Øya Travel Guide
Trondheim
Popular places to visit
Nidaros Cathedral
The northernmost medieval cathedral in the world and crypt of Norway’s patron saint has a monumental Gothic stone façade and lace-like carved niches.
Old Town Bridge
The carved gates of this historic bridge connect the city center to Bakklandet, arcing over the river Nidelven and providing stunning city views.
Archbishop's Palace
Norway’s oldest secular building is a magnificent medieval palace that now contains a fascinating museum and Norway’s crown jewels.
Trondheim Spektrum
Trondheim Spektrum is just one of the places to see in Trondheim, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its cathedral.
St. Olav's University Hospital
If St. Olav's University Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Trondheim.
Pirbadet
Bring your family to Pirbadet and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Trondheim. Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its cathedral.
Top hotels in Øya
Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
Clarion Hotel Trondheim
Nice staff, pleasant room & fabulous breakfast. Plus, a very nice rooftop bar
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Comfort Hotel Trondheim
Nice rooms, clean and very nice staff!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
P-Hotels Brattøra
Very close to the train. S
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Quality Hotel Prinsen
Best Western Plus Hotel Bakeriet
Great breakfast, friendly staff, interesting history of the building
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Øya
Trondheim City Centre
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Trondheim City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Nordre Gate Shopping Street or Olavshallen Concert Hall.
Bakklandet
Bakklandet might not have many top sights, but Kristiansten Fortress and Old Town Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Brattøra
While visiting Brattøra, you might make a stop by sights like Pirbadet and Rockheim.
Nedre Elvehavn
Though Nedre Elvehavn may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olavshallen Concert Hall and Pirbadet.
Møllenberg
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Møllenberg and surrounding area, you can visit Olavshallen Concert Hall and Kristiansten Fortress.
Lerkendal
While Lerkendal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lerkendal Stadium and Archbishop's Palace.
