10 TOP Things to Do in Akershus July 2026

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2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

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Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords

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Oslo Viking Quest: Exploration Game and Tour

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Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour

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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

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Oslo: 3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord

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What to do in Akershus

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Oslo Opera House

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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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Where to stay in Akershus

Find the best Akershus areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.