HovedOya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Tom Fryda
Photo by Tom Fryda

Popular places to visit

Oslo Opera House showing modern architecture, a city and theatre scenes

Oslo Opera House

Stunning architecture and superb performances make this cultural powerhouse an unmissable part of your Oslo adventure.

Oslo Opera House
Aker Brygge which includes a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Aker Brygge

This disused wharf has been transformed into a lively promenade filled with shops, restaurants and bars.

Aker Brygge
Karl Johan Gate

Karl Johan Gate

During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.

Karl Johan Gate
Tusenfryd Amusement Park

Tusenfryd Amusement Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tusenfryd Amusement Park as part of your trip to Ås. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

Tusenfryd Amusement Park
MUNCH Museum

MUNCH Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

MUNCH Museum
Viking Ship Museum which includes interior views

Viking Ship Museum

See three ancient Viking craft that have been remarkably preserved for posterity.

Viking Ship Museum

Activities

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

AU$74
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat

Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat

AU$97
per adult
Guided Sightseeing Cruise on Oslofjord by Premium Silent Boat
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour

Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour

AU$9
per adult
Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

AU$75
per adult
Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise
Oslo Discovery Tour

Oslo Discovery Tour

AU$165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oslo Discovery Tour
Oslo: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

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AU$60
per adult
Oslo: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus GrayLine
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Our pick of the best HovedOya Hotel Deals

Clarion Hotel The Hub

Clarion Hotel The Hub

4 out of 5
Biskop Gunnerus Gate 3, Oslo
The price is AU$325 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$325
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,614 reviews)
"It was nice & good stay I had there. As a solo trip. And the woman who working as a cleaner was so nice to me When i asked her about the TV. I just forget to asked her name."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Clarion Hotel The Hub
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo

4 out of 5
Holbergs Gate 30, Oslo
The price is AU$233 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$233
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,469 reviews)
"Superb hotel, location and staff are highlights. Bed was a bit too soft for my taste, but maybe that is a regional preference. Breakfast was delightful and varied, summit bar has creative and delicious cocktails, knowledgeable mixologists. Staff was professional, courteous, and security minded, but ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Citybox Oslo

Citybox Oslo

3 out of 5
Prinsensgate 6, Oslo
The price is AU$166 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$166
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,928 reviews)
"Great option for a quick stay over. The hotel was a 5 minute walk from anything you could possibly want - restaurants, coffee shops, mall, transportation, museums, royal palace, you name it. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Perfect set up if you’re looking to get out there and see a lot with ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Citybox Oslo
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget

3 out of 5
Møllergata 26, Oslo
The price is AU$121 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$121
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,105 reviews)
"Thanks for AC, fan and the lounge! Lounge room is thoughtfully designed for all traveller's needs, even those who work while traveling. Quite street yet walkable distance."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station

3 out of 5
Fred Olsens Gate 11, Oslo
The price is AU$146 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$146
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,093 reviews)
"The staff are helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Anker Hotel

Anker Hotel

3 out of 5
Storgata 55, Oslo
The price is AU$183 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$183
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Oslo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and 6 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,876 reviews)
"The summer was surprisingly hot over there, they don’t have AC and it can get boiling hot in the rooms. Some rooms have windows that open wildly and some just a little so in those ones it’s hard to get some air from outside at night when the air cool down. I would say if the weather is very very ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Anker Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya

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Kvadraturen

If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Oslo Cathedral or Karl Johan Gate and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.

Kvadraturen
Oslo City Hall featuring a bay or harbour, an administrative building and a city

Oslo City Centre

Travellers choose Oslo City Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station and check out top sights like Norwegian Parliament.

Oslo City Centre
Oslo which includes interior views

Sentrum

While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or Chat Noir, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.

Sentrum
Aker Brygge which includes modern architecture and a coastal town as well as a large group of people

Vika

Theatres and restaurants are highlights of Vika. Make a stop by The National Museum or Oslo Konserthus while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vikatorvet Tram Station to get around town.

Vika
Palace Park featuring a pond

Central Oslo

Travellers love Central Oslo for its popular shops, and you can see more of Oslo by jumping on the metro at Nationaltheatret Tram Station or Tullinlokka Light Rail Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Theater and Chat Noir.

Central Oslo
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Bjørvika

While you're in Bjørvika, take in top sights like Akerselva River and jump on the metro at Bjørvika Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Bjørvika

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