Watch now: Daily life in Oslo
Do you wonder what daily life in Oslo is like? Get a real look in this video from the Welcome to Oslo series.
What’s daily life in Oslo really like? In this video, Gabriella and Tobias give you the insider perspective on what day-to-day life in Norway's capital city is like.
From where to buy groceries to what it’s like navigating social norms, we hope this video gives you a realistic picture of life in Oslo!
What we cover:
- Where locals shop for affordable groceries (and how to save money)
- What “pant” means, and why Norwegians love recycling
- The do’s and don’ts of public transport etiquette
- What Janteloven is (and what that means for your everyday life)
- How cultural values like equality, trust, and friluftsliv shape daily life
- How diverse Oslo really is
- Where to eat and have fun in Oslo
- Why Oslo is truly a unique place to live
Whether you’ve just moved to Oslo or are still thinking about it, this is your guide to adjusting, settling in, and making this city your own.
This video was created for the Welcome to Oslo website, an English-language guide for internationals and newcomers from the Oslo Municipality (Oslo kommune).