Oslo

Gay Pride in Oslo, also known as Oslo Pride, usually takes place in June for about 10 days. You can expect exciting events, parties, and a fabulous Pride parade! 🏳️‍🌈

Absolutely, darling! Besides Oslo Pride, you can look forward to events like Skeive Ski (a gay ski weekend) in February, and Oslo Frontrunners Happy Run – a LGBTQ+ running group that meets regularly.

Oslo may not be overflowing with gay saunas, but there's one called Hercules Sauna that's worth visiting. It's the place to relax, socialize, and have a great time!

Oslo has some fabulous gay bars! You'll find the popular Elsker Club and London Pub in the city center. For a full list of bars and clubs, check out the Gay Bars & Clubs page.

While Oslo doesn't have a specific gay district, you'll find most of the LGBTQ+ places and activities around the city center, particularly near Karl Johans gate and Gronland.

From Oslo Airport, you have several options: the Airport Express Train (Flytoget), local trains, buses, taxis, or rental cars. The fastest and most convenient is the Flytoget, which takes about 20 minutes and costs around NOK 196.

Oslo has great public transportation, which includes buses, trams, trains, and ferries. You can travel around the city using a public transport pass, which costs around NOK 108 for a 24-hour pass. Biking and walking are also excellent ways to explore the city.

Fear not, adventurous one! Oslo does have a gay fetish scene, with SLM Oslo being the main cruising and fetish club for gay men. They host various themed nights, so there's always something exciting happening!

Oslo has plenty of gay-friendly hotels! While there isn't a specific gay hotel, you'll find several options to choose from on the Gay Hotels page.

• Vigeland Sculpture Park: Marvel at over 200 sculptures created by Gustav Vigeland.

• Norwegian Museum of Cultural History: Discover fascinating Norwegian culture and history.

• Oslo Opera House: Admire stunning architecture and attend world-class performances.

• Akershus Fortress: Explore a medieval castle in the heart of the city.

• The Viking Ship Museum: Learn about Norway's Viking heritage with actual, preserved Viking ships!

• Eidsvolls Plass: The site of the annual Oslo Pride parade and celebrations.

• Elkjøp Megastore: Location of a large LGBTQ+ mural, promoting diversity and visibility.

Summer is considered the best time to visit Oslo (June to August) as the weather is warm and there's plenty of daylight. It's also when Oslo Pride takes place, making it the perfect season for gay travelers! 😎

Yes, there are LGBTQ+ meetups and social groups in Oslo! You can check out FRI - Foreningen for kjønns- og seksualitetsmangfold (the Norwegian Organization for Sexual and Gender Diversity) for events and activities. You can also find Facebook groups dedicated to events and meetups for the LGBTQ+ community in Oslo.

Popular dating apps and websites for the LGBTQ+ community in Oslo include Tinder, Grindr, and PlanetRomeo. Just get your app ready, and start swiping!

While there might not be specific LGBTQ+ language courses, you can find general language courses at places like the Oslo Adult Education Center (Folkeuniversitetet). In these courses, you'll likely find open-minded people and make friends from different backgrounds.

In Oslo, LGBTQ+ couples can freely express their affection in public, like kissing and holding hands, without any legal concerns. However, as with any place, it's always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and local sensibilities.