Central Oslo Travel Guide

Oslo

Central Oslo
Central Oslo
Central Oslo
Central Oslo
Central Oslo

If you are attracted to sports, beautiful scenery and indoor and outdoor cultural experiences, Oslo will be the perfect destination for you!

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a metropolis in close proximity to nature. Here you will be able to enjoy an active holiday while also having a chance to recharge your batteries. Head to Oslomarka with its 618 square miles of delightful nature, or the green areas through the largest park in the city, Frognerparken, where you can take in some cultural history en route.

If you opt for the green alternative when travelling to Oslo, you can start off at Oslo Central Station and walk up along the main street, Karl Johan. There are excellent shopping opportunities and pubs along the way. On the way to The Royal Palace you will pass the Parliament building which dates from 1866, and a quick detour will also take you to the baroque Oslo Cathedral which is used for royal weddings and ceremonies.

If you visit the palace during the summer, you may be able to go on a tour before carrying on to Vigelandsparken. Here you will find beautiful fountains and Gustav Vigeland's unique sculptures of human bodies. A trip up to Holmenkollen should be part of any visit to Oslo. The popular landmark has a ski museum where you can delight in 4000 years of history, outstanding views and a ski simulator!

Hotels and other accommodation options are easy to find when you are in the centre of Oslo and the transport options will be excellent, whether you choose to fly to Oslo airport or take the train or bus. The tram, underground and bus make it easy to experience the capital.

There are plenty of restaurants and other eateries in Oslo – head to Aker Brygge when on a holiday in Oslo. Here you can enjoy a lovely atmosphere and stunning views across Oslofjorden.

Oslo has plenty of experiences to offer. Whether you want to enjoy the parks in the summer sun or the shimmering snow at Holmenkollen during winter, Oslo is a city worth visiting all year round.


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Top hotels in Central Oslo

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3 Oslo
The price is ฿6,399 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿6,399
฿7,167 total
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,483 reviews)
The breakfast was fantastic. The evening dinner was a bit expensive.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6 Oslo
The price is ฿3,987 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿3,987
฿4,465 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,426 reviews)
Was alright staff were helpful sorting out a refund, as got charged twice.

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Citybox Oslo
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Sonja Henies Plass 3 Postboks 9206 Oslo
The price is ฿6,582 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿6,582
฿7,372 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,571 reviews)
Great staff, but minimal amenities.

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11 Oslo
The price is ฿4,166 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿4,166
฿4,666 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a snack bar/deli and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,535 reviews)
The room was clean, comfortable and extremely quiet. Made for a very restful stay.

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26 Oslo
The price is ฿3,246 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿3,246
฿3,636 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,758 reviews)
Very well located hotel with really helpful staff. Would stay again

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Smarthotel Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26 Oslo
The price is ฿3,541 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿3,541
฿3,965 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,542 reviews)
Cheap and not particularly cheerful. The staff were not overly helpful and treated your presence as more of an inconvenience rather than something they were paid to do. The room was a decent size for two people. The bed is comfortable but you only get 1 pillow. When we asked for another there was ...

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo

Oslo, Norway - Panoramic view of Oslo waterfront with Akershus Fortress, City Hall and Aker Brygge borough at Pipervika harbor

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.

Sentrum
Vika

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 City Centre

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(395 area reviews)

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.

Oslo City Centre
Kvadraturen

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.

Kvadraturen
EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018

St. Hanshaugen

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

St. Hanshaugen
Lake sunny landscape in Frogner park, Oslo, Norway

Frogner

5/5(21 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


Central Oslo Travel Guide