Central Oslo Travel Guide
Oslo
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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 fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
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.
Oslo Cathedral
One of Oslo’s most famous buildings dates back to the 17th century and contains baroque woodcarvings and highly detailed ceiling murals.
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 Central Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Good food and helpful staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Citybox Oslo
Excellent place to stay. Convenient and accessible.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Room was good, disappointed with 2 single beds instead of queen/king bed. Think you should have more English TV channels, at the moment it's just CNN. BBC Nordic would be good as well as BBC News. Breakfast was good, but could have done with some veggie sausages or hash browns. Staff were friendly. ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
The desk manager Kris was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Spectrum
Breakfast buffet is amazing- incredible selection of foods, all fresh and freshly prepared. Plus one can buy a box and fill it up for lunch or afters.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Slottsparken
Excellent location and a very good breakfast
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
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 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.
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.
