The Fram Museum sits on the Bygdøy peninsula in Oslo, at Bygdøynesveien 39, a short journey from the city centre. It is a maritime museum devoted to Norwegian polar exploration, and it is also known as Frammuseet.
What you will see
The museum's centrepiece is the original polar ship Fram, housed here so visitors can look at the vessel itself rather than a replica. Alongside it is the ship Gjøa. Together, the two ships anchor a collection about the people who sailed into the polar regions.
The stories behind the ships
The museum tells the stories of several legendary polar explorers, among them Fridtjof Nansen and Roald Amundsen. Their voyages are the thread running through the displays, so a visit is as much about the expeditions and the men who made them as about the boats.
The museum suits anyone interested in polar history, seafaring, or Norway's exploration past. Those who enjoy seeing historic ships up close will find the two vessels the main reason to go.
Planning your visit
- Address: Bygdøynesveien 39, 0286 Oslo, Norway
- Phone: +47 23 28 29 50
- Location: Bygdøy, on the western side of Oslo
Because the museum is on Bygdøy, you can combine it with other visits on the same peninsula during a day in the Norwegian capital. Calling ahead on the number above is the best way to confirm current opening arrangements before you travel.
