Kvadraturen Travel Guide
Oslo





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Popular places to visit

Oslo Cathedral
One of Oslo’s most famous buildings dates back to the 17th century and contains baroque woodcarvings and highly detailed ceiling murals.

Stortorvet
Find out about the history of Oslo when you spend time at Stortorvet. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

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 acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.

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.
Things to do

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat

Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

The Viking Planet Admission Ticket

Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Top hotels in Kvadraturen

Citybox Oslo
Very clean and easy access to the train station oslo S. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Staff were very friendly, room very clean and was a great central location
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Comfort Hotel Børsparken
Close to the train/bus station. Great breakfast but get up early for it.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Comfort Hotel Karl Johan
The staff were kind, the location excellent, and the food delicious. The lifts were temperamental, but lifts always are!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

K7 Hotel Oslo
Very clean room, comfortable beds, everything working perfectly in the room and bathroom, very safe with electronic access to room and elevator. The staff was very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Thon Hotel Panorama
Good sized room, modern decoration but issues with room lock and inadequate signage on how to
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kvadraturen

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Grünerløkka
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Grünerløkka. Spend some time visiting top spots like Mathallen Oslo, and catch the metro at Olaf Ryes Place Light Rail Station or Schous Place Light Rail Station to see more of the area.

