The 15 Best Fjord Cruises in Oslo

1.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44Our pick

Set out from Oslo Fjordhage, opposite the Opera House, for a 90-minute electric cruise around Oslofjord. You pass Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Sørenga, and Aker Brygge from a calm, water-level view. Download the Voice of Norway app before boarding, bring headphones, and choose between the warm lounge, panoramic windows, or accessible outdoor deck.

“Really enjoyable 1h 30m boat trip. The boat itself is also amazing”

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2.100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,041 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Spend two hours on a 100% electric cruise from Oslo City Hall pier, passing Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, small islands, and summer cabins. Use the English audio guide, sit indoors or outside, and ask about the optional Bygdøy stop for nearby museums. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Spectacular views and a comfortable experience, it was very informative and would definitely recommend.”

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3.Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,956 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Meet at Rådhusbrygge 3 and spend three hours aboard a restored wooden sailing ship. You will cruise past Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay while eating an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet. Seating is shared and unassigned, drinks cost extra, and warm clothes are essential.

“This is a great excursion. Beautiful and interesting views of the waterways. Well organized. Be sure and come early there are some seats reserved and you want to be able to have a good seat for the trip. Dinner is simple. Bread and butter, lettuce and peel & eat shrimp. It’s certainly all the shrimp you care to eat. Very fresh and sweet. Highly recommended.”

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4.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,390 reviews · from $64

Spend two hours on Brim Explorer’s electric Ms Brisen, gliding from Aker Brygge past Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Oslo’s islands. English-speaking guides such as Susi, Suzy, Sarah, and Frederick share history and nature facts. Choose outdoor decks or warm panoramic saloons, with pastries and drinks available onboard.

“The tour was amazing. Guide explained everything throughout the ride. There is a bar inside. You can buy a drink and snacks. Toilet also available. You can stay indoor if it’s too cold outside. What a great experience!”

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5.Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 730 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52Top rated

Spend about two hours cruising Oslofjord aboard Brim Explorer’s quiet electric boat. Floor-to-ceiling windows, an outdoor deck, live commentary, café service, and views of Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Fyr, Nesodden, and Bygdøy make this an easy introduction to Oslo from the water. Guides such as Alisha, Suzi, and Frederik add local stories.

“This was an awesome way to see the Fjord and hear about Oslo’s history. Boat was quiet, clean, and the staff was amazing!! A must do!!”

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6.2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 694 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Spend two relaxed hours sailing Oslo Fjord from Rådhusbrygge 3, opposite City Hall. You’ll pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, sheltered bays, colorful summer cabins, and the Opera House. Choose from seven departure times, use the free Oslo Fjord Guide app in 13 languages, and warm up with blankets or a drink from the onboard bar.

“Great experience to see sites outside of the Oslo City Center. Everyone should experience this leisurely boat ride.”

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7.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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8.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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9.Fjord Mini Cruise by Wooden Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 503 reviews · 50 min · from $36Best value

Board the traditional wooden sailing ship at Rådhusbrygge 3 for a 50-minute Oslo Fjord loop. You’ll see Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, Bygdøy, Sørenga, and Tjuvholmen. English commentary plays onboard, while the Oslo Fjord Guide app adds narration in 12 other languages. A bar, blankets, snacks, and a toilet are available.

“Very friendly & knowledgable staff, boat had a toilet, bar & snacks.”

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10.3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 312 reviews · from $146

Board Brim Explorer at Rådhusbrygge 2 for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise through Oslofjord. Enjoy a seasonal pescatarian three-course menu from Restaurant Einer chefs, panoramic windows, an outdoor deck, and views of the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Munch Museum, islands, and colorful waterfront homes. Drinks are sold onboard.

“always do river dinner cruises when we are away and was very impressed with the electric boat very smooth and quite no propeller and shaft vibrating away, the staff very friendly and efficient and the meal was the best river dinner we have ever had. Well done”

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11.Oslo Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet on a Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 170 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Meet at Rådhusbrygge 3 for a three-hour evening sail through Oslofjord. You’ll pass the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, and small islets aboard a traditional wooden boat, with Norwegian shrimp, bread, butter, lettuce, lemon, dill, and mayonnaise served during the cruise. Bring warm layers, since the breeze can be sharp.

“Very nice! The staff were friendly. Delicious shrimp! Would recommend this tour for those visiting Oslo”

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12.Oslofjord Sightseeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 170 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Sail from Oslo City Hall pier 4 aboard a quiet electric boat with panoramic windows, outdoor decks, blankets, WiFi, restrooms, and an English audio guide. See Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, Dyna Lighthouse, Hoveøya, and Bygdøy. You can finish near the Fram and maritime museums instead of returning to the city center.

“We really enjoyed the Oslofjord Cruise. It gave us a chance to get a totally different view of Oslo and the coastline. The views were great and the boat ride was very smooth and comfortable.”

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13.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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14.Oslo Fjord Cruise with Live Jazz Music & Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 143 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Join Båtservice Sightseeing Ltd at Oslo City Hall for a three-hour evening cruise on a traditional wooden sailing ship. You will pass green islands, fortresses, summer homes, and narrow sounds while a live jazz band plays. The buffet includes shrimp, lemon, mayonnaise, bread, and butter. Drinks are not included.

“Bella esperienza, navigare in mezzo ai fiordi mangiando gamberetti veramente squisiti, con poi un orchestra jazz che suona vicino a te. Cosa holere di più. Bravi!!!”

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15.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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