Oslo

Travel Guide

Oslo Opera House showing modern architecture, a city and theater scenes
Oslo Opera House showing theater scenes, modern architecture and night scenes
Oslo City Hall which includes interior views, an administrative buidling and a square or plaza
Oslo featuring a bay or harbor, a sunset and boating
Palace Park showing a park

Oslo Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Oslo

Oslo City Hall featuring a city, a bay or harbor and an administrative buidling

Oslo City Centre

4.5/5(882 area reviews)

Consider exploring the interesting museums in Oslo City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Norwegian Parliament is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station to see more of the area.

Oslo City Centre
Palace Park featuring a pond

Central Oslo

Travelers 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.

Central Oslo
Oslo which includes interior views

Sentrum

Southeast of Oslo, Sentrum boasts modern high-rises, the waterfront cultural center with the Oslo Opera House, and the Munch Museum. Enjoy shopping at Oslo City mall, and access Oslo Central Station and Bus Terminal for easy transport.

Sentrum
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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.

Fornebu
Oslo Winter Park showing snow and snow skiing as well as an individual male

Holmenkollen

5/5(7 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Holmenkollen. If sightseeing is on the list, Holmenkollen Ski Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Holmenkollen Station or Holmenkollen T-Bane to see more of the area.

Holmenkollen
Oslo City Centre which includes a church or cathedral

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 the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

Kvadraturen
Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3 Oslo
The price is SAR 871 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
SAR 871
SAR 977 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,119 reviews)
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 January 2026

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6 Oslo
The price is SAR 274 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
SAR 274
SAR 306 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,272 reviews)
Very basic, but clean and with all one needs for few nights. The room really is soundproofed. Excellent location and good value for money. I would add a couple of hangers in the room.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Citybox Oslo
Smarthotel Oslo

Smarthotel Oslo

3 out of 5
St. Olavsgate 26 Oslo
Stay at this hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,572 reviews)
Rooms small. Tv not working throughout my stay.

Reviewed on 26 December 2025

Smarthotel Oslo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Forenom Aparthotel Oslo

Forenom Aparthotel Oslo

3.5 out of 5
Lakkegata 3 Oslo
Stay at this apartment in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Oslo Opera House and Karl Johan Gate are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,252 reviews)
Clean room, staff were lovely and only a short 10 minute walk from the city centre

Reviewed on 7 December 2025

Forenom Aparthotel Oslo
Central City Apartments

Central City Apartments

2 out of 5
Brinken 52, Gamle Oslo Oslo
Stay at this aparthotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (1,588 reviews)
Great location, very clean.
+ Great location, only 4 minutes walk from Toyen Underground station, 3 minutes walk from Toyen Park, supermaket, bakery, cafés.. + Very clean. - Only 1 towel per person, no shower mat so the bathroom floor can get easily wet. Also, only 1 little duvet per person, 1 pillow.

Reviewed on 21 October 2025

Central City Apartments
Frogner House - Skovveien

Frogner House - Skovveien

4 out of 5
Skovveien 8 Oslo
Stay at this apartment in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Aker Brygge and Karl Johan ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,394 reviews)
Room was excellent, the only issue is that there were no outlets to be used by the bed or the walls. Informed the hotel, the agent acted surprised, offered to check but no one came.

Reviewed on 4 December 2025

Frogner House - Skovveien
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Oslo

4.5
Top Destination
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Oslo is great, love the city ! People are great!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A beautiful, friendly city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

My favorite Scandinavian country.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Super architecture, good museums and convenient transportation. Friendly helpful locals.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

very expensive city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Such a cool and very polite city. Lots of history. Very easy to navigate.