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Vaterland in Oslo

Things to Do in Vaterland, Oslo

A central Oslo neighborhood located north of Oslo Central Station, bordering Jernbanetorget and the Akerselva river. It contains Oslo Bus Terminal, the Oslo City and Byporten shopping centers, and Oslo Spektrum.

A central Oslo neighborhood located north of Oslo Central Station, bordering Jernbanetorget and the Akerselva river. It contains Oslo Bus Terminal, the Oslo City and Byporten shopping centers, and Oslo Spektrum.

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  • Annis OslobuktaAnnis OslobuktaSpecialty Store
  • Oslo Mekaniske VerkstedOslo Mekaniske VerkstedPub
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Top things to do in Vaterland

  • Annis Oslobukta in Vaterland, Oslo

    Annis Oslobukta

    4.9 · 171
    Specialty Store

    A well-stocked butchery, fishmonger, and cheesemonger in Bjørvika known for its selection of aged meats, high-end seafood, and deli items.

    Mon–Wed
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Thu–Fri
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Norwegian Rain in Vaterland, Oslo

    Norwegian Rain

    Boutique

    A high-quality designer store in Oslo's Paleet mall, known for its Nordic and Japanese minimalist style clothing, lighting, and furniture.

    Mon–Wed
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Thu
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Vaterland

  • Maaemo in Vaterland, Oslo

    Maaemo

    Michelin ★★★
    Scandinavian· kr 1,000+

    Time seems to stand still at Maaemo, where a dramatic, high-ceilinged dining room comes with a theatrically lit open kitchen and a wool-draped wall made of offcuts from national folk costumes. The surprise tasting menu comprises a…

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Oslo Mekaniske Verksted in Vaterland, Oslo

    Oslo Mekaniske Verksted

    4.5 · 2.0k
    Pub· kr 100–200

    Relaxed, industrial-chic bar with exposed ceiling girders, bare brick walls & mismatched furniture.

    Mon–Tue
    3 PM – 12:30 AM
    Wed–Fri
    3 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    3 PM – 12:30 AM
  • Neongrut in Vaterland, Oslo

    Neongrut

    4.8 · 595
    Coffee Shop· kr 1–100

    A local independent vegan coffee shop in Oslo known for its coffee-based drinks, Norwegian pastries, and light bites like cakes and sandwiches.

    Mon–Tue
    7 AM – 7 PM
    Wed–Fri
    7 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 7 PM
  • Talormade in Vaterland, Oslo

    Talormade

    4.5 · 820
    Donut Shop· kr 1–100

    Colorful, eclectic cafe offering specialty coffee drinks & housemade donuts in imaginative flavors.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 8 PM
  • Vaaghals in Vaterland, Oslo

    Vaaghals

    4.6 · 1.6k
    Scandinavian· kr 1,000+

    One of the city’s modern ‘barcode’ buildings plays host to this bright, relaxed restaurant, where an open kitchen affords views of the chefs, and a terrace is on-hand to make the most of the warmer weather.

    Mon
    5 PM – 11:30 PM
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 11:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Varemottaket in Vaterland, Oslo

    Varemottaket

    Restaurant· kr 1,000+

    Pumping music and a relaxed, friendly team ensure there’s always a fun vibe at this tiny restaurant situated behind the Annis Pølsemakeri butchery and farm shop.

    Mon–Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 5 PM
  • Papegøye in Vaterland, Oslo

    Papegøye

    4.8 · 591
    Coffee Shop· kr 1–100

    A coffee shop in Urtegata on Grønland in Oslo, opened by barista Anton Söderman and Adil Khan.

    Mon–Tue
    7 AM – 7 PM
    Wed–Fri
    7 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 7 PM
  • Evita Espressobar in Vaterland, Oslo

    Evita Espressobar

    4.7 · 721
    Coffee Shop· kr 100–200
    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Vaterland Bar & Scene in Vaterland, Oslo

    Vaterland Bar & Scene

    4.6 · 922
    Bar· kr 200–300
    Mon–Thu
    2 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    1 PM – 3:30 AM
    Sat
    1 PM – 3:30 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 12 AM
  • Stock in Vaterland, Oslo

    Stock

    4.5 · 994
    Bistro· kr 1,000+

    A restaurant in Oslo's Barcode area near the Opera, known for its varied menu including seafood like halibut, scallops, monkfish, and red fish, as well as venison croquettes and tartare.

  • Sultan Oslo food & sweets مطعم و حلويات السلطان اوسلو in Vaterland, Oslo

    Sultan Oslo food & sweets مطعم و حلويات السلطان اوسلو

    4.7 · 2.1k
    Middle Eastern· kr 100–200
    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 3 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 4 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 4 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 3 AM
  • anam cara [soul friend] in Vaterland, Oslo

    anam cara [soul friend]

    4.7 · 137
    Cocktail Bar· kr 200-500

    A bar offering seasonal, cocktail, wine, and snack menus, known for hosting various events and parties.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    4 PM – 11:30 PM
    Fri
    4 PM – 12:30 AM
    Sat
    4 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Tasty Thai Grønland in Vaterland, Oslo

    Tasty Thai Grønland

    4.8 · 355
    Thai· kr 200-300
    Mon–Thu
    3 PM – 9:30 PM
    Fri
    3 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    3 PM – 11 PM
  • Hungry Birds in Vaterland, Oslo

    Hungry Birds

    4.5 · 789
    Shawarma· kr 100-200
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Map of Vaterland with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Maaemo
  2. 2Annis Oslobukta
  3. 3Oslo Mekaniske Verksted
  4. 4Neongrut
  5. 5Talormade
  6. 6Vaaghals
  7. 7Varemottaket
  8. 8Papegøye
  9. 9Evita Espressobar
  10. 10Vaterland Bar & Scene

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