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 international sounds at Cosmopolite 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
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1. Oslo Mekaniske Verksted - Bars
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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
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2. Ruinen - Bars
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
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3. Oslo Mikrobryggeri - Bars
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
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4. The Scotsman - Bars
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
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5. The Dubliner - Bars
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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
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6. Sikamikanico - Clubs
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
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7. Cosmopolite - Clubs
Show moreThis lively international club plays music from all over the world, from Lapland to Africa. A young crowd in their 20s and early 30s flocks here to hear folk music, tango from Argentina, jazz, funk, or whatever. Latin American salsa is often featured, and there's a big dance floor. The club is run by Miloud Guiderk, a North African who truly appreciates the music of the world. Open nightly 8pm to 3am.
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Cover NOK50 ($10/£5)
Address
Møllergata 26, Oslo, Norway
Telephone
22-11-33-08
Website
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8. Blå - Clubs
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
Transport
Tram to Hausmanns gate
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9. Muddy Waters - Clubs
Show moreIf you long for blues music, make your way to this club, with its two fully equipped stages. At least one live band plays almost every night, often with big names, both local and international. This is not necessarily a club for youngsters, as a slightly older crowd (at least those over 30) flocks here. Beer costs NOK55 ($11/£5.50). Open daily 2pm to 3am.
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Cover Fri-Sat usually NOK90 ($18/£9)
Address
Grensen 13, Oslo, Norway
Telephone
22-40-33-70
Website
Entertainment
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10. Oslo Concert Hall - Entertainment
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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
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11. Herr Nilsen Jazz Club - Entertainment
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
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12. Oslo Spektrum - Entertainment
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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
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13. Norwegian National Opera - Entertainment
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
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14. Rockefeller/John Dee - Entertainment
Show moreWith a capacity of 1,200 spectators, this concert hall and club is one of the largest establishments of its kind in Oslo. It's one floor above street level in a 1910 building, formerly a public bath. Live concerts feature everything from reggae to rock to jazz. When no concert is scheduled, films are shown on a wide screen. Simple foods, such as pasta and sandwiches, are available in the cafe. Most of the crowd is in the 18-to-40 age bracket.
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Tickets NOK100-NOK600 ($20-$120/£10-£60), depending on act
Address
Torggata 16, Oslo, Norway
Telephone
22-20-32-32
Website
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15. Last Train - Entertainment
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
