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.


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Top hotels in Fornebu

Scandic Fornebu

Scandic Fornebu

4 out of 5
Martin Lingesvei 2, Fornebu, Bærum
The price is ฿3,431 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,431
฿3,842 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Perfect location with transport links direct to Oslo. Website states there is an indoor pool free to use however this was not the case. The website also states there are free bikes to use but doesn’t state that they are for adults only and we had our two children with us. Overall we would stay again ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Scandic Fornebu
Quality Hotel Expo

Quality Hotel Expo

4 out of 5
Snarøyveien 20, Fornebu, Bærum
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,784 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,784
฿4,238 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast is good. Rooms are fairly basic."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Quality Hotel Expo
Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Fornebuveien 80, Lysaker, Bærum
The price is ฿3,394 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,394
฿3,801 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was a quick walk the the Fjord which have beautiful views. Also very convenient to be close to a bus route that takes you right into the main city centre"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo
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 ฿6,928 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿6,928
฿7,759 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (3,708 reviews)
"Central location, great place to stay for business"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26, Oslo
The price is ฿2,492 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,492
฿2,791 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,165 reviews)
"if you have a car, it’s going to cost you over US$55 approximately, it was a little bit hard to figure out because you have to open up a garage door to find the parking which is almost across the street from the hotel, which is nice, but download the easy park app it will help youi OK. but for the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11, Oslo
The price is ฿3,148 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,148
฿3,525 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,135 reviews)
Good stay
"Good basic hotel that fits your basic needs. No iron in the room( Provided on the 7th floor) or any kettle (hot water and tea/coffee available at reception.) For 2 nights we were completely fine as the proximity to the train station was of most importance."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Fornebu

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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
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(394 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

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