Central Oslo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Aker Brygge. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
Oslo City Hall
After visiting Oslo City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oslo. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.
Akershus Fortress
Akershus Fortress is just one of the places to see in Oslo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.
Oslo Cathedral
Oslo Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Oslo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in Central Oslo
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Lots of front desk staff so we didn’t have to wait for anything. Both the rooftop bar and the lobby bar had really nice staff and great cocktails. The breakfast buffet was massive and really high quality. The pool in the basement was an infinity pool so that was fun to try and they have a steam and ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Citybox Oslo
Excellent place to stay. Convenient and accessible.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Breakfast was great. Bed was comfortable
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
The desk manager Kris was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Spectrum
Breakfast buffet is amazing- incredible selection of foods, all fresh and freshly prepared. Plus one can buy a box and fill it up for lunch or afters.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Slottsparken
When we arrived we were upgraded to a one bedroom apartment, the room was fantastic and the staff were exceptional. Breakfast was really good plenty of choice and great quality the staff were fantastic. Very clean, lovely comfy beds Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Oslo
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.
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.
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Mini Bottle Gallery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
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.
Frogner
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Frogner. Make a stop by Color Line Ferry Terminal or Oslo City Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lille Frogner alle Light Rail Station or Elisinburg Tram Station to get around town.
