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Norway's National Theatre is an arena for drama, classic and innovative theatre, grand celebrations and bitter infighting.Hovedscenen, the magnificent main stage, was built in 1899, the same year as the theatre. Originally, the main stage had 1,268 seats, but after various modifications, the figure has now been reduced to 741. - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/product/?TLp=183361#sthash.8b5CCBi3.dpuf

Inaugurated in 1950, Oslo City Hall is the city's administrative body and the seat of the City Council. The building has been decorated by great Norwegian art from 1900-1950, with motifs from Norwegian history, culture and working life.Carillon concerts on the first Wednesday of every month at 1 pm.Pre-booked tours for groups of up to 30 persons are available all year. Bookings: postmottak@rft.oslo.kommune.no or tel. (+47) 23 46 12 00.Norwegian name: Oslo rådhus

The Parliament building, seat of the Norwegian National Assembly since 1866. Guided tours of the Parliament buildingSummer: Weekdays at 10 am (Norwegian), 11.30 am (English) and 1 pm (Norwegian). Spring and autumn: Saturdays at 10 am (English), 11.30 am (Norwegian) and 1 pm (English).Meeting point at the Akersgata entrance (the back of the building) 15 minutes before the tour starts. Bookings not necessary.Group toursGuided tours for groups are available on weekdays between October and June upon request. Bookings should be made well ahead of time. - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=13447&Stortinget--The-Parliament#sthash.t9NVBxRw.dpuf

Astrup Fearnley Museum is home to the Astrup Fearnley Collection, a collection of modern and contemporary art counted among the most significant of its kind in Northern Europe. It focuses on acquiring individual, ground-breaking works. Young American artists used to dominate, but significant voices from Europe, Brazil, Japan, China, and India are now included. The museum complements works from the permanent collection by rotating exhibitions with internationally renowned artists. The museum building from 2012 is designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano, known for masterpieces like Centre Georges Pompidou, Parco della Musica, and The New York Times Building. It is made up of three pavilions that reside under one distinctive glass roof, which is shaped like a sail. The building nods to its maritime surroundings in other ways as well: cable rigged steel columns mirror the masts of the sailboats in the harbour close by, while the building's silver grey cladding bears witness to seaside weather exposure. - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=183910&Astrup-Fearnley-Museet#sthash.KpwIs1F1.dpuf

Oslo's Opera House is located right at the harbour, with an angled, white exterior that appears to rise from the water. It invites its visitors to climb its roof and enjoy panoramic views of Oslo and the fjord, all year round. Large-scale windows at street level provide the public with glimpses of rehearsals and workshop activities. The building's interior is mainly oak, and the main hall is shaped like a horseshoe, reminiscent of classical theatres of the past. The opera is designed by the Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, and has received several prestigious awards. The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet offers a rich and varied programme from three stages: The Main House (1369 seats), Second House (400 seats) and the Studio (200 seats). The Opera Roof and Foyer are also used for concerts. Norwegian name: Den Norske Opera & Ballett - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=236264&The-Norwegian-National-Opera--Ballet#sthash.qJln9snJ.dpuf

Tjuvholmen serves as a window to European contemporary architecture. This new neighbourhood is characterized by an intriguing architectural diversity and exceptional outdoor areas, all brought together by the master plan of one of Norway's most acclaimed architects, Niels Torp. Among Norwegian architects who have contributed to the project are Kristin Jarmund, MAD, Kari Nissen Brodtkorb, Jensen & Skodvin og Lund Hagem. International contributors include Danish Schmidt Hammer Lassen, Finnish Gullichsen Vormala, and Italian superstar Renzo Piano, who is behind the new Astrup Fearnley museum. - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=554819&Tjuvholmen#sthash.NeEH0aFg.dpuf

The royal residence at the top of Karl Johans gate. Built 1824-48, open to the public in the summer (tickets must be ordered in advance).The Palace Park contains statues, small lakes and is a popular recreation area. Changing of the guards every day at 1.30 pm. Service in the Palace Chapel on Sundays at 11 am. Guided tours of the Royal Palace during the summerIn English: Monday-Thursday and Saturday: 12 noon, 2 pm and 2.20 pm Friday and Sunday: 2 pm, 2.20 pm and 4 pm In Norwegian:Monday-Thursday and Saturday: 11 am-5 pm (every 20 minutes) Friday and Sunday: 1 pm-5 pm (every 20 minutes) Norwegian name: Det kongelige slott (or simply Slottet) - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=181645&The-Royal-Palace#sthash.QsQLePig.dpuf

The Nobel Peace Center consists of an exciting combination of changing and permanent exhibitions. The Center seeks to promote popular interest in issues relating to war, peace and conflict resolution - in Norway as well as abroad. The Peace Prize laureates are all presented on digital screens in the Nobel Field, a garden of 1000 fibre-optic lights. Don't miss the magical book about Alfred Nobel's life and work, the Electronic Wall Papers and the film room The Eye. The children's activity "Fred and Toca Loca" is suitable for children accompanied by adults, and takes approx. 30 minutes to complete. Scheduled events include lectures and open meetings, seminars and discussions, and a wide range of cultural and artistic activities. On the first floor is the museum shop with exciting and original design products. Free entry in 2014: 27 April, 27 June, 16-17 August, 12 September (free from 6-11 pm), 11 October, 12-30 December. Closed in 2014: 1 and 28 January, 17 May, 10 December from 10.00-12.30 and 14.30-18.00, 11 December, 24 -25 December, 31 December. - See more at: http://www.visitoslo.com/en/activities-and-attractions/attractions/?TLp=181849&Nobel-Peace-Center#sthash.MxbQoEgW.dpuf