Duration
2:00 Hours
Activity Level
Low
Experience Details*
Your leisurely drive will take you past the 13th century Akershus Fortress, which is part museum and part military area, before turning towards the City Hall. The City Hall, inaugurated in 1950 at Oslo's 900 year jubilee, hosts the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony every year and is one of Oslo’s most famous buildings after its expressionist architecture won it the ‘Structure of the Century’ title in 2005.
You’ll pass the eclectic Parliament of Norway building before proceeding down Karl Johan Street, named after the 19th century Swedish-Norwegian king, towards the prestigious University of Oslo, which was established in 1811.
View the impressive Royal Palace, built in 1849, which is the residence of the Royal Family. Carry on past the granite and wrought iron gates of the Vigeland Sculpture Park and begin the climb up Holmenkollen Hill. Perched high above Oslo, Holmenkollen is the cradle of ski jumping and the site of the 1952 Olympic ski jumping competition. Enjoy time here to capture photos; on clear days there are impressive views to parts of the town and the Oslofjord with its many islands.
Returning towards the town centre, drive down the busy ‘Bogstad-veien’ with its many shops, and continue along the Royal Park passing the House of Artists, and down to ‘Stortorget’ - the big market square, where you also find the Dutch baroque architecture of Oslo Cathedral, built in 1697, before returning to the port.
At a glance*
Duration: 2 hour guided tour
Activity: Moderate level of walking
Transport: By coach
Why Book: To enjoy a leisurely drive around the main sights of Oslo
Itinerary*
Transfer to Holmenkollen Hills > Photostop > Panoramic drive > Return to port
What's included*
Local guide
Panoramic drive
Photo opportunities
Essential information
This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. The majority of sightseeing is conducted from the comfort of your coach. Guests can remain on the coach during the stop at Holmenkollen Hill if they prefer. Due to ongoing restoration works in the city, the routes are subject to change.