Slottsparken surrounds the Royal Palace at Slottsplassen 1 in central Oslo. Its paths pass lawns, seasonal flowerbeds, mature trees and sculptures, with a pond where you can pause to watch the ducks. The park is a calm place for a walk or a break between city sights. Look out for sculptures based on schoolchildren’s drawings, as well as the gazebo set among flowers. Autumn brings colorful foliage; in winter, the park takes on a stark, snow-covered look.
Sculptures, pond and gazebo
The park’s sculptures are spread through its green spaces. Among them are works based on schoolchildren’s drawings, a detail to look for as you follow the paths. Elsewhere, a pond and ducks offer a quiet place to sit, while a gazebo stands among the flowers.
Trees and seasonal changes
Slottsparken has mature trees, lawns and flowerbeds that change through the seasons. Autumn brings colored leaves; in winter, snow covers the park. Fungi can also be seen at certain times of year, and conservation work helps maintain the trees.
FAQ
Where is Slottsparken?
The park surrounds the Royal Palace at Slottsplassen 1 in Oslo.
What can you see in Slottsparken?
The park has tree-lined paths, seasonal flowerbeds, a pond with ducks, a gazebo and sculptures, including works based on schoolchildren’s drawings.
When is a good time to visit Slottsparken?
Visit in autumn for colorful foliage. Winter brings a snow-covered view of the park.
