Be Astonished By The Oslo Opera House

Be Astonished By The Oslo Opera House
Giuseppe
Giuseppe 
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The Opera House is one of the main symbols of Oslo, an unforgettable postcard of a city that will surprise you with its contemporary architecture and cultural experiences. At the Oslo Opera House you will enjoy a complete travel experience, indeed this contemporary temple of arts is not merely an Opera stage.

The Opera House reveals a deep concept of the artistic experience, which is expressed in an architectural masterpiece, amazing performance programme, and two refined restaurants.

Admire a floating palace facing an enchanting landscape

be astonished by the oslo opera house | admire a floating palace facing an enchanting landscape

The Opera House of Oslo is located in the Bjorvika area, a two minute walk from the Oslo Central Station (Oslo S). The building itself is really worth your visit, in fact walking along its walls is a study in contemporary art made indirectly by the artists and architects who collaborated to design it.

The Opera House was built between 2003 and 2007. This architectural gem has been appreciated around the world for for the use of materials and technologies used to build it. Additionally, it won accolades from the World Architecture Festival and the European Union Prize of Contemporary Architecture.

Have a walk along the Opera House and admire an astonishing landscape

be astonished by the oslo opera house | have a walk along the opera house and admire an astonishing landscape

One feature that makes this location a must see during your trip to Oslo is the surrounding landscape. The building has been designed to allow visitors to enjoy pleasant walks along its exterior. Here, you can walk along different ramps leading to a terrace where you can enjoy a terrific view of the Oslo fjords and all its little islands.

The exterior surface is covered with the renowned Italian marble of Carrara and white granite and the windows surrounding the whole structure are made of a special glass, highlighting the nearness of the water. The interior is characterized by oak wood panels accurately selected to give a sense of warmth to the building.

Enjoy several exciting activities at the Opera House

be astonished by the oslo opera house | enjoy several exciting activities at the opera house

The Opera House hosts the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet and the National Opera Theater in Norway. You can sink into the music of the great masters of Western Music, as such as Mozart,Tchaikovsky, Gluck, and Verdi performed by extraordinarily talented artists.

At the Oslo Opera House you can experience hours of culture through many different activities as such as a guided tour through the facility, shopping at the Opera shop, and a pleasant break at one of its refined restaurants.

There are two food and drink sites: the Restaurant Argent and the Sanguine Brasserie & Bar. These restaurants are located, respectively, to the right and left of the Opera Foyer. The Sanguine Brasserie & Bar is located along a wide window facing the Oslo Fjord, and here you can enjoy your meal looking at the seagulls flying above the waves.

Don't miss a visit to the Opera House, a contemporary temple of art

Your visit to the Opera House will be a complete travel experience. Here you can enjoy a typical fish dish at one of the refined restaurants and attend at an unforgettable opera or ballet. The Opera House is an architectural gem floating on a blue deep sea. It is a contemporary jewel nestled in the Oslo Fjord.

The Official website will inform you about the seasonal programmes.

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Meet Giuseppe, an Italian musician and avid traveler. Born in Sicily, he soaked in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes before moving to Rome at 17 to pursue Jazz music studies, culminating...Read more

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