Things to do in Akershus

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An aerial view of a city with a prominent castle, a river, and several islands.
An aerial view of a large lake with several islands, one featuring a circular fortress-like structure surrounded by greenery.
A red house on a small island in a calm body of water, surrounded by rocky shores and a hillside with houses.
A spacious indoor shopping area with a modern architectural design, featuring a glass ceiling and a central escalator.
A serene winter landscape with a calm lake surrounded by snow-covered trees and rocks.

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The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

The Viking Planet Museum Ticket

￥4,671
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
The Viking Planet Museum Ticket
Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

￥7,048
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary
Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

￥7,158
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Oslo: Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide

Oslo: Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide

￥2,497
per adult
Oslo: Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide
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2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

￥10,539
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo: 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord

Oslo: 3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord

￥24,422
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oslo: 3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord
Oslo: Fjord Dinner Cruise on Sailing Ship w/ Seafood Buffet

Oslo: Fjord Dinner Cruise on Sailing Ship w/ Seafood Buffet

￥10,654
per adult
Oslo: Fjord Dinner Cruise on Sailing Ship w/ Seafood Buffet
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding

Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding

￥7,048
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Oslo: Kon-Tiki Museum Entry Ticket

Oslo: Kon-Tiki Museum Entry Ticket

￥2,950
per adult
Oslo: Kon-Tiki Museum Entry Ticket
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2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 367 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥10,796 per adult
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Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords

Self-Guided Viking Voyage in Oslo's Hidden Fjords

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was ￥556 and current price is ￥278 per adult
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Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour

Oslo: Guided Oslofjord Island-Hopping Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,227 per adult
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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 314 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,220 per adult
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Oslo: 3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord

Oslo: 3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 88 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥25,016 per adult
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Oslo Opera House

9.2/10 (2,428 reviews)
The home of the Norwegian National Ballet and Opera is a large marble and glass edifice that resembles a glacier rising out of the water.
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Find the best Akershus areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Oslo City Centre

Consider exploring the interesting museums in Oslo City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Norwegian Parliament is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station to see more of the area.

A park with manicured flower beds and modern buildings in the background.

Central Oslo

Travelers 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.

A historic church with a prominent clock tower and a tall spire.
Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis
Open Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis

Sentrum

If you're spending time in Sentrum, check out sights like Oslo City Hall or Chat Noir and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.

A church with a tall spire and a brick tower, surrounded by buildings and a clear blue sky.

St. Hanshaugen

You might enjoy the restaurants while in St. Hanshaugen. Bislett Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Stensgata Light Rail Station or Bislett Station to see more of the city.

A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by a grassy area and a small stream.
Photo by Bob Anderson
Open Photo by Bob Anderson

Fornebu

Unique features of Fornebu include the live music and beaches. Make a stop by Unity Arena or Oslofjord while you're exploring the area.

Popular day trips from Akershus

A modern architectural structure with a glass facade, a large open plaza, and a construction crane in the background.

Oslo

A pedestrian bridge over a river with boats docked nearby.

Drammen

A calm body of water reflecting the sun and clouds.

Asker

A calm pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Jessheim

A river with a bridge, buildings, and autumn foliage.

Sandvika

A park with a pond, fountains, and a train in the background.

Lillestrom

A lit bridge at night reflecting on calm water with rocks in the foreground.

Bærum

A sunset over a calm lake with a pier extending into the water.

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