Oslo - City Hall Rådhus

A little way south of the National Theater in Oslo, on Fridtjof Nansensplass, stands the monumental Town Hall (Rådhus; 1931-50), one of the city's great landmarks. This massive four-square building, built of concrete faced with brick, was designed by Arnstein Arneberg and Magnus Poulson. It has two towers; in the one to the east is a carillon of 38 bells.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Munch Museum

City Hall

Aker Brygge

National Museum of Contemporary Art

Norwegian National Gallery

Oslo Historical Museum

Royal Palace

The facade is decorated with sculpture and reliefs. The interior has rich fresco decoration by Henrik Sørensen, Per Krohg, Edvard Munch and other artists.

Behind the Town Hall is the landing-stage from which boats leave for Bygdøy and various islands in the fjord and also for cruises.

Address: Oslo City Hall, Oslo , Norway

Hours:

9am-3:30pm; Sun: 12pm-3pm

Tips: Tours are at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Guides: Guided tour included with admission.