Gamle Oslo Travel Guide
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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.
Oslo Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Oslo Opera House during your stay in Oslo. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Aker Brygge
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Aker Brygge. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Tusenfryd Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tusenfryd Amusement Park as part of your trip to Ås. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Gamle Oslo
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.
