Oslo

Travel Guide

Oslo Opera House showing modern architecture, a city and theater scenes
Oslo Opera House showing theater scenes, modern architecture and night scenes
Oslo City Hall which includes interior views, an administrative buidling and a square or plaza
Oslo featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and boating
Palace Park showing a park

Oslo Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Oslo

Oslo City Hall featuring a city, a bay or harbor and an administrative buidling

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(882 area reviews)

Consider exploring the interesting museums in Oslo City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Norwegian Parliament is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station to see more of the area.

Oslo City Centre
Palace Park featuring a pond

Central Oslo

Travelers 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.

Central Oslo
Oslo which includes interior views

Sentrum

Southeast of Oslo, Sentrum boasts modern high-rises, the waterfront cultural center with the Oslo Opera House, and the Munch Museum. Enjoy shopping at Oslo City mall, and access Oslo Central Station and Bus Terminal for easy transport.

Sentrum
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Fornebu

Unique features of Fornebu include the live music and beaches. Make a stop by Telenor Arena or Oslofjord while you're exploring the area.

Fornebu
Oslo City Centre which includes a church or cathedral

Kvadraturen

If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Oslo Cathedral or Karl Johan Gate and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

Kvadraturen
One of the prettiest parts of Oslo, Telthusbakken and nearby Damstredet are lined with colourful wooden houses dating from the 1700s and 1800s - all of which are inhabited 😊

St. Hanshaugen

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

St. Hanshaugen
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Clarion Hotel The Hub
4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 580 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
AED 580
AED 652 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,238 reviews)
Great experience every time
"This is one of my go-to hotels for business in Oslo as it is super close to the central station but still offers a very comfortable and luxurious experience. Staff is always helpful and friendly and the rooms are great. Very comfortable beds. The gym is in two rooms and is well-equipped. The spa ..."

Reviewed on 8 April 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
The price is AED 446 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
AED 446
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,232 reviews)
"This was a really nice hotel situated not far from one of the main train stations so easy access to from the airport and the centre of town was walking distance. The staff will really helpful room was quality and the breakfast was awesome."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Karl Johan Hotel
Karl Johan Hotel
4 out of 5
Karl Johans gate 33, Oslo
The price is AED 533 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
AED 533
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,957 reviews)
"Fabulous breakfast! Friendly staff and lovely room. Great location ! The only issue was loud music from outside of hotel. We had a room on the street. Perhaps it would have been quieter away from the front."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Karl Johan Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Central City Apartments
Central City Apartments
2 out of 5
Brinken 52, Gamle Oslo, Oslo
Stay at this aparthotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (1,357 reviews)
"The only complaint I have is that because these are unmanaged or at least I never met or saw an employee - there was no one to deal with the folks who decided to stay up yelling and screaming all night. The next night too someone came onto a shared balcony and tried to look into my window. Just there ..."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Central City Apartments
Frogner House - Nationaltheatret
Frogner House - Nationaltheatret
3 out of 5
Arbinsgate 3, Oslo
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Aker Brygge and Karl Johan Gate are ...
8/10 Very Good! (725 reviews)
"The lift was broken, we have to carry the luggage through the stairs."

Reviewed on 25 December 2024

Frogner House - Nationaltheatret
Forenom Aparthotel Oslo
Forenom Aparthotel Oslo
3.5 out of 5
Lakkegata 3, Oslo
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Oslo Spektrum and Oslo Opera House are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (965 reviews)
"Great functional interior design. Area not the greatest but steps away from train station."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Forenom Aparthotel Oslo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Oslo

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4/5 - Good

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Oslo is great, love the city ! People are great!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A beautiful, friendly city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

My favorite Scandinavian country.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Super architecture, good museums and convenient transportation. Friendly helpful locals.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

very expensive city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Such a cool and very polite city. Lots of history. Very easy to navigate.