On Lisøy, an island in the suburb of Fana, sits the romantic 1873 villa of the famous Norwegian fiddler, Ole Bull. The grounds have been open to the public since 1973, and tourists can explore the 13 kilometers of paths, enjoy a picnic in a gazebo, or relax by one of the numerous ponds.
There is also a museum on site, which offers guided tours of the home and grounds. The ruins of Lyse Abbey (Lysekloster), also known as the Monastery of Lyse, are another major attraction on the island. Founded in 1146 by monks from York, England, this was the first Cistercian house in Norway.
