Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour

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Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour
4.599379 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.599379 out of 5 stars
322 reviews

Discover the historic city of Oslo on a guided walking tour. Explore charming streets to find landmarks, museums, restaurants, and bars, before walking in the parks.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
German, English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Shannon – South Africa

Amelia answered all our questions and was lovely. Thank you

K
Kyla – United States

The 2-hour Best of Oslo tour was perfect for us. Our guide Judit was delightful, personable, and very well informed. She shared entertaining anecdotes about the history of Oslo and oriented us to its major sights, while also giving helpful tips about Norwegian culture, its system of government, and the local museums and restaurants. She tailored the information to our questions and interests, and we ended the tour feeling that we understood the city in a way we never would have on our own. It was a great first-day activity that helped us to plan where to spend more time. All this in an efficient 2 hours of pleasant strolling! I’m so glad we did this tour.

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Itinerary

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    2 starting location options:

    Nobel Peace Center, Universitetsplassen

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    Paleet

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Norwegian Parliament

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Grand Hotel Oslo

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Oslo Bazaars

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    GlasMagasinet Stortorvet

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Oslo Cathedral

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Oslo Opera House

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Kvadraturen, Oslo

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Christiania Torv

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    KOK Oslo Sauna, Langkaia

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Akershus Fortress

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Oslo City Hall

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Anatomigården

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Aker Brygge

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Karl Johan-monumentet

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Royal Palace, Oslo

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Norwegian National Theater

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

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    Tjuvholmen

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Pass by

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Nobel Peace Center, Universitetsplassen

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Admire the architectural highlights of Oslo on a guided walking tour
  • Learn the stories about the Nobel Peace Award, the only one outside of Sweden
  • Soak in the history of Christiania, the original city center of Oslo
  • Discover the best of Aker Brygge, Oslo’s alternative quarter
  • Get access to an app with audio-guided walking route to continue exploring

Full description

Discover the highlights of Norway’s capital city on a guided walking tour, and get an unparalleled insight into what makes this Scandinavian city stand out. Wander around Sentrum, Oslo’s diverse city center on the Skagerrak strait, to discover its best landmarks, museums, restaurants, and bars.


During the tour, see the Norwegian Parliament, the Grand Hotel, and the main street Karl Johan. Learn how Oslo earned its nickname as the "Tiger City" and stroll past the symbolic Norwegian Opera House that stands out like a pearl in the ocean.


Next, you will visit Christiania, the historical center of Oslo, and find out why the Norwegian capital has changed its name several times over the last 300 years.


After the tour, download the activity provider's app (included in your tour) to discover more of Oslo and its incredible history with curated audio-guided route through the main quarters.

Best of Oslo includes:
• Oslo City Hall
• National Theater
• University of Oslo
• Norwegian Parliament
• Stortorvet Gjestgiveri
• Glasmagazinet
• Kvadraturen
• Oslo Cathedral
• Karl Johan Street
• Fire Tower
• Tiger Sculpture
• Oslo Second City Hall
• Gamle rådhus
• Ceremony Pier

Self-guided route's main sights:
• Frogner Stadion
• Norwegian Parliament
• Trinity Church
• Karl Johan's monument
• Grensen
• Aamodt Bridge ... and many more

Includes

  • Guided walking tour
  • Live commentary in English or German (select at checkout)
  • Sightseeing mobile app
  • Public transportation tickets
  • Entry to attractions
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • The guided walking tour is approximately 2 hours long, and is offered in English or German. Select your language at checkout
  • For the English tour, meet your guide near the statue of P.A. Munch by the Faculty of Law building entrance, located at University Aula, Karl Johan Str.47
  • For the German tour, meet your guide at the Nobel Peace Center, located at Brynjulf Bulls plass 1
  • Please arrive 5 minutes early if possible, so you do not miss the tour departure
  • Scan the QR code on your voucher to the sightseeing app

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 322 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Shannon – South AfricaMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Amelia answered all our questions and was lovely. Thank you
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Kyla – United StatesApril 7, 2025 – Verified booking
The 2-hour Best of Oslo tour was perfect for us. Our guide Judit was delightful, personable, and very well informed. She shared entertaining anecdotes about the history of Oslo and oriented us to its major sights, while also giving helpful tips about Norwegian culture, its system of government, and the local museums and restaurants. She tailored the information to our questions and interests, and we ended the tour feeling that we understood the city in a way we never would have on our own. It was a great first-day activity that helped us to plan where to spend more time. All this in an efficient 2 hours of pleasant strolling! I’m so glad we did this tour.
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Jennifer – United KingdomMarch 31, 2025 – Verified booking
Olaf was full of stories including the history of Oslo, it's places of interest and recommendations of where to go. He had a great sense of humour. A great tour and highly recommended.

Product ID: 416636

Activity provider:Vox City Walks

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