Kongsberg: Norwegian Mining Museum and Geolab Entry Ticket

Discover the Norwegian Mining Museum in Kongsberg and learn about the 335-year history of the Kongsberg Silver Mines. Explore the world's largest collection of native wire silver and visit fascinating exhibitions on mining, coins, industrial heritage, and ski history. All housed in the historic smelting house in the town center.

Visit the Geolab activity center for fun and learning. The Geolab is an activity space designed to engage children and young people in science and technology. Families can explore fun and educational activities, including a periodic table featuring 118 minerals and metals, a bouldering wall with Norwegian rock grips, and stations linking geology to technology.

The Geolab is also used to teach natural and cultural history to 3000 school students every year. The aim is to get children interested in the history of Kongsberg, focusing on the Silver Mines. The Geolab highlights the vital role of mining in technology and its importance for a sustainable future.

The Norwegian Mining Museum also manages the cultural heritage of the Kongsberg Silver Mines, located 8 km from Kongsberg in Saggrenda. To visit, you'll need a separate ticket. Take a train ride into The King’s Mine, 342 meters underground, with guided tours available during the summer season.