Visit Vestre Aker
Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
This former shipyard is now a popular entertainment, shopping and restaurant district on the shores of the Oslo Fjord.
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.
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.
Oslo Winter Park
Carve tracks on perfectly groomed runs and watch daredevils on Norway’s Olympic superpipe at this stunning resort area a short distance from central Oslo.
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.
National Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your stay in Oslo. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Things to do
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo City Walks - In the Heart of Oslo
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Top hotels in Vestre Aker
Scandic Holmenkollen Park
The hotel was beautiful. Front desk and restaurant staff are not so great. Could use some humility and a big customer service course. The room had no tissues, we asked for some at the front desk, their answer was we don't use tissues, use the toilet paper (??). another instance we arrive at restaurant ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Lysebu Hotel
All great
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Voksenasen Hotell, BW Signature Collection
This is a beautiful hotel that I have had the opportunity to visit in the past. We stayed 4 nights this time and have enjoyed the quiet beauty of the hotel and surrounding area.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Clean room easy check in
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Citybox Oslo
Very basic, but clean and with all one needs for few nights. The room really is soundproofed. Excellent location and good value for money. I would add a couple of hangers in the room.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Smarthotel Oslo
Rooms small. Tv not working throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vestre Aker
Holmenkollen
Travellers choose Holmenkollen for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Holmenkollen Station or Holmenkollen T-Bane and check out top sights like Holmenkollen Ski Museum.
Skøyen
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.
Majorstuen
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Majorstuen. Top attractions like Oslo City Museum and Frogner Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vigelandsparken Station or Frogner Stadion Station to see more of the city.
Frogner
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.
St. Hanshaugen
You might enjoy the restaurants while in St. Hanshaugen. Bislett Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Stensgata Light Rail Station or Bislett Station to see more of the city.
Sagene
While you're in Sagene, take in top sights like Sagene Church or Storo Storsenter, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sandaker Center Tram Station or Torshov Tram Station.
