Oslo Natural History Museum

Nestled in the heart of Norway, the Natural History Museum is a treasure trove with the country's largest collection of natural science objects. With a staggering 6.2 million items, it accounts for 65% of Norway's entire natural history collections. Many of these fascinating collections are on display for the public in the Botanical Gardens and the museum spaces there. Besides the ongoing research, keeping these collections fresh and up-to-date is a big part of what the NHM is all about.

Collett's House, also known as the Zoological Museum, offers a mix of permanent and rotating exhibitions that are open to visitors. The entrance is through a sleek, modern pavilion labeled "Museum entrance," where you'll also find a cozy museum shop. While Brøger's House, the Geological Museum, is currently closed to the public, you can still catch many of its stellar exhibits over at Collett's House. Lids House, home to the Botanical Museum, is where the magic happens behind the scenes. It's filled with offices, herbaria, and archives, and is mainly used by researchers, so it's not open to the public.

The botanical garden is a sprawling 150-acre paradise, showcasing around 35,000 plants from approximately 7,500 species. It's a peaceful haven where you can wander through the two exhibition greenhouses, Palmehuset and Victoriahuset. Take a moment to breathe in the beauty and diversity of plant life from around the globe. The garden is not just a feast for the eyes; it's a place to learn and be inspired by the wonders of nature.