Oslo City Private Walking Tour
At a glance
Oslo City Private Walking Tour is a 2h private experience in Oslo, Norway, operated by OURWAY Tours - Oslo. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $239.19 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 11 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- Norwegian, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Oslo's modern city centre was designed to be discovered on 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.
This is the perfect introduction to Oslo; a private 2-hour walking tour that takes you to the heart of Olo's city centre. While listening to tales of Vikings, King Christian IV and fires, you'll visit Aker Brygge and the Nobel Peace Centre, Akershus Fortress and Parliament building. Discover the story behind famous Norwegians such as Edward Munch and Henrik Ibsen and receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour, limited to just you and your party.
- Private 2 - hour walking tour of Oslo city centre
- Ideal for travellers interested in local history and culture
- Listen to tales of Oslo City Hall and the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony held on the 10th of December each year
- Receive the undivided attention of a private guide
What's included
What's included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Located in a former train station, the Nobel Peace Center is dedicated to the Nobel Peace Prize, awarded on December 10th every year.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Oslo City Hall is home to the local government and hosts the award ceremony for the Nobel Peace Prize. Rich in artworks with motifs from Norwegian history, culture and working life it is a true Oslo gem.
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Stop 3 · 5m
For over 100 years, The National Theatre has been the country's main arena for Norwegian performing classic and innovative theatre productions and grand celebrations.
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Stop 4 · 10m
The Royal Palace is the official residence of the present Norwegian monarch and most of the members of the Royal Court work here.
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Stop 5 · 10m
Karl Johans is the main pedestrian street of Oslo and approx 1020 meters long. Lined with impressive buildings and boutiques, this is where you go to "shop until you" drop.
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Stop 6 · 5m
The Parliament of Norway (Stortinget) is located right along the main pedestrian street Karl Johans gate, and houses various occupations and activities.
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Stop 7 · 5m
The area Kvadraturen ("The Quadrature") is named after the rectangular street pattern of Christian IV's Renaissance town.
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Stop 8 · 15m
Akershus Fortress is one of the impressive landmarks of the City of Oslo, located along the water and overlooking the Oslo Fjord.
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Stop 9 · 10m
Bankplassen (The Bank Square) indicates where the Bank of Norway was once located. The square is also known for the Engebret Café, which was frequented by famous Norwegians such as Ibsen and Munch.
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Stop 10 · 5m
Oslo's best businessmen fought for years to get the approval and funding to build the now 180-year-old stock exchange.
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Stop 11 · 10m
The Oslo Opera House is one of the most famous landmarks in the Norwegian capital. It offers outdoor performances on select dates annually.
Meeting point
The tour departs from the Nobel Peace Center, Brynjulf Bulls Plass 1, outside the main entrance - located in the City Centre.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortably and appropriately.
- The majority of this tour takes place in the city centre, where noise from surrounding traffic is unavoidable.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Oslo City Private Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $239.19 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional guide.
Where does it start?
The tour departs from the Nobel Peace Center, Brynjulf Bulls Plass 1, outside the main entrance - located in the City Centre.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Norwegian, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Oslo.
