Oslo Essential Highlights Tour

2 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Discover Oslo in 2 hours, from its modern waterfront to its historic landmarks. Led by passionate local guides, the tour visits Deichman Bjørvika, the iconic Oslo Opera House, and the historic Akershus Fortress, before continuing to Oslo City Hall, the National Museum, and the Royal Palace. Along the way, discover Oslo’s architecture, culture, royal history, and transformation from industrial harbour to modern Scandinavian capital, bringing together the city’s past, present, and future in one engaging walk.

Please meet your guide at Christian Frederiks plass, outside Oslo Central Station. Look for the two bronze figures above the fountain sculpture.

Please arrive on time. Tours start promptly and we cannot wait for latecomers.

The tour ends at the Royal Palace (Det Kongelige Slott) in central Oslo.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Scandic Tours

Ages: Children (0–6 years) · Youth (7–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Walking Tour
Included: Live Tour Guide

Itinerary

Deichman Bjorvika

10 min

Admire the striking architecture of Oslo’s main public library and learn how the Bjørvika district has transformed into one of the city’s most modern cultural areas.
Oslo Opera House

15 min

View the iconic Oslo Opera House from across the water and discover its distinctive architecture, connection to the Oslo Fjord, and role in the city’s modern identity.
Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning)

30 min

Step into Oslo’s medieval past at Akershus Fortress, exploring its historic grounds while learning about its role in Norway’s military and royal history.
Oslo City Hall

30 min

See the impressive exterior of Oslo City Hall and learn about its importance to Norwegian civic life, including its connection to the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony.
The National Museum

15 min

Admire the National Museum’s bold modern architecture and discover its place within Oslo’s growing art, design, and cultural scene.
The Royal Palace

20 min

Walk through the grounds of the Royal Palace and learn about Norway’s monarchy, the history of the palace, and its role in modern Norwegian life.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at Christian Frederiks plass, outside Oslo Central Station. Look for the two bronze figures above the fountain sculpture.

Your Guide will have a red sign saying the business

Please arrive on time as the Tours start promptly

End point

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.