Central Oslo Travel Guide

Oslo

Palace Park showing a pond
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour
Akershus Fortress featuring a bay or harbour, general coastal views and sailing
Palace Park
Akershus Fortress showing a square or plaza and a marina

If you are attracted to sports, beautiful scenery and indoor and outdoor cultural experiences, Oslo will be the perfect destination for you!

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a metropolis in close proximity to nature. Here you will be able to enjoy an active holiday while also having a chance to recharge your batteries. Head to Oslomarka with its 618 square miles of delightful nature, or the green areas through the largest park in the city, Frognerparken, where you can take in some cultural history en route.

If you opt for the green alternative when travelling to Oslo, you can start off at Oslo Central Station and walk up along the main street, Karl Johan. There are excellent shopping opportunities and pubs along the way. On the way to The Royal Palace you will pass the Parliament building which dates from 1866, and a quick detour will also take you to the baroque Oslo Cathedral which is used for royal weddings and ceremonies.

If you visit the palace during the summer, you may be able to go on a tour before carrying on to Vigelandsparken. Here you will find beautiful fountains and Gustav Vigeland's unique sculptures of human bodies. A trip up to Holmenkollen should be part of any visit to Oslo. The popular landmark has a ski museum where you can delight in 4000 years of history, outstanding views and a ski simulator!

Hotels and other accommodation options are easy to find when you are in the centre of Oslo and the transport options will be excellent, whether you choose to fly to Oslo airport or take the train or bus. The tram, underground and bus make it easy to experience the capital.

There are plenty of restaurants and other eateries in Oslo – head to Aker Brygge when on a holiday in Oslo. Here you can enjoy a lovely atmosphere and stunning views across Oslofjorden.

Oslo has plenty of experiences to offer. Whether you want to enjoy the parks in the summer sun or the shimmering snow at Holmenkollen during winter, Oslo is a city worth visiting all year round.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Central Oslo

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
The price is £145 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£145
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,708 reviews)
"Central location, great place to stay for business"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26, Oslo
The price is £63 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£63
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,165 reviews)
"if you have a car, it’s going to cost you over US$55 approximately, it was a little bit hard to figure out because you have to open up a garage door to find the parking which is almost across the street from the hotel, which is nice, but download the easy park app it will help youi OK. but for the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11, Oslo
The price is £69 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£69
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,135 reviews)
Good stay
"Good basic hotel that fits your basic needs. No iron in the room( Provided on the 7th floor) or any kettle (hot water and tea/coffee available at reception.) For 2 nights we were completely fine as the proximity to the train station was of most importance."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
The price is £110 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£110
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,532 reviews)
"Nice hotel, though getting here directly by foot from the train station requires going up some stairs. Gym and pool are nice touches, as is the bar on the top floor."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Hotel Verdandi Oslo

Hotel Verdandi Oslo

3.5 out of 5
Tordenskioldsgate 6b, Oslo
Fully refundable
The price is £63 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£63
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6, Oslo
The price is £74 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£74
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Citybox 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.

Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo

Oslo showing interior views

Sentrum

While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or Chat Noir, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.

Sentrum
Aker Brygge featuring modern architecture and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Vika

Theatres and restaurants are highlights of Vika. Make a stop by The National Museum or Oslo Konserthus while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vikatorvet Tram Station to get around town.

Vika
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(394 area reviews)

Travellers choose Oslo City Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station and check out top sights like Norwegian Parliament.

Oslo City Centre
Default Image

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 of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

Kvadraturen
Default Image

St. Hanshaugen

4.5/5(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
Oslo featuring outdoor art

Frogner

5/5(20 area reviews)

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Frogner. Make a stop by Color Line Ferry Terminal or Oslo City Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lille Frogner alle Light Rail Station or Elisinburg Tram Station to get around town.

Frogner


Central Oslo Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: