Karl Johans Gate Tours and Activities

Explore Oslo on a city sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour; it’s the perfect way to discover Norway’s capital at your own pace. Use your voucher for 24 hours, and hop on and off the bus at multiple stops around the city. Listen to audio narration about each of the sights, and use the route to take you to attractions such as Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Castle and Fortress

Immerse yourself in the cultural and architectural majesty of Oslo on a leisurely 3-hour bike tour of the Norwegian capital. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise through the  charming city streets and visit popular attractions like Aker Brygge shipyard, Akerhus Castle and the Royal Palace. Receive an insightful introduction to the city’s rich historical heritage and enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to only 15 people.

Spend an afternoon exploring Oslo on two wheels. This full-day bike rental allows you to experience Norway’s capital city at your own pace, morning, noon or night. Cycle over to Vigilance Park, the world’s largest park of sculptures created by one artist, or visit Bygdøy Peninsula, home to Oscarshall Castle and the Kon-Tiki Museum, highlighting the expeditions of Norwegian adventurer Thor Heyerdahl. You can determine your own route, creating a one-of-a-kind tour.

Enjoy an express tour of Oslo’s city center. Over the course of 2.5 hours, get a taste of Norwegian culture and visit major sights like Akerhus Fortress, City Hall, and the modern Opera House. Sample traditional brunost cheese before your visit ends. This efficient tour offers a perfect overview of beautiful Oslo.

When your ship docks in Oslo's port, take a comprehensive tour of the city's highlights with this half-day shore excursion. Combine a walking tour with an express route on a sightseeing bus that allows you to take in landmarks such as the Viking Museum, the Vigeland Installation in Frogner Park, and others. Admission to all attractions and round-trip transportation from the port are included.

E-scooters are all the rage. They are fun, ecological, and they save you time and energy so you can see more in a shorter amount of time. This E-scooter city tour is perfect for everyone who wants to get the most of Oslo's must-see attractions in a modern, fun way. You'll be able to see highlights such as the Norwegian Opera and Ballet building, Bjørvika district, Akershus Fortress and the vivid Oslofjord areas, and the Royal Palace with its beautiful park full of marvellous statues. Other highlights include Our Saviour's Cemetery, the final resting place for famous Norwegians such as Edvard Munch and Henrik Ibsen, Oslo's sustainable laboratory, the Parliament building and Karl Johans street, which is Oslo's main boulevard.

Just because its winter, you can still explore Oslo on two wheels. This tour provides bicycles specially equipped for winter cycling and takes you to the city's top sites and seasonal attractions, such as Christmas markets.

Get a closer look at some of Oslo’s most popular attractions on a private 3-hour walking tour. Follow your guide to Oslo City Call, Karl Johans Gate, the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, and more. Set at a leisurely pace, you have ample opportunity to take photos and ask questions. Perfect for first time visitors, the tour also gives you the opportunity to get insider suggestions for the rest of your trip.

Are you tired of having to be a part of large tour groups? Well, don’t worry because this self-guided audio tour through Oslo was made for you! Explore the downtown highlights of Oslo with me the right way: Walk at your own pace, relax when you feel like it, and take as much time as you like. The tour starts from Oslo's famous public square in front of the town hall and traces a route up to the Royal Palace, before walking down Karl Johan Avenue, Oslo’s main street. Along the way, I'll fill you in on some of Norway's history, its royal family and its famous writers. You’ll take in Oslo's famous historic sights and also experience a more modern side of Oslo, with its shops, street musicians and parliament. We'll end the tour in Bjørvika, a bay with a perfect view of the National Opera and Ballet. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. 

Take a journey back in the time to the 1940´s, where the Nazi-German forces had occupied Oslo. On this guided walking tour we will pass along main streets of Oslo, but we will look at them from a broader vision. The war left many traces in the city, but it's not so easy to notice them.

Oslo’s modern city centre was designed to be discovered by foot. Join us for an Oslo City Private Walking Tour and see for yourself! We'll check out the best of the city centre, digging into Norwegian culture along the way.

Follow in the footsteps of ancient Vikings, criminals and legendary local ghosts on a private walking tour through the heart of Oslo with a storyteller guide. See the main attractions in the historic center as you trace a route from City Hall to Kvadraturen and the landmarks of Karl Johans gate. Learn the dark side of local history as your guide brings fierce battles, myths, and murders to life, and hear about some of Norway’s most offbeat traditions. Enjoy the change to take in Oslo's sights with a fun twist. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

This 4-hour private tour shows you only the best of Oslo. Visit the Opera House and Palace in the city center, then explore the dreamy sculptures of Vigeland Park and listen to stories about the artist who created them. Head to the Viking Ship Museum to see some of the best-preserved ships in the world. Delve into Viking culture and learn about its impact on Norway today.

Come along with us to Oslo's main boulevard, the famous Karl Johans gate, where you will visit traditional Christmas markets and learn about Christmas culture and traditions with a local guide. Take the opportunity to warm yourself up with the traditional Norwegian drink, gløgg (mulled wine), or taste some of the traditional Christmas foods such as julegrøt (porridge), julepølse (pork sausage), or tynnlefser (flatbread) and don't forget to ask your guide any questions that come to mind.

When your ship docks in Oslo's port, take a private tour of the city on foot. Walk through the Norwegian capital, including visits to the Royal Palace, the National Theater, the Parliament Building, Oslo Cathedral, and Akershus. Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Viking Museum, and Oslo's best lookout: the Holmenkollen Skip Jump.

See all of Oslo's most important attractions in just one guided walking tour. Soak up the atmosphere on the city streets as your guide takes you to Akershus Fortress, Oslo City Hall, and the Royal Palace. Head just outside of the city center to Vigeland Park to admire a vast collection of unusual sculptures all created by just one man. Throughout the tour, your guide explains the history and context of each attraction, leaving you with a well-rounded first impression of Norway's capital.

Sightseeing tour by car (2 hours) and a walking tour (2 hours) in the city of Oslo with a visit to the Viking Museum. You will see Karl Johansgt Street, the old Akershus fortress, the National Theater, the parliament building, Oslo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, Vigeland Park, the Viking Museum, Oslo Town Hall, etc. Then you will return to the ship or you can stay in the city center and continue walking.

Sightseeing tour of Oslo. You will see the street Karl Johansgt, the old fortress Akershus, the National Theatre, the Parliament Building, the Oslo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, the Holmenkollen Ski jump, etc. Then you will be taken back to the ship or you can stay in the city center and continue the walk.

Oslo Pass Included! This private Stroll&Roll tour combines the best of strolling through the city center of Oslo (Note: Driving restrictions, thus best by foot) followed by the comfortable "roll" up hills in our luxury limousines. Always guided by one of our skilled and licensed guides. Starting at your hotel (either with the Stroll or the Roll first) we guide you through our history from the Viking age, through the renaissance, the capital development in the 19th century to our vibrant living city center of today. Then up hill to the Vigeland sculpture park and the Holmenkollen ski area, and maybe the famous apple cake at Frognerseter traditional restaurant? Ending the day in the maritime homeland of the Vikings and the great polar explorers! And maybe a "sun-downer" at the Opera house, imaging the ice berg rising up from the blue fjord. Any wishes or ideas? We adopt!

Sightseeing tour of Oslo. You will see the street Karl Johansgt, the old fortress Akershus, the National Theatre, the Parliament Building, the Oslo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, the Holmenkollen Ski jump, etc. Then you will be taken back to the hotel or you can stay in the city center and continue the walk.

Strolling through Oslo at Christmastime gives you an idea of locals' cozy traditions but, as an outsider, it can be difficult to really experience them. This guided tour lets you live the Norwegian Christmas experience to the fullest. You'll learn about traditions, taste some of Norway’s typical winter drink, gløgg (mulled wine), and visit a Christmas market with an outdoor ice skating rink.

Sightseeing tour by car (2 hours) and a walking tour (2 hours) in the city of Oslo with a visit to the Viking Museum. You will see Karl Johansgt street, the old Akershus fortress, the National Theater, the Parliament Building, Oslo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, Vigeland Park, the Viking Museum, the Oslo City Hall, etc. Then you will be taken back to the hotel or you can stay in the city center and continue the walk.

See many of the Oslo area’s top highlights in just one day—and leave all the planning to your guide—on this private limousine tour. Following morning pickup, you’ll discover Oslo attractions like the Kistefos Museum (a contemporary art museum with a distinctive design), Vigeland Park, the Nobel Peace Center, the Royal Palace, and more. You’ll even venture beyond city limits to see the Tyrifjorden lake and Jevnaker region.

Sightseeing tour of Oslo with a visit to the Viking Museum. You will see the street Karl Johansgt, the old fortress Akershus, the National Theatre, the Parliament Building, the Oslo Cathedral, the Royal Palace, the Vigeland park, the Holmenkollen Ski jump, the Viking Museum, etc. Then you can return to the pier or stay in the city center and continue the walk.