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.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

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.

Ray Aug 2025

Nicha Aug 2025

Sheenam was one of the kindest and friendliest people I’ve ever met. She knows all the landmarks in the city well, and she took a beautiful picture of me. By the end of the trip, we had become good friends. I highly recommend her! Hope to see you again soon.

Jessica Aug 2025

Sheenam was extremely knowledgeable about each site we visited as well as the local culture and history. I had an excellent time and would highly recommend.

Denyce Aug 2025

Neil gave us a nice overview of Oslo in the short time we had available. We asked for a focus on history, and he delivered! He also took the time to help us figure out the transit system. A terrific experience.

Michael Aug 2025

Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. She knew the history and cultural highlights. She answered every question.

Michael Aug 2025

Age was very personable, knowledgable and helpful. She answered all of our many questions. Highly recommend.

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