Akershus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View of Akershus Fortress in Oslo, Norway
View of Akershus Fortress in Oslo, Norway
The Little Red House on a small island.
Layover spot.
A small lake called Åmotdammen.

Popular cities in Akershus

Oslo Opera House showing modern architecture, a city and theatre scenes
Oslo
Known for Shopping, Business and Museums
It may not be the cheapest city in Europe, but this Scandinavian metropolis pulls its weight when it comes to culture, natural beauty and quality of life.

Reasons to visit

  • Oslo Opera House
  • Aker Brygge
  • Karl Johan Gate
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Asker
Known for Dining, Business and Walking
This ancient settlement in the woods along the Oslofjørd is now one of Oslo’s wealthiest suburbs. Swim in summer, ski in winter and shop year-round.

Reasons to visit

  • Filtvet Lighthouse
Norwegian lake at sunset with silhouette of pier, Jevnaker, Norway
Jevnaker
Known for Art and Museums
Escape to Jevnaker! Enjoy its art and museums.
Summer houses nearby Oslo
Nesodden
Head to sights like Oslofjord and Inner Oslofjord as you discover Nesodden.
Aurskog-Høland
Aurskog-Høland
Plan your trip to Aurskog-Høland and take advantage of the sights and activities in the area.
Enebakk
Enebakk
Check out Ski Ishall and Tusenfryd Amusement Park—just a couple of the sights around Enebakk.

The Annual Holiday Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.