OSLO NIGHTLIFE

Oslo is packed with an overwhelming combination of Bars,Clubs,Cafés,Restaurants & Theatres and Operas! The most popular areas for nightlife is Karl Johan's Gate,Grønland,Storgata and Majorstua. Norway does not allow smoking in restaurants, clubs or bars. Nightclubs are often open until 3 a.m,with the entrance ages over 18 & 21, but in some places, you have to be 23 or 25. You will discover most theatres in the area of Majorstua. The most popular theatre here is called the Coloseum, which has very good sound and visual quality. Others include The National Theatre & Vika. In Storgata, be expected to find Opera & Classical Houses/Venues.

Listed below are some examples:

BARS

BOB'S BAR

Well-known pub. Laid back and reasonable rates for beers.

Address: Grønland 1, 0190, Oslo
Tel: +47 404 70 863.

SMUDGET

Very popular nightclub, restaurant & bar all in one! Boasts 7 bars with 3 floors, playing various music. Closed on Sundays.

Address: Rosenkrantz Gate 22, 0160, Oslo
Tel: + 47 22 42 52 62
Fax: + 47 22 42 67 59
Website: www.smudget.no

THEATRES

THE NATIONAL THEATRE

The National Theatre opened in 1899. Situated by Karl Johan's Gate. Provides for those with hearing difficulties.

Address: Karl Johan's Gate, Oslo
Tel: + 47 22 00 14 00
Fax: + 47 22 00 16 90
Website: www.nationaltheatre.no

CAFES

GRAND CAFE

Located on the ground floor of the Grand Hotel. Edvard Munch and Henrik Ibsen used to dine here. Offers a la carte and bar. Open late evenings Mon-Sat.

Address: Karl Johan's Gate 31, 0101, Oslo
Tel: + 47 23 21 20 18
Fax: + 47 23 21 21 00
Website: www.grand.no

COCA VIKA

Coca Vika is a trendy cafe by the Town Hall where you can enjoy lunch outside with a view of the waterfront. Here you will find a fine selection of wines and a dinner menu which changes regularly. Sushi is a speciality.

Address: Dronning Mauds Gate 1,0250,Oslo
Tel: + 47 22 83 18 18
Website: www.eatout.no/coco

CLUBS

Blå

Live performances of Jazz music. One of the best in Scandinavia and has a large range of Jazz.

Address: Brenneriveien 9, 0182, Oslo.
Tel: + 47 22 20 91 81
Fax: + 47 22 11 04 39
Website: www.blx.no

JACKSON NIGHTCLUB

Here is a good club in Oslo's city centre, music is mostly 80s with some house. There is also a jukebox and karaoke. Minimum Age is 20.

Address: Karl Johans Gate 10,Oslo