Walking Tour in Oslo
General information
Group size
15 max
Starting time
Check our calendar!
Duration
2 hours
Price
From 39 USD
Language
English
Walking Tour in Oslo
This walking tour in Oslo begins at the Oslo Cathedral, the main cathedral of the Church of Norway in the capital, and explores central landmarks connected to the country’s political, cultural, and maritime history. Along the route, travelers see the Storting Building, seat of the Storting, the waterfront area near the Akershus Castle and Fortress, a medieval fortress dating to the late 13th century, and the modern Oslo Opera House, home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet.
Highlights
- See central institutions of Norwegian public life, including the Storting Building and the Oslo City Hall, where the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is held each year.
- Walk through key historic sites such as the Oslo Cathedral and the medieval Akershus Castle and Fortress, built in the late 13th century.
- Reach the Oslo waterfront and see the Oslo Opera House, home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Christian IV Statue on Stortorvet square. It is right across the street from the Cathedral.
Itinerary
The tour begins near the Oslo Cathedral, the main church of the Church of Norway in the city. The present cathedral was completed in 1697 and has served as the site for royal and state ceremonies, including weddings and funerals of members of the Norwegian royal family. From here, the route continues toward the nearby Storting Building, home of the Storting. Completed in 1866, the building hosts the legislative chamber where Norway’s national laws are debated and approved.
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The walk proceeds along Karl Johans gate toward the National Theatre, opened in 1899 and dedicated to Norwegian playwrights including Henrik Ibsen and Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, whose statues stand in front of the building. Nearby stands the Oslo City Hall, inaugurated in 1950. The building houses the city council and is the venue where the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year on December 10.
The route continues toward the waterfront and the Akershus Castle and Fortress, a medieval stronghold originally built around 1299 during the reign of Haakon V of Norway. The fortress later served as a royal residence, military base, and prison, and today contains museums related to Norwegian military history. The walk then follows the harbor area to the Oslo Opera House, opened in 2008 as the home of the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, located at the edge of the Oslofjord in the Bjørvika district.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum of participants?
The maximum of participants is 15 people.
Can I pay with something other than PayPal?
Yes, after clicking on “Pay with PayPal” and the PayPal window opens, you will see the option to pay with a debit or credit card.
Can I book a private walking tour?
Yes, you can book a private walking tour by contacting us straight via email.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, in this walking tour in Oslo everyone is welcome.
What should I bring?
Check out the weather on the day of the tour to make sure you bring an umbrella in case it’s raining. Bring comfortable shoes and a big smile 🙂