Limousine Rental in Oslo

Oslo Airport is a main international air hub that serves the capital of Norway. The airport is the second in the passenger traffic among Scandinavian airports. Oslo Airport annually services about 28 million passengers. The airport is located in the city of Gardermoen, 35 km from the capital. On the airfield, there are two air-strips, one of which is used for maintaining heavy wide-body equipment. OSL serves as a base for the Royal Air Force of the country.

In the 50s of the last century, there was the military airfield of the Norwegian army in the territory where the airport is located now. Then, the airfield served as a military, as well as civil, airport for charters to Fornebu Airport. The new airport was opened here in 1998. Besides the passenger terminal, there is a VIP terminal here that services the members of the Royal family, cabinet members, and foreign governmental delegations. There is also a cargo terminal.

The railway links the airport with the city. Most of the passengers arriving at the airport catch Express Flytoget trains. The railway links OSL (the railway station is located below the passenger terminal) with Oslo Central Station. Near the airport, there are several European and national highways: E6, E16, #35, 174, 120. From the airport, buses run not only to Oslo, but also to other cities and ski resorts. The airport offers taxi services. Read all...

Government House is one of the main symbols of Oslo. The building was built in 1958. It is characterized by severe and stately look; Government House has full right to be called a model of high style. Among the cultural institutions of the city visitors are recommended to visit a popular Viking Ship Museum, which is located on Bygdoy Peninsula. The museum exhibits a unique collection of historic ships that have been made by the Vikings centuries ago. Oseberg Viking Ship is considered the oldest exhibit of the museum - it was built in the 9th century. The National Gallery has a rich collection of paintings by Norwegian painters. Among the items of the priceless collection of art you will see the works of Matisse and Cezanne. A part of the exhibition is occupied by a collection of sculptures of the end of the 19th century.

The guests of the city should definitely not forget to visit the Royal Castle, which was built in the middle of the 19th century. Many people say that it has much similar with White House, and some compare it to an old mansion of nobles. The magnificent monument is surrounded by century-old gardens. The main street of the city is called Karl Johans Gate. While walking through it you will see several important places of attraction of the city. On this street are located National Theatre and the building of Parliament, as well as popular restaurants, luxury shops and art studios.
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