Leave the city behind through Sogn, glacier landscapes, art and coastal light.
A flexible self-drive idea: spend time with Oslo's architecture and museums, follow the Sogn route toward Fjærland and Jølster, and settle in by the water at KYN.
Walk Karl Johans gate towards Nationaltheatret and the Royal Palace. Public palace tours are seasonal; the building and Palace Park are prominent city landmarks. Include a separate stop at the National Museum for art and design.
Royal Palace visitor information · National MuseumVisit Vigeland Sculpture Park within Frogner Park. If Viking history is central to your trip, remember that the Viking Ship Museum is closed while the new Museum of the Viking Age is being built; the Historical Museum provides an alternative for Viking objects.
Vigeland park · Oslo and the VikingsThe former National Gallery is not the current visitor entrance to its collections; use the National Museum. Verify Nationaltheatret's performance programme separately if you intend to see a play.
Chef Ole Jonny Eikefjord is associated with these Oslo restaurants. KYN does not claim a partnership, special access, discount or reservation service.
Restaurant at Stortingsgata 24/26, by Hotel Continental and Nationaltheatret. Check menu and reservations directly.
Visit restaurantItalian restaurant in Østbanehallen, Jernbanetorget 1, close to the central station.
Visit restaurantRestaurant in Stortingsgata 16, beside Christiania Teater. Check table availability directly with the venue.
Visit restaurantTravel towards the Sognefjord region. Let the navigation system determine your actual crossing and stops on the selected date; do not assume the shortest route is the most scenic.
Visit the Norwegian Glacier Museum to understand the landscape, with an optional viewpoint visit to Bøyabreen. Glacier terrain is hazardous; remain in safe visitor areas unless with an appropriate professional guide.
Glacier museumChoose Astruptunet for art and landscape, and the art museum in Førde if it is open. The Førde museum lists a 2026 renovation closure from 28 September through 6 November.
Astruptunet · Art museumContinue from Førde to KYN by the Sea at Stavangvegen 34, 6944 Stavang. Check-in is from 15:00; allow time for the places you choose to visit along the way.
Explore four private seaside houses; boat rental is a bookable option, not included automatically. Pair the drive with a few unhurried days on the coast.
