HovedOya Travel Guide
Oslo
Popular places to visit
Oslo Opera House
The home of the Norwegian National Ballet and Opera is a large marble and glass edifice that resembles a glacier rising out of the water.
Aker Brygge
This former shipyard is now a popular entertainment, shopping and restaurant district on the shores of the Oslo Fjord.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.
Tusenfryd Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tusenfryd Amusement Park as part of your trip to Ås. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Viking Ship Museum
This large hall is the permanent dock of three great Viking ships that may have once brought terror to northern Europe.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Top hotels in HovedOya
Clarion Hotel The Hub
The breakfast was fantastic. The evening dinner was a bit expensive.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Citybox Oslo
Great location, close to everything and walkable to all major attractions. Room is on the spacious side compared to the other hotels on my trip. Super useful to have a kitchen with microwave as food in oslo can be expensive. The only downside is that the shower and sink drain super slow. You can't ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Very conveniently located with walking access to the central rail station and opera house. Very cordial and professional staff. Valet parking is a plus. They charge same price as self park.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Very close to train station but just far away enough to have peace and quiet. Easy self checkin while hotel staff is at hand to help, super friendly and informative
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Smarthotel Oslo
Clean room. Near city center
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Staff was friendly and location was good
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Stortorvet and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
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 National Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.
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.
Bjørvika
While you're in Bjørvika, take in top sights like Akerselva River and jump on the metro at Bjørvika Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Central Oslo
Travellers 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 National Gallery.
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- Aker Brygge
- Akershus Fortress
- Visit Bygdøy
- Dyna Lighthouse
- Fram Museum
- Karl Johan Gate
- Munch Museum
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- National Museum - Museum of Decorative Arts and Design
- Nobel Peace Center
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- Visit Alna
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- Oslo Opera House
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- Visit Skøyen
- Visit Slemdal
- Visit St. Hanshaugen
- Visit Tjuvholmen
- Visit Toyen
- Visit Ullern
- Visit Ulvoya
- Visit Vika
- Palace Park
- Rockefeller Music Hall
- Royal Palace
- Viking Ship Museum
