Oslo · With kids

An open-air village of relocated farmhouses with a stave church, farm animals and costumed staff. Best for four to ten; allow half a day.

Climb aboard the polar ship itself, below decks and all. The polar-storm simulator wins over sceptical eight-year-olds, and the museum is warm and indoor.

Norway's main amusement park, half an hour south by shuttle bus, open spring through autumn. Height limits bite below 120 cm, so check before promising.

Shallow, sheltered fjord swimming with grass, rocks and a kiosk. The summer ferry from the City Hall pier is part of the outing.

Under-sixes travel free with a paying adult, trams and buses kneel for pushchairs, and most cafés serve children early — Norwegians eat dinner around five.