{"id":3534,"date":"2016-11-24T03:49:23","date_gmt":"2016-11-24T03:49:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.diningtraveler.com\/?p=3534"},"modified":"2016-11-24T03:49:23","modified_gmt":"2016-11-24T03:49:23","slug":"exploring-norway-oslo-the-fjords","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diningtraveler.com\/2016\/11\/exploring-norway-oslo-the-fjords.html","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Norway: Oslo and The Fjords"},"content":{"rendered":"
Last year, when I went to Denmark with my two best friends from college (read about it here<\/a>), we also\u00a0had a blast exploring Norway for a few days. The experience was unlike any other. Norway is easily one of the most beautiful countries I have ever been too. Oslo, the capital, is an easy to navigate city, but it\u2019s the fjords north of the country that you really want to visit. Norway\u2019s fjords are these long, majestic waterways that flow in between gorgeous, rocky high cliffs. From Oslo, you can take the train north and stay in various towns along the fjords. After much discussion, we choose to stay in two different towns, each for one night. Keep reading to learn how you can replicate our trip and experience the wonder of the Norwegian fjords.<\/p>\n Oslo:<\/strong> Guldsmeden Hotel<\/a>. This cute hotel is in the center of the city, which makes it very easy to get to and from places while exploring Norway. Rooms are cozy, and breakfast is complimentary.<\/p>\n Fjords:<\/strong><\/p>\n Oslo:<\/strong> Take a self-guided walking tour! Start out at Aker Brygge, a steel and glass complex on the waterfront, where Oslo\u2019s old shipbuilding used to take place. The complex houses lots of restaurants and shops, so you can fuel up for a day of walking. Next, walk to Radhuset, the Oslo City Hall, then Akershus Castle & Fortress. Then head over to Karl Johans Gate, a lovely long street where you will see lots of shops, a lovely 17th century cathedral, parliament, and the royal palace. Oslo:<\/p>\n Bergen:<\/p>\n The Verdict:<\/strong><\/em> Norway is an enchanting country, and the scenery will blow your mind. For those looking to marvel at something, the fjords are for you.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
Exploring Norway: Where to Stay<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n
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\n\u2022 Bergen:<\/strong> Scandic Strand<\/a>. This lovely hotel is right in the center of Bergen, which is ideal for walking around and exploring the city. It is clean and very reasonably priced.<\/p>\nExploring Norway: What to do<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n
\nFjords:<\/strong> Norway in a Nutshell <\/a>offers fantastic train and boat tours through Norway\u2019s stunning fjords.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
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Exploring Norway: Where to Eat<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n
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