Munch Museum
Quick answer
Munch Museum in Oslo, Norway — the Munch Museum (MUNCH) moved to a spectacular new 13-floor building in the Bjørvika waterfront district in 2021, designed by Estudio Herreros. Open Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday until 9:00 PM; closed Mondays. Admission: Adults from NOK 200; visitors 17 and under enter free. Allow 2–3 hours and book a timed ticket ahead.
Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
Munch Museum at a glance: hours, tickets and time needed
| Opening hours | Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday until 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Closed | Mondays |
| Admission | Adults from NOK 200; visitors 17 and under enter free |
| Free or reduced entry | Free admission for visitors 17 and under; reserve a free ticket. |
| Booking | Book a timed ticket in advance — peak slots sell out |
| Time needed | 2–3 hours |
| Best time to visit | Thursday evening — open until 9 PM; weekday mornings for fewer crowds. |
| Getting there | Metro: Opera (Line 3, 4, 5) or Bjørvika — 5-minute walk along the waterfront |
| Address | Edvard Munchs plass 1, 0194 Oslo, Norway |
| Official website | munchmuseet.no |
Checked 2026-06-30 against the official website. Prices and hours change — confirm before you travel.
What is Munch Museum known for?
The Munch Museum (MUNCH) holds the world's largest collection of works by Edvard Munch, bequeathed by the artist to the city of Oslo upon his death in 1944. In 2021 it moved to a spectacular new 13-storey building in Bjørvika, designed by Estudio Herreros of Spain.
The building leans dramatically over Oslo's waterfront, its perforated aluminium facade changing colour with the light. Thirteen floors of galleries display paintings, prints, drawings, and sculptures spanning Munch's entire career, from The Scream to late self-portraits.
The museum holds multiple versions of The Scream — including the 1910 tempera on cardboard — along with Madonna, The Sick Child, and The Dance of Life. Only a fraction of the 26,700-work collection can be displayed at once, so exhibitions rotate regularly.
Bjørvika is Oslo's regenerated waterfront district, home to the Opera House, barcode skyline, and new residential towers. MUNCH anchors the cultural end of this transformed harbour.
Best for: Art Lovers · Architecture Enthusiasts · Symbolist Art Fans
How long do you need at Munch Museum?
Allow 2–3 hours. A focused route through 5 must-see highlights at Munch Museum without museum fatigue. Follow the stops in order:
- 1
The Scream
📍 Top-floor Munch Gallery
One of several versions Munch created of his iconic image of existential anguish.
- 2
Madonna
📍 Munch Gallery, Floor 11
Munch's sensual, haloed figure of a woman, surrounded by sperm and a fetus in the painted border — one of his most provocative Symbolist works.
- 3
The Sick Child
📍 Munch Gallery
Munch returned to this subject of his dying sister throughout his career.
- 4
Self-Portrait with Cigarette
📍 Munch Gallery
An early self-portrait showing the artist in a haze of smoke, exemplifying his exploration of psychological states through paint.
- 5
The Dance of Life
📍 Munch Gallery
A central panel from Munch's Frieze of Life series, depicting couples dancing between innocence and death on a summer shore.
What are the must-see works at Munch Museum?
5 highlights that define the collection: The Scream, Madonna, The Sick Child and more.
The Scream
Edvard Munch · 1910 (tempera version)
📍 Top-floor Munch Gallery
One of several versions Munch created of his iconic image of existential anguish. The 1910 tempera on cardboard is in the MUNCH collection.
Madonna
Edvard Munch · 1894–1895
📍 Munch Gallery, Floor 11
Munch's sensual, haloed figure of a woman, surrounded by sperm and a fetus in the painted border — one of his most provocative Symbolist works.
The Sick Child
Edvard Munch · 1907
📍 Munch Gallery
Munch returned to this subject of his dying sister throughout his career. The 1907 version is among the most emotionally devastating.
Self-Portrait with Cigarette
Edvard Munch · 1895
📍 Munch Gallery
An early self-portrait showing the artist in a haze of smoke, exemplifying his exploration of psychological states through paint.
The Dance of Life
Edvard Munch · 1899–1900
📍 Munch Gallery
A central panel from Munch's Frieze of Life series, depicting couples dancing between innocence and death on a summer shore.
Collections and highlights
- • Edvard Munch paintings — complete career
- • Multiple versions of The Scream
- • Prints and lithographs — 18,000+ works
- • Drawings and watercolours
- • Sculptures including Self-Portrait in Hell
- • Temporary exhibitions of Munch's contemporaries
- • Estudio Herreros building and harbour views
- • Conservation and study centre
Tips for visiting Munch Museum
- 1.
Best time to visit
Thursday evening — open until 9 PM; weekday mornings for fewer crowds.
- 2.
Crowds & busy periods
Popular year-round; The Scream gallery is always busy.
- 3.
Tickets & booking
Around NOK 160 standard adult admission; free for under-18s.
- 4.
Food & cafés nearby
Museum café and restaurant; Sørenga food district nearby.
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Accessibility
Fully accessible new building with lifts to all 13 floors.
How do you get to Munch Museum?
- metro Opera (Line 3, 4, 5) or Bjørvika — 5-minute walk along the waterfront
- walk Waterfront promenade from Oslo Opera House — MUNCH is adjacent
- tram Tram 19 to Bjørvika stop
Address: Edvard Munchs plass 1, 0194 Oslo, Norway
Munch Museum: frequently asked questions
Which version of The Scream is here?
The Munch Museum holds several versions, including the 1910 tempera version and multiple pastels. The 1893 tempera version — the most famous — is at the National Museum.
Is the building worth visiting for its architecture?
Yes — the asymmetric leaning tower has become an Oslo landmark and the views of the fjord from the upper floors are exceptional.
How long should I spend at Munch Museum?
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights of Munch Museum. Our 5-stop route — The Scream, Madonna, The Sick Child and more — is designed to fit that time. Add extra time for temporary exhibitions, the shop and the café.
What is Munch Museum best known for?
The Munch Museum (MUNCH) moved to a spectacular new 13-floor building in the Bjørvika waterfront district in 2021, designed by Estudio Herreros. The building has become one of Oslo's most striking pieces of contemporary architecture, leaning dramatically over the harbour. Key highlights include Multiple versions of The Scream — the most famous image in Norwegian art, The Madonna — Munch's other iconic image, Melancholy, Puberty, The Sick Child.
How do I get tickets for Munch Museum?
Admission: Adults from NOK 200; visitors 17 and under enter free. Book a timed-entry ticket on the official website before you go — popular slots sell out in peak season. Official site: https://www.munchmuseet.no/en/
Is the building worth visiting for architecture alone?
Yes — the leaning tower by Estudio Herreros has become an Oslo landmark, with exceptional fjord views from the upper floors.
How does this compare to the National Museum?
The National Museum has one Scream and a broader collection. MUNCH is entirely devoted to Munch with vastly more works and deeper coverage of his career.
Is Munch Museum open on Mondays?
No — Munch Museum is closed every Monday. It is open Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday until 9:00 PM. Plan a different museum for that day, and check the official website for holiday changes.
What are Munch Museum's opening hours?
Munch Museum is open Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday until 9:00 PM, and closed Mondays. Hours can change for holidays and events, so check the official website before you go.
Is Munch Museum free to visit?
Not for everyone. Standard admission: Adults from NOK 200; visitors 17 and under enter free. Free or reduced entry: Free admission for visitors 17 and under; reserve a free ticket.
