Activities for kids in Oslo

Torshovgata 33, 0476 Oslo

Popular puppet theatre run by Oslo Nye Teater/Égal Teater, with fun shows for children all year round.

Kirkeveien 34, 0266 Oslo

Puppet theatre in a small red house in Frognerparken, next to the Frogner tennis courts. Several shows are followed by a workshop where children make their own theatre puppet.

St. Olavs gate 2, 0165 Oslo

Small animal park in the middle of central Oslo with over 100 animals: snakes, geckos, lizards, frog species, tarantulas, a dwarf crocodile, monkeys, turtles and fish.

Dronningens gate 16, 0152 Oslo

The Cinematheque screens classic and new children's films every weekend - 1pm for the youngest, 3pm a family film for slightly older children.

Wergelandsveien 29, 0167 Oslo

Free play room (Sjeherasad) for children up to age 7, open Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-2pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm. Litteraturhuset also has a regular children's programme with films, book readings and more.

Skedsmogata 23, 0655 Oslo

Children's farm two minutes from Ensjø metro station, with both large and small animals. Open farm and educational activities for children.

Sam Eydes vei 13, 1081 Oslo

The City of Oslo's visitor farm in Groruddalen, with horses, sheep, cows, calves, goats, chickens, turkeys, geese, rabbits and guinea pigs.

Bogstad Gård, Sørkedalen, Oslo

Organic, Debio-certified visitor farm by Bogstadvannet, run by the City of Oslo.

Nøklevann, Østmarka, Oslo

Old smallholding in the forest by Nøklevann in Østmarka, about 1.3 km from Bøler metro station.

Rosenholmveien 11, 1252 Oslo

Activity programme for children and youth in Holmlia with horse-related activities, animal care and gardening.

Kirsten Flagstads plass 1, 0150 Oslo

Children aged four to seven sing, dance and play their way through a current opera or ballet performance. Costs 50 kr.

Rathkes gate 18, 0558 Oslo

Children's singing with dinner after kindergarten hours - play and singing fun for kids, with separate groups for the youngest and slightly older children.

Oskar Braatens gate 35, 0474 Oslo

Children's singing with dinner after kindergarten hours, just like at Sofienberg - for children and parents in the Torshov/Lilleborg area.

Holtegata 15, 0259 Oslo

Family programme with dinner and activities. After dinner, the youngest can join baby singing while older children can take part in the church's choir school.

Stortingsgata 28, 0161 Oslo

Storytime and author visits one or two Saturdays a month (except summer), best for children aged 3-6. Everyone gets a bun after the reading.

Sandakerveien 24C, 0473 Oslo

Indoor play area for children aged 1-12 with slides, trampolines, ball pits, obstacle courses and a bike track. Free for adults. Café on site.

John G. Mattesons vei 4, 0687 Oslo

Indoor climbing frame, ball pit, tunnels, trampolines and slides for children aged 0-12 (and 0-16 in the older section). Café on site. On Wednesdays entry is free for children aged 0-23 months (with an adult) - register with Leo's Family.

Grini Næringspark 8, 1361 Østerås

Same concept as the Ulsrud branch: climbing frame, ball pit, tunnels, trampolines and slides. On Wednesdays entry is free for children aged 0-23 months (with an adult) - register with Leo's Family.

Leiraveien 12, 2000 Lillestrøm

Indoor play area at Åråsen outside Lillestrøm for children aged 0-12: slides, ball room, ride-on cars and inflatable toys.

Fløisbonnveien 5, 1412 Kolbotn

Climbing frame, ball pit, mazes, obstacle course, trampolines, bouncy castle and its own mini-land for the youngest.

Fryds vei 25, 1407 Vinterbro

Norway's largest amusement park, about 20 km south of central Oslo, with rides and plenty of activities for all ages.

Tryvannsveien 64, 0791 Oslo

One of Scandinavia's largest treetop climbing parks, with over 227 elements and its own toddler park for children from age 3.

Smalvollveien 34, 0667 Oslo

Indoor go-kart track for children from age 5.

Møllergata 24, 0179 Oslo

Indoor laser tag, paintball, obstacle course and sumo wrestling in the city centre.

Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo

Free workshop in the Winter Garden at Sentralen every Saturday and Sunday, 11am-4pm: drawing, painting, glue, Duplo, a reading corner and rotating guest activities (storytelling, art, woodwork and more). Best for children aged 2-6, but everyone is welcome.

Anne-Cath. Vestlys plass 1, 0150 Oslo

Deichman puts on plays, storytelling sessions and children's films for slightly older kids at several of its 22 branches in Oslo. Check the programme at your local library.

Børsteveien 13, 0585 Oslo

Combined café and play room for children aged 0-6, with a wooden play area designed to stimulate the senses and encourage free play. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm (check current hours).

Rolf Hofmos gate 4, 0655 Oslo

Ice cream bar/gelateria with handmade ice cream from local, natural ingredients, considered one of Oslo's best ice cream spots. Has a small play area for children.

Kongsveien 23, 0193 Oslo

Sculpture park with over 40 artworks and panoramic views over Oslo, free and open around the clock all year. For families: the Hakkespettene activity house with art workshops, a small climbing park with balance elements and a low zip line, plus a sensory wall and animal-spotting tasks inside the museum (separate opening hours). The park has sloping terrain with paths and some gravel/uneven ground in places.

Sandviksveien 130, 1365 Blommenholm

Art and culture house in a historic villa from 1890 by the sea in Sandvika. The main offering for children is Sanseloftet, a 400 sqm sensory experience spread across nine rooms with colours, scents and light. Creative workshops are also held on weekends, and children's birthday parties can be arranged. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11am-4pm. Note: located in Bærum, not Oslo municipality.

Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo

Movement- and dance-based activity for parents and children aged 1-3 and 3-6, developed further from the Babydans concept. The session lasts about 45 minutes, requires no experience, and trains coordination, balance and strength through play with an adult. Held about once a month, free tickets via Tix.no - check sentralen.no for the next date.

Rosenholmveien 22, 1252 Oslo

Large indoor trampoline park with dedicated Minisprett sessions for the youngest (0-6) together with an adult, in addition to regular jumping for the whole family. Check current opening hours in the booking system on the website.

Trondheimsveien 644, 0964 Oslo

Treetop climbing park at Bånkall farm in Groruddalen, with 12 courses and around 80 elements at varying heights and difficulty levels, including a dedicated children's course and several zip lines. Helmet and harness included, with a safety briefing before climbing. Open in season (April-October) - check current opening hours on the website.

Skoglistubben 21, 1470 Lørenskog

Large indoor entertainment centre (formerly Megafun, now part of the Skyland chain) with trampolines, a multi-storey play area, a laser play zone, 6D cinema and a wind tunnel. Suitable for all ages and popular for birthday parties. Note: located in Lørenskog, not Oslo municipality.

Holmenkollveien 200, 0791 Oslo

Oslo's most famous sledding hill, a roughly 2.5 km run from Frognerseteren to Midtstuen with a 255-metre drop in elevation. Take the Holmenkollen line to Frognerseteren, rent a sled from Akeforeningen or Tomm Murstad, and take the metro back from Midtstuen for another round. The hill is steep and winding in places, so keep a close eye on the youngest. Only open when there's enough snow - check the website for current conditions.

Tryvannsveien 64, 0791 Oslo

The city's largest alpine ski resort, with around 18-20 runs for all levels, a dedicated children's area and ski rental at Toppsenteret. Perfect for families who want to try downhill skiing without travelling far from the city - check the website for current opening hours and season.

Trollvannsveien 2, Oslo

The city's largest alpine ski resort on the east side, with a safe children's area featuring a conveyor lift and mini-slalom on the Trollvann side, plus ski rental for both children and adults. Grefsenkleiva has longer runs for more experienced skiers. Check the website for current opening hours and season.

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The city's most central sea bath, with its own sheltered children's pool, a bathing ladder and large sun decks. Open day and night, with a lifeguard on duty during the summer season.

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Sea bath with a bathing platform, diving tower and large grassy areas to lie on right by the city centre. The beach has small stones at the water's edge, so water shoes are a good idea for the youngest.

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Sheltered, child-friendly cove on Bygdøy with fine sand, calmer and less crowded than Huk. A good choice for those who want to avoid crowds with small children.

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One of Oslo's most popular swimming spots, with large grass and sand areas, a new toilet building (18 toilets, two accessible), a kiosk, showers, drinking water and courts for beach volleyball and basketball.

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A slightly more sheltered swimming spot on Bygdøy with lovely smooth rocks and patches of sand, a good alternative when Huk is full.

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Lake in the Oslo forest with a sandy beach, three bathing platforms along the water, a kiosk, a beach volleyball court, six toilets (four wheelchair accessible) and a universally accessible path and ramp down to the water.

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Idyllic island eight minutes by boat from Aker Brygge, with several lovely spots for swimming and sunbathing (sand, smooth rocks and grassy areas), a kiosk/café by the monastery ruins, and accessible toilets in summer.

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Oslo's longest and arguably best sandy beach (about 250 metres, crescent-shaped), with a kiosk, toilets, drinking water, barbecue spots and the option to camp for up to two days in a designated area.

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Child-friendly swimming spot with a lovely sandy beach, smooth rocks, a diving board and a cosy kiosk/toilet building from 2009. Grassy lawn with tables and benches for picnics.

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Swimming spot with clean water in Østmarka, more natural and forest-close than the sea baths near the centre - a good choice for a quiet day by the water.

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Swimming spot in Holmlia with plenty of room to play on land and a large car park, popular among families from southern Oslo.

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Popular lake with a sandy beach, a bonfire spot, toilets (including accessible), outdoor showers, a summer kiosk, a lovely floating dock and good parking. Universally accessible with bathing steps and a ramp.

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Smaller, local swimming spot in Grorud - a nice and often quieter alternative for families in the area.

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Idyllic swimming spot on Nesodden with a sandy beach and smooth rocks good for fishing, with a lovely view over Bunnefjorden. Can be combined with food from Hellviktangen art café, located right next door.

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Swimming spot in Klemetsrud in southern Oslo, a quiet local alternative away from the most visited sea baths.

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Lovely swimming water with a small sandy beach by Ammerud, well suited for a quiet afternoon with the youngest.

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Swimming spot with a long tradition (a bathing culture dating back to 1890), with a bathing pier with steps down to the water, diving opportunities from the pier, a toilet and a lovely beach promenade with views towards Ulvøya.

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Outdoor recreation area with a sandy beach, modern granite ramps along the water, fixed barbecue spots, several grassy areas, a boules court and playgrounds.

Sars' gate 1, 0562 Oslo

Here children can meet dinosaur skeletons and animals from all over the world, then run free in the Botanical Garden right outside. Guided tours for children on weekends in autumn and winter. Children under 6 enter free.

Frederiks gate 2, 0164 Oslo

In this museum, the whole family can get up close to the world's only preserved Viking helmet and real Egyptian mummies, along with artefacts from antiquity and the Middle Ages and a large coin collection. Everyone under 18 enters free.

Edvard Munchs plass 1, 0194 Oslo

MUNCH has a broad children's programme: sensory painting for the very youngest, 'Barnas kunstdag' (Children's Art Day) for 3-8-year-olds almost every Sunday, and workshops during school holidays for slightly older children. Strollers are not allowed inside the exhibitions, but baby carriers can be borrowed.

Sonja Henies vei 31, 1311 Høvikodden

In the dedicated children's workshop 'Labben', kids can draw and freely explore shape, colour and materials, inspired by the exhibitions. Staffed by museum educators on Sundays and during school holidays, with family tours of current exhibitions every Sunday. Children under 18 enter free. Note: located in Bærum, not Oslo municipality.

Brynjulf Bulls plass 3, 0250 Oslo

In 'Urskogen Silva', children can create their own fantasy creature and watch it come to life digitally, while the Fairy Tale Room lets the youngest meet familiar storybook characters. Children aged 2-17 enter free (ticket required).

Bygdøynesveien 37, 0286 Oslo

The museum invites children into the exhibition 'Oppdag havet' ('Discover the Ocean'), where they can, among other things, explore a submarine simulator, and on weekends children aged 4-12 can build their own boat in the popular boat workshop. All children enter free.

Museumsveien 10, 0287 Oslo

On the historic farmstead, children can feed animals, try old-fashioned toys, ride the popular tractor 'Gråtass' and run freely around the large open-air museum area with over 160 old buildings from all over the country, including the stave church from Gol. Everyone under 18 enters free.

Gardeveien 15, 0369 Oslo

In the old tram hall from 1913, the family can get up close to historic trams and metro cars, or try being a driver in the simulator inside the Holmenkollen line car. Open Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 11am-3pm.

Bygdøynesveien 36, 0286 Oslo

The exhibitions on the Kon-Tiki and Ra rafts have their own stories made for children, following the crab Johannes and the monkey Safi through Thor Heyerdahl's expeditions. Compact and easy to visit with small children.

Kirkeveien, 0268 Oslo

The world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist (Gustav Vigeland), with over 200 sculptures in bronze, granite and wrought iron - including the famous Sinnataggen (Angry Boy). Children can run freely among the sculptures, and right by the main entrance lies Frognerborgen, Norway's largest playground with a climbing castle, swings and a sandpit. Free and open around the clock.

Rosenkrantz' gate 11, 0159 Oslo

Interactive illusion museum right by Karl Johan, with sensory challenges and optical illusions that captivate both children and adults. Separate children's tickets from age 4 and free entry for those under 3.

Kjelsåsveien 143, 0491 Oslo

Voted Oslo's most fun museum for children, with over 100 interactive installations where kids can create a tornado, play a laser harp, drive a mini train and try VR covering transport, science, medicine and industrial history. SkaperLab for children/youth aged 12-16 with programming, music and 3D printing.

Pilestredet (bakgården), Bygning I, 0164 Oslo

Cosy indoor play room for children aged 0-6 with a climbing frame, ball pit, slides and books. Great for rainy days.

Nedre Slottsgate 8, 0157 Oslo

Modern indoor play room for children aged 0-6 with pretend play, climbing areas, a reading corner and a café. Also hosts postpartum-exercise meetups, courses and birthday parties.

Bøkkerveien 4, 0579 Oslo

The largest Lille Lab location, with plenty of room to play, a café, events and birthday celebrations, for children aged 0-6.

Marcus Thranes gate 4B, 0473 Oslo

Cosy indoor play room focused on imaginative play and activities for the youngest. Also hosts courses and birthday parties.

Gruegata 23A, 0652 Oslo

Specially designed for the very youngest children (0-2), with calm play areas and sensory play in a safe setting.

Bogstadveien 26 / Holmboes gate 1, 0355 Oslo

Indoor playground in Majorstuen designed specifically for babies and toddlers, with soft play areas and sensory play.

Bergensveien 2E, 0963 Oslo

Smaller indoor play area in Grorud with climbing frames, slides and play areas for small children.

Flere steder i Oslo

Norwegian pop-up literature project creating interactive theatre experiences for children aged 0-11 (individual shows are often aimed at ages 3-9), where children explore familiar stories through listening, play, movement and creating. Includes storytelling theatre, games tied to the story, creative workshops and a pop-up bookshop. Has staged shows such as Peter Pan, The Gruffalo and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. No fixed address - performs at various venues in Oslo, including Sentralen, Det Andre Teatret, Deichman Bjørvika and Tøyen (Vaterland/MiniØya).

Ivan Bjørndalsgate 28, 0472 Oslo

Norway's largest improv theatre, with its own theatre bar and outdoor seating. Has regular Saturday shows for children at 1pm: 'Lekene slår tilbake' on the main stage (autumn) and 'Fantasikontoret' on the intimate stage (from November). Check the programme for the current show and age recommendation.

Kirsten Flagstads plass 1, 0150 Oslo

Dedicated children's tours of the Opera House, tailored for children aged 4-10, focused on experience rather than facts. Usually Saturdays at 1pm, about 50 minutes. Note: strollers are not allowed on the tour.

Ekebergveien 99, 1181 Oslo

Petting farm on Ekebergsletta, ten minutes from the city centre, with over 100 animals roaming free or in a fenced area you can enter: horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, geese, chickens and peacocks. Also offers horseback and pony riding. Open all year.

Møllergata 12, 0179 Oslo

Indoor 18-hole mini golf integrated into a bar with a camping theme, near Youngstorget. A nice daytime activity on weekends (opens at noon Saturday and Sunday), but becomes more of a beer-and-drinks venue later in the evening - 20-year age limit applies after 7pm.

Ekebergveien 103, 1178 Oslo

Two 18-hole mini golf courses with waterfalls, rivers and bridges, centrally located on Ekeberg. Offers birthday packages for children, including a free round of mini golf for the birthday child. Café on site.

Søndre gate 1, 0550 Oslo

Outdoor 18-hole mini golf course at the bottom of Grünerløkka along the Akerselva river. Open daily in summer, noon-9pm (weather permitting), with both an easy and a difficult course. Pizza and soft drinks can be ordered at the course.

Hegermanns gate 20, 0478 Oslo

Outdoor 18-hole mini golf course by Torshovparken. Open daily in summer, noon-9pm (weather permitting). 70 kr for adults, 50 kr for children.

Middelthuns gate 28, 0368 Oslo

Oslo's classic outdoor pool with a 50-metre pool, diving tower and its own children's pool with a slide. Note: closed for renovation until 2027 - check status before visiting.

Helgesens gate 90, 0563 Oslo

New pool facility in Tøyen with its own children's pool (32 degrees), a warm jacuzzi and an outdoor pool open year-round. The children's area has fountains and is designed for calm play and bathing for the youngest.

Plogveien 22, 0681 Oslo

Pool facility in Manglerud with a 25-metre pool, a training/therapy pool, jacuzzi, sauna, a dedicated children's pool and a 51-metre-long slide (swimming ability required). Diving boards at 1, 3 and 5 metres.

Vollsveien 13H, 1366 Lysaker

Climbing centre with dedicated children's rooms for children aged 2-10: a room with auto-belay for harness climbing, and a bouldering room with rope-free climbing for the youngest. No booking or experience required. Also offers climbing groups for ages 7-9, 10-13 and 13-18, plus climbing camps during school holidays.

Niels Leuchs vei 95, 1359 Eiksmarka

Cosy neighbourhood café with cakes and soups and a large play room full of toys - very popular among families with small children. Children can also say hello to rabbits, chickens and budgies, and there are board games available. Free parking right outside. Note: located in Bærum, not Oslo municipality.

Dronning Eufemias gate 14, 0191 Oslo

Large street food hall in the heart of the Barcode area right by Oslo S, with around 14 different food stalls offering dishes from around the world, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Has its own play room for children.

Vulkan 1, 0182 Oslo

Norway's national stage for dance, with a regular programme of dance performances for children of all ages - from baby dance for the youngest to interactive shows for older children. Also hosts Family Days with baby dance, contact play, creative dance workshops and children's performances.

Konows gate 1-3, 0192 Oslo

Indoor parkour hall with obstacles, sprung flooring and climbing elements. Offers parkour courses for children and youth aged 3-16 across several levels, free training sessions for families, birthday parties and holiday camps.

Olaf Helsets vei 5, 0694 Oslo

One of Norway's largest climbing centres, with lead and top-rope climbing across several floors, a strength training room, a dedicated children's area and 20 auto-belay devices.

Vulkan 13, 0178 Oslo

Indoor climbing and bouldering centre by Mathallen, run by Kolsås Klatreklubb, with three climbing walls and 26 top-rope stations.

Myrens Verksted, Torshov, Oslo

Large climbing and bouldering hall of 2,400 sqm with walls up to 14 metres and its own dedicated bouldering section.

Urtegata 48, 0187 Oslo

Small, unstaffed bouldering wall (Kilter Board) accessible around the clock via an app, for up to about 6 people at a time. Best suited for older children and teens - not especially set up for the very youngest.

Pilestredet 27, 0164 Oslo

Same concept as the Urtegata branch: a small, unstaffed bouldering wall accessible around the clock via an app. Best suited for older children and teens.

Veitvetveien 8, 0596 Oslo

Norway's largest bowling hall with 26 lanes, billiards, an arcade and a restaurant.

Asak Søndre gård, 1923 Sørum

Scandinavia's second-largest treetop climbing park, with 41 zip lines and 21 colour-coded courses for various ages and skill levels, about 30 minutes from Oslo.

Hausmanns gate 28, 0182 Oslo

Knøttekino is tailored for children aged 2-5 with lowered sound and lighting, shorter films, and screening rooms furnished with sofas, blankets and cushions. Babykino is set up for breastfeeding, bottle-feeding and nappy changes, with low volume and dimmed lights - room for crying, cuddling and babbling.

Klosterenga park, 0656 Oslo

Fountains, water-filled sculptures and running water from a wall in Klosterenga park, where the Hovinbekken stream flows through a system of channels, basins and pools. Popular with children on warm days.

Selvbyggerveien/Rødbergveien, Årvoll, Oslo

One of Groruddalen's most popular swimming spots, with an asphalt bottom and grassy slopes around the pond. Relatively shallow water that makes it well suited for learning to swim. Blue Flag-certified beach.

Kampen park, Oslo

Splash pool in Kampen park, popular and well-visited by families on warm days.

Torshovdalen, Oslo

Splash pool in Torshovdalen, the park area between Torshov and Sinsen.