Tøyen
Wexels Plass is located in Tøyen, in the Gamle Oslo borough. Tøyen is one of Oslo’s most densely populated districts and known for its diversity — people from all over the world live side by side here. The area has undergone significant improvement in recent years through the Tøyenløftet investment program and the Tøyenkampanjen community initiative.
What’s nearby?
Botanical Garden (Botanisk hage)
Oslo’s botanical garden is one of the city’s most beautiful green spaces. It features over 7,500 plant species, a fragrance garden for the blind and visually impaired, and a popular café area. Perfect for Sunday walks, picnics, and lunch breaks.
Munch Museum (Munchmuseet)
The new Munch Museum is located in Bjørvika, just 3 minutes by metro from Grønland. One of the Nordic region’s largest art institutions and an international landmark — within reach from Wexels Plass.
Tøyenparken
A large, lush park with playgrounds, ball courts, a fitness park, and expansive green areas. Also home to Tøyenbadet and the Natural History Museum. Popular for picnics, jogging, and sunny days.
Tøyenbadet
A brand new public swimming facility — one of Oslo’s most popular pools. Features multiple pools, water slides, diving facilities, and a wellness area. Located in Tøyenparken, just a few minutes’ walk from Wexels Plass.
Tøyen Torg
The local center with grocery stores, pharmacy, eateries, and services. Tøyen Torg is constantly evolving with new restaurants, cafés, and bars, including the popular venue in the former post office.
Natural History Museum
The University’s natural history museum with exhibitions on geology, zoology, and botany. Located right next to the Botanical Garden.
Street art
Tøyen has become one of Northern Europe’s most important areas for urban contemporary art. Through Tøyenkampanjen and the Urban Samtidskunst association, international artists have decorated gable walls throughout the district. The goal is to become “the Nordic region’s largest outdoor gallery.”
Transport
- Tram: Heimdalsgata (17, 2 min walk) and Nybrua (11, 12, 17, 18, 7 min walk)
- Bus: Herslebs gate (30), right outside. Tøyenkirken (60, 8 min walk)
- Metro: Grønland (8 min walk) and Tøyen (12 min walk). 3 min to Oslo Central Station from Grønland
- Walking: Grünerløkka (10 min), Grønland (10 min), Oslo Central Station (20 min)
Schools and kindergartens
- Tøyen school — primary school with extended hours and free core time in after-school program (SFO)
- Hersleb Upper Secondary School — Herslebs gate 20b, right across the street. Science-focused profile in cooperation with the University of Oslo. Historic building from 1922, fully renovated 2014
- Several kindergartens in the area
- Oslo School of Music — cultural station at Tøyen with music education