Central Oslo Travel Guide

Oslo
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour
If you are attracted to sports, beautiful scenery and indoor and outdoor cultural experiences, Oslo will be the perfect destination for you!

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a metropolis in close proximity to nature. Here you will be able to enjoy an active holiday while also having a chance to recharge your batteries. Head to Oslomarka with its 618 square miles of delightful nature, or the green areas through the largest park in the city, Frognerparken, where you can take in some cultural history en route.

If you opt for the green alternative when travelling to Oslo, you can start off at Oslo Central Station and walk up along the main street, Karl Johan. There are excellent shopping opportunities and pubs along the way. On the way to The Royal Palace you will pass the Parliament building which dates from 1866, and a quick detour will also take you to the baroque Oslo Cathedral which is used for royal weddings and ceremonies.

If you visit the palace during the summer, you may be able to go on a tour before carrying on to Vigelandsparken. Here you will find beautiful fountains and Gustav Vigeland's unique sculptures of human bodies. A trip up to Holmenkollen should be part of any visit to Oslo. The popular landmark has a ski museum where you can delight in 4000 years of history, outstanding views and a ski simulator!

Hotels and other accommodation options are easy to find when you are in the centre of Oslo and the transport options will be excellent, whether you choose to fly to Oslo airport or take the train or bus. The tram, underground and bus make it easy to experience the capital.

There are plenty of restaurants and other eateries in Oslo – head to Aker Brygge when on a holiday in Oslo. Here you can enjoy a lovely atmosphere and stunning views across Oslofjorden.

Oslo has plenty of experiences to offer. Whether you want to enjoy the parks in the summer sun or the shimmering snow at Holmenkollen during winter, Oslo is a city worth visiting all year round.


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Top hotels in Central Oslo

Citybox Oslo
Citybox Oslo
3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6, Oslo
The price is ₹5,679 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹5,679
per night
20 May - 21 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,032 reviews)
Good room
"The room is tidy and clean but it is near the tram track which may be little bit noisy."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Citybox Oslo
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
The price is ₹10,826 per night from 26 May to 27 May
₹10,826
per night
26 May - 27 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)
"room looks a bit basic,shower not powerfull but location and roof top bar makes up for it.very good"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Clarion Hotel The Hub
4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
The price is ₹13,604 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹13,604
per night
12 May - 13 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,305 reviews)
"Staff are friendly and focussed. Rooms are immaculate even with the creepy bear art installation ! Buffet breakfast is fabulous Including blueberries and yoghurt, tabasco for my egg yolks and capers for the smoked salmon for the win."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
3.5 out of 5
Tordenskioldsgate 6b, Oslo
The price is ₹8,536 per night from 13 May to 14 May
₹8,536
per night
13 May - 14 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,239 reviews)
Close to city centre
"Very clean and comfort. Definitely recommend and stay next time."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
4 out of 5
Sonja Henies Plass 3 Postboks 9206, Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹13,403 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹13,403
per night
19 May - 20 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,328 reviews)
"Beautiful views."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11, Oslo
The price is ₹6,950 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹6,950
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,288 reviews)
Clean, everything in new condition, great value
"Very clean and well-maintained. Right by the train station. Great value."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo

Oslo showing interior views

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.

Sentrum
Aker Brygge featuring modern architecture and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Vika

Theatres and restaurants are highlights of Vika. Make a stop by Oslo Konserthus or Nobel Peace Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vikatorvet Tram Station to get around town.

Vika
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(394 area reviews)

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 Parliament.

Oslo City Centre
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St. Hanshaugen

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

St. Hanshaugen
Oslo featuring outdoor art

Frogner

5/5(20 area reviews)

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.

Frogner
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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.

Bjørvika

Central Oslo Travel Guide