Hamar

John Christian Fjellestad

By car

By plane

Oslo Airport, Gardermoen

By bus

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Torstein Frogner

Jensens

• Vikingskipet

  address: Åkersvikveien 1
  The Viking Ship, officially known as Hamar olympiahall (Hamar Olympic Hall), is a modern speed skating arena, and was built for the 1994 Olympic Winter Games. It name comes form its appearance: an upside-down Viking ship. It regularly hosts major speed skating events, such as world championships. Also known for hosting The Gathering each Easter, a computer gathering mainly for young people which has had over 5,000 participants. Each spring and fall, the Vikingship also hosts a very popular 3-day long market for second-hand/ antique goods. The Viking Ship is situated near Åkersvika, a nature reserve, known for it's rich bird life. At the parking lot there is a "bird tower", where you can get a good view of the bay.

• Domkirkeodden

  phone: +47 62 54 27 00
  address: Strandvegen 100, 2315
  A must-see. Medieval cathedral and folk museum along Lake Myøsa. The ruins of the cathedral are encased in a glass house. Lovely walks and beaches by the lake. The open air museum is free and open year round, all the time. The opening hours of the museum vary according to season. There's a nice cafe there as well. Concerts and theater productions are often held in the glass house, but be sure to bring a blanket with you in the evenings- even in the summer, it gets cold there after the sun sets! The Medieval Festival usually takes place here over a long weekend in June.

• Railway Museum

  phone: +47 62 51 31 60
  address: Strandveien 163
  Documents the history of the Norwegian railroad system. Lots of child-friendly exhibits. Also has its own library.

• The Norwegian Emigrant Museum

  phone: +47 62 57 48 50
  address: Åkershagan
  Museum showing emigration from Norway, with a collection of six buildings (amongst them a church built in 1896 in Minnesota).

• The Kirsten Flagstad Museum

  phone: +47 62 54 27 00
  address: Kirkegata 11
  Museum dedicated to Norway's most famous opera singer, Kirsten Flagstad.

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• Ankerskogen swimming hall

  phone: +4746918000
  address: Ankerskogveien 7, 2319
  The main pool is one of Norway's largest, 25x50m. Part of this pool is roped off and has all sort of special floats for kids. There's also a specially heated pool for rehabilitation, a kiddie pool, and a hot tub (cost 10 kr per round), a shallow outdoor pool which is open in summertime. Also a 65 meter slide which kids love. There are huge windows all around the pool, so in the winter you can swim while you watch the snow blowing outside. The changing rooms have saunas. You need a 10 kr coin to operate the lockers, or bring your own lock. Ankerskogen also has indoor tennis courts and a Nautilus gym. You'll also find a cafeteria here. The center was due to be renovated starting in 2010, but they planned on staying open to the public the whole time.

• KoigenBeach area close to the city. Excellent for bathing during the summer. Also possible to use the beach volleyball court or the skate park.

• SkibladnerSkibladner is the world's oldest preserved paddle steamer, and sails on lake Mjøsa during the summer.

• Gåsbu / VangsåsaA recreational area for the citizens. During the winter there are good possibilities for cross-country skiing. Check out ut.no for hike and trail routes.

• Maxi Storsenter

  address: Aslak Bolts gate 48
  This is the largest shopping mall in Hamar, with 70 stores.

• CC Mart'nShopping mall with Hamar's only Vinmonopolet (wine and liquor store).

• Løiten Lys

  address: Løten Brænderi
  Norway's largest distributor of hand-made candles.

Cafes

• Alle Tiders

  phone: +47 625 30 145
  address: Torggata 73
  This cafe has the best cakes in all of Hamar. Great for lunch and light dinners. Outdoor seating overlooks the pedestrian street. Centrally-located.

• Larsen

  phone: +47 413 27 903
  address: Strandgata 53
  Cafe and vintage store combined.

Restaurants

• Kolonihagen

  phone: +47 919 000 90
  address: Storhamargata 2
  Eco-friendly gourmet. Popular, so reservations are a must, at least in the evening.

• Kunstbanken (Hedmark Art Center)

  phone: +47 625 42 260
  address: Parkgate 21, 2317
  Sandwiches, cakes, coffees, and culture. The perfect place for lunch. Enjoy your meal and tour the museum afterwards

• Leonardo

  phone: +47 625 30 820
  address: Torggata 34
  Italian restaurant with pasta and pizza located in a quiet backyard.

• Nagomi

  phone: +47 625 211 02
  address: Strandgata 21
  Sushi restaurant and cocktail bar.

• Volume

  address: Østre torg
  American inspired menu.

• Hot & Spicy

  phone: +47 62 52 02 60
  address: Torggata 21
  Chinese and thai.

• Hamarstua

  phone: +47 62 52 34 62

• Royal India

  phone: +47 62 11 07 11
  address: Strandgata 37
  Decent Indian food, but a bit pricey.

• Docile Kontor & Pub

  address: Kirkegata 3
  Shows football matches on multiple screens. Can play dart there..

• Hamar SportsbarShows football matches on multiple screens. Possible to play dart and shuffle board.

• Casanova

  address: Strandgata 71
  One of the few places to go for people between 18 and 20. Young crowd.

• Irishman

  address: Strandgata 31
  Pub for a bit older crowd. The backyard is a good place to be during the summer.

• Nellie

  address: Torggata 23
  Formerly known as Dirty Nelly. Cozy place with occasional dancing.

• Sebs hotel

  address: Grønnegata 34
  Rock and metal pub.

• Svare og Berg

  address: Strandgata 71
  Nightclub and a good place for dancing.

• Gregers

  address: Grønnegata 70
  Bar and concert scene.

• Seierstad Pensionat

  phone: +47 62 52 12 44
  address: Holsetgt 64
  An inexpensive guesthouse in the residential area, but within easy walking distance of the city center. Family rooms available, lots of parking. Breakfast included. Simple but clean & friendly.

• First Hotel Victoria

  phone: +47 62 02 55 00
  address: Strandgata 21

• Scandic Hotel

  phone: +47 21 61 40 00
  address: Vangsvegen 121

• Quality Hotel Astoria

  phone: +47 62 70 70 00
  address: Torggata 23

• Rica Hotel Hamar

  phone: +47 62 35 01 00
  Situated outside the city-centre, and close to the E6 highway.

• Hamar Hostel

  phone: +47 62 52 60 60
  address: Åkersvikavegen 24
  This hostel, part of Hostelling International, is located near Vikingskipet, a fifteen minute walk from the city centre.

• Lillehammer, another olympic city located close to lake Mjøsa.
• Trysil, Norway's largest ski resort.
• Elverum, has one of Norway's most visited museums in Skogmuseet (the Forest museum).