Kon-Tiki Museum

Oslo, Norway

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The Kon-Tiki Museum in Oslo is dedicated to the adventures and expeditions of Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl. Located on the Bygdøy peninsula, the museum showcases the famous Kon-Tiki raft that Heyerdahl used to cross the Pacific Ocean in 1947, as well as other vessels from his groundbreaking voyages. Visitors can see the original Kon-Tiki raft, the reed boat Ra II, expedition artifacts, photographs, films, and interactive exhibits that bring Heyerdahl’s journeys to life. The museum explores themes of exploration, ancient navigation, cultural connections, and human curiosity. Known as one of Oslo’s most distinctive museums, the Kon-Tiki Museum offers a fascinating look at some of the 20th century’s most famous ocean expeditions and the remarkable achievements of Thor Heyerdahl.