Oslo City Centre Travel Guide

Oslo

A waterfront with a large brick building featuring a clock tower, several boats docked, and a forested hill in the background.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sloped roof.
A statue of a seated figure with a fountain in front.
A modern architectural building with a glass facade and a sloped roof, situated near a waterfront with people sitting and walking around.
Two people sitting on a grassy hill under a canopy of green trees.

Stay near popular Oslo City Centre attractions

A modern architectural structure with a glass facade, a large open plaza, and a construction crane in the background.

Oslo Opera House

9.2/10 (2,428 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Rp794.074
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise

Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise

Rp2.123.686
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line

Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line

Rp914.109
per adult
Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line
Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket

Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket

Rp885.185
per adult
Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

Rp919.649
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour

Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour

Rp904.875
per adult
Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour
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Top hotels in Oslo City Centre

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3 Oslo
The price is Rp3.949.411 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp3.949.411
Rp4.423.343 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Sonja Henies Plass 3 Postboks 9206 Oslo
The price is Rp3.505.546 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp3.505.546
Rp3.926.211 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,665 reviews)
"The lines to check in were long. Asked for a late check out and even though I paid extra for it, my room key did not work"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26 Oslo
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.804.038 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.804.038
Rp2.020.523 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
Smarthotel Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6 Oslo
The price is Rp2.133.591 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.133.591
Rp2.389.622 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,578 reviews)
"Decent budget hotel. Great discounted cafe adjoining it. Basic rooms. No TV. Good location. It is a budget hotel."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Citybox Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26 Oslo
The price is Rp2.032.704 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.032.704
Rp2.276.638 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,695 reviews)
"Great location- simple standards, but good value for the price."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Hobo Oslo

Hobo Oslo

3 out of 5
Dronningens gate 23-25 Oslo
The price is Rp3.261.749 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp3.261.749
Rp3.653.165 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Oslo Opera House and Karl Johan Gate are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (340 reviews)
"What a fun and quirky hotel! Loves the vibe, loved the room. Staff were amazing and so helpful! Bar was fun and had great energy. Lifts got a little backed up during high traffic times, but really great spot."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

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Where to stay in Oslo City Centre

Find the best Oslo City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A park with manicured flower beds and modern buildings in the background.

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.

A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a tall spire.
Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis
Open Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis

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.

A historic church with a tall bell tower and a large arched entrance.

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.

A church with a tall spire and a brick tower, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

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.

A multi-story building with colorful graffiti and overgrown vegetation.
Photo by Caitlin Johnston
Open Photo by Caitlin Johnston

Grünerløkka

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Grünerløkka. Spend some time visiting top spots like Mathallen Oslo, and catch the metro at Olaf Ryes Place Light Rail Station or Schous Place Light Rail Station to see more of the area.

Oslo City Centre Travel Guide