Henie Onstad Kunstsenter
One of the leading museums in the Nordics for modernism and contemporary art. Located on Høvikodden in Bærum, just outside Oslo. Opened in 1968 and founded with the art collection of figure skater and Olympic champion Sonja Henie and her husband, Niels Onstad. Around the art center, you’ll find a sculpture park.
How to get there:
Bus: Line 160 (Høvikodden stop is closed for the rest of the year due to roadworks. The nearest stops are Solvikveien or Blommenholm along the E18. Walk under the motorway, this adds about five minutes of extra walking).
Local train: L1 (Stop at Blommenholm station, about 20 minutes’ walk).
Henie Onstad is located in zone 2Ø, so an additional ticket is required for public transport.
Car: Approximately 15 minutes from Oslo city center. Municipal parking at the art center.
Bicycle: About 40 minutes from city center.
Saturday, September 14: A bus back to Oslo city center at 22:00 is included in the ticket. The art center and exhibitions are open from 11:00, and guests are welcome to arrive earlier!
- Accessibility: The building has step-free access. Wheelchair accessibility is good throughout the center. Wheelchairs are available for loan. Guide dogs are allowed.
- Toilet: HC toilet on the first floor. Additional toilets in the basement and on the second floor. Changing rooms with toilets (not HC) are located in the basement, accessible by elevator.
- Seating: Yes, seating is available for those who cannot stand for long periods.
- Signage: Universal design for fire alarms is only available in newer parts of the building. Areas from 1968 have well-marked escape routes and emergency exits for those who are normally hearing and sighted.
- Interpreter and Telephone Loop: There is no interpreter service or telephone loop in the Studio.
- Tickets: Tickets are sold by Ultima via TicketCo. Companion certificates are accepted.
