Activities to do when it's raining in Oslo

Lovisenberggata 5, 0456 Oslo

Baby swimming run by Oslo Idrettslag (OI Svømming) and the Norwegian Life Saving Society, in a warm pool at Lovisenberg. Small groups focused on safety, water adjustment and play give your baby a gentle, reassuring start in the water.

Trimveien 4, 0372 Oslo

BabySwim at Domus Athletica by Ullevål, one of Norway's most established baby swimming providers. Age-grouped courses in a warm pool focused on play, gradual water adjustment and interaction between child and parent.

Dronning Eufemias gate 18, 0191 Oslo

SATS Bjørvika offers "Strong Mama," a strength class tailored to new and expecting mothers. The schedule changes week by week, so check the current timetable in the SATS app or at sats.no before planning your visit.

Vækerøveien 205, 0751 Oslo

Mamma & Mini Sterk, postpartum training in small groups (levels 1-4) that strengthens mom's body after pregnancy and birth, with baby as a natural part of the session. Free parking, a nursing sofa, and a changing table in the training room.

Myrens Verksted 24C, 0473 Oslo

A dedicated "Mother and Child" group class and postpartum pilates where baby can join you in the session. LilleMyrens offers childcare from 6 weeks of age if you'd rather train without baby in the room.

Mailundveien, Grünerløkka helsestasjon, Oslo

Open kindergarten on the lower ground floor of Grünerløkka health centre, Mondays and Thursdays 9am-3pm, for children aged 0-3. A free drop-in meeting place where children play and parents meet others.

Pilestredet (bakgården), Bygning I, 0164 Oslo

Cosy little indoor play room at Tullinløkka (Pilestredet 27) in the city centre, for children aged 0-6 with dedicated zones for the youngest, climbing tubes, slides, a ball room and books. Self-service: you book a slot and let yourself in with the Mikrolekeriet app. Warm floors inside and good stroller space outside - a great refuge on rainy days.

Iladalen

Baby singing for parents with children aged 0-1, every other Thursday at 12:00, odd weeks at Ila Church, even weeks at Sagene Church. Drop in, doors open at 11:45. After the singing there's play and conversation in the church hall. No sessions during school holidays.

Edvard Munchs plass 1, 0194 Oslo

Sensory Play is a workshop activity for the museum's youngest visitors, offered in two versions: 6-12 months and 1-2 years. Children explore tactile installations and paint with natural, edible ingredients together with an art educator. Other museums, including the Oslo City Museum, also offer baby tours.

Anne-Cath. Vestlys plass 1, 0150 Oslo

Deichman partners with health clinics on Bokstart, giving parents information about the library's offerings for the youngest children. Several of the 22 Deichman libraries in Oslo run their own baby singing and story sessions, check the program at your local library.

Torshovgata 33, 0476 Oslo

Children's theater run by Oslo Nye Teater/Égal Teater, with performances for the youngest audiences (from about age 1) and family shows throughout the year.

Sigurd Hoels vei 35, 0655 Oslo

Ceramics course for parents on parental leave, held at Nabolagshuset Petersborg (Kirkens Bymisjon). See the Instagram account @keramikkmakkogsnakk for current dates and sign-up.

Harald Hårfagres gate 2, 0363 Oslo

A focused 45-minute storytelling session with a complete story from start to finish, Wednesdays 12-1pm and Saturdays 1-1:45pm.

Lovisenberg

Baby singing at Lovisenberg Church, Tuesdays at 11am. Lovisenberg Church, from 1912, belongs to the Lovisenberg diaconal institution by St. Hanshaugen. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

St. Olavs gate 25, 0166 Oslo

Baby swimming for children from about 2 to 24 months, centrally located in St. Olavs gate. Focus on water safety, motor development, play and parent-child interaction, in small groups with close guidance.

Pilestredet 60, 0167 Oslo

Baby swimming in partnership with Badenymfene, in a warm pool centrally located at Bislett. Courses build on gentle water adjustment and safety, and the central location makes it easy to reach for many families.

Sognsveien 80, 0855 Oslo

One of Norway's largest swimming clubs, offering baby swimming year-round with an emphasis on water adjustment, safety and confidence. Based in the pool at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences by Sognsvann.

Sognsveien 80 (NIH) / Lovisenberggata 5 (Lovisenberg)

Baby swimming focused on water safety, water adjustment and good experiences for the whole family, with courses at NIH by Sognsvann and at Lovisenberg. Run by the Norwegian Life Saving Society, Oslo and Bærum.

Arnebråtveien 114, 0771 Oslo

Age-grouped baby swimming courses in a warm pool at Hovseter, focused on water enjoyment, motor development and interaction between child and parent. Small groups allow close guidance from the instructor.

Bølerlia 3B, 0691 Oslo

One of the country's largest providers of baby and toddler swimming, with courses at Bøler Bad. Focus on water enjoyment, motor skills and safety, in warm water suited to the very youngest.

Dr. Dedichens vei 20, 0675 Oslo

Baby swimming in small groups, with warm water suited to the youngest, at Haukåsen school. Courses emphasise water enjoyment, safety and good contact between child and parent through play in the water.

Dr. Dedichens vei 20, 0675 Oslo (Haukåsen skole)

Baby and toddler swimming focused on safety, confidence and water enjoyment, in pools kept at a comfortable temperature at Haukåsen school. Experienced instructors support each individual family.

Mortensrudveien 185, 1215 Oslo (Kantarellen bo- og rehabiliteringssenter)

Baby and toddler swimming focused on play, safety and closeness between child and parent, in warm pools at Mortensrud. Courses are grouped by age and the child's development.

Herregårdsveien 18, 1168 Oslo

Baby and toddler swimming in small groups with experienced instructors, in southern Oslo. Focus on safety, play and gradual development, with courses that follow the child from the youngest ages and up.

Harbitzalléen 19, 0275 Oslo

Baby and toddler swimming focused on water adjustment, swimming enjoyment and motor development, at several pools across Oslo. Courses are age-grouped and follow the child step by step in the water.

Nedre Slottsgate 8, 0157 Oslo

Modern indoor play area for children aged 0-6 with pretend-play zones, climbing areas, a reading corner, and a café. Also hosts new-parent 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. Soft play zones and a dedicated area for the very youngest make it a safe indoor option year round.

Marcus Thranes gate 4B, 0473 Oslo

A cosy indoor play room at Torshov, one of four Lille Lab branches in Oslo, focused on imaginative play for children aged 0-6. Role play, climbing areas and a reading nook, with a café on site, and they also host 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. Smaller and quieter than the Hasle location. Older siblings cannot come along. A good place to meet other parents on leave.

Bogstadveien 26 / Holmboes gate 1, 0355 Oslo

Indoor playground in Majorstuen designed specifically for babies and toddlers, with soft play areas and sensory play. Only for children aged 0-24 months, and older siblings cannot join. A café for the grown-ups and a safe, enclosed setting make it a popular meeting spot during parental leave.

Bergensveien 2E, 0963 Oslo

A smaller indoor play centre at Grorud with climbing frames, slides and play areas for young children. For children aged 0-6, open every day 8am-8pm. A manageable, local option in the neighbourhood, well suited to a rainy day with the youngest.

Ris kirke

Fridays at 11:00 (7-12 months) and 12:00 (3-7 months) at the Ris parish hall. Ris Church, from 1932, sits in quiet surroundings by Vinderen in western Oslo. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Ullern

Wednesdays at 11:00 at the Ullern parish hall. Ullern Church, from 1903, is in the Ullern district in western Oslo. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Voksen kirke

Mondays 11am-1pm at Voksen Church. Voksen Church is a modern church from 1995 in the Voksen area near Holmenkollen. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Røa kirke

Tuesdays at 12:00 at Røa Church. Røa Church, from 1939, is centrally located in Røa in western Oslo. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Grefsen

Every other Thursday (odd weeks) 11am-1pm at the parish centre. Grefsen parish is based in Grefsen in Nordre Aker, in the northern part of the city. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Bakkehaugen kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 at Bakkehaugen Church (for Bakkehaugen, Majorstuen and Vestre Aker). Bakkehaugen Church, from 1959, is by Tåsen, near Nordberg. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Skøyen kirke

Tuesdays at 11:00 at Skøyen Church. Skøyen Church is a modern church from 1989 in the Skøyen area of western Oslo. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Nordberg

Mondays at 11:30 at Nordberg Church. Nordberg Church, from 1962, is by Sogn and Nordberg near Kringsjå. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Hasle kirke

Wednesdays at 11:00 and 12:00 at Hasle Church. Hasle Church, from 1960, is in Hasle in eastern Oslo. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Sagene og Iladalen

Thursdays at 12:00, alternating between locations. The sessions alternate between Sagene Church (1891) and Iladalen Church (1937) in the Sagene district. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Torshov kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 and 12:00 at Torshov Church (for Torshov and Lilleborg). Torshov Church, from 1958, is centrally located in Torshov. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Paulus kirke

Thursdays 1-2pm at Paulus Church (for Paulus and Sofienberg). Paulus Church, from 1892, is a neo-Gothic brick landmark by Birkelunden in Grünerløkka. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Sinsen

Wednesdays at 11:30 and 13:00 at Sinsen Church. Sinsen Church, from 1971, is in Sinsen in the northern city. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Nordstrand kirke

Wednesdays at 11:30 at Nordstrand Church (for Nordstrand and Ljan). Nordstrand Church, from 1886, is nicely located in Nordstrand in southern Oslo. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Bekkelaget

Thursdays 11:30am-12:15pm and 1:00-1:45pm at Bekkelaget Church. Bekkelaget Church, from 1923, is in Bekkelaget in southern Oslo, near the fjord. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Ormøy

At Villa Kirkebakken, Ormøybakken 6. Villa Kirkebakken is on the island of Ormøy by Bekkelaget, in southern Oslo. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Lambertseter kirke

Every other Tuesday at 11:00 at Lambertseter Church. Lambertseter Church, from 1966, is in Lambertseter in southeastern Oslo. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Manglerud kirke

Every other Monday at 11:00 at Manglerud Church. Manglerud Church, from 1963, is in Manglerud in the southeastern city. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Hauketo-Prinsdal

Every other Tuesday at 11:00. Hauketo and Prinsdal parish is in southern Oslo, between Hauketo and Prinsdal. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Bøler kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 in the confirmation room at Bøler Church. Bøler Church is a modern church from 2011 in Bøler in eastern Oslo. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Oppsal kirke

Thursdays 12-2pm at Oppsal Church. Oppsal Church, from 1961, is in Oppsal in eastern Oslo. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Mortensrud kirke

Tuesdays at 12:00 at Mortensrud Church (for Klemetsrud and Mortensrud). Mortensrud Church, from 2002, is an award-winning modern church in slate, glass and steel. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Frogner kirke

Fridays at 11:00 in the parish hall of Frogner Church, Bygdøy allé (for Bygdøy and Frogner). Frogner Church, from 1907, is by Bygdøy allé in Frogner. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Grønland kirke

Tuesdays at 12:30 at Grønland Church (for Gamlebyen and Grønland). Grønland Church, from 1868, is one of the city's older churches, in the middle of lively Grønland. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Kampen kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 and 13:00, alternating weeks (for Kampen and Vålerenga). Kampen Church, from 1882, is a red-brick landmark high up in Kampen. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Uranienborg kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 and 12:30 at Uranienborg Church. Uranienborg Church, from 1886, is a neo-Gothic church on the border of Frogner and Majorstuen. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Gamle Aker kirke

Tuesdays at 13:00 at Gamle Aker Church. Gamle Aker Church is Oslo's oldest surviving building, a Romanesque stone church from the 1100s by St. Hanshaugen. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Fagerborg kirke

Tuesdays 12:00-1:30pm at Fagerborg Church. Fagerborg Church, from 1903, is in Fagerborg near Bislett. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Rødtvet kirke

Wednesdays 12:30-2:00pm at Rødtvet Church. Rødtvet Church, from 1978, is in Rødtvet in the Groruddalen valley. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Ellingsrud kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 at Ellingsrud Church (for Ellingsrud and Furuset). Ellingsrud Church, from 1981, is in Ellingsrud in eastern Groruddalen. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Haugerud kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 at Haugerud Church. Haugerud Church, from 1975, is by Haugerud shopping centre in Groruddalen. Baby singing offers song, rhyme and movement for the youngest and a pleasant break for parents on leave.

Østre Aker

Tuesdays in even weeks at 11:00, Ulvenveien 104. Østre Aker parish holds baby singing in premises on Ulvenveien, by Ulven and Økern in northeastern Oslo. At baby singing, parents and babies sing songs, rhymes and rhythmic games together, a calm, social drop-in during parental leave.

Stovner kirke

Thursdays 11am-1pm at Stovner Church, Stovnerfaret 25 (for Høybråten, Fossum and Stovner). Stovner Church, from 1979, is in Stovnerfaret in Groruddalen. Baby singing brings parents and little ones together for song and rhythm, a nice regular meeting place during leave.

Tonsen kirke

Thursdays at 11:00 and 12:30 in the parish hall at Tonsen Church. Tonsen Church, from 1961, is in Tonsenhagen and Årvoll in northeastern Oslo. Here parents and babies meet for familiar children's songs, rhymes and rhythmic games in a safe setting.

Furuset senter, Oslo

Open kindergarten in the basement level of Furuset senter. A free drop-in meeting place where children aged 0-6 can play and parents on leave can meet others in the neighbourhood.

Veitvet senter, Oslo

Open kindergarten for children aged 0-6 at Veitvet senter, Monday to Friday 10am-2pm (except Wednesdays). Free and drop-in, a nice regular meeting place during parental leave.

Hegdehaugsveien 19, 0352 Oslo

Open kindergarten in the Frogner district, open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, closed Wednesday and Friday. Free and drop-in, a low-threshold place where children aged 0-6 play and parents meet over a cup of coffee.

Kolstadgata 1, 0652 Oslo

Aktivitetshuset K1 at Tøyen, open Monday to Thursday and closed on Fridays. A free open kindergarten with no registration, for children from nought to two, a lively meeting place for young and old. Closed all of July and on public holidays.

Ammerudhellinga 47, Oslo

Open kindergarten at Grorud, open Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30am-2pm. Free and drop-in, where children aged 0-6 play and parents meet others in the area.

Myrerveien 40, Oslo

Open kindergarten in Kjelsås, weekdays 10am-1:30pm, for children aged 0-2. A free drop-in meeting place and a calm, safe setting for the very youngest and their parents.

Bøler, Oslo

Open kindergarten at Bøler, open Monday to Thursday 9am-2pm. Free and drop-in, a nice regular meeting place where children play and parents on leave meet others.

Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo

For parents with children aged 3-12 months, primarily on parental leave. Parents move with their baby to music, dance, and tactile objects. Classes at 11:00, 12:00, and 13:00, about 30 minutes each. Developed by stage artists Beata K. Iden and Heidi Jessen.

Hausmanns gate 28, 0182 Oslo

Vega Scene has three cinema screens offering baby and toddler screenings, centrally located near Torggata. Lowered sound and lighting and room for strollers make it easy to bring your baby to the movies.

Cecilie Thoresens vei 23, 1274 Oslo

Neighborhood cinema in Lambertseter with weekly baby screenings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00, dimmed light and lower sound, with every other seat left free for stroller space. Baby noises are completely fine.

Helgesens gate 17, Oslo

Safe yoga during pregnancy and after birth, in a dedicated studio in Grünerløkka right by Thorvald Meyers gate. Classes are adapted to the body during pregnancy and the postnatal period, with room for baby.

Kristiansands gate 2, Oslo

Safe yoga during pregnancy and after birth, in a studio at Sagene Samfunnshus. Classes are adapted to the body during pregnancy and the postnatal period, and you can bring your baby to the postnatal sessions.

Torshov, Oslo

Courses all year round: Gravidyoga & Styrke for expecting mothers, and Mor og Baby Pilates for new mothers who want to train with baby beside them, awake or asleep.

Bislett, Oslo

Postnatal yoga focused on the pelvic floor and abdominals, suitable from around four weeks after birth, and baby yoga with baby massage for newborns up until the baby becomes mobile. The studio also runs pregnancy yoga. Courses run in blocks of 6, 8 or 10 weeks, and classes last 75 minutes.

Fridtjof Nansens vei 6, Oslo

Baby screenings with dimmed light and lower sound, Monday to Thursday. Baby noises are completely fine, and every other seat is left free for extra space.

Sannergata 6D, Oslo

Baby screenings every weekday at 12:00 in Grünerløkka. Strollers are parked outside the auditorium, and sound and lighting are lowered so you can watch a current film with your baby on your lap.

Vitaminveien 7, Oslo

Baby screenings every Tuesday at 12:00 at ODEON Storo, between Storo and Nydalen. Lowered sound and lighting and room for strollers make it a relaxed cinema outing for parents on leave.

Sagene, Oslo

Baby theatre and regular children's theatre performances at Sagene Samfunnshus, including shows by Martemos Teater. The performances are made for the very youngest, with close contact between stage and audience.

Haugerudsenteret 1, Oslo

Baby theatre performances at Haugerud senter, run by local theatre companies. Calm performances made for babies and toddlers, in a safe setting close to the neighbourhood.

Voldsløkka kulturstasjon, Oslo

Oslo's cultural school music program for parents with infants: singing, dancing, play, and musical experiences together with baby. Drop in, Fridays at 11:00 (arrive by 10:50), 45 minutes.

Manglerud bad og aktivitetshus, Oslo

The same music programme as at Voldsløkka, in the dance hall on the top floor of Manglerud bad og aktivitetshus. An Oslo Culture School course where the youngest meet song and music together with an adult.

Schultz' gate 1, 0368 Oslo

A gentle yoga class for new mothers looking to rebuild strength and mobility after pregnancy and birth. Combines adapted yoga exercises and breathing techniques with time together with baby (up to crawling age). No prior experience required. Check the current schedule in the SATS app or at sats.no.

Kaj Munks vei 41B, 0876 Oslo

Postpartum training at Tåsen Senter, with the option to bring baby along. The "Start" level (led by a physiotherapist) builds up the deep core muscles and prepares the body for further training, suitable from 6 weeks after a vaginal birth/8 weeks after a C-section. The "Advanced" level (led by a personal trainer) is higher intensity and focuses on the major muscle groups. Limited spots, book your course on the website.

Stockholmsgata 8, 0566 Oslo

Reformer-based strength training at OsloHelsestudio, focused on core muscles and flexibility using specially adapted Reformer machines. Safe, effective postpartum training where baby can join you. A course of 5 sessions.

Stockholmsgata 8, 0566 Oslo

Baby massage course with a certified instructor (Anethe Toth). A loving and effective way to build closeness and security between parent and baby, which can ease colic/gas/constipation and promote relaxation and better sleep. For both mothers and fathers, massage oil included.

Karoline Kristiansens vei 4, Oslo

Baby massage course with a certified instructor (Anethe Toth). A loving and effective way to build closeness and security between parent and baby, which can ease colic/gas/constipation and promote relaxation and better sleep. For both mothers and fathers, massage oil included.

Brynjulf Bulls plass 3, 0250 Oslo

The first Tuesday of each month at 1pm, the National Museum holds a baby tour, a 45-minute guided tour tailored to parents on parental leave. The museum recommends a baby carrier rather than a stroller. The café on the 2nd floor has comfortable seating where you can relax for an hour or so afterward. No sign-up required.

Schous plass 10, 0552 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Harald Hårfagres gate 2, 0363 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Anne-Cath. Vestlys plass 1, 0150 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Trygve Lies plass 1, 1051 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Tore Hals Mejdells vei 8, 0751 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Vetlandsveien 99-101, 0685 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman for babies and parents: the group gathers to read great picture books together for about half an hour, followed by coffee and socializing. Suitable for babies from about 7 months to a year and a half.

Pontoppidans gate 7, 0462 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Sognsveien 75, 0856 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Vitaminveien 7-9, 0485 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Karenlyst Allé 7, 0278 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Middelthunsgate 19, 0368 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Cecilie Thoresensvei 3, 1153 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Sørkedalsveien 106, 0378 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Bislettgata 6, 0170 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Hoffsveien 10, 0275 Oslo

MiniSATS is SATS's childcare service, looking after your child (from 6 weeks to 12 years) while you train, drop-in with no advance booking, up to 1.5 hours per visit. Costs 199 kr/month in addition to membership. Check current childcare opening hours at sats.no, as these can vary during the summer season.

Nordstrandveien 45, 1163 Oslo

Strength training for new mothers focused on the abdomen, back, and pelvic floor, using baby as a "weight" during part of the session. The course runs for 8 weeks (8 sessions of 45 minutes, plus one lecture), split into two levels: from 6 weeks (level 1) and from 12 weeks (level 2) after birth.

Væringvegen 44, 2040 Kløfta

Spa package for one adult and baby, with timed spa access (including a baby pool) from 9:00-10:30am, followed by a breakfast buffet at Brasseriet. Note: located in Kløfta (Ullensaker municipality), about 30-40 minutes from central Oslo.

Rosenholmveien 22, 1252 Oslo

A calm, safe play session at the trampoline park for children aged 0-6 together with an adult, the slide areas are closed off to keep things calm and safe for the youngest. Usually Saturday/Sunday mornings (check the current time on the website). From 229 kr for 1 hour.

Munkedamsveien 14, 0250 Oslo

A chamber concert by the Oslo Philharmonic specially designed for parents on parental leave with baby, about 40 minutes, where you're free to come and go from the hall. Strollers are left in the cloakroom, and each ticket covers two seats (adult + child). Check oslokonserthus.no for upcoming dates and prices.

Bentsegata 6B, 0465 Oslo

A ceramics café where you can paint cups, plates, vases, and other ceramics while enjoying coffee and a cinnamon bun, a session takes about two hours, and the finished pieces are glazed and fired, ready for pickup about ten days later.

Lille Stranden 3, 0252 Oslo

A ceramics café where you can paint cups, plates, vases, and other ceramics while enjoying coffee and a cinnamon bun, a session takes about two hours, and the finished pieces are glazed and fired, ready for pickup about ten days later.

St. Halvards gate 33, 0192 Oslo

Postpartum yoga at Leela Yoga in Gamlebyen, with gentle flow sequences that strengthen the abdomen, back and pelvic floor, and open up the neck and shoulders - with a focus on breath as a useful tool during the postpartum period. The class is baby-friendly and adapted to the new mother's body: baby is either included in the exercises or lies on their own mat beside you, and each class ends with relaxation or baby massage. Everything is allowed - arrive late, change a nappy, breastfeed, soothe the baby and continue when you're both ready. Suitable from 6 weeks old until baby starts crawling. No prior yoga experience needed.

Parkveien 62, 0254 Oslo

Postpartum yoga at Glød Yoga in Frogner, focused on breathing and mobility in the hips, pelvis, core, back and shoulders. The class combines movement, play, singing and shared relaxation with baby. Nursing, nappy changes and crying are a natural part of the class. Suitable from 6-8 weeks old until baby starts crawling. The course runs over 6 weeks.

Vækerøveien 205, 0751 Oslo

Postpartum yoga at Oslo kvinnehelsesenter in Røa, focused on safely strengthening and restoring the body after birth: breathwork, deep abdominal muscles, lower back and pelvic floor, relaxation, and neck/shoulder stretches. Exercises with baby, songs, play and baby massage are part of the class. Led by Angelina Ettinger (osteopath, postpartum yoga instructor, hypopressive trainer and nurse). Suitable from 6-8 weeks old, max 7 participants per course. The course runs over 8 weeks.

Nordre gate 15, 0551 Oslo

A postpartum meetup run by SmåSpor in Grünerløkka - a social gathering for parents on parental leave with a baby, where you can share experiences, interests and make new acquaintances over a cup of coffee. The venue has a dedicated play area for the youngest, a changing table, a nursing corner and stroller parking. Some meetups are held exclusively for fathers on paternity leave. Contact Ida at oslo@smaspor.no for sign-up and current dates.

Hagegata 32, 0653 Oslo

A weekly postpartum meetup run by Oslo Sanitetsforening and Sanitetskvinnene, for mothers with a baby who don't have a postpartum group of their own. Simple lunch, stroller space, a changing table and comfortable nursing chairs. Drop in between noon and 2pm on Fridays, no registration needed, and "nobody arrives too late here". Free.

Glimmerveien 9, 1157 Oslo

Oslo municipality's open meeting place for parents with babies and toddlers in Nordstrand. Parents stay with their children throughout the visit, with flexible drop-in attendance. The venue has a permanent kindergarten teacher and psychiatric nurse on staff, plus a public health nurse and physiotherapist with set hours. Different age groups on different days: Mondays (0-4 months), Tuesdays and Thursdays (0-12 months), Wednesdays (0-3 years). Coffee, tea and waffles available for purchase. Completely free.

Smeltedigelen 4, 0196 Oslo

"New-Parent Tuesday" at Åpent Bakeri Kværnerbyen - a calm, inclusive weekly meetup every Tuesday for parents on parental leave and their babies, with great bread, pastries and freshly pressed juice from the artisan bakery. Several tables inside with room for strollers, and its own play corner for the youngest.

Hammersborg torg 8, 0179 Oslo

A babycafé run by Svenska kyrkan (the Church of Sweden), at Margaretakyrkan (Hammersborg torg 8). An open meeting place for babies, toddlers and adults with play, chat and Swedish baby singing - 30 minutes of free play followed by about 20 minutes of singing, then free play and light refreshments (available for a small fee). No registration needed. Tuesdays 1-4pm and Thursdays 10am-1pm (during summer holidays June-August, only Tuesdays 1-4pm in June).

Rosenborggata 11, 0356 Oslo

A cross-generation singing session at the Fagerborghjemmet care home, where babies and parents sing old and new songs together with the elderly residents. Sessions run roughly once a month at 12 noon, in partnership with the Fagerborg parish, and afterwards you can buy the soup of the day in the cafe. Prams use the garden entrance behind the green container and are parked in the garden.

Stallerudveien 97, 0693 Oslo

A free open kindergarten for children aged 0 to 5 in the Østensjø district, with drop-in Monday to Wednesday 10:30 to 14:30. Thursdays are reserved for the Bluesmothers group and Fridays for children over 18 months without a kindergarten place. Close cooperation with the health clinic, and parents stay with their child throughout.

Lusetjernveien 2, 1253 Oslo

A free open kindergarten for families with children aged 0 to 6 without a regular kindergarten place, in newly renovated premises with great play areas inside and out. Wednesdays 12 to 15 at Nordskrenten kindergarten, and Fridays 10:30 to 12:30 at the Deichman Holmlia library with language play and story time.

Slimeveien 10, 1277 Oslo

A free open kindergarten at Slime farm in Søndre Nordstrand, Thursdays and Fridays 9 to 14. Singing, play and seasonal table activities, using the kindergarten playground. A shared meal is eaten together, so bring your own food. Closed during school holidays.

Ole Brumms vei 5, 0979 Oslo

A free open kindergarten for children aged 0 to 6 living in the Stovner district, with regular drop-in Monday to Wednesday and room for 20 children. Thursdays host a small group for families needing extra support, and Fridays a language café where parents practice Norwegian while the children play.

Karl Fossums vei 1, 0984 Oslo

A free open kindergarten in the white wooden house at Nedre Fossum farm next to Stovner health clinic, for children aged 0 to 6 living in the district. Drop-in Tuesday to Friday with 15 places, and a dedicated baby group for the youngest (0 to 10 months) on Mondays 12 to 15. Coffee and tea are served, bring a packed lunch.

Hoff Terrasse 20, 0275 Oslo

A meeting place for children and parents in the Ullern district, Tuesdays and Thursdays, for children without a regular kindergarten place. A varied play program with experienced educators, and every other Thursday a physiotherapist and public health nurse are present. Costs 50 kroner per visit (free for minority language families), bring your own food and drink.

Sars' gate 1, 0562 Oslo

The Natural History Museum runs baby tours every Tuesday 12:30 to 13:00, adapted for parents with children up to two years old. Themes rotate between the exhibitions, from animals and crystals to the Climate House and the Botanical Garden. Tours are included in the museum ticket, while baby tours in the Botanical Garden are free and stroller friendly. Room for feeding, crying and cheering along the way.

Frognerveien 67, 0266 Oslo

The City Museum in Frogner Park runs adapted baby tours of its exhibitions, including Tyvetallet, and at the Frogner Manor next door. In spring and autumn the museum also arranges daytime BaBy walks where you stroll and learn about the city at the same time. Prams can be parked in the courtyard, and the museum has a changing room and baby carriers for loan.

Tøyenbekken 5, 0188 Oslo

The Intercultural Museum at Grønland (part of Oslo Museum) offers baby tours for parents on leave, with plenty of time, a calm pace and room for wonder and conversation. The museum recommends a baby carrier since prams cannot be brought into the exhibitions, but prams can be parked in the backyard and there is a changing room.

Wergelandsveien 17, 0167 Oslo

Kunstnernes Hus invites parents on leave, grandparents and others with children under two to relaxed baby tours of the exhibitions, with a workshop and gathering in Atelier Felix afterwards. Baby sounds and nursing breaks are welcome, and mats are laid out for babies to lie and crawl on. Check their program for the next tour.

Kirsten Flagstads plass 1, 0150 Oslo

A short, cosy daytime concert for parents on leave at Scene 2 in the Opera House, where opera soloists and a host guide you and your baby through opera singing up close in a relaxed setting. Making noise, nursing and singing along are all allowed. Staged on selected dates through the year, check the program.

Olaf Helsets vei 5, 0694 Oslo

Oslo climbing centre at Skullerud runs parental leave climbing every Wednesday 11 to 13, with the music off and few other visitors, and a dad meetup on Thursdays 11 to 13 where new fathers climb and meet others climbing with kids. The centre has playpens, a changing table and a café with high chairs, two minutes from the metro.

Sørengkaia 124, 0194 Oslo

Every Monday 12 to 15, DNT keeps the bouldering room at Friluftshuset open exclusively for parents on leave, with the baby in a pram outside or on the mat. Bouldering is rope-free climbing on low walls, and you can come and go as you like. Costs 70 kroner for DNT members and 80 for others, climbing shoes can be rented. Closed during school holidays.

Lilleakerveien 14, 0283 Oslo

Postnatal yoga at Lilleaker for those past their six-week check, focusing on breath, pelvic floor and core at a safe pace. Your baby joins in, either actively in the exercises or by your side, and the classes are combined with songs and rhymes.

Rosenborggata 19C, 0356 Oslo

A small, personal yoga studio at Fagerborg with several mama and baby yoga classes a week, both regular and strength variants. Courses are offered in Norwegian and English, and there is also a dedicated class for Ukrainian women.

Stallerudveien 103, 0693 Oslo

Postnatal yoga at Bogerud Torg with training and stretching of new mum muscles after carrying and nursing, plus pelvic floor and core work. Small groups of 10 to 12 participants, and your child comes along, awake or asleep. Prams are kept safe and warm under a roof.

Kongsveien 91, 1177 Oslo

Yoga for mother and baby on the second floor of Kongsveien 91 at Holtet, primarily training for mum with the baby present. Focus on strengthening the pelvic floor and core and releasing tension in back, neck and shoulders. Everything is allowed, nursing, nappy changes and crying, and no yoga experience is needed.

Oscars gate 27, 0352 Oslo

A four-week postnatal training course led by a doctor and personal trainer, tailored for new mums who want to train together with their baby (6 weeks to 12 months). Focus on strength and stability for pelvic floor, core and back, in small groups of at most five participants with personal follow-up.

Tore Hals Mejdells vei 1, 0751 Oslo

Every Wednesday, the Vestre Aker health clinic runs a first aid course for parents with children aged 0 to 1, often held at the Deichman Røa library. The course is only for residents of the Vestre Aker district, and you sign up with the clinic by email or phone 23 47 62 20.

Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo

A practical first aid course for parents and others who spend a lot of time with children, at Sentralen in Kvadraturen. The course covers examining a child, airway obstructions, febrile seizures, poisoning, child CPR, head injuries, fractures and burns. Costs around 1090 kroner and can also be joined online.

Vækerøveien 205, 0751 Oslo

A two-hour first aid course for children and infants at Røa, vital knowledge for parents and grandparents. The course covers CPR, choking, allergic reactions and poisoning, and runs regularly in the evenings. Costs 650 kroner per person or 1290 for a couple.

Munkerudåsen 12A, 1165 Oslo

A baby massage course at Nordstrand over five sessions, in small groups of four to six parents with babies. Through the massage you learn each other's non-verbal language and strengthen the bond, with theory on touch and interaction alongside the massage strokes. Costs 1750 kroner.

Haakon VII's gate 2, 0161 Oslo

A song and sign course combining familiar melodies with baby signs, for children from about 4 months to 2 years. Ten-week courses in the Oslo Philharmonic MusikkRom in Vika and in Jens Bjelkes gate at Tøyen, plus dedicated drop-in sessions. The songs repeat weekly with a new theme, such as family, clothes, food and toys.

Refstadveien 70, 0589 Oslo

A regular program at Deichman Bjerke for babies and parents every Wednesday at 12: the group gathers to read great picture books together, followed by coffee and socializing with others on leave.

Strandpromenaden 2, 0252 Oslo

On the last Friday of every month at 2pm there is a guided tour for parents with children up to two years old. The tour moves at a calm pace and adapts to participants big and small, and it is included in the entrance ticket. There is room for 30 on a first-come basis, so arrive in good time. The museum recommends a baby carrier rather than a stroller.

Brynjulf Bulls plass 3, 0250 Oslo

On the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm there is a baby tour of the exhibitions, arranged for carers on parental leave who want a bit of cultural nourishment. The tour itself is free, but the adult needs a valid museum ticket. Sign-up happens at the information desk in the Vestibule on the day, and places are limited. Strollers can be parked in the museum basement.

Nydalsveien 17, 0484 Oslo

A group class for parents on parental leave, where the baby comes into the studio with you and either lies on a mat on the floor or stays in the stroller. The session is strength and conditioning, with supporting exercises for the body after birth. Mondays at 11:00, Wednesdays at 12:00 and Fridays at 11:00, with room for 15. A ten-class pass costs NOK 1,449 and drop-in NOK 179; a regular membership also gives access, and it applies across the Functional Fitness Group centres. Times and prices are from the XT Oslo class page, checked 12 August 2026 - check the timetable before you go.

Økernveien 115, 0579 Oslo

The same class as at XT Oslo in Nydalen, but at Løren and with fewer places: parents on parental leave train strength and conditioning with the baby in the studio, on a mat on the floor or in the stroller. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00, with room for 12. A ten-class pass costs NOK 1,449 and drop-in NOK 179; a regular membership also gives access, and it applies across the Functional Fitness Group centres. Times and prices are from the XT Løren class page, checked 12 August 2026 - check the timetable before you go.

Cecilie Thoresens vei 17, 1153 Oslo

A pedagogical play centre for children up to age 6 at Lambertseter shopping centre, with zones inspired by the continents, a ball pit, a slide and role play. Made for the youngest and easy to keep an eye on, so it works well on parental leave with a baby who has just started crawling or walking. Open weekdays 9am-7pm and weekends 8am-8pm; booking is recommended.