Oslo Opera House

Opera house Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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What to expect

The Oslo Opera House is a contemporary arts complex and the home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet. The building features a unique design with a flat 'iceberg' shape and inclined, white lines, and its roof is covered with marble from Carrara, Italy, and white granite. The opera house has a large plaza that invites pedestrians to walk up and enjoy panoramic views of Oslo. The building contains 1,100 rooms, including a main auditorium that seats 1,364 and two other performance spaces. The opera house also features several art projects, including a sculpture by Monica Bonvicini and a perforated wall panel designed by Olafur Eliasson. Visitors can explore the building's public rooms and halls, and enjoy the innovative design and beautiful views of the city

Plan your family visit to the Oslo Opera House with these blog insights 👇

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Things to Do in Oslo | Visit Oslo in Winter

Things to Do in Oslo | Visit Oslo in Winter
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the opera house and walked on the rooftop for the wonderful views

Highlights: We enjoyed the views and the art installation floating in the water ✨

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Tips and good addresses for a family weekend in Oslo

Tips and good addresses for a family weekend in Oslo
This family's experience:

Activities: We walked on the roof of the opera house and enjoyed the views of the city and the Oslofjord

Highlights: We enjoyed the beautiful views and the unique architecture of the building ✨