Bona Ventura

Frogner · Oslo

National Library of Norway

Nasjonalbiblioteket

Culture venueLocals' pick

The 1914-22 stone library on Solli plass by Holger Sinding-Larsen. Climb the stairs to the Voluspå frescoes (1933) by Per Krohg and Axel Revold, see Emanuel Vigeland's ceiling in the lower hall, then sit in one of Oslo's most beautiful reading rooms. Free exhibitions, talks and concerts.

Address
Henrik Ibsens gate 110, 0255 Oslo
Hours
Mon-Fri 09:00-22:00; Sat 10:00-20:00; closed Sun (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Afternoon · About 45 min
Price
Free
Price level
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Good to know

  • The Credo café and restaurant serves food rooted in Norwegian food culture.
  • The upper stair hall is the thing to see, even if you do not read.

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