Oslo City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront with a large brick building featuring a clock tower, several boats docked, and a forested hill in the background.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sloped roof.
A statue of a seated figure with a fountain in front.
A modern architectural building with a glass facade and a sloped roof, situated near a waterfront with people sitting and walking around.
Two people sitting on a grassy hill under a canopy of green trees.

Stay near popular Oslo City Centre attractions

A modern architectural structure with a glass facade, a large open plaza, and a construction crane in the background.

Oslo Opera House

9.2/10 (2,428 reviews)
Explore Oslo’s premier performance venue, famed both for its striking architecture and world-class performances.
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Activities

Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line

Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line

NZ$88
per adult
Oslo: 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket

The Fram Museum Admission Ticket

NZ$32
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket

Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket

NZ$85
per adult
Oslo Munch Museum Admission Ticket
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Freinds enjoying the view

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

NZ$115
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
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Our pick of the best Oslo City Centre Hotel Deals

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3 Oslo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$389 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$389
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,870 reviews)
"The hotel is just near the train station and within walking distance of the harbour and lots of sights. The hotel lobby was really nicely designed and had a really lively feel about it on entering, music playing etc, and the room was lovely, spacious and comfortable and really quiet. Breakfast was ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26 Oslo
The price is NZ$177 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$177
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
Smarthotel Oslo
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Sonja Henies Plass 3 Postboks 9206 Oslo
The price is NZ$295 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$295
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,688 reviews)
"The room was a good size for 3 people. Bathroom in this size room also good size. The lobby of the hotel did not have restrooms and had to go up to restaurant in the 40th floor to use it. They would not allow check in before 3 pm, but thankfully we could leave our luggage."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6 Oslo
The price is NZ$232 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$232
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
Citybox Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26 Oslo
The price is NZ$185 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$185
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Hobo Oslo

Hobo Oslo

3 out of 5
Dronningens gate 23-25 Oslo
The price is NZ$284 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$284
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Oslo Opera House and Aker Brygge are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
"I enjoyed the hotel stay. Uncontrollable to the hotel was the street party that happened outside my window the night before my departure. The breakfast was fantastic and it was conveniently located close to Central Station and transit lines, shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

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Our guide on where to stay in Oslo City Centre

Find the best Oslo City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oslo City Centre
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A park with manicured flower beds and modern buildings in the background.

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 Norwegian Theatre.

A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a tall spire.
Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis
Open Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis

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.

A historic church with a tall bell tower and a large arched entrance.

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.

A church with a tall spire and a brick tower, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

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.

A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by a grassy area and a small stream.
Photo by Bob Anderson
Open Photo by Bob Anderson

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.

Oslo City Centre Travel Guide

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