Product Description

This "Berlitz Pocket Guide" is all you will need to make the most of your visit to Norway's vibrant and affluent capital city. Major attractions such as the Munch Museum, the National Theatre, the Akershus Fortress and Castle and the Forests of Nordmarka are detailed within colour-coded sections that enable you to find the information you need quickly. Oslo is an easy city to get around, so whether you are walking or using the city's effective public transport system you will find the attractions described in this guide accessible.Full colour fold-out maps provide instant orientation wherever you are in the city. The best places to shop and dine are detailed, including Karl Johan's Gate, along with details of local specialities and useful phrases for ordering food and drinks. A calendar of events allows you to plan your visit around the things you really want to do and a climate table helps you to pack accordingly, as in Oslo, weather is no obstacle for taking part in popular outdoor activities, such as hiking in the marka and sailing on the fjord. Handy travel tips cover everything from local airports and car rentals, to accommodation for all budgets, making this travel guide a necessity for all.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #66526 in Books
• Published on: 2007-09-30
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

Customer Reviews

Better than nothing but at least buy a map to go with it
The major lack in this guide is a decent map. Do not get me wrong, there are maps in the front and the back but none offers a clear overview of Oslo.

First of all, many streets remain unnamed. In addition, there is no matrix overlay nor an index so even if an address is mentioned inside the guide it might prove quite the challenge to find its exact location.

Another small remark is that when it comes to admission fees it just limits itself to free/not free. It could not have been that difficult to at least give some ball park estimate.

It does offer a nice overview of all landmarks and things to visit in the city.

Bottom case: if it is this guide or no guide, take it but do buy a decent map with it. Otherwise, better alternatives probably exist.