Ekeberg Travel Guide
Oslo
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.
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.
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 Winter Park
Carve tracks on perfectly groomed runs and watch daredevils on Norway’s Olympic superpipe at this stunning resort area a short distance from central Oslo.
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.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords
Self Guided Tour in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories
Top hotels in Ekeberg
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Gorgeous place. Spa is amazing and a nice big gym too! Near to the train station and shops
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Citybox Oslo
Room was extremely clean and the check in was very easy.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Nice casual hotel with great facilities and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Accommodating staff
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotell Bondeheimen
all good
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Room had everything we needed. There were some strange sounds coming from the air vents in the middle of the night that briefly kept us up. Otherwise a good stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ekeberg
Gamle Oslo
Shopping, restaurants and museums highlight some notable features of Gamle Oslo. Make a stop by MUNCH Museum or Oslofjord while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at St. Halvards Place Tram Station or Munkegata Tram Station to get around town.
Toyen
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Toyen. Top attractions like Toyenbadet Public Bath and Jordal Amfi are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toyen Station or Toyen T-Bane to see more of the city.
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 Oslofjord, and you can jump on the metro at Kastellet Light Rail Station or Braten Light Rail Station to get around the city.
Helsfyr
Though Helsfyr may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Toyenbadet Public Bath and Intility Arena.
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.
Gronland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Gronland. Make a stop by Akerselva River or Intercultural Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Gronland T-Bane to get around town.
