Marinemuseet – Navy Museum

The Royal Norwegian Navy Museum is located at historic Karljohansvern in Horten. One of the world's oldest naval museums, it explores Norway's maritime military history through ship models, cannons, naval equipment and stories of life at sea.

Discover Norway's naval history
Founded in 1853, the museum has been based at Karljohansvern since 1864. Its exhibitions trace Norwegian naval history from the Danish-Norwegian era and the Gunboat War to the establishment of an independent Norwegian navy after 1814, the World Wars and the Cold War. In the historic exhibition hall from 1864, discover ship models, weapons and maritime artefacts.

Step aboard a submarine and a motor torpedo boat
Outside the museum, you'll find the submarine KNM Utstein and the motor torpedo boat KNM Blink. Explore historic naval vessels up close and discover what life was like for their crews. KNM Utstein offers a glimpse of submarine service during the Cold War, while KNM Blink showcases Norwegian naval technology from the same era. Access on board may be restricted, and both vessels have narrow passageways and changes in floor level.

Guided tours for the whole family
The museum offers experiences for children and adults, with historic vessels, detailed ship models and exhibitions about naval life. Short themed guided tours take place at weekends and are included in the admission ticket. School classes and groups can also book private tours of the museum and the historic Karljohansvern area.

Explore more of Karljohansvern
The museum is situated at Karljohansvern, a former naval base with historic buildings, tree-lined paths and walking routes along the Horten Canal. In the same building, you'll find Preus Museum, Norway's national museum of photography. Nearby is KNM Narvik, a former Norwegian frigate preserved as a museum ship. It is operated separately, with its own opening hours and admission arrangements.

Plan your visit
The Royal Norwegian Navy Museum is located at Kommandørkaptein Klincks vei 9, approximately a 20-minute walk from central Horten. From September to May, the museum is normally open Wednesday to Sunday. From June to August, it is open daily. Opening hours vary between weekdays and weekends.

The main exhibition is on the second floor, with lift access available by arrangement with museum staff. The historic vessels and parts of the ground floor are not wheelchair accessible. Parking is available nearby. Check current parking regulations before visiting. Check current opening hours, admission prices and guided tours at the Royal Norwegian Navy Museum.