Tjuvholmen is a small island in the centre of Oslo connected by two bridges to the Aker Brygge district, 200 metres away.
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When walking around Aker Brygge, be sure to walk to the very end, where Tjuvholmen is located. There are several interesting things to see here.
Take a dip in the sea
Yes, there are beaches by the sea in Oslo too. The two closest to the centre are two small beaches on the island of Tjuvholmen.
Here you'll find an artificial sandy beach with swimming in a quiet cove or a man-made wooden pier with access to the water via steps.
There is even a shower with clean water.
Astrup Fearnley Museum
The landmark of Tjuvholmen is the beautiful modern building that houses the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art.
The private museum is one of the most visited of its kind in Scandinavia. The museum is housed in a beautiful building designed by architect Renzo Piano.
Astrup Fearnley Museet usually exhibits 6-7 temporary exhibitions of various contemporary artists per year so.
Current exhibitions and other information can be found on the museum's official website: afmuseet.no.
Admission and opening hours
Astrup Fearnley Museum is open daily from 11:00-17:00.
Opening hours may vary on some public holidays, see the official website: afmuseet.no/en/opening-hours.
Ticket prices are as follows:
- 160 nok - Adults
- 100 nok - seniors and adults
A few works of art are also always on display on the small grassy patch in front of the museum. These works can be viewed for free.
Accommodation on the island
The island of Tjuvholmen is an ideal combination of quiet and easily accessible location close to the centre.
Right on the island you will stay in a luxury hotel The Thief *****.
For cheaper accommodation, Hotel Filip **** is about 800 metres from the island.
How to get there
The island of Tjuvholmen is ideally reached via the Aker Brygge promenade on foot from the centre. You can also use public transport.
- Buses - Tjuvholmen bus stop about 300 metres away (lines 21, 42)
- Tram - Aker Brygge stop approx. 600 metres (line 12)
- Metro - Nationaltheatret station approx. 1 200 metres (lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
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