Olav Kyrres plass, Oslo

Name: Olav Kyrres plass
Address: Oslo, Norway

#285 among attractions in Oslo

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Olav Kyrres plass is a square and area in Frogner in Oslo, Norway. The area centered on the intersection between Drammensveien and Bygdøy allé. It is named for King Olav Kyrre. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°55'9"N, 10°41'41"E

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FrognerOslo Norway

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Olav Kyrres plass – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Frogner Park, Norsk Folkemuseum, Frogner stadion, Oscarshall.

0.6 miNE
Public park with a museum and sculpture
Frogner Park, Oslo
15 min walk • Frogner Park, a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Oslo, Norway, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to public art and green spaces. Known to locals as Frognerparken, the park is not only the largest in Oslo but also the most renowned, thanks to the...
1 miSW
Life in Norway from 1500 to the present
Norsk Folkemuseum, Oslo
25 min walk • The Norsk Folkemuseum, nestled in the heart of Oslo, Norway, is a window into the country's rich cultural heritage. This open-air museum, established in 1894, is one of the largest of its kind in Europe, offering visitors an immersive experience into Norwegian life...
0.8 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Frogner stadion, Oslo
20 min walk • Frogner Stadion, a historic sports venue nestled in the heart of Oslo, Norway, is a testament to the city's rich sporting heritage. Established in 1901, this multifunctional arena has been a cornerstone for local athletics and community events for over a century.
0.6 miS
Neo-Gothic palace with tours and shows
Oscarshall, Oslo
17 min walk • Oscarshall, the Neogothic jewel of Oslo, stands majestically on the peninsula of Bygdøy, overlooking the serene waters of the Oslofjord. This royal summer palace, completed in 1852, is now a public museum that showcases the splendor of Norwegian history and culture.
0.8 miSW
Palace
Bygdøy Royal Estate, Oslo
22 min walk • The Bygdøy Royal Estate, nestled in the picturesque city of Oslo, Norway, stands as a testament to royal elegance and historical significance. This regal palace, set amid lush gardens and parklands, serves as a summer residence for the Norwegian Royal Family, offering...
0.7 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Frognerbadet, Oslo
18 min walk • Frognerbadet is a pool complex in the borough of Frogner in Oslo, Norway. It was designed by architect Frode Rinnan. Located adjacent to Frognerparken, it opened in 1956, and doubles as a public bath and swimming pool and a professional swimming venue. The festival Norwegian Wood used to be hosted within its premises.
~1670 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Vigeland Museum, Oslo
9 min walk • The Vigeland Museum is a museum dedicated to Gustav Vigeland in Frogner, Oslo. It is located outside Frogner Park, which includes the Vigeland installation with sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. The museum is part of Oslo municipality's cultural department.
0.9 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Uranienborg Church, Oslo
23 min walk • Uranienborg church is a parish church in Oslo, Norway. The church is situated in the neighborhood of Uranienborg, next to Uranienborg Park behind the Royal Palace. Both the church and Uranienborg school just below were constructed in 1886.
0.4 miNE
Cultural history museum within a park
Oslo City Museum, Oslo
11 min walk • Oslo City Museum is a department of Oslo Museum in Oslo, Norway. The museum is located at Frogner Manor in Frogner Park. The museum was first founded in 1905 as the association Det gamle Christiania. Initiator and committee leader until 1912 was architect Fritz Holland.
0.4 miNE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum
Oslo Museum, Oslo
12 min walk • Oslo Museum is a museum dedicated to the history and culture of Oslo, Norway. The museum is headquartered at Frogner Manor in Frogner Park, together with two of its departments; Oslo City Museum and Theatre Museum.
0.9 miN
Cemetery, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Vestre gravlund, Oslo
23 min walk • Vestre Gravlund is a cemetery in the Frogner borough of Oslo, Norway. It is located next to the Borgen metro station. At 60 acres, it is the largest cemetery in Norway. It was inaugurated in September 1902 and also contains a crematorium and chapel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Olav Kyrres plass?

Nearby attractions include Skarpsno, Oslo (8 min walk), Vigeland Museum, Oslo (9 min walk), Elisenberg, Oslo (10 min walk), American Lutheran Congregation, Oslo (11 min walk).

How to get to Olav Kyrres plass by public transport?

The nearest stations to Olav Kyrres plass:

Tram

Nobels gate (5 min walk)
Thune (8 min walk)

Train

Skøyen (16 min walk)
Majorstuen (27 min walk)

Ferry

Kiel - Oslo - Kiel • Lines: Oslo - Kiel (21 min walk)
Dronningen • Lines: B9 (21 min walk)

Metro

Majorstuen (27 min walk)
Borgen (28 min walk)