Central Oslo Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Oslo City Hall
One of the most popular buildings in Oslo, this structure has great architectural style, historic importance and a beautiful art collection.
Akershus Fortress
See one of the finest and most beautiful cultural spots in Norway, with a fortress, museums and other buildings where many important historical events took place.
Oslo Cathedral
One of Oslo’s most famous buildings dates back to the 17th century and contains baroque woodcarvings and highly detailed ceiling murals.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Top hotels in Central Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
We had booked and paid in full 6 months in advance and were told a few days prior our booking that the amenities (pool, sauna, steam room and parts of the gym) were closed for refurbishment. Not only the hotel did not answer our messages regarding a potential compensation or partial refund, they ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Great hotel, within walking distance of all key attractions. Only negative was the check in queues took a long time
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Comfort Hotel Børsparken
Very good location, walkable even with luggages in the snow.Also very happy with the breakfast offered.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Citybox Oslo
The hotel was clean, quiet and in a great location.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
I chose the hotel because of its convenience for the railway Central Station. They notified us on arrival there would be building noise each day from 10 to 4 pm - yes it was noisy and continued to 5pm. Hotel was extemely busy, long queues in reception, the "highly sophisticated" call systen for the ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Fantastic stay, can’t complain
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo
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.
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.
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.
St. Hanshaugen
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.
Frogner
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.
