Det kongelige slott (Royal Palace)

Following Norway's union with Sweden in 1814 and the designation of Christiania (now Oslo) as the capital, the joint king required an appropriate residence. In 1822, the Storting approved the construction of a new palace, and in 1823, Hans Ditlev Franciscus von Linstow was commissioned as the architect. The cornerstone was laid in 1825. Due to financial constraints and the king's waning interest, the original plans were simplified, and construction resumed in 1834. The building was roofed in 1836. The interior decoration was completed by 1848. Under King Oscar I, the side wings were extended and the monumental columned facade was added to address space shortages and enhance the architecture. The official opening took place in 1849. After the dissolution of the union with Sweden in 1905 and the ascension of King Haakon VII to the throne, the palace became the permanent residence and underwent extensive modernization between 1906 and 1907. During World War II, it served as the German headquarters. After the war and under King Olav V, restorations were carried out in the 1960s, aiming to restore the historical character of the rooms. Under King Harald V, a general renovation took place in the 1990s, including the creation of a modern apartment for the royal couple, who moved in in 2001.

The Royal Palace is located in Oslo, the capital of Norway, in the Oslo district within the Østlandet region. It stands at an elevation of approximately 52 meters above sea level.

Today, the Royal Palace serves as the seat of the King of Norway. It is a vibrant residential palace, utilized from the basement to the roof. Guided tours of the palace are offered during the summer months, from June to August.

• Egeberg Palace (Palace), approx. 1.2 km away
• Akershus Fortress (Fortress), approx. 1.2 km away
• Frogner Manor (Manor House and Estate), approx. 1.6 km away
• Oskarshall Palace (Palace), approx. 2.1 km away