Oslo City Centre Travel Guide
Oslo
Visit Oslo City Centre
Popular places to visit
Oslo Opera House
The home of the Norwegian National Ballet and Opera is a large marble and glass edifice that resembles a glacier rising out of the water.
Aker Brygge
This former shipyard is now a popular entertainment, shopping and restaurant district on the shores of the Oslo Fjord.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Royal Palace
You can find out about the history of Oslo with a trip to Royal Palace. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Oslo City Hall
One of the most popular buildings in Oslo, this structure has great architectural style, historic importance and a beautiful art collection.
Things to do
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Top hotels in Oslo City Centre
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Beautiful lobby, even better than the photos. Apparently was designed by Anemone. And lovely room fragrance. There’s everything you could wish for at the buffet breakfast and custom made omelette ready in 3 mins. I didn’t use the gym or swimming pool but good to have. The room was lovely. A bit hot ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Beautiful lobby, clean rooms and access to public parking garage. Would stay again!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Clean hotel and well sound insulated. The room looked to an internal courtyard and a wall that was not pretty at all. You would expect a proper view outside for the price.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Slottsparken
The breakfast was EXCELLENT
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Citybox Oslo
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Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Hotel is in a superb location. Minutes from central station and a huge shopping centre. Rooms clean and well equipped. No issues with fees etc and a smooth experience. There is building work going on outside the hotel at the moment but it didn't impact hugely on our stay. Pool was lovely, small but ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oslo City Centre
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or National Museum - Architecture and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
Sentrum
While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or National Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.
Central Oslo
Travellers love Central Oslo for its popular shops, and you can see more of Oslo by jumping on the metro at Nationaltheatret Tram Station or Tullinlokka Light Rail Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Theater and National Gallery.
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.
Bjørvika
While you're in Bjørvika, take in top sights like Akerselva River and jump on the metro at Bjørvika Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gronland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Gronland. Make a stop by Akerselva River or Intercultural Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Gronland T-Bane to get around town.
