Autumn in Oslo: Top 5 Experiences

Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, a foodie, or simply someone who enjoys wandering at the harbour, Oslo offers an endless oppertunities to live a little or a lot this season. 

Here’s how to make the most of autumn in Norway’s lively capital.

1.  Visit Astrup Fearnley Museet 

Right on the edge of the Oslofjord at Tjuvholmen, Astrup Fearnley Museet is a destination in itself. The striking Renzo Piano design feels like a sculpture on the water, and inside you’ll find bold contemporary art that challenges, surprises, and inspires. From world-renowned names to fresh new voices, the mix of permanent works and temporary exhibitions makes every visit feel different. 

2.Roseslottet – History in Gold

High above Oslo, near Holmenkollen, the golden art installation Roseslottet shines brightly. Created by renowned Norwegian artists Vebjørn and Eimund Sand, it stands as a powerful symbol of freedom and human rights. An artistic and historical experience that adds depth to the autumn season. 

3. Find inner calm in THIEF Spa

Relax and recharge in surroundings of THIEF Spa. Take a soothing swim in our 12-metre heated pool, unwind in the Finnish sauna, and let the calm atmosphere do the rest. This season, treat yourself to our bestseller Autumn Escape – a package that includes a 45-minute Energizing Massage and 60 minutes of spa entrance. The massage is designed to boost circulation and help you feel more alert, focused, and revitalized. Whether you’re looking for a quiet swim, a moment of silence, or a relaxing treatment, THIEF SPA is the place to reset and find your inner calm. 

4. Walk through Ekeberg Park 

For art in nature, Ekeberg Park offers a blend of sculptures, walking trails, and some of the best views of Oslo. The park is home to works by international artists, all set against a backdrop of forest and open spaces. It’s an ideal place for a brisk autumn walk while taking in both culture and scenery. 

5.  Sauna – KOK Sauna Cruise
A sauna floating on the fjord, surrounded by the spectacular autumn colors of the Oslo archipelago. The KOK Sauna Cruise is magical year-round, but there’s something truly special about experiencing it in autumn, when the air is crisp, the leaves change color, and the city slows into a calmer rhythm.

Whether you’re with friends, family, or colleagues, this is an experience that blends warmth and wellbeing with nature’s most beautiful autumn backdrop. Let your shoulders drop as you drift slowly between the islands, watch the light dance across the water – and when you dare, dive into the refreshing fjord straight from the sauna.

The journey itself is the experience: a slow-paced cruise, the clear autumn air, and the heat of the sauna making the contrast with the cool fjord water simply irresistible.