HovedOya 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.
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.
Aker Brygge
This former shipyard is now a popular entertainment, shopping and restaurant district on the shores of the Oslo Fjord.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
Royal Palace
You can find out about the history of Oslo with a trip to Royal Palace. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Self Guided Tour in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories
Top hotels in HovedOya
Clarion Hotel The Hub
polite staff, good breakfast, busy.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Beautiful lobby, clean rooms and access to public parking garage. Would stay again!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Slottsparken
Gotta give a shout out to the staff first. I requested extra pillows ahead of time and when we arrived to check in, they were already there. Later, when I mentioned my husband's bad back and said that we would appreciate (if possible) an extra mattress pad, they were extremely helpful and accommodating ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
The hotel staff is great and very helpful
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Citybox Oslo
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
A lovely hotel - great city views with some rooms. Location not so great - a lot of building work surrounding you but we were made aware. Seems to be an up and coming area. Lovely area around the fjords and some nice boat trips.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Cinemateket 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 National Theater, 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.
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.
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 National Gallery.
