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 fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

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.

Viking Ship Museum
This large hall is the permanent dock of three great Viking ships that may have once brought terror to northern Europe.

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.
Things to do

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise

Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Top hotels in Sjursøya

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Friendly staff; great central location, awesome buffet breakfast selection. Well appointed gym with sauna and steam. Only downsides were poor A/C system and beds are too soft. That said I would still return to this hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Citybox Oslo
Room is very truly clean. Location is 6 minutes from Oslo Central station... Easy for food. Wifi is fast at lobby area but not in the room
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
No amenities not even a water bottle or coffee in the room. Construction work across a one lane street was noisy. A conscience hotel would post it is in a Construction Zone. Strawberry’s Comfort Xpress established that its personnel will lie to get business, and the price gouge lodgers. Reserved ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Excellent location by train station and great shower
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Thon Hotel Spectrum
Good sized room with comfy bed. Bathroom was on the tight side. Good work desk and wifi, and room included a small fridge. Excellent breakfast with lots of choices.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Thon Hotel Slottsparken
Other neighbourhoods around Sjursøya

Ekeberg
When in Ekeberg and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Vantage Point Ekeberg or MUNCH Museum 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 Mini Bottle Gallery 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.
