Central Oslo Travel Guide

Oslo

Palace Park showing a pond
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour
Akershus Fortress featuring a bay or harbour, general coastal views and sailing
Palace Park
Akershus Fortress showing a square or plaza and a marina

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.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Central Oslo

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
The price is ₹16,255 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹16,255
₹18,245 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,513 reviews)
"Great location! Amazing breakfast buffet 👌"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
The price is ₹13,205 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹13,205
₹14,789 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,435 reviews)
"The staff was so friendly! And the location was great- easy to walk to all the great spots."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6, Oslo
The price is ₹9,184 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹9,184
₹10,286 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,910 reviews)
"It was easy to check-in and checkout via kiosk and is well equipped self-serviced hotel. The hotel located at the city center and so convenient to go everywhere."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Citybox Oslo
Anker Hotel

Anker Hotel

3 out of 5
Storgata 55, Oslo
The price is ₹8,712 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹8,712
₹9,870 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and 6 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,817 reviews)
"Qe liked the hotel"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Anker Hotel
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26, Oslo
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,339 reviews)
"Room is spacious and breakfast is excellent"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Smarthotel Oslo
Hotel Verdandi Oslo

Hotel Verdandi Oslo

3.5 out of 5
Tordenskioldsgate 6b, Oslo
The price is ₹7,916 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,916
₹8,866 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,487 reviews)
"Great location but rooms were very small and window looked straight into another room."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Hotel Verdandi Oslo
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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 The National Museum or Oslo Konserthus 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 Norwegian Parliament.

Oslo City Centre
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Kvadraturen

If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Oslo Cathedral or Karl Johan Gate and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

Kvadraturen
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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

Central Oslo Travel Guide