Fornebu Travel Guide

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Fornebu
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Whether you want to shop 'til you drop in the big shopping centre, relax on the beach or go to a concert at Telenor Arena, Fornebu is the perfect place for you.

There is so much to experience in one place when on holiday in Fornebu. Located just outside Oslo, here you'll find the city's finest beach, a large shopping centre with over 80 shops and restaurants, and also the Telenor Arena, which hosts major international concerts and artists.

Until 1998, Oslo's main airport was in Fornebu, but since the main airport moved to Gardermoen, there have been major changes in the area. Whilst it's a popular place for establishing the head offices of large companies, there are also many beautiful parks, like Nansenparken, and green belt areas frequented by both residents and tourists alike.

Go to Fornebu S if you're on a weekend shopping trip. This shopping centre boasts a wide range of shops to suit all tastes, so if you're looking for a new wardrobe, electronic gadgets, a fine dining experience in one of the many restaurants or eateries or even perhaps a new pair of trainers, Fornebu S is the place for you.

Summer in Fornebu means enjoying lazy days on one of Oslo’s finest beaches – Storøyodden badestrand. The beach has received blue flag certification from the EU, meaning the beach meets the highest water quality safety and environmental management standards. There are also several beach volleyball courts, table tennis tables, showers and kiosks on the beach. There are also beautiful nature trails to explore nearby.

End your trip to Fornebu by visiting Gamle Fornebu Kultursenter. This cultural centre, with its art gallery, museum and café is easy to find by taking the Telenor Fornebu bus as far as the old control tower.

Fornebu is perfect for those who want to be both near Oslo, and also be close to the beach. A quick and comfortable way to travel is the ferry, which travels between Fornebu and the boat harbour in Aker Brygge (Oslo). The beautiful parks and Fornebu's close proximity to the beach make it a wonderful place for your next holiday.


Popular places to visit

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Top hotels in Fornebu

Scandic Fornebu

Scandic Fornebu

4 out of 5
Martin Lingesvei 2, Fornebu, Bærum
The price is ฿3,202 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿3,202
฿3,587 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bærum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Aker Brygge and Karl Johan ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Good and clean

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Scandic Fornebu
Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Fornebuveien 80, Lysaker, Bærum
The price is ฿3,465 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,465
฿3,880 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bærum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Staff on reception were fantastic namely Damien and Joal (apologies if I’ve spelt wrong) very helpful and both went over and above to assist. Derive in the bar and restaurant was below average

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo
Quality Hotel Expo

Quality Hotel Expo

4 out of 5
Snarøyveien 20, Fornebu, Bærum
The price is ฿3,235 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,235
฿3,623 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bærum. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Aker Brygge and Karl Johan Gate ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
I had a great run from the hotel and out towards Snarøya along the sea with the sun shining!

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Quality Hotel Expo
Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,644 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿5,644
฿6,321 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,872 reviews)
Breakfast was really good Room is comfortable and nice views to the city

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6, Oslo
The price is ฿2,733 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,733
฿3,061 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,099 reviews)
Everything was very good - only complaint we would have is the lack of tv in the room.

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Citybox Oslo
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,007 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿4,007
฿4,487 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,753 reviews)
Excellent altogether - lovely hotel with good amenities, particularly for the price point. We made use of the gym but the pool and restaurant area also looked great. Hotel bar was fairly priced with amazing views of Oslo. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Oslo.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
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Other neighbourhoods around Fornebu

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Lysaker

While Lysaker may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like CC Vest Shopping Centre and Unity Arena.

Lysaker
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Skøyen

3/5(1 area review)

Check out the museums while you're in Skøyen. Hop on the metro at Skoyen Light Rail Station and Thune Light Rail Station to see top sights like Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park and Frogner Park.

Skøyen
Oslo featuring outdoor art

Frogner

5/5(20 area reviews)

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Frogner. Make a stop by Color Line Ferry Terminal or Oslo City Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lille Frogner alle Light Rail Station or Elisinburg Tram Station to get around town.

Frogner
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Majorstuen

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Majorstuen. Top attractions like Frognerbadet Open-Air Public Bath and Oslo City Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vigelandsparken Station or Frogner Stadion Station to see more of the city.

Majorstuen
Aker Brygge featuring modern architecture and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Vika

Theatres and restaurants are highlights of Vika. Make a stop by The National Museum or Oslo Konserthus while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vikatorvet Tram Station to get around town.

Vika
Oslo showing interior views

Sentrum

While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or Chat Noir, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.

Sentrum


Fornebu Travel Guide