere and modern decor. Resident DJs play house, club and techno, with special party themes on different days of the week.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Olav Vs gate, Oslo 0161
Telephone
+47 40 00 33 60
7. Chateau - Grown-up style
Show more Chateau is a laid-back piano bar and disco, playing predominantly mainstream chart music. It appeals to a more mature crowd than many city centre nightclubs and is housed in Monalisahuset, which also has two restaurants, a café and a bar.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
10, Grensen, Oslo 0159
Telephone
+47 22 34 02 30
8. Sikamikanico - Eclectic, fun club
Show moreA café by day, and popular club by night, Sikamikanico draws a different crowd each evening for its hip-hop, jazz, drum & bass and progressive house parties. Locals flock here at weekends for its casual vibe and eclectic music.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Møllergata, Oslo 0155
Telephone
+47 22 41 44 09
9. Blå - DJs and live music
Show moreBlå ('blue'), beside the river in Grünerløkka, is an Oslo institution. Famous for hosting live jazz and hip-hop as well as some of the city's best DJ nights, the line-up varies constantly but is of a consistent high quality.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Brenneriveien 9c, Oslo 0182
Telephone
+47 (0) 982 56 386
Entertainment
Expand all10. Oslo Spektrum - International music stars
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Norway's biggest entertainment venue, with space for 8,000, Oslo Spektrum stages concerts by major worldwide stars, from Bruce Springsteen to Kylie Minogue. Located in the city centre close to the main railway station, it's well worth checking to see who is appearing.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Sonja Henies Plass, Oslo 0185
Telephone
+47 22 05 29 00
11. Norwegian National Opera - Classical culture
Show moreThe central Norwegian National Opera, or Den Norske Opera, hosts concerts and ballet as well as opera. The programme ranges from classics like Puccini to contemporary Scandinavian works, performed by Norwegian and international troupes.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Kirsten Flagstads plass, Oslo 0150
Telephone
+47 21 42 21 00
12. Oslo Concert Hall - Leading music venue
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Home to the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra, the city-centre Oslo Concert Hall (Konserthus), is one of the city's main venues for international orchestras, jazz, and major Scandinavian rock and pop bands.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
14, Munkedamsveien, Oslo 0250
Telephone
+47 23 11 31 00
13. Last Train - Rock'n'roll gigs
Show moreThe almost legendary Last Train rock club has hosted live gigs by some of Scandinavia's favourite bands since the mid-1980s. Enjoy a noisy evening at the small, no-fuss, rock'n'roll bar on Karl Johans gate in the city centre.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
45, Karl Johans gate , Oslo 0162
Telephone
+47 22 41 52 93
14. Smuget - Up-and-coming bands
Show moreLive music fans flock to Smuget in the city centre to see up-and-coming and established Norwegian bands, playing predominantly rock and indie music. There are two stages, a disco, and even a restaurant with dinner cabaret show.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
22, Rosenkrantz gate, Oslo 0160
Telephone
+47 22 42 52 62
15. Herr Nilsen Jazz Club - Scandinavian jazz masters
Show moreNorway specialises in top-rate jazz, and Herr Nilsen Jazz Club in central Oslo is a great place to hear Scandinavian musicians play in a relaxed, pub-style space. Drop by on Sunday night to witness big-name jam sessions.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
5, CJ Hambros Plass, Oslo 0164
Telephone
+47 22 33 54 05
