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Practical information: Oscarshall

The following provides answers to the most frequently asked questions about visits and events at Oscarshall summer palace.

In 2025, Oscarshall and the park surrounding the summer palace will be open Thursday-Sunday from 10 May until 31 August. 

Accessibility

The Salon and Dining room on the ground floor are easily accessable, but due to historical considerations, there is no elevator in the main building. The first floor is therefore difficult to reach for the mobility-impaired.

Palace personnel will gladly assist anyone in need of help using the stairs. Folding chairs are available if needed.

Mobility-impaired persons can easily reach the terrace, from where there is a nice  view of the park. The park itself, however, is difficult due to many stairs.

Café

There is a café in the kitchen building on the grounds. It has the same opening hours as the rest of the summer palace. A ticket to Oscarshall is not required to visit the café. 

It is not allowed to bring food or drink inside the palace.

Mobile phones

Out of courtesy to the guides and other visitors, mobile phones must be turned off during the tour.

Parking

There is no parking for private cars and busses at Oscarshall. Public parking is available at the entrance to Oscarshall road and by the Bygdøy Open-Air Museum.

An exception is made for cars with parking stickers for disabled persons, for which two parking spaces are available.

Photography

Photography is permitted both inside Oscarshall and in the surrounding park.

Wedding photography is also permitted within regular opening hours and as long as it does not disturb other visitors. We kindly ask that wedding photographers report to the Gatekeeper’s Lodge upon arrival and complete a registration form there.

For more information on wedding photography

Public transport / Entrance

The public entrance is through the main gate. The address is Oscarshallveien 15 (The Oscarshall road).

Public transport to Oscarshall:

  • Bus no 30 to the stop at Bygdø Kongsgård (Bygdø Royal Farm) or Norsk Folkemuseum (the Bygdøy Open-Air Museum)
  • The Bygdøy ferry to Dronningen.

Tickets

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. During the season, tickets may also be purchased on the premises. Please find detailed information on ticket prices and opening hours in the "Facts" section.

Toilet facilities

There are public toilets in the old lodge. Wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities are available located near the cloakroom.

 

25.06.2025

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Opening Hours

Oscarshall is open to visitors during the summer season. The 2025 season will last from 10 May and until 31 August.

Opening hours during the season:
Thursday-Sunday from 11:00 until 16:00.

The doors to the summer palace are open during visitor's hours and guests are welcome to explore the rooms on the ground floor and first floor. Guides are available to answer questions.

Please note: 
Due to closed events, Oscarshall may be closed to the public at certain times during the season. These dates are announced here and on Facebook.

 

There is a café in the former kitchen building. Photo: Sven Gj. Gjeruldsen, the Royal Court
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Tickets for Oscarshall

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster from early March until the end of the season. Tickets are also available at Oscarshall during the opening hours. 

Prices:

  • Adults: 140 NOK
  • Students: 70 NOK
  • Children (6-17): 70 NOK
  • Children 0-5: free 

  • Family ticket: 350,- for two adults and up to five children
  • Private groups up to 25 persons: 3500 NOK
    For groups, please contact us at [email protected]

 

Tickets are available thorough Ticketmaster or at the old cottage at Oscarshall. Photo: Jan Haug, The Royal Court.
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