Fornebu Travel Guide

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Fornebu
Whether you want to shop 'til you drop in the big shopping centre, relax on the beach or go to a concert at Telenor Arena, Fornebu is the perfect place for you.

There is so much to experience in one place when on holiday in Fornebu. Located just outside Oslo, here you'll find the city's finest beach, a large shopping centre with over 80 shops and restaurants, and also the Telenor Arena, which hosts major international concerts and artists.

Until 1998, Oslo's main airport was in Fornebu, but since the main airport moved to Gardermoen, there have been major changes in the area. Whilst it's a popular place for establishing the head offices of large companies, there are also many beautiful parks, like Nansenparken, and green belt areas frequented by both residents and tourists alike.

Go to Fornebu S if you're on a weekend shopping trip. This shopping centre boasts a wide range of shops to suit all tastes, so if you're looking for a new wardrobe, electronic gadgets, a fine dining experience in one of the many restaurants or eateries or even perhaps a new pair of trainers, Fornebu S is the place for you.

Summer in Fornebu means enjoying lazy days on one of Oslo’s finest beaches – Storøyodden badestrand. The beach has received blue flag certification from the EU, meaning the beach meets the highest water quality safety and environmental management standards. There are also several beach volleyball courts, table tennis tables, showers and kiosks on the beach. There are also beautiful nature trails to explore nearby.

End your trip to Fornebu by visiting Gamle Fornebu Kultursenter. This cultural centre, with its art gallery, museum and café is easy to find by taking the Telenor Fornebu bus as far as the old control tower.

Fornebu is perfect for those who want to be both near Oslo, and also be close to the beach. A quick and comfortable way to travel is the ferry, which travels between Fornebu and the boat harbour in Aker Brygge (Oslo). The beautiful parks and Fornebu's close proximity to the beach make it a wonderful place for your next holiday.


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Top hotels in Fornebu

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
3 out of 5
Møllergata 26, Oslo
The price is ₹5,900 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
₹5,900
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,451 reviews)
"I had a very lovely stay. The room was small, but cozy. There wasn't very much room to move around, but I was traveling solo. My one complaint is that there was no seating in the room, and there was not sufficient luggage storage (only 1 drawer under the bed, and a luggage bench with a drawer against ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo
Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo
4 out of 5
Fornebuveien 80, Lysaker, Bærum
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,340 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
₹7,340
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Bærum. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a nice place"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Clarion Hotel The Hub
4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
The price is ₹13,983 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹13,983
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,352 reviews)
"Lovely central hotel with lovely breakfast. It’s very large with 13 floors. Can be have some noise from streets below but sound proofing is good. Swimming pool very small but sufficient."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
3.5 out of 5
Tordenskioldsgate 6b, Oslo
The price is ₹31,668 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹31,668
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,310 reviews)
A reasonable stay but lacking some amenities
"Hotel is in a good location but lots of nightstops in the neighbourhood meant it wasn’t as quiet as I would have liked. Higher floors may prove better. Room lacked a safe which usually comes in handy and although not essential a mini fridge would be nice. When leaving your room, you have to use your ..."

Reviewed on 11 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
The price is ₹17,489 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹17,489
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,368 reviews)
"90 seconds from the station, nicely refreshed, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 25 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 ₹8,076 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
₹8,076
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,313 reviews)
Pretty good option overall near the Oslo S
"The room with a balcony was good, but could be cleener (while the floor was clean, here and there it was possible to notice some dust, and we had an empty bottle from previous guests in our trash). The bedding is decent. In summer during the sunny day the room might become warm during the day. If ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Fornebu

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Lysaker

While Lysaker may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telenor Arena and CC Vest Shopping Centre.

Lysaker
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Ullern

The restaurants and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Ullern. Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park and Frogner Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Abbediengen Light Rail Station or Ullern Light Rail Station to get around the larger area.

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Skøyen

3/5(1 area review)

Check out the museums while you're in Skøyen. Hop on the metro at Skoyen Light Rail Station and Thune Light Rail Station to see top sights like Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park and Frogner Park.

Skøyen
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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.

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Majorstuen

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Majorstuen. Top attractions like Oslo City Museum and Frogner Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vigelandsparken Station or Frogner Stadion Station to see more of the city.

Majorstuen
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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

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