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Things to Do in Lillehammer

Lillehammer is located on the northern shore of Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake and it is Norway's oldest ski resort. The town was put on the world map as a major tourist destination after the 1994 Winter Olympics that were held in the town. Today, Lillehammer is an ideal holiday destination for anyone looking for outdoor activities and adventure sports. The town boasts some of the best Norwegian countryside, high mountains, forests, cultural landscapes, a spectacular arts scene, a plethora of adventure activities, the midnight sun and stunning northern lights.

The best way to lose yourself in this tranquil and serene landscape is to indulge in some of the best things to do in Lillehammer which include taking a tour of Hunderfossen Familie Park, Nikkers, Lysgardsbakken Ski Jump Tower, Lillehammer Olympic Park, Lillehammer Olympic Bob and Luge Track, Jorekstad, Nordseter and Lillehammer Church. The city also boasts numerous museums that are a must visit including the Maihaugen Open- Air Museum, Norwegian Road Museum, Norwegian Olympic Museum, Lillehammer Art Museum and the Gudsbrandsdalen Museums. One can indulge in various adventure sports and outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, skiing, horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, rafting, river boarding, canyoning and cave exploration. The city also offers numerous shopping opportunities at Strandtorget or one can go for excursions on spectacular routes such as Bjørnsonvegen, the Peer Gynt route, Birkebeinervegen, Jotunheimvegen or Rondane National Tourist Route. Other top things to do in Lillehammer include Skibladner, Lilleputthammer Family Park, Sigrid's Undset's Hjem Bjerkeback and Bjornstjerne Bjornsons Home Aulestad. The scenic beauty of the untouched landscape along with numerous activities and attractions in Lillehammer are sure to make your trip a memorable one.

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  • Hunderfossen Familie Park

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    Hunderfossen Familie Park

    Amusement Park, Park, Family And Kids

    Fossekrovegen 22, 2625 Fåberg, Norway

    275 NOK 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Details
    This amusement park is one of Norway’s largest tourist attractions and is situated to the north of the city. It consists of more than 50 attractions and also a Winter Park that is opened from Late December till Mid- March. The highlight of this park is the Big Troll that you can see sitting in the middle of the Park. Rides here are mainly for...
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  • Maihaugen Open- Air Museum

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    Maihaugen Open- Air Museum

    Museum, Family And Kids, Specialty Museum

    Maihaugvegen 1, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

    110 NOK 11:00 am - 04:00 pm
    Details
    This is one of the most visited attractions in the country and consists of more than 200 buildings. It is also one of the largest open- air museums of Northern Europe. The museum was founded by Anders Servig and later many additions were made to the building.  The main attractions of the museum are: Rural Collection: This is dedicated to the ...
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  • Nikkers

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    nikkers

    Food And Drinks, Restaurant

    Elvegata 18, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

    N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 am
    Details
    This is one of the best restaurants in the city with a lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and informal setting. The food is of very good taste and quality and they also have an area separated for smokers. The highlights are the burgers, mousse, cream fishes and salmons of course. It also serves drinks at moderate prices. It is thus a good place for a nice dinner. 
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  • Lysgardsbakken Ski Jump Tower

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    lysgardsbakken ski jump tower

    Outdoors, Landmark, Arena, Hill

    Lillehammer Olympiapark AS, Nordsetervegen 45, 2618 Lillehammer

    25 NOK 09:00 am - 07:00 pm
    Details
    Officially known as the Lysgardsbakken Ski Jumping Arena, this is a jumping hill that consists of two hills with K- Point. One is a larger than the other. This place opened in 1993 just before the 1994 Olympic Games. The Ski Jumping and Nordic combined events were held here. The opening and closing ceremonies were also held here. This arena has als...
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  • Lillehammer Olympic Park

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    lillehammer olympic park

    Outdoors, Park, Landmark, Family And Kids, Nature

    Nordsetervegen 45, Lillehammer N-2601, Norway

    25 NOK 09:00 am - 07:00 pm
    Details
    Also known as the Olympiaparken, this park was established to celebrate the Olympic Venues in Norway. It was opened soon after the 1994 Winter Olympics that was held here. The main venues managed by this organization are: Birkebeineren Ski Stadium Hakons Hall Lillehammer Olympic Bobsleigh and Luge Track Kanthaugen Freestyle Arena Lysgardsbakken A...
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  • Norwegian Road Museum

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    Norwegian Road Museum

    Museum, Family And Kids, Specialty Museum

    Hunderfoss vei 757, 2625 Fåberg, Norway

    N/A 10:00 am - 03:00 pm
    Details
    This museum is situated in Hunderfossen and represents the road and transport history of Norway. The highlights of this open- air museum are:  The networks constructed here are shown linking the antiquarian buildings. There are also other buildings in this large network such as a posting station, a mechanical workshop, house of road maintenan...
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  • Lillehammer Olympic Bob And Luge Track

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    lillehammer olympic bob and luge track

    Outdoors, Sport, Landmark, Games

    Hunderfossvegen 680, 2625 Faberg, Norway

    240 NOK 03:00 pm - 08:00 pm
    Details
    This is a Bobsleigh Luge and Skeleton Track that was completed in 1992. It was the destination for the Bobsleigh and Luge events of the 1994 Winter Olympics. It has also hosted the FIBT and FIL World Championships in 1995 and is scheduled to host the 2016 Winter Olympics.
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  • Norwegian Olympic Museum

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    norwegian olympic museum

    Museum, Family And Kids

    Maihaugveien 1, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

    110 NOK 11:00 am - 04:00 pm
    Details
    This lovely museum situated inside the Hakons Hall was officially inaugurated by Kind Herald V and Queen Sonja. It is the only museum in Northern Europe that houses the complete detailed history of the Olympics. It has more than 7000 exhibits related to the games.  The historical section of the museum has records and exhibits from the Olympic...
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  • Lillehammer Art Museum

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    Lillehammer Art Museum

    Art Museum, Art Gallery, Museum, Family And Kids

    Stortorget 2, 2609 Lillehammer, Norway

    100 NOK 11:00 am - 04:00 pm
    Details
    This is a very famous art gallery in the city. During the 1994 Olympics it was the main cultural venue. The museum houses 3 main collections such as: 100 paintings from the adherents of Matisse School donated by Einar Lude in 1920. Oscar Johhansen’s collection of paintings from the 19th century. Collection of paintings dating back to 1980s and 1990s donated by John Dobloug in 2008.
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  • Jorekstad

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    jorekstad

    Outdoors, Water Park, Entertainment, Family And Kids

    Jorstadmovegen 690, 2625 Faberg, Norway

    115 NOK 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
    Details
    This is a family water park in the Faberg region a little away from the city. It is the largest water park in the region with a central pool covering a large area. Here you can: Swim, dive, exercise, get some sauna bath or relax in a Jacuzzi. The children can enjoy amongst themselves in the water slides and the climbing walls. There are also bubbl...
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  • Nordseter

    #11 of 22 Things to do in Lillehammer | Added 914 times in trip plans

    nordseter

    Outdoors, Park, Arena, Nature

    Nordsetervegen 1351, 2618 Lillehammer, Norway

    N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 am
    Details
    This is a mountain cross- country skiing arena a few kilometers away from the main city. The place is almost at a height of 850 meters above sea level. Skiing activities are done from December till the end of March. Other activities common during the summer months are kayaking, walking, cycling ad fishing. This area has been in use by farmers durin...
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  • Lillehammer Church

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    Lillehammer church

    Church, Religious Site, Family And Kids

    2630 Ringebu, Norway

    N/A 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Details
    This is a small but important building in the city which is beautiful inside-out. The park and flower garden surrounding it make it even more attractive. It is also an example of very fine old architecture and would especially interest you if you like antiques and old buildings. Christianity started blooming in this country at around 1000 AD and th...
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  • Norwegian Vehicle Museum

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    Norwegian Vehicle Museum

    Museum, Family And Kids, Specialty Museum

    Lilletorget 1, 2615 Lillehammer, Norway

    50 NOK 11:00 am - 03:00 pm
    Details
    This is an interesting museum that houses the auto- history of Norway since the 1900s. This includes: Rebuilt Oldsmobile known as Oldsfossum. Last Norwegian produced car of 1950. Sledges, gigs, carioles and carts. The section with the model of a rail engine is dedicated to the history of Railway. The Wartburg, which is the oldest car of the region...
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  • Bjornstjerne Bjornsons Home Aulestad

    #14 of 22 Things to do in Lillehammer | Added 451 times in trip plans

    bjornstjerne bjornsons home aulestad

    Museum, Garden, Family And Kids

    Aulestadvegen 6-14, 2656 Follebu, Norway

    110 NOK 10:00 am - 05:00 pm
    Details
    This is one of the most well preserved houses of northern Europe. It was the residence of the famous Norwegian artist and Nobel laureate Bjornstjerne Bjornsons. He lived here with his family for a number of years and after his death it was made into a museum and opened publicly. He was also a poet and was the writer of the National Anthem of Norway...
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  • Sigrid's Undset's Hjem Bjerkeback

    #15 of 22 Things to do in Lillehammer | Added 52 times in trip plans

    sigrid's undset's hjem bjerkeback

    Museum, Cafe, Family And Kids, Exhibition , Hall

    Sigrid Undsets veg 16, 2615 Lillehammer, Norway

    110 NOK 10:00 am - 04:00 pm
    Details
    This was the home of the famous poet, author and Nobel Laureate Sigrid Undset who lived here till his death in 1949. The house was then transformed into a public museum. The name was after the Arch Norwegian Mr. Bjerkebek. This was a character in his play that gave rise to the term “bjerkebekeri” which is a term for Norwegian Bragging. ...
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