The park was originally designed in the 1840s by palace architect Hans Ditlev Franciscus Linstow.
The Dronningparken (Queen's Park) area in the southwest corner is a private, fenced section of the park reserved for royal use.
The park contains over 1,000 trees, including historical specimens preserved since the 19th century.
The statue of Niels Henrik Abel was designed by Gustav Vigeland and is one of the most prominent monuments in the park.
A commemorative bust of Princess Märtha is located in a quiet, secluded section of the garden.
The park's terrain was intentionally shaped to create varied views of the palace from different vantage points.
During the Second World War, the park was used by the German occupation forces, leading to the deterioration of several pathways and lawns.
Slottsparken is the expansive 54-acre public park surrounding the Royal Palace in Oslo, serving as the official residence of the Norwegian monarch. The grounds feature a mix of formal garden beds near the palace facade and informal, wooded recreational areas with winding footpaths. It houses several significant national monuments, including statues of King Haakon VII, Queen Maud, and the mathematician Niels Henrik Abel. The park serves as a primary green lung for the city center and connects the palace to the surrounding urban fabric. It is managed by the Royal Court and remains open to the public year-round, regardless of royal presence. The landscape design reflects a transition from 19th-century romantic styles to more structured royal garden aesthetics. Visitors can traverse the grounds freely, though access to the palace building interior is restricted. The park serves as the site for major national celebrations, most notably on Norway's Constitution Day.
The Slottsplassen square directly in front of the main palace entrance.
Walk the perimeter to see the varying architectural perspectives of the palace.
Visit the ponds in the park, which serve as a habitat for local bird populations.
Combine your walk with a stroll down Karl Johans gate, which leads directly to the palace main entrance.
Attempting to enter the fenced-off Dronningparken (Queen's Park) area which is strictly restricted.
Open year-round, though specific pathways may be restricted during state visits or official events.
Maintain noise levels during royal ceremonies; do not climb on historical monuments.
