Fram Museum
Museum · Bygdøy, Oslo

Fram Museum

Photo: Tore Storm Halvorsen · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The museum centers on the wooden ship Fram, built for Fridtjof Nansen's Arctic expedition and later used by Roald Amundsen to reach the South Pole. Visitors board the vessel to see cabins, engine rooms and supplies from the voyages. Nearby displays cover other polar expeditions and equipment.

On day 2 of Oslo: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Check the official website for current admission prices.
Time needed
Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Visit on weekdays to avoid larger groups.
Getting there
Take the ferry from central Oslo to Bygdøy or use bus routes serving the peninsula.

Itineraries with Fram Museum

Day 2 of Oslo: Weekend Escape

Bygdøy

How Fram Museum fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Fram MuseumBygdøy
  2. 12:30Norwegian Museum of Cultural HistoryBygdøy
  3. 15:00Kon-Tiki MuseumBygdøy
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Fram Museum questions

What is the Fram Museum?

It is a museum in Oslo that preserves the polar exploration ship Fram and shows its history through exhibits and onboard access.

How long does a visit to the Fram Museum take?

Most visitors spend 1 to 2 hours exploring the ship and displays.

Is the Fram Museum suitable for children?

Yes, the ship interior and hands-on elements appeal to families with older children.

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