Akershus Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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An aerial view of a large lake with several islands, one featuring a circular fortress-like structure surrounded by greenery.
A red house on a small island in a calm body of water, surrounded by rocky shores and a hillside with houses.
A spacious indoor shopping area with a modern architectural design, featuring a glass ceiling and a central escalator.
A serene winter landscape with a calm lake surrounded by snow-covered trees and rocks.

Popular cities in Akershus

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Oslo
Known for Shopping, Business and Museums
With its fascinating history and rich cultural scene, all surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, Norway’s capital city has something to suit every taste.

Reasons to visit

  • Oslo Opera House
  • Karl Johan Gate
  • Aker Brygge
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Asker
Known for Dining, Business and Walking
This ancient settlement in the woods along the Oslofjørd is now one of Oslo’s wealthiest suburbs. Swim in summer, ski in winter and shop year-round.

Reasons to visit

  • Filtvet Lighthouse
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Jevnaker
Known for Art and Museums
Escape to Jevnaker! Enjoy its art and museums.
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A waterfront with several small houses on stilts, a larger house on a hill, and a clear blue sky.
Nesodden
Head to sights like Oslofjord and Inner Oslofjord as you discover Nesodden.
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Aurskog-Høland
Aurskog-Høland
Plan your trip to Aurskog-Høland and take advantage of the sights and activities in the area.
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Enebakk
Enebakk
Check out Losby Golf Club and Fetsund Lenser—just a couple of the sights around Enebakk.
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Stay near popular Akershus attractions

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Oslo Opera House

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Explore Oslo’s premier performance venue, famed both for its striking architecture and world-class performances.
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