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15 Best Oslo Walking Tours

The walks locals would pick: central Oslo with a resident guide and island-hopping routes that ride the public ferries between beaches and wooden cottages. The archipelago commute is the city’s best-kept ordinary thing.

1.Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

Discover Oslo’s stunning fjord islands on this 4-hour island-hopping tour. Explore ancient ruins, seaside villages, and hidden beaches with expert guides.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“The guide, Giovanni, was very friendly, joyful and a pleasant to be around, while also providing us with useful information about the city and the fjords. The tour goes on to 2 islands and even in winter weather was pleasant. Would highly recommend.”

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3.Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping

Discover Oslo’s fjord islands on a half-day private tour combining scenic ferry rides, forest walks, and local stories for a memorable Norway experience.

★ 5.0

“Great experience for our first time to Oslo. Our guide, Giovani, was super knowledgeable and he made the tour both fun and informative.”

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4.Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour

Explore Oslo's highlights on a 2-hour guided walking tour covering landmarks, history, and hidden gems, with an optional audio guide for extra exploration.

★ 4.5

“Excellent 2hr walking tour with Anastasia, covering many key landmarks, buildings, history and modern day developments. Delivered in excellent English with humour thrown in! Thoroughly recommend, thanks Ben & Natalie.”

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6.Taste of Oslo Walking Tour

Enjoy a 2-3 hour guided walk through Oslo, sampling Norwegian cheeses, waffles, and cured meats while discovering hidden sights and local culture.

★ 4.5

“Really great walking tour with lots of information and yummy food we wouldn’t have tried on our own.”

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7.Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour

Discover Oslo's highlights on this 2-hour guided walking tour, visiting iconic landmarks like Akershus Castle, the Opera House, and Karl Johans gate.

★ 4.5

“The tour guide was great. Very knowledgeable. We found out a lot that we wouldn’t got by doing it ourselves.”

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8.Oslo: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover Oslo through a personalized private walking tour with a local guide. Experience hidden gems, authentic stories, and insider tips for a genuine adventure.

★ 4.5

“The guide was Guliya Bagautdinova and was exceptional. Exactly what I wanted - a local guide who took me to interesting places and in 8 countries Oslo was the highlight of my trip. Top marks.”

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9.Oslo: Grünerløkka Food & Culture Walking Tour

Discover Oslo's vibrant Grünerløkka neighborhood on this 2.5-hour walking tour featuring local food, street art, riverside views, and insider stories.

★ 4.5

“Shaf is a wonderful guide and a truly likeable human being. He is smart, fun, and intelligent. We have been on many foodie tours. This one differed because servings were full size: fewer restaurants, larger servings than other tours. There is plenty of walking on…”

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10.Oslo: City Highlights Walking Tour

Discover Oslo’s highlights on this 2-hour guided walking tour in German, exploring landmarks from medieval fortress to modern opera house. Perfect for culture lovers.

★ 4.8

“Though it was raining cats and dogs, Ulaf the guide was very interesting and knowledgeable. it was really time well spent”

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11.Oslo Island Walks: Island Hopping Tour

Discover Oslo’s islands on a 4-hour guided hop-on-hop-off tour. Visit ancient ruins, seaside villages, beaches, and sea cliffs for an authentic fjord experience.

★ 4.7

“Nice guided tour through the bigger Oslos isle, just moderate phase , easy to follow the guid. Also got the opportunity to take a swim from one of the island. Recommend to take the tour if you want to experience more than just street/city of…”

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12.Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour

Discover Oslo's top sights on this 2-hour guided walking tour, exploring landmarks like the Royal Palace, Oslo Cathedral, and waterfront, with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Judit is a wonderful tour guide. We enjoyed the tour very much, but some of the guests were in a hurry and rushed us along. Judit tried hard to get them corraled.”

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13.Free City Walking Tour in Oslo

Discover Oslo’s highlights on this 1.5-hour free walking tour, featuring iconic landmarks, local stories, and stunning views—perfect for first-time visitors.

★ 5.0

“Yellena was an excellent guide...she was knowledgeable, fun and friendly. Thoroughly recommend this tour to people of all ages”

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14.Oslo: Private Walking Tour

Discover Oslo’s highlights on a private 2-hour walking tour. See the Royal Palace, Opera House, and more with knowledgeable guides for an authentic city experience.

★ 4.8

“Our walking tour of Oslo with Anya was excellent - she’s very friendly, warm, knowledgeable and provided a wonderful start to our stay in beautiful Oslo”

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15.The Essential Oslo Private Walking Tour

Discover Oslo's top sights on a 3-hour private walking tour. Enjoy expert guides, stunning views, and insider tips for the best local experiences.

★ 5.0

“I appreciate that Tatiana set mild pace while we explored Oslo. While touring we like to learn about the culture of the city we are visiting. Our guide did a great job of sharing history and culture.”

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More Oslo Walking Tours

5.0Oslo: City Walking Tour with Passionate Independent Guide135 minutes - 3.5 hours$60 4.7Oslo: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide2 - 8 hours$64 4.8Oslo: City Center Walking Tour1.8 hours$22 4.1Oslo: Food Tasting and Walking Tour with a Local3.5 hours$141 4.5Oslo Highlights. Best Private Walking Tour of Oslo with a Local Guide.4 hours (approx.)$337.91 4.5Oslo : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour )2 to 8 hours (approx.)$62.75 4.9Oslo: Private City Center Highlights Guided Walking Tour3 hours$346 5.03 Hours Walking Tour for Great Food in Oslo3 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$164.67 4.52-Hour Essential Oslo in the City Center Guided Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$32.53 4.5Oslofjord Island Hopping Tour4 hours (approx.)$59.03 4.6Oslo: 3-hour Private Walking Tour of Bohemian Grünerløkka3 hours$461 4.8Oslo: Hovedøya and Nakholmen Island Hopping Tour4 hours$64 5.0Myths and Legends: An Oslo Walking Discovery2 hours (approx.)$42.98 4.7Myth and Legends Oslo Walking Tour2 hours$304 5.0Oslo: 3-hour Highlights & Vigeland Park Private Walking Tour3 hours$518 5.0Oslo City Private Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$239.46 4.9Oslo Walk:City Highlights & Hidden Gems_Private Walking Tour2 - 3 hours$67 4.3Oslo Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP3 hours$15 4.7Oslo Unveiled: Private Walking Tour3 hours$272 4.7Oslo : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide3 hours$65 4.5Oslo & Vigeland Park Private Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$278.71 4.5Oslo Highlights Private Walking Tour$374.81 5.0Hipstoric Grünerløkka Private Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$237.12 3.0Oslo: 2-hour Christmas Private Walking Tour2 hours$487

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