Drammen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Drammen
Drammen
Photo by Christian Kozma Holm
Photo by Christian Kozma Holm
Photo by Christian Kozma Holm

This laidback riverside city in southern Norway offers art, architecture and beer as well as outdoor year-round adventures.

Relaxed riverside walks, outdoor adventures, art and a historic brewery make Drammen an interesting stop on holidays in Norway. Traditionally an industrial centre, today Drammen is an attractive city that straddles the gently-flowing river, Drammenselva. It’s the capital of Buskerud County, located in southeastern Norway.

Drammen’s flat streets and compact city centre make it a good destination to explore on foot. Start your visit at Bragernes Torg, the city’s central square on the north side of the river. Watch city life unfold from a café terrace or enjoy open-air concerts during summer festivals such as Drammen Elvefestival. Check out the castle-like architecture of the town hall and admire the 19th-century neo-Gothic architecture of Bragernes Church.

Stroll along the riverfront, where locals sunbathe on grassy banks and cool off in the water during warm summers. Enjoy the views from a waterfront café or sample the beers at Aass Brewery, Norway’s oldest surviving brewery. Relax in the manicured gardens of Gamle Kirkeplass surrounded by colourful townhouses and the Drammen Theatre. Visit the theatre to watch orchestral concerts, ballets and musicals.

Cross the river via the Y-shaped Ypsilon Bridge to Union Brygge, a cultural area with concert hall, restaurants and boutique shops. Visit the wooden Stromsgodset Church, built in 1843, to  see interesting architecture. Spot displays of ceramics, textiles, glasswork and folk art from the Buskerud region at the Drammen Museum.

Enjoy panoramic views over the city from Sprialtoppen, a lookout reachable by pathways leading through the city’s surrounding hills. Alternatively, drive to the lookout via the zigzagging tunnel that cuts through the hillside. Go to the 10,000-year-old Kjosterudjuvet canyon for more outdoor activities. Hike along a wilderness trail to lakes and waterfalls, try gorge-jumping or abseil down the canyon’s vertical walls. When the snow falls, ski and snowboard at Drammen Skisenter.

Drammen’s varied attractions make it a popular side trip from Oslo. The city is also on the route of the train journey between Bergen and Oslo, which passes through Norway’s breathtaking scenery.

Where to stay in Drammen

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Krokstadelva

If you're spending some time in Krokstadelva, Nedre Eiker Church and Eknes Svommehall are top sights worth seeing.

Krokstadelva
Scandic Ambassadeur Drammen

Scandic Ambassadeur Drammen

4 out of 5
Stromso Torg 7, Drammen
The price is ₹7,707 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
₹7,707
₹8,642 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Drammen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Drammens Museum and Drammen ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Perfect hotel in a perfect location
"The Hotel exceeded our expectations and was perfect for our stay. The staff were friendly and very helpful, the breakfast was fantastic, with something for everyone, and the room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Could not fault any aspect of our stay."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Scandic Ambassadeur Drammen
Comfort Hotel Union Brygge - Drammen

Comfort Hotel Union Brygge - Drammen

4 out of 5
Grønland 64, Drammen
The price is ₹9,527 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹9,527
₹10,671 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Drammen. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Union Scene and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"A very friendly staff and pleasant experience!"

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2025

Comfort Hotel Union Brygge - Drammen
Quality Hotel River Station

Quality Hotel River Station

3 out of 5
Dr. Hansteins 7, Drammen
The price is ₹9,592 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹9,592
₹10,743 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Drammen. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"super convenient and comfortable bedding and room! excellent breakfast and staff was helpful as well!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Quality Hotel River Station
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Forenom Serviced Apartments Drammen

Forenom Serviced Apartments Drammen

2 out of 5
12 Tollbugata, Drammen, Viken
Stay at this apartment in Drammen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Stromso Church and Drammen Water Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"Enkel,rent og sentralt. Bra pris"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Forenom Serviced Apartments Drammen
Wilhelmsen house Apartments

Wilhelmsen house Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Halfdan Wilhelmsens Allé 22, Tønsberg
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tonsberg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a health club. Popular attractions Roald Amundsen Sculpture and Slottsfjellsmuseet ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (649 reviews)
"Awesome stay"

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025

Wilhelmsen house Apartments
Horten Apartment

Horten Apartment

3 out of 5
Bromsveien 3, Horten
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Horten. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Local Historical Centre and A Doll's House ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (82 reviews)
"The rooms feel brand new and the bed and linens were comfortable. Seems to be a workers hotel where longer stays are the norm, but it worked out well for us. The only complaint we had was with the unified shower/toilet/sink units. They worked, but were not a great design and they seemed to be quite ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Horten Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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