The Best Local Bars in Oslo

Are you looking for the best local bars in Oslo? Our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for great conversations and even better drinks. Sip local and international beers at Beer Palace or have amazing cocktails at Posthallen Drinkhub. For a relaxed atmosphere check out Galgen and many other local gems here for a perfect evening in the city.

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Our Locals' Favorite Bars

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Our local in Oslo

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Our local in Oslo

You?

Eva

Our local in Oslo

Sinead

Our local in Oslo

Miranda Myrodia

Our local in Oslo

Bendik

Our local in Oslo

Glenn

Our local in Oslo

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Why not just trust our Locals?

Synne

Our local in Oslo

Rodrigo

Our local in Oslo

You?

Eva

Our local in Oslo

Sinead

Our local in Oslo

Miranda Myrodia

Our local in Oslo

Bendik

Our local in Oslo

Glenn

Our local in Oslo

29 Hidden Gems

Territoriet

Cosy intimate wine bar

"Territoriet" in Oslo is a small and intimate wine bar that makes me feel like I'm sitting in my own living room - just with one of 400 different wines!

Bars

Eva

Taucar

Apr 26, 2025

Melahuset

The home of Melafestivalen

"Melahuset" is one of the flagships of Oslo's live music scene and home of the famous Melafestivalen...

Art & culture

Bars

Music

Rodrigo

Braz Vieira

Apr 24, 2025

SALT

Arts, concerts and sauna - triple treat!

"SALT" has been a great addition to the cultural scene in Oslo. It is a combination of art, music and food - and they offer different kinds of sauna...

Art & culture

Bars

Relaxing

Restaurants

Bendik

Bryde

Apr 15, 2025

Gråbein Bar

Neighbourhood hangout

"Gråbein Bar" in Oslo is a true local bar - it's just like the cool hangout they have on the TV series 'Friends'! Come with your friend, lover, dog or mum!

Bars

Music

Eva

Taucar

Apr 15, 2025

Frogner Kino

The golden age of cinema

Here you can discover Norwegian films, foreign films, cult classics, regular 35mm screenings and family matinees. They also organize special film events.

Bars

Cinema

Snacks

Synne

Dalen

Apr 7, 2025

Posthallen Drinkhub

Mixology in a post office

Under one roof, you'll find a diverse selection of venues. Navigate the grand halls to discover everything from aquavit and whiskey to exotic cocktails.

Bars

Synne

Dalen

Apr 7, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Oslo

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Synne

Rodrigo

You?

Eva

Sinead

Miranda Myrodia

Bendik

Glenn

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Synne

Rodrigo

You?

Eva

Sinead

Miranda Myrodia

Bendik

Glenn

Territoriet

Cosy intimate wine bar

Eva

Taucar

Melahuset

The home of Melafestivalen

Rodrigo

Braz Vieira

SALT

Arts, concerts and sauna - triple treat!

Bendik

Bryde

Gråbein Bar

Neighbourhood hangout

Eva

Taucar

Frogner Kino

The golden age of cinema

Synne

Dalen

Posthallen Drinkhub

Mixology in a post office

Synne

Dalen

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