Oslo, Norway, is a year-round destination with saunas, fjord cruises, and fascinating museums.

Beyond its outdoor pursuits,Oslo’s eco-conscious efforts exceed most cities.

For anyone interested in such, its panels and events make it a good time to visit.

People in a square surrounded by beautiful architecture in Paris

Most favor Danish and Swedish coastal cities for their accessibility.

Its electricity factory history is felt while the mid-century interior design and moody lighting offer a polished feel.

Don’t miss the newly opened Izakaya, which serves a Nordic-Japanese menu.

Waterfront Park Fall skyline bridge boats in Louisville, Kentucky

Amerikalinjen

This revved-up former Norwegian America Line headquarters toots its own stylish horn.

Guests can also expect a chic library, original elevators, and ceiling stuccos that remain across the rooms.

Just double-check to bring a towel.

Ketchikan, Southern Panhandle, Southeast Alaska

An unsung gem is theEmanuel Vigeland Museum, complete with frescoes and gong bath concerts.

Tip: Plan in advance planning due to the location’s unusual opening hours.

Theres yoga on the deck, an elegant brunch, or a dinner cruise.

Top deck pool area

Other perks of this slick and small liner include less crowds and an intimate setting for your crew.

Put on a pretty dress or shirt and enjoy the harbor breeze at this summer-only restaurant.

Order the renowned shellfish tower and the Champagne.

View of Mallorca coast from helicopter

Tunco

Its no secret Norway can whip the wallet.

Plus, every purchase feeds a child in Africa, where founder Andre Evju spent lots of time.

Njokobok

Plant-filled with kitschy white tiles and pink lighting,Njokobokoffers Senegal-style community dining.

The Belmond Eastern & Oriental train in Malaysia

Another way to arrive is by cruise check out eco operators such as Hurtigruten.

If you’re arriving from elsewhere in the country, domestic airline Widere is a great option.

The Gol Stave church is also a must-see.

Streets of Old Montreal during fall season in Quebec, Canada.

AnOslo Passis handy for riding the tram, train, bus, and ferry.

Ocmulgee National Monument Park

Scenic view of Arenal Volcano in central Costa Rica at sunrise

beautiful view of the town of Positano from antique terrace with flowers, Amalfi coast, Italy. balcony with flowers

The deep valleys of the wine-making region of the Douro Valley in Portugal

Oslo opera house lit up at night

treet level view of Cartagena’s colonial walled city

View of the South coast with a lush jungle on Dominica

Kansas City panorama with Union Station building. Kansas City, Missouri, USA.

Aerial view of people at the Ediacara Fossil Site Nilpena

A bench overlooks a lake surrounded by mountains in New Zealand

Vineyards and hills of Sonoma County with a glimpse of the San Francisco Bay in the background.

Long horns in Fort Worth Stockyards

Cityscape view of Old Town

Pair of photos from India, one showing a boy at a hotel, and one showing a pink palace exterior

Catholic church in Warsaw old town on a sunny morning, Poland

Rocky coastline of Hawaii

Tourists enjoying a beautiful sunny day on Manatee Beach on Anna Maria Island, a barrier island on the Florida west coast.

Roof Terrace Spa Pool at Mollie Aspen

View of woman swinging on white sand beach relaxing and sunbathing by the lagoon in Mexico

Classic Montana landscape of horses, fields and mountains

The exterior of the Queen Anne

Oslo opera house lit up at night

Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

Wooden design headboard with green wallpaper in a guest room at Sommero in Norway

Francisco Nogueira

People at Vigeland Park

Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure

A group of women eating at Restaurant Alex

Courtesy of Restaurant Alex

View of Oslo skyline on a cloudy day

Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure

Norway, Oslo, Oslo Radhus, City Hall, Radhus plassen, City Hall square

Andrea Pistolesi/Getty Images