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Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour

1. Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour

Discover the highlights of Norway’s capital city on a guided walking tour, and get an unparalleled insight into what makes this Scandinavian city stand out. Wander around Sentrum, Oslo’s diverse city center on the Skagerrak strait, to discover its best landmarks, museums, restaurants, and bars. During the tour, see the Norwegian Parliament, the Grand Hotel, and the main street Karl Johan. Learn how Oslo earned its nickname as the "Tiger City" and stroll past the symbolic Norwegian Opera House that stands out like a pearl in the ocean. Next, you will visit Christiania, the historical center of Oslo, and find out why the Norwegian capital has changed its name several times over the last 300 years. After the tour, download the activity provider's app (included in your tour) to discover more of Oslo and its incredible history with curated audio-guided routes through the main quarters. Best of Oslo includes: • Oslo City Hall • National Theater • University of Oslo • Norwegian Parliament • Stortorvet Gjestgiveri • Glasmagazinet • Kvadraturen • Oslo Cathedral • Karl Johan Street • Fire Tower • Tiger Sculpture • Oslo Second City Hall • Gamle rådhus • Ceremony Pier Self-guided route's main sights: • Frogner Stadion • Norwegian Opera House • Trinity Church • Karl Johan's monument • Vestkanttorvet • Grensen • Losæter • 7th of June Square • Queen Maud's Monument • Sorenga Bridge • Damstredet ... and many more

Oslo: E-Scooter City Tour

2. Oslo: E-Scooter City Tour

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 the Parliament building and Karl Johans street, which is Oslo's main boulevard.

Oslo: City Landmarks and History Walking Tour

3. Oslo: City Landmarks and History Walking Tour

Join us as we share with you the best points of interest the Oslo downtown has to offer. We'll walk through Oslo's historical city centre, designed to be discovered on foot, and learn about Norwegian culture, traditions and daily life. As we reach the emblematic Oslo Opera House (which has quickly turned into the city's symbol), we get a chance to marvel at some of the best pieces of 19th-century Norwegian architecture: the National Theater, Norwegian Parliament, and Grand Hotel. The scenic views of Oslo are stunning, with fjords providing a refreshing breeze. There's no shortage of photo opportunities in this historic city that has been around since 1100 AD! The walking tour concludes at the starting point near University Aula.

Oslo Beer Tour with snacks

4. Oslo Beer Tour with snacks

Enjoy the unique atmosphere of evening Oslo in combination with traditional Norwegian 'tapas' and (alcoholic) drinks, 'taste' the real Norwegian culture and have fun with fellow travellers. You will start the tour with 30 minutes of guided tasting session of some of the best traditional Norwegian food products. Then you'll move to explore some of the most beautiful Oslo highlights, such as Akershus Fortress, City Hall, Nobel Peace Center and Harbour promenade where you'll be able to savour two different types of traditional Norwegian akevitt. After that you'll continue with more sightseeing and you'll visit the Norwegian Parliament, Karl Johan Street and the Royal Palace. The tour is concluded with beer tasting session in one of the best beer bars in Oslo where you'll learn more about Norwegian beer culture.

Oslo Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour

5. Oslo Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour

Get to know Oslo at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. An ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children. Can be used as a great team-building activity. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, and solve challenges. Work with your team or compete against them as you learn interesting facts and create memories that you won’t forget. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. Start your tour at the much-photographed Oslo Central Station. Visit the Oslo Cathedral with its unknown royal use, and Egertorget will give you a taste of one of Oslo's busiest streets. Take a photo at the Norwegian Parliament building, which stands for democracy with its grandeur, and let yourself get lost in Oslo City Hall, with its unique architecture. Visit the Nobel Peace Center which with its unique exhibits gives you the opportunity to learn about the greatest minds and discoveries that hold the prize. You will also pass by Oslo's National Theater with its excellent acoustics and unique program. Admire the iconic Royal Palace. Uranienborg Church with its unique red color will captivate you and your camera! See, walk, and relax in Frogner Park with its countless statues. Scavenger hunts are great as an everyday activity or for special events like bachelor or bachelorette parties, birthday parties, or team-building events.

Oslo Outdoor Escape Game: Vikings Tales

6. Oslo Outdoor Escape Game: Vikings Tales

Visit wonderful sights in Oslo including the Royal Palace, Parliament and Akershus Fortress whilst solving pieces of the puzzle in this immersive exploration game. Play the role of the majestic Harald Hardrada, Viking king and founder of Oslo. Play the game by solving each piece of the puzzle on your smartphone, guess the answer to unlock the story of each secret place. Unlock stories and learn interesting facts such as how Oslo became the home of the Nobel Peace Prize. Explore the city and be given exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. Play offline as you don't need an internet connection to play the game. Enjoy as a group and solve the clues together as you walk, or split into smaller teams and compete against each other. Go at your own pace as there is no time limit, the game however can be completed in just over 1 hour. Explore without a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point, and begin the adventure.

Oslo: City Walking Tour

7. Oslo: City Walking Tour

See the print left by the founders of Oslo in its medieval architecture, walk through 700 years of history encapsulated in a fortress that has guarded the city from riders and soldiers alike. Step further in time to the town of Christiania. See the first City Hall building from the 17th century and feel the atmosphere of the many cafe terraces and restaurants, which have taken over this area of Oslo. Visit Oslo's City Hall and its main hall, internationally known for hosting the award ceremony of The Nobel Peace Prize each year. Step into 18th century architecture and see the Norwegian Parliament, walk to the National Theater, stand in front of the neo-classical building of the University of Oslo, stroll on to the Royal Palace and its beautiful gardens. Walk down Oslo's main street with its many shops and vibrant atmosphere. Stop by the central train station to appreciate early 19th century architecture, and finally explore contemporary buildings. Step onto the roof of award-winning Oslo Opera House and enjoy the beautiful view of the Oslo fjord from there. 

Oslo: Self-Guided Mystery Tour by the Parliament

8. Oslo: Self-Guided Mystery Tour by the Parliament

Travel back to Oslo in the year 1899 with this fun, self-guided mystery tour. In front of 'Stortinget', Norway's Parliament, you open your envelope and start reading the story behind the mystery you need to solve. A famous businessman has disappeared. You have a high reputation as a police detective, and several of your colleagues believe that you have a special sixth sense. Additionally, to the mysterious disappearance, a leather briefcase with blood on it has been found. You need to find out whether this is a weird coincidence or if these two incidences are connected. Time's ticking and much is at stake! You have to find out who the culprit is. You are guided around the historic surroundings of Oslo city, while solving puzzles and tasks. In the end, you will reach Karl Johans gate or Nationaltheatret, where you will have all the clues to hopefully accuse the right person responsible for the crime. Discover Oslo in a unique and exciting way with this game. Good luck — you will need it.

Oslo: City Introduction in-App Guide & Audio

9. Oslo: City Introduction in-App Guide & Audio

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Listen or read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour at the much-photographed Oslo Central Station! Visit the Oslo Cathedral with its unknown royal use, and Egertorget will give you a taste of one of Oslo's busiest streets. Take a photo at the Norwegian Parliament building, which stands for democracy with its grandeur, and let yourself get lost in Oslo City Hall, with its unique architecture. Visit the Nobel Peace Center which with its unique exhibits gives you the opportunity to learn about the greatest minds and discoveries that hold the prize. You will also pass by Oslo's National Theater with its excellent acoustics and unique program. Admire the iconic Royal Palace. Uranienborg Church with its unique red color will captivate you and your camera! See, walk, and relax in Frogner Park with its countless statues!(where the tour ends)

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What people are saying about Norwegian Parliament

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based on 383 reviews

Our guide Anne was wonderful - extremely knowledgeable and engaging. She presented the information in an easy , passionate manner. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Oslo. We love GYG and will continue to use them as we travel the World, cheers.

Our guide was very kind and knew a lot of things about Norway and Oslo. We were very lucky as well because we asked him a lot of questions and he was able to respond to all of them. Thanks so much for the great insight about Oslo and Norway!

This is a must, once you arrive at Oslo. Our guide Maria was the best! So sweet and gave us all the information one hopes for with simple instructions on how to use our time there to our best advantage. Definitely recommend this experience.

Approx.3hours walking in oslo... findimg perfect views and reading notes about history

Really good puzzle especially for seeing beautiful buildings