Oslo City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oslo City Centre
Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
This disused wharf has been transformed into a lively promenade filled with shops, restaurants and bars.
Oslo Opera House
Stunning architecture and superb performances make this cultural powerhouse an unmissable part of your Oslo adventure.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's fascinating museums 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.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Oslo City Hall
One of the most popular buildings in Oslo, this structure has great architectural style, historic importance and a beautiful art collection.
Activities
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Oslo City Walks - In the Heart of Oslo
Our pick of the best Oslo City Centre Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Gorgeous place. Spa is amazing and a nice big gym too! Near to the train station and shops
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Citybox Oslo
Room was extremely clean and the check in was very easy.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Nice casual hotel with great facilities and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Accommodating staff
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotell Bondeheimen
all good
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Room had everything we needed. There were some strange sounds coming from the air vents in the middle of the night that briefly kept us up. Otherwise a good stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Oslo City Centre
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.
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.
Central Oslo
Travellers love Central Oslo for its popular shops, and you can see more of Oslo by jumping on the metro at Nationaltheatret Tram Station or Tullinlokka Light Rail Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Theater and Chat Noir.
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.
Bjørvika
While you're in Bjørvika, take in top sights like Akerselva River and jump on the metro at Bjørvika Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gronland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Gronland. Make a stop by Akerselva River or Intercultural Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Gronland T-Bane to get around town.
