Futuristic Cities That Will Make You Question What Year It Is

21. Oslo, Norway – Electrified Urban Living

Oslo feels like a city tuned for the future — where clean air, smart infrastructure, and sleek Scandinavian design converge. The Norwegian capital is one of the world’s greenest cities, with over 80% of new cars sold being electric and entire districts transitioning to car-free zones. Oslo’s city center is optimized for cyclists, pedestrians, and EVs, with wireless charging roads and real-time traffic monitoring. The transformation is both environmental and aesthetic: the Barcode Project, a stunning row of geometric high-rises along the waterfront, looks like it was pulled straight from a futuristic design manual. Meanwhile, the fjordfront has been reimagined as a network of urban beaches, floating saunas, and modern public spaces that blend nature and tech. From smart waste management to AI-controlled lighting systems, Oslo proves that sustainability doesn’t have to feel restrictive — it can look (and feel) like a utopian sci-fi dream.