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Discover Oslo: Self Guided Audio Tour

3.4 (5 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

An immersive historical story of Oslo, this audio tour will take you on a fantastic journey where you will see such sights as the fascinating Viking Ship Museum and the mighty Akershus Fortress.

Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city.

On this tour you will learn about the important role the sea has played in the development of the city over the past 800 years and how it has shaped the lives of the people who live here.

To discover this wonderful city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking.

The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way.

Please note that this tour is only available in English.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–30
Audio guide: English
Operated by: Citywalksz Ltd

Ages: Adults (8–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Self-paced
Included: Audio files and GPS map

Not included

Not included: Admission Fees
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food/Drinks
Not included: Audio Device

Itinerary

Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning)

15 min Admission not included

The Akershus Fortress and Castle is one of the most spectacular sights in Scandinavia. It was built originally to protect the capital city of the country and was strategically constructed on the shoreline to enable enemy ships to be sighted long before they reached the shore.
The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet

15 min Admission not included

The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet is the largest performing arts institution in Norway employing over 600 people. The opera building is unusual in that it allows and encourages visitors to walk up onto the roof making it an interactive and modern building.
Oslo Cathedral

15 min

The peaceful and amazing building of the Oslo Cathedral is a pleasant and relaxing stop. Consecrated on the 7th of November 1697, it is the official church of Norway and many national, parliamentary and royal events are held and celebrated here.
Oslo City Hall

15 min

The main feature of Oslo City Hall is its a vast array of art which attracts more than 300,000 visitors each year. The collection includes a room dedicated to the famous artist Edvard Munch.
Nobel Peace Center

15 min Admission not included

Be in awe of some of the world's most influential people at the Nobel Peace Center. It acts as a central place in which exhibits, discussions and reflections about both war and peace can be held.
Fram Museum

15 min Admission not included

The Fram Museum is tells the history of the polar expeditions which the country has participated in. The centrepiece of this museum is the wooden polar explorer ship, the Fram.
The Kon-Tiki Museum

15 min Admission not included

The Kon-Tiki Museum houses vessels and maps from Thor Heyerdahl's 1947 Kon-Tiki expedition, including the raft used for the voyage. Heyerdahl's voyages are important because they help show that man had mastered sailing long before the saddle and the wheel were invented.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.

End point

Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.

Using your ticket

This is a self-guided audio tour.

There is no meeting point and no physical guide.

Start anytime and explore at your own pace. Please stay aware of your surroundings at all times.

START YOUR TOUR

You will receive an email from Viator with a link to open your tour in the CitywalksWorld app.

Click the link in the email and the app will open with your tour ready to start.

Download the tour for the best offline experience.

DIDN’T RECEIVE THE EMAIL?

Open the app directly at:

https://citywalksworld.app

Go to My Tours.

Select Redeem a Code.

Enter the Tour Operator Confirmation No.

(This is on your Viator ticket and starts with VIA-.)

Your tour will unlock instantly.

IMPORTANT – BEST EXPERIENCE

Use headphones for clearer audio.
Go to the Profile tab to adjust your default settings.
Calibrate your compass in the app to make navigation easier.

We hope you enjoy your walk. If you have a great experience, we would truly appreciate a review.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
No admission fees or physical guide included.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
Available only in English.