34 Best Places to Shop in Oslo, Norway

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Oslo is the best place in the country for buying anything Norwegian. Popular souvenirs include knitwear, wood and ceramic trolls, cheese slicers, boxes with rosemaling, gold and silver jewelry, items made from pewter, smoked salmon, caviar, akvavit, chocolate, and geitost, the sweet brown goat cheese that can be found in just about every Norwegian kitchen. Norway is famous for its colorful hand-knit wool sweaters, and even mass-produced (machine-knit) models are of top quality. Prices are regulated, and they are always lower than buying a Norwegian sweater abroad.

Prices in Norway, as in all of Scandinavia, are generally much higher than in other European countries. Prices of handmade articles, such as knitwear, are controlled, making comparison shopping pointless. Otherwise, shops have both sales and specials—look for the words salg and tilbud. Almost all shops are closed Sunday (by law, only shops 100 square meter or smaller can be open).

Aker Brygge Shopping

Aker Brygge

A waterside pedestrian paradise with more than 30 high-end boutiques and an equal number of upscale bars and restaurants, this renovated shipyard is where Oslo hangs out, especially for after-work beers in summer.

Brocante

Sentrum

Hidden behind a red-and-white awning, this cluttered secondhand store is mostly filled with goods from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. You'll spot plenty of gems here among the stacks of knickknacks.

Stensberggata 19, Oslo, 0170, Norway
958–66–671
Shopping Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Fri.

Børresen Homannsbyen Antikk og brukt

Frogner
Let loose in this enormous emporium filled with crystal, china, and other treasures. It ships overseas on request.

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Damms Antikvariat

Frogner

Antiquarian manuscripts, books, and maps are available from this bookstore, which first opened in 1843.

David-Andersen

Sentrum

In business since 1876, Norway's best-known goldsmith creates stunning designs in silver as well.

Fjong

Sentrum

Trust the chic and stylish Scandinavians to be at the forefront of a movement that allows a fashion-hungry generation to save money and preserve the planet. The face of sustainable designer fashion, Fjong is a dressing service, once stationed in Oslo and now living online, that lets you rent clothing for four days. When you're finished, put them in the protective case they arrived in and send them back. It's a great idea for travelers who want a great look waiting for them.

Frøken Dianas Salonger

Grünerløkka
Here you'll find hand-picked fashions, jewelry, accessories, and shoes from the last century or so.

FWSS

Sentrum

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer. This Norwegian brand is characterized by its no-fuss approach to fashion. The chic natural stone interior of the store in Oslo's Promenaden Fashion District reflects its dedication to simple pieces that build a timeless wardrobe for all seasons.

Gabel Antikviteter

Frogner
The name means "fork," and you will find some fascinating tableware at this higgledy-piggledy shop, along with porcelain, tapestries, and more from both country and city households. Call ahead, as there are no fixed hours.

Galleri Gimle

Frogner
Specializing in 18th-century furniture and chandeliers, this place is worth poking your nose in even if you can't carry it home with you.

GlasMagasinet

Sentrum

Opposite the cathedral, the chic GlasMagasinet is filled with stores selling handcrafted items made of glass, silver, and pewter, as well as other high-end materials.

Hasla

Grünerløkka
Norway's natural wonders are the inspiration behind these modern yet timeless pieces. A family business since 1980, it creates jewelry in its own studio deep in the Setesdal Valley.

Heimen Husfliden

Sentrum

One of the country's finest stores for handmade goods---known locally as just Husfliden---has a large selection of beautifully made pewter, ceramics, textiles, and clothing. There's also bunad, the national costume. Items like felt boots and slippers make great souvenirs.

Rosenkrantz' gt. 20, Oslo, 0160, Norway
22–42–10–75

Heyerdahl

Sentrum

This sleek jeweler and watchmaker has a beautiful location on Karl Johans Gate.

Indiska

Sentrum

This popular Swedish chain sells colorful clothing and accessories for women, as well as small pieces of furniture and household items.

Karl Johans gt. 6, Oslo, 0154, Norway
22–42–65–00
Shopping Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

Juvelér Langaard

Sentrum
As chic as they come, this family-run business creates timeless, one-of-a-kind pieces with precious metals and rare gemstones. It also sells brands like Shamballa Jewels and Pomellato.

Kunstnernes Hus

Sentrum

This gallery exhibits contemporary art and hosts the annual Autumn Exhibition. It also has a bar-restaurant that's a weekend hot spot for artists and local celebrities, and the in-house bookstore impresses with its local and global works.

Litteraturhuset

Sentrum

Behind the Royal Palace and close to Kunstnernes Hus, the House of Literature has a café, a restaurant, a bar, and a good bookstore. You'll likely find young writers diligently working here over coffee.

Mette Møller

Sentrum

This Norwegian women's fashion brand has an ultrafeminine style and an emphasis on sustainable practices. It's designed to be both stylish and durable.

Norli

Sentrum

One of the largest bookstores in Norway, Norli also has a selection of English-language volumes.

Norlis Antiquarian

Sentrum
Opening its doors in 1890, this serene emporium's walls are moaning under the sheer weight of classic first editions from Norway and around the world. A second floor is stacked to the rafters with more vintage books, antique maps, and other artifacts.
Universitetsgata 18, Oslo, Norway
22–20–01–40

Norway Designs

Sentrum

If you love Scandinavian design, this venerable retailer stocks art glass, ceramics, silver, and plenty of household items.

Norway Shop

Sentrum

Norway Shop has three locations along the square behind City Hall. It stocks a large selection of sweaters and blanket coats.

Oslo City

Sentrum
In the center of the city, this sleek shopping center is your last chance for picking up a few items before boarding your train at Oslo Central Station.

Paleet

Sentrum
Between the Parliament and the Royal Palace, this glittering shopping arcade has the feel of a high-end department store like London's Harrods.

Paleet

Sentrum

The elegant Paleet on Karl Johans Gate opens up into a grand, marbled atrium and has many high-end clothing, accessories, and food stores—and there are good restaurants in the basement.

Probat

Grünerløkka

Grünerløkka still has some hip little boutiques. Probat, for instance, sells cool Norwegian T-shirts.

Thorvald Meyers gt. 54, Oslo, 0552, Norway
22–35–20–70
Shopping Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.

Robot

Grünerløkka
Quirky and advice-filled attendants help guide you through the magical rows of vintage clothes. Everything here is affordably priced.
Korsgata 22, Oslo, 0554, Norway
22–71–99–00

Steen and Strøm

Sentrum
On a gorgeous cobblestone street, the exterior of Steen and Strøm is a line of storefronts featuring high-end Scandinavian retailers. Inside is a more traditional mall with countless well-known brands focusing on clothing for men, women, and children. Downstairs is a sprawling food court with local chains.

Sugar Shop Smykkestudio

Sentrum

On the edge of Sentrum, this shop, workshop, and gallery focuses on Norwegian design and craftsmanship. Many of the pieces in the relaxed showroom are one of a kind.