The Norwegian Maritime Museum, known in Norwegian as Norsk Maritimt Museum, is Norway's national museum of the sea. It sits at Bygdøynesveien 37 in Oslo, on the Bygdøy peninsula, a short distance from the city centre and a setting that suits a visit tied to the water.
What you will see
The museum tells the story of Norway's long relationship with the sea and of the maritime heritage that shaped its coastal communities. Its collection includes ship models and a range of maritime artifacts, and its exhibitions explore how the sea has influenced work, travel and everyday life across the country.
For visitors with an interest in boats, navigation or coastal history, the displays offer a clear picture of why the sea matters so much to Norway. Ship models in particular make it easy to compare vessel designs over time, while the artifacts give a more personal sense of the people who worked on the water.
Planning your visit
- Location: Bygdøynesveien 37, 0286 Oslo, Norway
- Contact: +47 24 11 41 50
- Best suited to: visitors interested in maritime history, ships and Norway's coastal culture
Because Bygdøy is a peninsula on the edge of Oslo, you may want to combine your visit with other sights in the area or with a walk along the shoreline. Checking opening times and any current exhibitions with the museum before you travel is a sensible step, as these details are best confirmed directly with them.
