City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 4.9
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Kickstart your trip to Oslo

Crash course of a cozy capital with an A+ local host

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

  • Become an honorary Oslovian on a crash course along the pretty-as-a-postcard Norwegian capital.
  • See a street sprinkled with bucket list landmarks and take note of a nearby charming café to try on the rest of your trip.
  • Channel your inner medieval warrior outside a towering fortress and receive tips on where to see19th century architecture.
  • Ask all your travel questions about a capital once inhabited by seafaring Vikings: your host knows it all!

What to know before you go

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

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

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
3 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

There's no time to waste; become an honorary Oslovian on a crash course that will take you to a world-famous street dotted with comfy cafés, bucket list landmarks, and a "wow, royal palace!". Learn about the fascinating history of the capital once inhabited by seafaring Vikings, as you receive invaluable tips on when to visit tourist hotspots or where to find a postcard-like bakery selling the best Sandbakelse (sugar cookies) in town. Channel your inner medieval warrior outside a towering fortress, and step back in time at a Baroque cathedral. Find out where to step into 19th-century Norwegian streets, before strolling to where the hipsters hang out at borough by the river Grünerløkka, booming with European influenced street art and Indie boutiques.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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What travelers think of this experience

Helen May 2025

Great trip - well worth it. Interesting commentary but also plenty of quiet time to relax and enjoy the views. Friendly crew and bar staff.

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John May 2025

I was very impressed by his knowledge, spirit, and love of Norway. He also communicated beforehand in a way that was terrific. I highly recommend Neil!

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Steph May 2025

Great option for a personal tour. Our guide worked with us to set a senior friendly pace. She answered all of our questions a out the sites, what it’s like to live in Oslo, politics and religion.

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John May 2025

Sheena was very professional, courteous, and friendly. It felt like touring a city with your good friend.

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Patricia May 2025

Marianne gave us an excellent walk about and taught us much about Norway’s history under Denmark and Sweden. Definitely took us to a hidden gem behind the Cathedral

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Spencer Apr 2025
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