Sjursøya Travel Guide
Oslo
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.
Tusenfryd Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tusenfryd Amusement Park as part of your trip to Ås. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Viking Ship Museum
This large hall is the permanent dock of three great Viking ships that may have once brought terror to northern Europe.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Oslo with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Sjursøya
Clarion Hotel The Hub
The breakfast was fantastic. The evening dinner was a bit expensive.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Citybox Oslo
This hotel is great, very close to central station, only 5-6 minutes walk, clean and security, but room is so little space.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Great staff, despite the strike, made me feel very welcome. Pillows could be better for sure. Hard to navigate to and from the gym.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Great hotel: clean, modern and very centrally located to the train station and Opera House. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Smarthotel Oslo
Very well located hotel with really helpful staff. Would stay again
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
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
Other neighbourhoods around Sjursøya
Ekeberg
When in Ekeberg and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Vantage Point Ekeberg or Northern Skoyen Manor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Brattlikollen T-Bane or Brattlikollen Station.
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.
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.
Gamle Oslo
Shopping, restaurants and museums highlight some notable features of Gamle Oslo. Make a stop by MUNCH Museum or Akerselva River while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at St. Halvards Place Tram Station or Munkegata Tram Station to get around town.
Nordstrand
Get to know Nordstrand and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Vantage Point Ekeberg and Inner Oslofjord, and you can jump on the metro at Kastellet Light Rail Station or Braten Light Rail Station to get around the city.
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.
