St. Olav's Cathedral, Oslo

Name: St. Olav's Cathedral
Address: Akersveien 1, Oslo, 0177, Norway
Telephone: +47 22 98 21 65

#106 among attractions in Oslo

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

Gallery (2)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

St. Olav's Cathedral is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oslo and the parish church of St. Olav's parish in Oslo, Norway. The cathedral has church services and masses in Norwegian and several other languages, including English and Polish. ()

Local name: Sankt Olav domkirke Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 59°55'6"N, 10°44'39"E

Address

Akersveien 1St Hanshaugen (Hammersborg)Oslo 0177 Norway

Contact

+47 22 98 21 65

Website

Social media

Facebook

Oslo

Day trips

St. Olav's Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cemetery of Our Saviour, National Gallery, Trefoldighetskirken, Galleri Rom.

~1130 ftN
Henrik Ibsen, Cemetery
Cemetery of Our Saviour, Oslo
6 min walk • The Cemetery of Our Saviour, known as Vår Frelsers gravlund in Norwegian, is a serene and historic burial ground located in Oslo, Norway. Established in 1808 in response to the great famine and cholera epidemic, the cemetery has become a peaceful haven in the heart of...
~1460 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
National Gallery, Oslo
8 min walk • The National Gallery, nestled in the heart of Oslo, Norway, is a premier institution showcasing the rich tapestry of Norwegian art and culture. Renowned for housing the country's most extensive collection of traditional and modern art, the gallery is a beacon for art...
~650 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Trefoldighetskirken, Oslo
4 min walk • Trefoldighetskirken, or the Holy Trinity Church, is a prominent landmark in the heart of Oslo, Norway. This Lutheran church, completed in 1858, is a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. Designed by the renowned architect Alexis de...
~1460 ftE
Museum, Modern art museum
Galleri Rom, Oslo
8 min walk • Galleri Rom is an architectural gallery in Oslo, Norway. The "room" for art and architecture is an independent center operated by private owners with support from the Royal Norwegian Ministry of Culture, and is located at Maridalsveien 3.
~1710 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Blå, Oslo
9 min walk • Blå is a jazz club in Grünerløkka, Oslo, Norway. Blå opened on February 28, 1998; the initiators were Kjell Einar Karlsen and Martin Revheim. It is located in factory building close to Akerselva, a river running through downtown. Darwin Porter of Frommer's describes the club as "the leading jazz club to Oslo.
~1700 ftS
Theater
Christiania Norwegian Theatre, Oslo
9 min walk • Christiania Norwegian Theatre was founded in 1852 under the name of Norwegian Dramatic School, and later renamed Christiania Norwegian Theatre.
~1530 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Det Norske Teatret, Oslo
8 min walk • Det Norske Teatret is a theatre in Oslo. The theatre was founded in 1912, after an initiative from Hulda Garborg and Edvard Drabløs. It opened in 1913, touring with two plays, Ervingen by Ivar Aasen and Rationelt Fjøsstell by Hulda Garborg.
~1480 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo
8 min walk • The National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design, also known as the National Museum, in Oslo is a Norwegian state-owned museum.
~1180 ftSE
Church
St Edmund's Church, Oslo
6 min walk • St. Edmund's Church is a small church in Møllergata in Oslo, Norway. It was built in 1883–84, and is home to the Norwegian congregation of the Church of England. The church was consecrated by the Bishop of Fulham on 27 July 1884.
~1540 ftSE
Square
Youngstorget, Oslo
8 min walk • Youngstorget is a square and public space located in downtown Oslo. It lies at the junction of the streets Storgata and Møllergata and alongside Torggata. Constructed in 1846, it has become a symbol of political power in Norway.
~1000 ftS
Square
Johan Nygaardsvolds plass, Oslo
5 min walk • Johan Nygaardsvolds plass is a town square in Oslo, Norway. It is located between the offices of the Ministry of Finance, Høyblokka, and Y Block in Regjeringskvartalet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Olav's Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Oslo reptilpark, Oslo (2 min walk), Norwegian Museum of Decorative Arts and Design, Oslo (2 min walk), Sehesteds plass, Oslo (3 min walk), Trefoldighetskirken, Oslo (4 min walk).

How to get to St. Olav's Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Olav's Cathedral:

Tram

Tinghuset (7 min walk)
Tullinløkka (7 min walk)

Metro

Stortinget (9 min walk)
National Theatre (12 min walk)

Train

National Theatre (16 min walk)
Oslo Central Station (16 min walk)

Bus

Oslo Bus Terminal (20 min walk)

Ferry

Rådhusbryggen • Lines: B9 (18 min walk)
Aker brygge (20 min walk)