Norway
Extensive serene coastlines, incredible mountainous terrain and gorgeous Scandanavian towns, Norway is truly an incredible sight to behold. Norway is a country filled with some of the world’s greatest landscapes and the most beautiful scenery you will ever see. If it’s spectacular mountains are not enough to impress you, it’s quaint towns, delicious food or beautiful forests certainly will. You are bound to fall in love with this northern Scandinavian wonder.
NOK
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The money
The Rigsdaler was used as the main form of currency in Norway until 1816. During this time, Danish currency also circulated in Norway, as the two countries were in a political union. In 1816, the modern central bank of Norway, Norges Bank, was established and the monetary unit was changed to Speciedaler. The currency got devalued in 1830 and was then pegged to silver on a fixed basis. In 1875, Norway joined the Scandinavian Monetary Union (SMU) and adopted the Krone as its official currency. The union lasted until 1914, though all the countries kept their respective currencies afterwards. The Norwegian Krone moved on and off of a gold standard and was also pegged to a number of different currencies at various rates.
- Currency
- Norwegian Krone
- Code
- NOK
- Symbol
- kr
- One Australian dollar
- 6.3462 NOK
Bank notes
- 50 kr
- 100 kr
- 200 kr
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- 1000 kr
Coins
- 1 kr
- 5 kr
- 10 kr
- 20 kr
We supply notes only. Coins are listed so you know what the change in your pocket is worth.
What things cost in Norway
The left column is what the guide records locally. The right column is that same figure through today’s rate — the arithmetic we would do for you at the counter, done here instead.
| Everyday price | Kroner | Australian dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range restaurant | 800 | A$126.06 |
| One-way ticket on local transport | 36 | A$5.67 |
| Bottle of water | 24 | A$3.78 |
Converted at 1 AUD = 6.3462 NOK, our online rate as at 13 Sep 2026, 02:36. Local prices are a guide to what you will pay, not a quote.
Before you go
- Always pack an extra layer of warm clothes with you. The weather can change drastically between seasons in Norway. If you plan on going hiking, the weather can immediately change from clear blue skies to rain in a few hours or the temperature could drop as you climb to higher altitudes, so it’s best to always come prepared with an extra coat.
- Be careful of what time of the year you travel. Some attractions in Norway are only open during certain times of the year, due to the extreme contrast between winter and summer weather. If you plan on seeing the northern lights, the best time to visit would be during the winter months of October to March. If you plan on going hiking through the Norwegian countryside, the best time to visit is during the warmer months; as many paths and trails are closed off during winter.
- Consider buying food from supermarkets if your budget is tight. Eating out is not a cultural norm of Norway and the majority of restaurants are especially expensive to dine in. An easy way around this is to purchase food from supermarkets, bakeries or even pizzerias; all of which tend to be much cheaper than restaurants while still offering a delicious meal.
- Refrain from tipping. Tipping is an extremely uncommon thing to do in Norway and the locals, even if they did decide to tip, would tip 5% of the bill at most. If you do decide to tip, don’t be surprised if the server chases you down the street to return your money to you!
- Don’t fall for the trap of only visiting cities. Although Norwegian cities such as Bergen and Oslo are incredible to see, the true heart of Norway comes in its gorgeous natural landscapes and wilderness. Filled with fjords, rivers, snow-capped mountains and hiking trails, this country is an outdoor adventurer’s dream. Norway’s natural beauty just begs to be explored, so bring a tent and some hiking boots with you on your holiday!
Norway, photographed
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Pulpit Rock — view full size
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Trolltunga — view full size
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Geirangerfjord — view full size
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Bryggen — view full size
Bryggen -
Tromsø — view full size
Tromsø -
Lofoten — view full size
Lofoten
Order your NOK before you fly
Order online at today’s rate and collect it at the Ringwood counter, or have it delivered. The rate on this page is the rate we transact at.