The 11 Best City Sightseeing Tours in Oslo

1.3-Hour Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,609 reviews · 3 hours · from $62Our pick

Ride Oslo’s mostly flat streets and car-free paths with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Shaf, Lucia, or Andreas. You’ll see City Hall, Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace, Frogner Park, Tjuvholmen, and the fjord in three hours. Winter departures use spiked tires and may follow a changed route.

“Our guide for the day was Shaf who was the consumate professional and very knowledgeable about Oslo and very passionate about the outdoor life. After a quick safety brief we selected our bikes and helmets. The bikes were all in first class maintained condition. After a short stop to allow everyone to introduce each other (name and where from) Off we went around the city stopping off at various landmarks for Shaf to tell us a bit about the history of each location. It is a great way to see Oslo if you only have a set amount of time in the city like us who were on a cruise…”

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2.24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,470 reviews · from $41

Ride Oslo’s hop-on hop-off bus between the Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Bygdøy museums, Akershus Fortress, and the Opera House. You get an audio guide in several languages, free headphones, Wi-Fi, and museum discounts. Choose 24 hours for a quick overview or 48 hours for a slower museum-focused visit.

“It was a great way to get to know Oslo and what it has to offer, especially if you only have one day to spare. The bus was on time, and the audio guide worked well. I got a good seat by the open window, so I could take nice pictures and videos along the way. Overall, I enjoyed my ride.”

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3.Oslo Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 979 reviews · from $62Top rated

Ride through Oslo with a professional guide on a small-group tour limited to 15 people. You’ll use a standard bicycle and helmet, stop at City Hall, Akershus Fortress, Karl Johans gate, Aker Brygge, the Royal Palace, Oslofjord, and Vigeland Park. Guides such as Curtis, Becca, Kat, and Laura bring history and local detail to an easy-paced route.

“McKayla was a great guide. Very informative and knowledgeable about the areas we visited. Highly recommend- safe and a great way to zoom around the city.”

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4.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 724 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $46

Ride Oslo’s open-top double-decker bus for 24 or 48 hours, using stops near the Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, museums, cruise terminals, and the Opera House. You get eight-language audio commentary, Wi-Fi, and the freedom to build your own sightseeing day. The full loop takes about 90 minutes.

“We didn't make the trip. Looking for a refund Thank you Valerie Sweeney”

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5.Grand City Sightseeing Tour by Bus with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 647 reviews · 7h 30m · from $152

Spend 7.5 hours seeing Oslo with an English-speaking guide, including Holmenkollen, Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Fram Museum, a seasonal Folk or Kon-Tiki Museum visit, and an Oslofjord cruise. Guides such as Elena, Rita, and Chris are known for clear stories and good humor. Expect walking, stairs, and a full day of sightseeing.

“Very well guided tour with lots to see in the time allowed.”

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6.Oslo Combo Tour: Grand City Tour and Oslo Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 555 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $161

Spend about 7.5 hours seeing Oslo by air-conditioned coach, on foot, and from the water. Your English-speaking guide leads you through Vigeland Park and the Fram Museum, with seasonal visits to the Folk Museum or Kon-Tiki Museum, plus a 90-minute Oslo Fjord cruise. Guides may include Elena, Chris, Luis, or Rita.

“Felt rushed didn’t get to spend much time at each location. Visited 2 museums, one would have been enough.”

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7.City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 455 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46

This seasonal Oslo bus tour gives you 24 or 48 hours of hop-on access, with a 90-minute loop linking the Royal Palace, Vigeland Park, Bygdøy museums, the Opera House, MUNCH Museum, and cruise terminals. Audio commentary comes in eight languages, with free headphones and onboard Wi-Fi. Bring rain protection and confirm the bus is running.

“It was easy and great. Did one full round and then stopped at a couple of museums. Enhanced my time in Oslo, especially since it was raining.”

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8.City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 197 reviews · 2 hours · from $37Best value

Start near the Nobel Peace Center and walk through Akershus Fortress, Christiania Torv, Kvadraturen, Karl Johan Street, the Cathedral, Parliament, and the Opera House. A German-speaking guide such as Emily, Anna Marie, Maria, or Olav may lead the way. Expect history, culture, city views, and a moderate amount of walking.

“Maria did an excellent job. She knew her history of the city and has a good sense of honor mixed in with her information.”

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9.Guided Oslo Highlights Tour by bus & Oslofjord cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $110

You’ll tour Oslo by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Holmenkollen and Vigeland Sculpture Park before a two-hour electric-boat cruise. Guides such as Chris, Anita, Rita, and Randi bring local stories and humor. The boat has scenic views, though onboard commentary may be limited.

“Chris our tour guide was very informative and witty in explanations.”

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10.Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

See Oslo with an English-speaking guide, traveling by coach past City Hall, the Royal Palace, the Opera House, and other landmarks. Walk through Vigeland Park, stop at Holmenkollen Ski Jump, then finish with a 1.5 to 2-hour electric-boat cruise on Oslofjord. The land tour is guided, while the cruise uses onboard screens and an optional app.

“Great tour guide and great driver. Very efficient. The fjord cruise was fantastic! Bus was comfortable.”

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11.Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $46

Explore Oslo by open-top double-decker bus on a 24-hour ticket with 17 stops, including the Royal Palace, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Bygdøy museums, Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, and MUNCH. Departures run about every 30 minutes from 10am to 4pm, with audio commentary, Wi-Fi, and direct cruise-port access.

“Really liked the tour and loved Oslo. Lots of great things to see! Make sure you make it to the park!”

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