Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours 5
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Half a day in one of the happiest cities on earth!

Get cozy in a capital famous for a picturesque palace, happy locals and that opera house.

Temperatures can change drastically even during the summer so make sure to pack or wear layers and a waterproof jacket

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Explore a storybook adventure in the picturesque Norwegian capital, passing must-see sights and hidden gems on a route tailored for you.
  • Release your inner royal outside of the mesmerizing Royal Palace (queue curtsy).
  • See top-tier Scandanavian architecture, as you explore the roof of a famous opera house (no ladders required).
  • Dart away from the crowds to a snug little suburb teeming with artsy folk and street art with an Oslovian twist.
  • Drop a GPS pin at a must-stop must-taste krumkake bakery (no wonder locals are so happy!).

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Get ready for a half-day adventure in the cozy capital of Norway, like kicking your half-day off outside the Royal Palace for a peek at the royal guards, before picking a pansy along Karl Johans Gate, where you’ll pass one of Norway’s most prominent theatres and other romantic landmarks. Next, head to the nearby Nobel Peace Center, an arena for involved politics overlooking the harbor, before darting to the Scandanavian architectural pride, the sleek Opera House. Wander off the tourist track to trendy suburb Grünerløkka, intertwined with remnants of industrial Oslo, snug cafés and exploding street art celebrating Norwegian beauty and precision. There, meander past the sparkling Akerselva River, and ask your host where to find the yummiest krumkake in town. 

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3. Tailor your experience
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2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
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What travelers think of our Oslo experiences

Nancy Aug 2025

Marianne was awesome! She gave us tremendous insight about Norway and showed us many places in the time we had. She was like family and so personable with us. We enjoyed it immensely.

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Thao Aug 2025

I had the pleasure of touring Oslo with Sheenam, and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide! From the moment we met, she made me feel comfortable, even though I was a little nervous about navigating a new city on my own. She was patient, kind, and incredibly helpful, making sure I never felt rushed while still covering an impressive number of sights. In just four hours, Sheenam guided me through Oslo’s highlights, including the Central Station, Deichman Library, Opera House, Munch Museum, She Lies floating sculpture, Bjørvika waterfront, and Vigeland Sculpture Park. Along the way, she shared fascinating insights that deepened my appreciation of each place. She also made sure I experienced local flavors—moose hotdogs and burgers, creamy fish soup, and Ringnes beer—all of which I loved! Even better, she gave me clear directions for landmarks we didn’t have time to visit, like the Royal Palace, Stortinget, and Oslo Cathedral. What impressed me most was how approachable and attentive she was. As someone who’s directionally challenged, I could have easily felt overwhelmed, but with her guidance everything was seamless and stress-free. She balanced being informative with giving me space to simply enjoy the city. She even went above and beyond—giving me detailed instructions for navigating Oslo’s public transport, and personally taking me to a burger spot a bit out of the way so I wouldn’t miss the moose burger I’d been hoping to try. If you’re visiting Oslo, I can’t recommend Sheenam enough. She’s knowledgeable, thoughtful, and considerate—and she makes the whole experience feel like exploring the city with a friend. I left with wonderful memories of Oslo, and that’s largely thanks to her!

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Thao Aug 2025

I had the pleasure of touring Oslo with Sheenam and couldn’t have asked for a better guide! In just four hours she showed me major highlights like the Opera House, Munch Museum, Deichman Library, Bjørvika waterfront, Vigeland Park, and more—while sharing fascinating insights that made the city come alive. She also made sure I tried local favorites like moose hotdogs, moose burgers, creamy fish soup, and Ringnes beer. What impressed me most was how kind, patient, and attentive she was. As someone directionally challenged, I never felt stressed—she gave me detailed directions for spots we couldn’t fit in for the day, like the Royal Palace, Stortinget, and Oslo Cathedral, taught me how to use public transport, and even went out of her way to help me track down the moose burgers I’d been hoping to try. Touring with Sheenam felt like exploring the city with a friend, and I left with wonderful memories of Oslo thanks to her. Highly recommend!

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Michael Aug 2025

A lot of walking, but that was our choice. Marie reached out and asked what our goals were before the tour and even during the tour gave us options of next steps and choices. We saw the opera house, the palace, the main square and the fortress. A lot of history and knowledge.

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Connie Jul 2025

Neil was very personable and adapted the tour to meet our needs. He was very easy going, but was diligent about showing us as much of the historical sites as time allowed. I would highly recommend Neil as a guide.

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Andrea Jul 2025

Tour was tailored to what we wanted to see.

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