Intercultural Museum, Oslo

Name: Intercultural Museum
Address: Tøyenbekken 5, Oslo, 0188, Norway
Telephone: +47 22 05 28 30

#209 among attractions in Oslo

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The Intercultural Museum is located at Tøyenbekken 5 in Oslo, Norway. The Intercultural Museum is a migration museum, and is primarily concerned with the collection, preservation and dissemination of Norwegian immigration history. Since 2006, the Intercultural Museum has been part of the Oslo Museum. It is situated in the district of Grønland and housed in a former police station which was built in 1900–1902 under design by architect Balthazar Lange. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°54'47"N, 10°45'48"E

Address

Tøyenbekken 5Gamle Oslo (Grønland)Oslo 0188 Norway

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+47 22 05 28 30

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Intercultural Museum open?

Intercultural Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 4 pm
Thursday 11 am - 4 pm
Friday 11 am - 4 pm
Saturday 11 am - 4 pm
Sunday 11 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Intercultural Museum?

Nearby attractions include Grønland, Oslo (2 min walk), Grønlands torg, Oslo (2 min walk), Central Jamaat-e Ahl-e Sunnat, Oslo (3 min walk), Vaterland Bridge, Oslo (5 min walk).

How to get to Intercultural Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Intercultural Museum:

Metro

Grønland (3 min walk)
Jernbanetorget (11 min walk)

Bus

Oslo Bus Terminal (6 min walk)

Tram

Nybrua (9 min walk)
Heimdalsgata (10 min walk)

Train

Oslo Central Station (10 min walk)
Tøyen (21 min walk)

Ferry

Munch Bjørvika • Lines: B9 (16 min walk)
Salt brygge • Lines: B9 (19 min walk)