Central Oslo Travel Guide

Oslo

A pond surrounded by lush greenery and buildings.
A waterfront with a large brick building featuring a clock tower, several boats docked, and a forested hill in the background.
A harbor with multiple sailboats docked, a lighthouse in the background, and a calm sea.
A park with a paved path, green grass, and trees.
A harbor with boats, a building labeled 'Oslo Sightseeing Fjord Cruise', and a paved area with people walking.

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.


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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 £140 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£140
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Sonja Henies Plass 3 Postboks 9206 Oslo
The price is £115 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£115
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26 Oslo
The price is £60 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£60
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,064 reviews)
"Tiny unlivable rooms."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Smarthotel Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6 Oslo
Fully refundable
The price is £74 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£74
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,631 reviews)
"The location is excellent. The hotel is quirky. Best part is the laundry room which we really needed at that point in the journey. But everything is paid digitally and the staff had to do something on the computer in the office to make the machines work. Very minimalist room."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Citybox Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11 Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £81 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£81
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a snack bar/deli and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,754 reviews)
"Lovely clean room when I arrived. The shared areas were always clean. Really good location and the staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here again next time I’m in Oslo"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Hotel Verdandi Oslo

Hotel Verdandi Oslo

3.5 out of 5
Tordenskioldsgate 6b Oslo
The price is £73 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£73
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (3,497 reviews)
"Great location. Breakfast was ample, but lukewarm. Room was very small. Not likely to spends time in the room."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hotel Verdandi Oslo
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Where to stay in Central Oslo

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Oslo City Centre

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.

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.

Fornebu

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

Kvadraturen

If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Norwegian Cancer Society's Science Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

St. Hanshaugen

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.



Central Oslo Travel Guide

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