Museums & galleries
Kon-Tiki Museum
About the Kon-Tiki Museum
Located on the Bygdøy peninsula, this museum preserves the original balsa wood raft used by Thor Heyerdahl during the Kon-Tiki expedition. Visitors can view the raft alongside related artifacts, ethnographic materials, and a library containing over 8,000 volumes documenting the voyage and subsequent expeditions.
Getting There
The museum is located on the Bygdøy peninsula, away from the city center. Travelers can reach the area via local bus or by taking a seasonal ferry from the City Hall pier. The journey typically takes between 20 and 30 minutes depending on the mode of transport.
Visit Duration
Most visitors spend approximately 1.5 to 2 hours exploring the exhibits and the library collection.
When to Visit
The museum is open year-round. To avoid the largest crowds, it is advisable to visit during weekday mornings. The Bygdøy area is particularly accessible during the summer months when ferry services are most frequent.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its location, the museum is situated within walking distance of several other maritime and cultural sites. You can easily combine your visit with the following:
- Fram Museum: 0.1km
- Norwegian Maritime Museum: 0.1km
- Norwegian Museum of Cultural History: 0.8km
- Viking Ship Museum: 0.8km
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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