Self-guided route in Oslo
Cocktail Crawl: Oslos best bars
Lets visit all the best cocktail bars in one evening! Pro tip: Skip the last stop, and you'll find yourself right at the heart of the action when the tour wraps up.
6 stops from Bettola to Vannskrekk, starting 18:00, about 45 minutes of travel between stops.
The stops in order
- 1
18:00 · Cocktail bar
Bettola
This Italian cocktail bar is inspired by the Italian aperitivo tradition, and it’s a popular classic down at the bottom of Grünerløkka. Expect a relaxed, informal and cozy vibe, with beautiful interiors that give off a 60s feel. There are plenty of tables for two, making it one of our top picks for first date spots in Oslo thanks to its charming atmosphere.
Then walk about 8 min to the next stop (directions).
- 2
18:45 · Cocktail bar
Torggata Botaniske
This cocktail bar is famous for its lush interior filled with plants and its relaxed vibe. Greenery stretches from one corner of the ceiling to the other, creating a true jungle feel. Here you’ll find fresh botanical cocktails from their seasonally changing menu. If you’re looking for a place that combines flavors like you’ve never tasted before, this is an absolute must try!
Then walk about 4 min to the next stop (directions).
- 3
19:30 · Cocktail bar
Himkok
Behind an unassuming door on Storgata you’ll find Himkok – one of the world’s best bars, ranked number 11 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 and winner of the Bareksten Best Bar Design Award the same year. They distill their own vodka, gin and aquavit, and the cocktails surprise with flavors like sea buckthorn, quince and carrot cake. The space blends speakeasy vibes with Scandinavian design, creating a down to earth and inclusive atmosphere. It’s a place we love coming back to again and again.
Then walk about 4 min to the next stop (directions).
- 4
20:15 · Bar
Angst
In the narrow passage of Strøget, you’ll find a small bar with big personality! It’s dark, intimate and edgy in just the right way, with neon signs, art on the walls and speakers pumping everything from deep house to hip hop and guilty pleasures. It’s just as perfect for grabbing a beer and having a chat as it is for dancing the weekend away. You’ll find a great mix of regulars, DJs and people who just stumbled in and never left. The vibe is honest, energetic and real – and that’s exactly why people keep coming back.
Then walk about 5 min to the next stop (directions).
- 5
21:00 · Cocktail bar
Svanen
This bar has a history dating all the way back to the 1800s, when the space was originally a pharmacy. It still looks almost exactly the same, a beautifully preserved piece of the past. The space is divided into smaller sections, perfect for a more private and cozy atmosphere. The cocktail menu is extensive, featuring a variety of signature creations along with all the classics. They ferment their own strawberries, brew house made ginger beer and use old medicinal herbs as ingredients in their cocktails and drinks. Instead of loud music, you’ll be greeted by smooth background tunes like old school soul, funk and RnB.
Then walk about 24 min to the next stop (directions).
- 6
22:15 · Cocktail bar
Vannskrekk
[Permanently closed] This bar, just a short walk from the sea, boasts one of Oslo’s freshest interiors and a beautiful outdoor seating area. A must visit during the summer months! The drink menu is full of tempting options, and their slush is a favorite on the hottest days. The decor takes you back to grandparents’ summer holidays on the French Riviera in the 70s and 80s. Classic orange stripes mix with pool blue from floor to ceiling and brown leather under a sparkling disco ball – creative and refreshingly unique.
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