Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a good place to start. This vibrant metropolis boasts tons of green space, a Viking Museum featuring three 9th-century longboats, and of course the world-renowned Oslo Opera House, whose striking angular design seems to emerge cleanly from the harbor like an iceberg or a white shark.
Oslo has a vibrant nightlife, and it’s home to the world-recognized “new Nordic” cuisine, boasting a number of Michelin-starred restaurants, including the northernmost 3-Michelin-starred restaurant in the world.