Step into the Kon-Tiki Museum on Bygdøy to see Heyerdahl’s original rafts, reed boats and a whale-shark model. Learn the practical craft behind the expeditions and catch the daily screening of the Kon-Tiki film.
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You step off the ferry onto Bygdøy and the salt-breath of the Oslofjord reaches forward like an invitation. Through glass and concrete the Kon-Tiki Museum presents boats that once met open water: the balsawood raft that crossed the Pacific, reed vessels that pushed across the Atlantic, and a 10-metre whale-shark model that frames the underwater imagination.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking between exhibits and short standing periods during displays.
Wildlife
History
Thor Heyerdahl’s 1947 Kon-Tiki voyage put experimental archaeology and bold field expeditions into public view, influencing debates on prehistoric trans-oceanic contact.
Conservation
The museum preserves fragile original craft and promotes responsible visitation—touching is restricted and exhibitions are designed to limit light and humidity exposure to artifacts.
Reserve your spot on the Kon-Tiki Museum Entrance Ticket today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Catch the noon screening
The original Kon-Tiki documentary is screened daily at 12:00—time your visit to watch the film for full context.
Take the ferry or bus to Bygdøy
Public transit and seasonal ferries provide direct access; arrive early on busy summer days to avoid queues.
Allow 60–90 minutes
The core exhibits and the film fit into an hour, but add time for the library, cinema, and the gift shop if you plan to linger.
Dress for fjord winds
Even in summer the Oslofjord breeze can be cool—bring a light windproof layer if you’ll walk the nearby shore.
Comfortable walking shoes
Museum floors and nearby coastal paths are best enjoyed with supportive shoes.
Public transit pass (Ruter ticket or Oslo Pass)
Covers ferries and buses to Bygdøy and can save time and money on multiple museums.
Light rain/wind jacket
Protects against fjord gusts and light showers, especially in spring and shoulder seasons.
spring
Compact camera or phone
Capture close-up details of vessels and exhibits—flash may be restricted in some galleries.