Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
Head to this vibrant entertainment district on the banks of the Oslofjord, situated in a former shipyard.
Oslo Opera House
Explore Oslo’s premier performance venue, famed both for its striking architecture and world-class performances.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Oslo Winter Park
Carve tracks on perfectly groomed runs and watch daredevils on Norway’s Olympic superpipe at this stunning resort area a short distance from central Oslo.
Royal Palace
You can find out about the history of Oslo with a trip to Royal Palace. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
National Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your stay in Oslo. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Activities
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Our pick of the best HovedOya Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Great hotel, High standard of decor and excellent staff. Bars and restaurant top quality, food excellent. Also hotel is central. Opposite the main railway station and Central Bus and tram stops. Shops and restaurants close by and about 10 mins walk to the harbour and opera house.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Citybox Oslo
Location is great! Nice and close to the station to get in and out of the city. Plenty of buses around too, however it’s also within walking distance to landmarks like the opera house and royal palace. Staff were super friendly, however you can go your entire stay without interacting with staff as ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Smarthotel Oslo
Rooms small. Tv not working throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Nice casual hotel with great facilities and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Karl Johan Hotel
Excellent, great location to explore Oslo
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Complimentary upgrade upon arrival, good spa and pool facilities, good location
Reviewed on 3 Jan 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 Chat Noir, 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 Chat Noir.
HovedOya Travel Guide
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- Sentrum Hotels
- Central Oslo Hotels
- Gaustad Hotels
- Hotels near Oslo Winter Park
- Hotels near Holmenkollen Ski Jump
- Hotels near Brynseng T-Bane
- Holmenkollen Hotels
- Bjørvika Hotels
- Skøyen Hotels
- Oslo City Centre Hotels
- Hotels near BI Norwegian Business School
- Hotels near Color Line Ferry Terminal
- Grünerløkka Hotels
- Lindoya Hotels
- Hotels near Oslo Opera House
- Gronland Hotels
- Helsfyr Hotels
- Hotels near Oslo Spektrum
- Alna Hotels
- Hotels near Natural History Museum
- Hotels near Welhavens Gate Light Rail Station
- Hotels near Jernbanetorget
- Ullern Hotels
- Gamle Oslo Hotels
- Apartments in Ryen T-Bane
- Holiday Parks in Oraker Light Rail Station
- Apartments in Ammerud T-Bane
- Hotels with Parking in Alna
- Cheap Hotels in Central Oslo
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- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Oslo City Centre
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- Beach Hotels in Oslo City Centre
- Luxury Hotels in Oslo City Centre
- Hotels with Pool in Vika
- Cheap Hotels in Gronland
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Gamle Oslo
- Golf Hotels in Holmenkollen
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Holmenkollen
- Ski Hotels in Nordstrand
- Thon Hotels in Gronland
- Thon Hotels in Frogner
- Mathallen Oslo
- Rockefeller Music Hall
- Oslo Reptile Park
- Rignes Brewery
- Viking Ship Museum
- Bi Norwegian Business School
- Peer Gynt Sculpture Park
- Central Oslo Holidays
- Ullevaal Stadium
- Jernbanetorget
- Pipervika
- Karl Johan Gate
- Natural History Museum
- Kon Tiki Museum
- Chat Noir
- Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology
- Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
- Color Line Ferry Terminal
- Boler Church
- Gaustad Holidays
- Oslo City Hall
- Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art
- Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park
- Fram Museum
- Aker Brygge
- Holmenkollen Ski Jump
- Harald Huysman Karting
- Storo Storsenter
- Visit Nordstrand
- Visit Majorstuen
- Visit Skillebekk
- Visit Økern
- Visit Skøyen
- Visit LindOya
- Visit Grünerløkka
- Visit Ullern
- Visit Oslo City Centre
- Visit Sentrum
- Visit Alna
- Visit Toyen
- Visit Tjuvholmen
- Visit Sinsen
