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Budget Travel Tips for Oslo and Copenhagen: Save Smart in Scandinavia's Priciest Cities #4

Oslo

Rest comfortably at PS Hotel, a stylish spot that supports social reintegration by employing locals. Rooms start at €75, excluding breakfast.

Grab a bite at the vibrant new VIPPA food court in the harbor—the ultimate local hangout.

Combine nature and art: Stroll free Ekeberg Park, home to impressive outdoor sculptures and installations.

Unlock value with the Oslo Pass—unlimited public transport (including island ferries) and free entry to 30+ museums and attractions, from €42 for 24 hours.

Fly there: Paris-Oslo round-trip from €86 with Norwegian.

Guidebook: “Oslo”, Cartoville, Gallimard, €8.90.

Tourist Office: www.visitnorway.com.

Copenhagen

Stay affordably at Steel House Copenhagen—dorm beds from €17, private rooms from €42, excluding breakfast.

Savor street food at West Market, Copenhagen's exciting new gastro hall in Vesterbro.

Get the Copenhagen Card for public transport and free access to nearly 79 museums and attractions, from €52 for 24 hours.

Bike the city: Rentals from €7 for 6 hours.

Fly there: Paris-Copenhagen round-trip from €99 (www.travelby.airfrance.com).

Guidebook: “Welcome to Copenhagen”, Mango Editions, €22.50.

Tourist Office: www.visitdenmark.fr.