Oslo Visitor Centre
Oslo Visitor Centre
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
About
We are the official Tourist Information Office in Oslo. We are located by the Central Station, inside newly refurbished Ostbanehallen. We can help you with the Oslo Pass: your ticket to museums, transport, activities in Oslo. Tickets for local public transport, NSB trains, the Flytoget Airport Express Train, Norway in a Nutshell and other excursions. Tickets for sightseeing tours in Oslo by bus and boat. Tickets for concerts, sports and other events sold through Ticketmaster and Billettportalen. Hotel booking: We can book hotels and other accommodation in the Oslo region. Currency exchange We are open even when the banks are closed. Free city maps and brochures We have free city maps, the Oslo Guide, and brochures for activities, attractions and sightseeing tours. Personal suggestions and advice: Our employees know and love Oslo, and will do their best to help you make the most of your stay. Free WI-FI! Connect with your own phone, tablet or laptop. You will also find different screens and tablets in the Oslo Visitor Centre where you can find information and inspiration for your visit.
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Neighborhood: Sentrum
Sentrum, the central hub of Oslo, is a tapestry of rich history, modern attractions, and cosmopolitan charm. Iconic landmarks like the Oslo Opera House and the National Gallery punctuate the skyline, inviting cultural enthusiasts to indulge in world-class operas and a vast collection of European art. Culinary explorers will appreciate the plethora of dining options, ranging from traditional Norwegian fare at cozy bistros to international cuisine at chic eateries. The neighborhood is well-connected with extensive public transport links, including buses, trams, and trains, making exploration seamless. For those who appreciate a blend of history, culture, and modern city life, Sentrum is a compelling choice.
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- Jernbanetorget • 2 min walk
- Grønland • 6 min walk
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Tasha E
144 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Firstly, I would recommend arriving early to avoid any big queues. We reached the centre around 9 and were #3 in the queue. We waited less than 5 minutes to be served.
An aesthetically pleasing space with friendly, helpful staff. There were three on-site. They answered any questions we had (mostly about transportation options to the airport the next day). 100% recommend getting the Oslo Pass if you want to see a lot of the city’s exhibitions and plan on using the bus to traverse it.
An aesthetically pleasing space with friendly, helpful staff. There were three on-site. They answered any questions we had (mostly about transportation options to the airport the next day). 100% recommend getting the Oslo Pass if you want to see a lot of the city’s exhibitions and plan on using the bus to traverse it.
Written March 26, 2023
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Brian D
Denver, CO2,381 contributions
Aug 2022
The staff was very helpful. When arriving in Oslo at the airport, purchased the Oslo City Pass in advance online. Purchased a discounted train ticket to get from airport to central station. The discounted ticket was available because of the city pass. Unfortunately, the city pass wouldn't load on the mobile app. Immediately received a response on the app and was informed there were some technical issues and I would need to purchase the city pass again and they would refund my original purchase. Unfortunately again, this did not work. The staff tried one more time and the city pass just wouldn't load. Fortunately, I was traveling to central station and that is where this visitor center is located. I stopped by the visitor center and they took care of everything for me. I had to use a paper pass for all 3 days, but I got used to that pretty quickly and was able to enjoy my entire time in Oslo thanks to the support that was provided at this location. I would still recommend the online city pass because that allows for a discount on the train from the airport. If you buy your city pass in-person, you miss out on that discount. No need to worry because they will take care of you here if you have any issues with the app. One thing to note is there may be a take-a-number system, so be sure to check for that before heading to the counter. Don't forget to ask for a map as well!
Written October 10, 2022
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Coryy20
Port of Spain, Trinidad6,346 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
This was the first place I visited after arriving from the airport to the city center train station. It is on the ground floor about 8 feet from the exit/entrance door. There was a line but it moved quickly. The young lady who assisted me pointed where I could easily access the bus to my hotel and I was much appreciative that there was a service at the station.
Written August 26, 2023
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PicMorDaisies
Edmonton, Canada861 contributions
Jun 2022
The visitor center is smaller than I had expected and there was a bit of a line to see one of the staff. But they did have helpful information and maps. We also bought our 2 day Oslo City pass there and we certainly made good use of the pass which included a very large number of museums, points of interest and transportation.
Written August 15, 2022
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mioule06
Cannes, France64 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
If you want to enjoy Christmas in Oslo, avoid being there as a tourist for Christmas. That sounds weird but it is reality. The local tourist office showcases nice events and restaurants, but everything stops on the 23rd. Even public transport for one long day. The rest for at least 3 days and very often until Jan 3. All the shops and at least 95% of the restaurants. Even food shops! Only a couple of museums are open. Streets are completely dark and empty despite some decorations in the street. You end up doing long walks to finally be happy to eat at a fast food you would never enter otherwise. And even these are extremely expensive. The weather is glooming. This is not at all the place to enjoy a Christmas trip, these guys do not matter about tourists. This is so not professional! I hope they enjoyed their family reunions. We did not.
Written December 28, 2024
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Irishrover m
Brisbane, Australia579 contributions
Dec 2019
The Visitor Centre is well placed in the centre of the city, opposite good hotels and eateries...in the square.
They opened at 9 a.m. and readily supplied us with information needed to buy the Oslo Card, which was good for 48 hours enabling entry to many museums, transport etc.
Having the card is a real bonus, money wise, and also for convenience.
They opened at 9 a.m. and readily supplied us with information needed to buy the Oslo Card, which was good for 48 hours enabling entry to many museums, transport etc.
Having the card is a real bonus, money wise, and also for convenience.
Written January 6, 2020
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Hello,
Thank you for your much appreciated feedback.
The Oslo Pass is the most convenient way to travel with public transports and visit museums and attractions in the city.
We hope you enjoyed your stay in Oslo! Welcome back any time :)
Best regards
Oslo Visitor Centre
Written January 9, 2020
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drccds
Minneapolis, MN121 contributions
Sep 2022
This is small but the staff here approached me asking if they could help. I was fresh of the plane and they were very helpful indeed. I ended up going back a couple days later for something and they were just as helpful then. Thumbs Up.
Written September 18, 2022
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DadandCab
Coffs Harbour, Australia1,345 contributions
Feb 2023
We dropped in here a couple of times and the service was always swift, informative, good humoured and very helpful. As with most places in Oslo, excellent English spoken. Highly recommended to help you get the best from your stay.
Written February 21, 2023
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uncvcutraveller
Riverside, IA566 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I was able to find the place with no problems. There was no line and I bought a 3 day pass. The person told me how to get my next destination and I did not even get lost there. Would recommend this place if you plan to visit many sites in Oslo.
Written October 19, 2023
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Aussie252
Perth, Australia296 contributions
Dec 2019
This visitor centre is located within the central train station and easy to find. It’s also very busy. The lady we spoke to was extremely helpful and provided suggestions outside our queries. Very useful for getting public transport advice and determining if an Oslo Pass is suitable for you.
Written January 16, 2020
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Hello,
Thank you for your much appreciated feedback.
We are happy to hear you found our staff helpful and friendly.
We hope you enjoyed your stay in Oslo! Welcome back any time :)
Best regards
Oslo Visitor Centre
Written February 6, 2020
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Hay una oficina de turismo en el aeropuerto de oslo? Se puede comprar (si la hay) la tarjeta para viajar en dos días en bus por la ciudad? Cuánto es el precio del transporte del aeropuerto hasta la estación central de trenes de oslo? Si compro esa tarjeta por dos días , me sirve para viajar desde eladeropuerto al centro de oslo?
Written September 23, 2024
I will be arriving Oslo Airport and intend to take a local train to the city.
Where can I get a Day Pass that allows me to use the metro, trains, trans and buses?
Written June 4, 2022
Are buses that take you from the cruise terminal to downtown Oslo?
Written May 28, 2022
Can I use the public transport system to see the major attractions I am in Oslo on 20 December 2019 from 9 am to 5.30 pm. What attraction will you recommend. I am not buying the Pass. Thanks.Dr Vinay Thorat
Written November 1, 2019
Sorry, this question was not forwarded to me until March 12, 2020.
Written March 12, 2020
Good night! We going to Oslo after trip in Europe and want hiking. Is it possible leave small bag during a week and how much is it cost?
Written July 19, 2019
Hello, you can leave your bags in the locker room inside the train station. A small locker costs 50 kr for 24 hours. The maximum rental lenght is 7 days.
Welcome to Oslo!
Written July 22, 2019
We are arriving in Oslo at approximately 13:00 on Saturday. We are staying overnight at an airport hotel. We would love to see as much as possible of your beautiful city. Any suggestions on where and what transportation to take?
Written March 27, 2019
We are glad to hear you are coming to Oslo :)
The local train runs 3 times per hour, at XX:03, XX:13 and XX:43 from the airport. The ticket costs 105kr per adult, and 54kr per senior over 67 years old.
The express train called Flytoget runs every 10 minutes, the ticket costs 196 kr per adult and 98kr per senior.
They both take approx. 23/25 minutes from the airport to the central station. These are the fastest options to reach the city.
The station is right in the centre of the city, take the main street Karl Johan and walk all the way to the Royal Palace. It will take 20/30 minutes.
Check also the harbour area called Aker Brygge, where you can also see the City Hall and the Akershus Fortress.
For sightseeing tours and more information visit our helpful website.
Wishing you a nice stay in Oslo
Written March 28, 2019
Bonjour
Merçi pour vos reponses
Je voudrais savoir si le dimanche je peux visiter le norsk folkemuseum et le vikingskipshuset etant en fauteuil roulant
Je pense aller voir la galerie nationale puisle parc vigeland en fin d'apres midi le samedi puis aller manger vers akerbrygge et le lundi matin nous promener de la gare au palais royal y a t'il une releve de la garde?? et nous irons avec le train nsb à l'aeroport pour notre vol à 17h30
savez vous à quelle heure nous devons y etre car nous n'aurons pas imprimé nos billets puisque nous quittons la France le 14 Juin
Quels sont vos horaires d'ouverture et jours ? Bien cordialement
mme Duflot
Written April 24, 2018
My husband and I will spend a day exploring Oslo during our cruise. I would love to visit the Botanical Gardens and Vigeland Sculpture Park. What is the best means of transportation to these tourist attractions? I considered the HOHO bus but I'm not sure if it stops near the Botantical Gardens. Thank you for your assistance!
Written April 19, 2018
Hello, thank you for contacting us. The HOHO bus does not stop close to the Botanical Garden unfortunately, you have to take the subway from the central station to Tøyen.
As an alternative, you could walk from the cruise terminal to the stop called "Kontrasjæret" (5 min walking distance) and take the tram number 12 to Vigelandsparken (direction Majorstuen). From the park you can walk or take the same tram 12 to Majorstuen and take every eastbound subway line to Tøyen, where the Botanical Garden is located. To go back to the cruiseship you can take the bus 60 from Tøyenkirken to Vippetangen.
A daily transport ticket (105 nok adult - 53 nok senior over 67) will allow you to take these transports.
Please check the public transport website (Ruter) for information, map and schedule times.
Looking forward to welcoming you to Oslo!
Written April 19, 2018
Bonjour
Je suis paraplegique nous allons à oslo le 23 et 24 et 25 juin en quittant une croisiere mais la ville avec ses museées sont ils accessibles? j'ai epluché le guide michelin sur oslo mais tres tres peu d'informations sur l'accessibilité
Merçi beaucoup
MM Duflot
Written April 7, 2018
Bonjour MM Duflot,
Merci pour votre question,
Le centre-ville d'Oslo est facilement accessible, avec peu de rues pavées.
Le système de transport en commun est bien développé, et les personnes en fauteuil voyagent gratuitement. Les bus en particuliers sont tous accessibles et circulent dans toute la ville.
La plupart des attractions à Oslo sont accessible au fauteuil, mais nous recommendons surtous:
- Le Parc de Sculpture Vigeland: rassemble les oeuvres d'une vie de travail du scuplteur Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943) avec plus de 200 sculptures en bronze, granit et fer forgé.
- La Galerie Nationale où vous pouvez voir le fameux tableau "Le Cri" de Edvard Munch ainsi que la plus grande collection de Norvège d'oeuvres anciennes norvégiennes et étrangères du début du 19ème siècle à nos jours.
- Le Centre du Prix Nobel: présente Alfred Nobel, les lauréats du Prix Nobel de la Paix et leurs travaux. Des expositions temporaires, des infrastructures modernes et interactives ainsi que des films et conférences engagés vous feront vivre une expérience riche et variée.
- Le Musée Munch: rassemble 1.100 peintures, 3.000 dessins et 18.000 gravures de l'artiste Edvard Munch. Les expositions temporaires permettent de présenter un large panel de ses oeuvres au public.
- L'Opéra et Ballet de Norvège est situé dans le port, et sa façade blanche au toit incliné semble surgir de l'eau. L'intérieur du bâtiment est essentiellement en chêne et le hall d'entrée est formé comme un sabot, rappelant ainsi les théâtres classiques d'autrefois.
Nous espérons que cela vous aiderez à planifier votre visite.
Pour plus d'information, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter sur notre e-mail.
Bienvenue à Oslo!
Written April 24, 2018
Hola!quisiera saber donde puedo encontrar reuniones sociales o algo hace en oslo sólo hablo españo
Written March 12, 2018
Hola,
Puede consultar el sitio meetup para varios tipos de eventos sociales.
Alternativamente, recomendamos buscar algunos grupos de Facebook españoles en Oslo. La Universidad de Oslo también podría ser un buen lugar para encontrar eventos sociales en español.
Bienvenido a Oslo.
Written March 14, 2018
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