Gressholmen Travel Guide
Oslo
Visit Gressholmen
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
Oslo City Walks - In the Heart of Oslo
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Top hotels in Gressholmen
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
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Nice casual hotel with great facilities and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Karl Johan Hotel
Excellent, great location to explore Oslo
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Complimentary upgrade upon arrival, good spa and pool facilities, good location
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gressholmen
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.
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.
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.
