Royal Palace, Oslo

See all the major sights of Oslo with a convenient hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour ticket. Take the stress out of finding your way around a new city, and feel the ease of taking your time at each landmark or attraction. Opt for a 24 or 48-hour ticket, and get the most out of your visit with museum discounts, an informative audio guide, and a free set of headphones. Check the detailed museum timetable in the brochure and always know when the next bus pickup is scheduled. Discover Oslo's biggest highlights like the Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History, the Viking Ship Museum, the Fram Polar Ship Museum, the Akershus Fortress and Castle, and the National Opera House of Oslo. DISCOUNTS included in your ticket: - Kon-Tiki Museum: 10% off the entrance. - The Norwegian Museu of Cultural History: 10% off the entrance. - The Fram Museum: 10% off the entrance. - The Maritime Museum: 10% off the entrance. - Louise restaurant: 20% off on the food. - Rorbua: Free dessert when purchasing a meal.

Explore Oslo like a local on this bike tour of the major sights. Discover the parks, castle grounds, and paths of Oslo Fjord, and learn where to find the city’s best bars and restaurants from an expert guide. **For winter tours, see below.** Depart from the Viking Biking waterfront warehouse, an easy 15-minute walk from Oslo's city center, and cycle on comfortable bikes to the pedestrianized City Hall Square, the site of the annual Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Enjoy an easy ride along the car-free paths of Oslo Fjord, admiring sweeping views over the city's harbor, islands, and surrounding hills. Continue to the Medieval and Renaissance castle of Akershus Festning, and climb off your bike for a brief walk along the ramparts. Then, ride down Karl Johans Gate, the most famous boulevard in Norway, visiting the Parliament, National Theater, University, and Royal Palace. After a charming downhill ride through the Royal Palace gardens, cycle through the beautiful neoclassical neighborhood of Frogner, making your way to the world-famous Frogner Sculpture Park. End with a long downhill ride to Oslo Fjord to visit a hidden jewel of a building built over the fjord. A final ride through the pedestrian shopping district of Aker Brygge brings you back to the Viking Biking store and the end of your tour. From 01 November 2024 – 28 February 2025 we alter the tour to accommodate winter conditions. We equip our bikes with spiked tires so that we can explore Oslo’s sights safely. Sites visited can change based on weather and seasonal activities such as Christmas markets, and are chosen by our guides based on being safely accessible. Please note that this winter tour is recommended only for individuals with cycling experience and is only available to those over the age of 12.

Discover the highlights of Norway’s capital city on a guided walking tour, and get an unparalleled insight into what makes this Scandinavian city stand out. Wander around Sentrum, Oslo’s diverse city center on the Skagerrak strait, to discover its best landmarks, museums, restaurants, and bars. During the tour, see the Norwegian Parliament, the Grand Hotel, and the main street Karl Johan. Learn how Oslo earned its nickname as the "Tiger City" and stroll past the symbolic Norwegian Opera House that stands out like a pearl in the ocean. Next, you will visit Christiania, the historical center of Oslo, and find out why the Norwegian capital has changed its name several times over the last 300 years. After the tour, download the activity provider's app (included in your tour) to discover more of Oslo and its incredible history with curated audio-guided route through the main quarters. Best of Oslo includes: • Oslo City Hall • National Theater • University of Oslo • Norwegian Parliament • Stortorvet Gjestgiveri • Glasmagazinet • Kvadraturen • Oslo Cathedral • Karl Johan Street • Fire Tower • Tiger Sculpture • Oslo Second City Hall • Gamle rådhus • Ceremony Pier Self-guided route's main sights: • Frogner Stadion • Norwegian Parliament • Trinity Church • Karl Johan's monument • Grensen • Aamodt Bridge ... and many more

Start your tour with a panoramic sightseeing on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, and admire all the attractions that make Oslo a unique city. Continue to the stunning Holmenkollen ski jump for a bird's eye view above Oslo and beyond, and then, explore the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park and learn about the artist's life and his monumental work. All these with an authorized Oslo guide by your side, who can answer all your questions. In the afternoon, relax on a 2-hour cruise and experience the Norwegian capital from a different perspective. Take in charming views of idyllic bays and picturesque islands with fairytale-looking like cabins and get a feel of the people's life at these northern latitudes. Conclude your combo tour at the City Hall Pier from where you can continue to explore the city center at your own pace.

Meet your local guide and board a comfortable coach for your tour of discovery. Sit back and relax while you learn about the city's history and culture and admire the main sights: The Royal Palace, the City Hall, the Parliament building, the Old Town with Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, the new Munch Museum, the Cathedral, the National Museum, Aker Brygge, the Nobel Institute, Frogner Park. Continue to the exclusive residential and recreational Holmenkollen area, famous for the stunning Ski Jump, built on top of the hill, and for the panoramic vistas over the city and the fjord. Then, get in touch with the art of the most prolific Norwegian sculptor, Gustav Vigeland, as you stroll through its impressive Sculpture Park comprising more than 200 groups of sculptures cast in bronze or carved in granite. Conclude the tour by visiting two of the most popular museums in Oslo, beautifully located on the picturesque Bygdøy Peninsula. The Norwegian Folk Museum with its impressive outdoor collection of old Norwegian houses and a picture-perfect Stave Church will be visited in the summer. Then, visit the Fram Museum, where you will learn about the impressive Norwegian polar expeditions and see the strongest polar ship ever built, which sailed farthest North and farthest South than any other ship.

Our E-bike tour is a tour that aims to give you a calm biking experience with our Electric bikes. We try to cover all these interesting places in Oslo you as a tourist want to see. We combine some history spots, street art, park and food hall so you get to see what Oslo has to offer. Our El-Bikes allow us to bike around the city , these bikes are completely new and will help us reach all our sightseeing spots with no extra effort so you can enjoy the tour and dont worry about getting exhausted. The El-bikes are easy to ride and a small start/bike course will be given before the tour starts. Ps: We will drop by a cozy coffee shop in order to taste a traditional Norwegian waffel with Brown cheese.

Imagine a city founded by the mighty Vikings—not just fish-eaters and raiders, but people living life in the rugged north. Fast forward to the 1600s, and we meet King Christian IV, ruler of Denmark and Norway, a city-builder and fortress-reconstructor. After a devastating fire, the King made a bold choice: instead of rebuilding in the same spot, he moved the city. And what city is this? Oslo! Today, we’ll take you on a private walking tour to explore the vibrant capital as it stands now. Our journey begins at the Nobel Peace Center, where the stunning Aker Brygge offers beautiful views of Oslo Harbour and the fjord. Along the way, we’ll dive into the stories behind Oslo City Hall, home to the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, before heading to the city's heart. Here, we’ll pass by landmarks like The National Theatre, University Square, Karl Johans gate (Oslo’s main shopping street), and the Norwegian Parliament. What else comes to mind when you think of Oslo? Of course, no visit to Oslo is complete without seeing Akershus Fortress. And... wait, what’s that? An iceberg? Not quite! That’s the Oslo Opera House, with its bold, modern architecture standing out in a newly developed, contemporary area of the city. And just behind the Opera House, you'll find something surprising: urban farming! Oslo may be cold, but the city is alive with energy and innovation. Don’t take our word for it—climb to the top of the Opera House after the tour and experience the buzz of Oslo for yourself! If you’re looking for an introduction to Oslo but are short on time, this private walking tour is the way to go.

Our journey begins near the Nobel Peace Center, from where we'll explore the historical sites of Oslo's city center. Stroll past the imposing Akershus Fortress, wander through Christiania Torv, and uncover the secrets of Kvadraturen, Oslo’s original city layout. As we make our way to the iconic Oslo Opera House, now a symbol of the city's modern identity, you'll be introduced to the charm of 19th-century Norwegian landmarks. We’ll walk along the bustling Karl Johan Street, Oslo's main thoroughfare. Along the way, we'll pass by the Oslo Cathedral, explore the grandeur of the Parliament building, and admire the National Theater and the University of Oslo's historic Aula. This tour offers abundant opportunities for photography, as you immerse yourself in Oslo’s rich history, from its medieval roots to its modern landmarks. Our journey concludes near the University of Oslo, where you'll enjoy a picturesque view of the Royal Palace, a perfect finale to your exploration of the city’s cultural and historical treasures.

Discover Oslo’s main attractions on this guided audio walk through the city centre with unique stories for each place. No matter whether you're a first time visitor or have been here before, you'll learn something for sure! You’ll embark on a journey through time and learn about Norwegian history and society along the way. On your way, you’ll visit conic landmarks such as the The Royal Palace, Stortinget and The Opera House. You’ll also get tips and trips for your visit. Beyond a typical tour, "Oslo Unveiled" engages you with interactive quizzes at each stop, encouraging deeper involvement with the city's history and culture. The tour includes a guided map for effortless navigation, allowing you to start, pause, or repeat sections as per your preference. So, are you ready to unveil the secrets of Oslo?

Discover the highlights of Oslo on a guided walking tour with a local. Learn about the city's rich history and hear fascinating stories about the city's past. Enjoy scenic views and viewpoints along the way. Start your tour at the Castle near the harbour and wind your way downhill through Oslo’s scenic streets. Along the way, stop at stunning viewpoints overlooking the fjord, perfect for capturing the beauty of Norway’s capital. As you journey through the city, hear about Oslo’s rich and layered history—from its medieval origins to modern-day transformations. Learn about the city’s most fascinating secrets, such as how Oslo was nearly destroyed by fire multiple times over the last hundred years, and how the city’s architecture and culture rose from the ashes.