Central Oslo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Oslo
Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
This disused wharf has been transformed into a lively promenade filled with shops, restaurants and bars.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.
Royal Palace
You can find out about the history of Oslo with a trip to Royal Palace. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Oslo City Hall
One of the most popular buildings in Oslo, this structure has great architectural style, historic importance and a beautiful art collection.
Akershus Fortress
See one of the finest and most beautiful cultural spots in Norway, with a fortress, museums and other buildings where many important historical events took place.
Oslo Cathedral
Noted for its beauty inside and out, this 17th-century masterpiece is one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks.
Activities
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Our pick of the best Central Oslo Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Reception area is very nice and beautiful, staff were very nice and welcoming. The location is excellent, right next to the train stayion. The breakfast is the best thing as it was AMAZING. Room was very nice ans elegent however a bit small and not much storage space.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Citybox Oslo
Good location and facilities are fully prepared
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Great room size Breakfast selection good Sauna and gym (best hotel gym I’ve seen) Location ideal for work and exploring
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotell Bondeheimen
all good
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Comfort Hotel Børsparken
Room clean and freshly aired on arrival, bins and towels changed on 4th day. Staff were very friendly and courteous, my only niggle would be the bed was incredibly soft and at the present time there’s only 1 lift working so the queue for the lift at peak periods was a bit of a wait, however fantastic ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Fantastic stay, can’t complain
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo
Sentrum
While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or Fridtjof Nansen Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.
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.
Oslo City Centre
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.
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Cinemateket and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
St. Hanshaugen
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.
Frogner
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.
