One of the best things about being in a new city is ferreting out the coolest sights, local hangouts, and neighborhood gems.  For me, it ads spice to life and makes it worth living.  (Doing the “same old, same old” every day seems deadly dull, which is why I was ready for a change after 30 years in Chicago.)  So for those of you are considering a visit to Oslo, or for those of you who may have recently immigrated here yourself, below are a few posts highlighting some of our favorite nearby spots and moments of discovery.

Museums / Sights

• Oscarsborg Fortress
• Norwegian Resistance
• Christmas at the Castle
• Oslo City Hall
• Viking Ships
• Hadeland Glass Factory

Outdoor Activities

• Hiking to Haslumseter & Stumbling upon Snakes
• Autumn in the Østmarka
• Ullevålseter Summer Hike
• Kayakaing in the Oslo Fjord
• Biking Along Oslo’s Fjord
• Skiing to Ullevålseter
• Tryvann Trek
• Oslo’s Islands
• Ekeberg Parken
• A Walk at Sognsvann

Neighborhood Stuff

• Dining at Dyna Fyr Lighthouse
• Bokbacka Restaurant
• Spring Strolls & Flea Markets
• Valentine’s Day & Holmenkollen’s Biathlon
• My Frogner Neighborhood