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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Oslo City Walks - In the Heart of Oslo
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Top hotels in HovedOya
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
A great hotel, we stayed in room 1717, 17th floor and the view is spectacular, my only negative is that in our 3 night stay I the housekeeping didn’t change our bed sheets, change out towels ect.., so I had to ring reception to ask for towels, coffee refresh ect.., other than that this place is more ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Smarthotel Oslo
Clean room good service
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Yes the room was spotless staff excellent and breakfast was wonderfull
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Citybox Oslo
breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Karl Johan Hotel
Centrally located hotel, well.appointed rooms and an excellent breakfast showcasing plenty of high quality Norweigian delicacies and other delights.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Near Christmas Market. The hotel could provide free water bottles (2) each day.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Stortorvet and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
Oslo City Centre
Travellers choose Oslo City Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station and check out top sights like Norwegian Parliament.
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.
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.
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 Chat Noir.
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.
