Gamle Oslo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gamle Oslo
Popular places to visit
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.
Ekebergparken Sculpture Park
Ekebergparken Sculpture Park is just one of the places to see in Oslo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Valerenga Church
After visiting Valerenga Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oslo. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Gamlebyen Church
After visiting Gamlebyen Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oslo. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Intility Arena
Catch an event at Intility Arena during your trip to Oslo. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Gressholmen Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gressholmen Island during your travels in Oslo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Activities
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Our pick of the best Gamle Oslo Hotel Deals
Scandic Helsfyr
Very nice rooms, and the breakfast was exellent.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Oslo
Fabulous stay, incredible breakfast!!! Best I’ve ever had at any hotel!!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Super Stay Hotel Oslo
More like a hostel than a hotel. It was new and clean but big issue was security. Teen guys hanging about in lobby, 24/7 cafe no longer in operation so no security. I had young guy so drugged up he could hardly stand push his way into lift which was quite scary. Fortunately manager was with me and ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Central City Apartments
Forenom Aparthotel Oslo
Amazing value for the money. Comfortable cozy and balcony view.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
BJØRVIKA APARTMENTS, Teaterplassen, Oslo city center
Everything about these apartments was great, from smooth and professional check-in, to luggage storage, to cleanliness and value for money. Would definitely stay again. Given the full kitchen amenities, it would have been nice to have some basic kitchen supplies (e.g. oil, salt) but apart from that, ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gamle Oslo
Toyen
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Toyen. Top attractions like Natural History Museum and Jordal Amfi are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toyen Station or Toyen T-Bane to see more of the city.
Gronland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Gronland. Make a stop by Akerselva River or Intercultural Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Gronland T-Bane 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.
Helsfyr
Though Helsfyr may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Intility Arena and Jordal Amfi.
Ekeberg
When in Ekeberg and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Vantage Point Ekeberg or MUNCH Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Brattlikollen T-Bane or Brattlikollen Station.
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Cinemateket and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
