Central Oslo Travel Guide
Oslo
Visit Central Oslo
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Top hotels in Central Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Staff were so welcoming and informative, the welcome sheet was so helpful. Breakfast incredible, so much choice and great quality. Room was spacious and finally a hotel that has great water pressure.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Citybox Oslo
Great location. Everything was good for what you might expect for a more "budget hotel". We didnt spend much time at the hotel. The location was key! very close to the harbour and Opera House
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Smarthotel Oslo
Clean and newish
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Room was nice but small. They didn't clean the room.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
We enjoyed our stay. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bathrooms had heated floors, the breakfast was very good with lots of options and it was conveniently located near shopping, train station and restaurants.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Karl Johan Hotel
Great location, amazing shower and best buffet breakfast ever (included).
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo
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.
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 Norwegian Cancer Society's Science Centre 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.
