Gressholmen Travel Guide
Oslo
Visit Gressholmen
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 acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.
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.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Gressholmen
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Great location, nice building, great breakfast, cool vibe, helpful staff, great gym with nice equipment (free weights, machines, and cardio), nice pool and sauna for relaxing.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Citybox Oslo
Clean, convenient check in, amazing location. Stayed twice.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Room was clean and bed made everyday. Would recommend paying for breakfast, that was superb to say the least!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Nice room, convenient location
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Yes
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Karl Johan Hotel
Overall everything was good. The room was nice, bed was comfortable and front desk was friendly and helpful. Cleaning needs improvement. What let this place down was on the last two days cleaning was not done. We had no clean towels for two days, bedsheets were never changed, and because no cleaning ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gressholmen
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
