Øya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Monk's Island
Uncover layers of history at this former monastery and fort located on a tiny island in Trondheimsfjord, now featuring a swimming beach and a restaurant.
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.
Activities
Trondheim's Inner Circle: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Øya Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Royal Garden Hotel
Scandic Nidelven
Unfortunately there were a lot of conferences going on in the hotel. We had a room on the far side of the hotel where we had to navigate stairs and a long walk past the many meeting rooms and people at the meetings, also on the Saturday night there was a night conference/party with food and champagne ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Clarion Hotel Trondheim
Nice staff, pleasant room & fabulous breakfast. Plus, a very nice rooftop bar
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Scandic Bakklandet
24 hours service and amazing breakfast but it was lots of dust in my room
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Trondheim
Rooms were not cleaned well and it is extremely basic. It is also quite noisy with the main road or if people are outside talking there is not much sound proofing. Good breakfast and handy location.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Hotel Bakeriet
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 Olavshallen Concert Hall or Pirbadet.
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.
