Steen & Strøm, Oslo

Situated in the heart of Oslo's city center, Steen & Strøm stands as a sprawling department store housing an array of renowned and alluring brands within its premises. Spanning across six expansive floors, the store offers a wealth of fashion and lifestyle products that span the spectrum from timeless classics to the forefront of trends.

Steen & Strøm boasts an impressive lineup of brands, including Sandro, Maje, Filippa K, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Fredrik & Louisa, Juicy Couture, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Tiger of Sweden. Additionally, the store features multi-brand establishments like Collage The Shop, adding to the diverse shopping experience.

Descending to the basement, visitors will discover a vibrant food court showcasing enticing lunch options and specialty food boutiques such as Lakrids liquorice, Eat Thai, Whats Soup, Summerbird, Los Tacos, SOT Burger, and Jonathan Sushi.

Tracing its origins back to 1797, Steen & Strøm's history is deeply rooted, with Samuel Strøm inaugurating a store at the intersection of Prinsensgate and Kongensgate. The department store underwent its most recent upgrade in 2021, and it proudly holds a place within the Promenaden Fashion District, Oslo's novel enclave for upscale retail therapy.

Image Courtesy of Flickr and Anne-Sophie.

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Sight Name: Steen & Strøm
Sight Location: Oslo, Norway (See walking tours in Oslo)
Sight Type: Shopping

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