Fast Facts

Banks -- One of the most central banks for exchanging money is SpareBank, Domkirkeplassen (tel. 51-67-67-00). You can also exchange money from June to August at the visitor information center.

Car Repair -- Call tel. 51-53-88-88, a 24-hour hot line.

Consulates -- There is no U.S. representative. Brits can go to the United Kingdom Consulate at Prinsens Gate 12 (tel. 51-52-97-13).

Dental Service -- There is a dentist open every day to handle emergencies. The name of the dentist is published in the Saturday newspapers. Otherwise, call for an appointment at the office of Egil Undem, Kannibakken 6 (tel. 51-52-84-52).

Doctor -- In an emergency, call tel. 51-51-02-02. Otherwise, ask your hotel staff to recommend a doctor, all of whom speak English.

Emergencies -- Call tel. 110 for fire, tel. 112 for the police, and tel. 113 for an ambulance.

Laundry -- If your hotel doesn't have facilities, go to Renseriet, Kongsgate 40 (tel. 51-89-56-53).

Left Luggage -- Go to Byterminalen (no phone), the city terminus, Monday to Friday 7am to 8pm, Saturday 8am to 10pm.

Pharmacy -- Your best bet is Vitusapotek Løven, Olav V's Gate 11 (tel. 51-91-08-81), open daily 9am to 11pm or 8pm on public holidays.

Post Office -- The main post office is at Haakon VII's Gate 9, open Monday to Wednesday and Friday 8am to 5pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, and Saturday 9am to 1pm.