Oslo

A handicraft and second-hand market taking place every Sunday all year round. Designers and craftsmen sell their handmade products, like ceramics, knit wear, glass, jewellery, paintings and soap. The market also hosts some second hand vendors offering clothing and shoes at bargain prices. Usually some street-food stalls are also present.

Paleet is located on the main street Karl Johan and is a classy department store with more than 30 luxury stores, most of which designer shops. Oslo’s largest book store, Tanum, is located within Paleet, as well as some interesting art work collections.

Norway Shop is perfect for tourists who wish to bring back home a small piece of Norway, and can be found right next to the City Hall. A great place to find typical Norwegian souvenirs such as knitwear and small trolls. The knitwear, fur and pewter are all made in Norway to guarantee high quality.

A travellers' paradise, Chillout is a one-of-a-kind shop, combining a bookshop, a travel agency, a travel gear shop and a cafe under the same roof. At the entrance level you will find all sorts of travel-related products and apparel while downstairs you will find their impressive travel books collection. The guides, maps and photography books are on sale but you are free to browse through them while sipping on one of the internationally-inspired hot beverage from the cafe.

Held every Sunday, all year round, this bric-a-brac market is worth to experience even if you are not planning to buy anything. Here you will find countless stalls selling a range of everything, from books and clothing to kitchen utensils and small pieces of furniture.

Aker Brygge is a popular neighbourhood for shopping and dining situated by the Oslo fjord. There are more than 30 stores selling fashion and design products, but also flowers, books, jewellery, home decor and cosmetics.

Located in Karl Johans street, in the heart of Oslo, Arkaden has 25 shops and cafes, with many special stores catering to the young.

One of the biggest shopping mall in Oslo and the most visited in Norway, Oslo City has more than 90 shops and eateries spread on five floors. Here you'll find shops selling everything from clothes, shoes and accessories to music, home decor and electronic devices.