Photo by Alan Williams Photography
Art Tours Norway: Discover the Nordic Art revolution
Forget what you think you know about Norway. This 7-day Norway cultural tour reveals a nation that's been quietly revolutionizing the art world – from Munch's emotional expressionism to the world's most progressive street art. Your Southern Norway art tour connects three of the biggest Norwegian cities forming a unique cultural triangle: Oslo's world-class museums, Kristiansand's TIME-acclaimed Kunstsilo, and Stavanger's legendary NuArt street art scene.
This Norway art triangle tour isn't your typical museum shuffle. You'll experience the Kunstsilo museum tour (named one of TIME's Greatest Places 2024), explore Europe's street art capital Stavanger with a Norway street art tour, and discover why The New York Times put Kristiansand on their must-visit list. Our cultural heritage tour in Norway balances iconic masterpieces with cutting-edge contemporary art, all while traveling comfortably by train through stunning Norwegian landscapes.
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7 day itinerary
Welcome to Norway's cultural capital
Welcome to Norway's Cultural Capital Touch down in Oslo and check into your perfectly positioned hotel – right where the art action happens. Need help navigating from the airport? Our travel guide has you covered.
Your Oslo Pass is your golden ticket to the city's artistic treasures. Free public transport? Check. Free entry to world-class museums? Double check. This is how you do Norway museum tours without the hassle. Dive into our Oslo Pass guide for the full scoop on where to flex this cultural superpower.
Want to add some Nordic magic? Upgrade with an evening fjord cruise at checkout. Picture this: classic wooden boat, Oslo's skyline glowing in the midnight sun, and all-you-can-eat Norwegian shrimp. Not bad for day one of your independent Norway art tour.
Accommodation
1 night in Oslo
Art, beer, and Michelin stars
Today Oslo is your artistic playground. With that Oslo Pass still burning a hole in your pocket, hit the MUNCH museum, National Museum, and Astrup Fearnley – the holy trinity of Norwegian art. Our Oslo Pass guide reveals the insider route through these cultural vacation packages Norway must-sees.
Feeling thirsty? Add our beer tasting experience and discover how Vikings would've rated today's craft brews at Ølakademiet. Or go full Nordic luxury with dinner at Michelin-starred Kontrast (two stars plus a Green Star for sustainability) or the legendary Statholdergaarden, where Norway's first Bocuse d'Or winner works his magic. Did we mention that there normally is a limited access and waitlist to dine here? We got you in!
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Accommodation
1 night in Oslo
Travel with Sørtoget. Photo by Bob Engelsen.
Maybe take a stroll along the waterfront. Photo by Lars Finborud.
Explore Fiskebrygga along the water to get a feel of the southern coast. Photo by Lars Finborud
Travel south to the rising star
Board the Sørlandsbanen train for a scenic journey south – this is how Norwegians travel when they want to actually see their country. Your Oslo Kristiansand Stavanger tour continues as stunning landscapes roll by your window.
Check into your Kristiansand hotel and hit the streets. The harbor promenade calls for an evening stroll, Fiskebrygga tempts with fresh seafood, and Posebyen's wooden houses (Northern Europe's largest collection!) make for perfect photo ops. This city just made The New York Times' must-visit list – you're ahead of the curve.
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Included Transport
Train Oslo - Kristiansand
Accommodation
1 night in Kristiansand
Photo by Alan Williams Photography.
Photo by Fredrik Ahlsen | Visit Norway
Inside the renowned Kunstsilo. Photo by Iselinn Andersn | Visit Sørlandet
The silo that shook the art world
Today's star: the Kunstsilo museum tour. This isn't just another gallery – it's a grain silo transformed into TIME Magazine's "World's Greatest Place" housing the planet's largest Nordic modernist art collection. Digital installations, rotating exhibitions, concerts, culinary experiences – Kunstsilo does it all.
Your ticket includes a 45-minute guided tour with experts who'll decode the artistic movements and stories behind the works.
Please note: Guided tours in English are only available during the high season, from June 23 to August 31 at 3 PM. Outside this period, admission includes access to the museum only, without a guided tour.
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Accommodation
1 night in Kristiansand
Travel with Sørtoget along the Sørlandsbanen. Photo by Bob Engelsen.
The harbor in Stavanger. Photo by Bob Engelsen.
Taste Norwegian cuisine at its finest at RE-NAA. Photo by Henriette Heimdal.
Travel west to street art central
Another scenic Sørlandsbanen journey delivers you to Stavanger, where world-class gastronomy meets boundary-pushing street art. Your centrally located hotel puts you steps from everything that matters.
Craving culinary excellence? Add dinner at Michelin-starred RE-NAA where Chef Sven Erik Renaa transforms Norwegian fjords, forests, and mountains into edible art. This is how you do a cultural heritage tour Norway with serious style and massive bragging rights!
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Included Transport
Train Kristiansand - Stavanger
Accommodation
1 night in Stavanger
Explore the charming old town with 173 white wooden houses from the 17th and 18th century. Photo by Paul Smit.
Enjoy a guided mural walking tour. Photo by Ruben Soltvedt.
Photo by Henriette Heimdal.
From historic streets to urban art
From Medieval Charm to Urban Edge Morning calls for wandering Gamle Stavanger's 17th-century wooden streets – Instagram gold in every white-painted corner. Then shift gears completely with your Norway street art tour courtesy of NuArt.
Your expert guide reveals how Stavanger became street art's global capital, uncovering hidden murals and sharing artist stories that'll change how you see graffiti forever. This is the real deal – the festival that put Norway on the international street art map.
Haven't tried RE-NAA yet? Tonight's your last chance to add this Michelin experience. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Accommodation
1 night in Stavanger
Cruise on the Lysefjord and see Preikestolen. Photo by Bob Engelsen.
Feel the mist from Hengjane falls. Photo by Morten Aakre.
Photo by Bob Engelsen.
Last call for adventure
Departure day doesn't mean game over. Add the silent Lysefjord cruise to witness Preikestolen's 604-meter cliff face and feel Hengjane Falls' mist on your face.
Choose between the cozy indoor cabin or the sundeck – either way, this southernmost Norwegian fjord delivers the perfect finale to your Norway cultural vacation package.
Included Meals
Breakfast*
Whats included in this trip
- Enjoy accommodation in Oslo, Kristiansand and Stavanger. Most hotel options include breakfast buffet*
- Train journey with Sørlandsbanen from Oslo to Kristiansand, and from Kristiansand to Stavanger.
- 48-hour Oslo Pass, which includes free public transport and complimentary entry to top museums and attractions in Oslo.
- Entry to the Kunstsilo in Kristiansand, including a 45-minute guided tour.
- Guided tour of Stavanger’s vibrant street art scene, featuring iconic NuArt creations.
- You’ll have access to a dedicated support line, staffed from 08:00 to 21:00, for assistance if you're stuck or need help during your trip.
* Please note that some rooms do not include breakfast, allowing you to explore local options.
FAQS
Here you´ll find answers to some of the most common questions we get asked.
At the time of booking, a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total price is required. This deposit is refundable only if we are unable to confirm your booking. Full payment is due 65 days before departure for tours including a cruise with Hurtigruten or Havila Voyages, and 45 days before departure for all other tours. If you book within 65 or 45 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking.
A Fjord Travel Norway tour is the perfect way to explore the very best of Norway at your own pace. Our self-guided tours combine scenic public transport—such as buses, boats, and trains—with carefully selected accommodations and unique experiences.
Each itinerary is thoughtfully crafted for convenience, but also offers the flexibility to personalize your journey. You can easily add activities or upgrade your accommodations to suit your preferences when booking. With everything you need organized in one seamless itinerary, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy an unforgettable Norwegian adventure.
Oslo Airport (OSL), also known as Gardermoen Airport, is located approximately 50 kilometers (about 31 miles) from Oslo's city center.
The journey from the airport to the heart of Oslo can be covered by various modes of transportation. The Airport Express Train (Flytoget) and local train offers the quickest option. Several bus and taxi services also operate between Oslo Airport and the city center.
This depends on the city you're traveling to.
Oslo: Train, Flytoget, taxi, or airport bus.
Bergen: Airport bus, Bybanen (light rail), or taxi.
This depends on the city you're in, as there are different transport providers. Below are links to apps you can download to help with routes and tickets:
National: En-tur
Oslo: Ruter
Bergen: Skyss
Trondheim: AtB
Tromsø: Troms Billett App
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You will receive access to all tour information and travel documents in My Page, once full payment is made. The Tickets section in My Page includes the suppliers' reference numbers, and additional PDF tickets (where applicable). Segments that include a separate PDF ticket are marked with 3 vertical dots, click to download. It is not necessary to print anything, you can show the tickets via your smartphone. We also recommend to check My Page for any updates and changes to your itinerary.
To check prices and availability, click the 'Book Now!' button or open the order details card in the bottom right corner. Here, you can enter the number of travelers, how many rooms you need and select your preferred travel dates. Note that prices may vary daily due to dynamic pricing from our partners.
For a more customized experience, you may add excursions or activities, choose your preferred hotel and select your room or cabin type at checkout.
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