Tipps for your stay in Oslo

Color Line offers an attractive city tour for the four-hour stay in Oslo. Comfortable buses travel daily to the highlights of the Norwegian capital. Hotel guests staying in the city center are then taken to their hotel.

• 01.01. - 31.12.2024
• 3 hours
• Bus trip with German-speaking tour guide
• Access to various sights with disembarkation
• Entrance fees included
• Can be booked online in the "Additional services on land" step
• Important: Please be at the exit on deck 7 15 minutes before mooring in Oslo.

Oslo City Hall is a historic building built in 1909. Its architectural features make it one of the most impressive and distinctive buildings in the city. The Nobel Prize ceremony takes place every year in the great hall. The building also contains some of Norway's most remarkable works of art, including paintings and sculptures by famous artists such as Edward Munch. The colorful wall reliefs are particularly beautiful.

How about a walk to Akershus Fortress? This old fortress is an important historical building that has played a central role in the defense of Norway, especially since the Middle Ages. The park surrounding the fortress is beautiful and offers great views of the Norwegian capital, the Oslofjord and the surrounding mountains. In addition, there are a few restaurants and cafes nearby where you can grab a bite to eat or a drink after your walk.

The Kon-Tiki Museum in Oslo is one of Norway's most popular tourist attractions. It was founded in 1949 and houses an impressive collection of items collected by the Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl. In the museum, visitors can explore the replica of the Kon-Tiki raft that Heyerdahl used for his famous voyage to the Pacific in 1947. Visitors can also learn more about Heyerdahl's discoveries and expeditions, such as his research on the Polynesian explorer Patea. A visit to the Kon-Tiki Museum is a unique and fascinating experience that should not be missed.

The Fram Museum in Oslo is a remarkable museum that contains a unique collection of exhibits from polar explorations. It was built around the largest and heaviest wooden ship ever built, the "Fram", which translates to "Forward" in English. The exhibitions offer an unprecedented insight into the history of Norwegian polar exploration and the adventures of famous polar explorers such as Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen. The museum consists of interactive galleries that display a variety of exhibits from different eras of polar exploration, including maps, photographs, scientific instruments and equipment that supported the voyages of discovery. There are also a number of events and lectures that take place on some weekends.

A visit to the new Munch Museum in Oslo is worthwhile because it is one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of works by the famous Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. The collection includes over 28,000 paintings, prints, sculptures, drawings and other works that provide a unique insight into the artist's creative diversity. With the new museum, visitors can explore the works in a modern and interactive context and also gain a deeper understanding of the psychological and philosophical themes in Munch's work.

Experience Norway’s exiting history from the early 1500s to the modern day. Daily exhibits in the exhibit hall or in in the open-air museum. PS. did you know that the folk museum is the world’s oldest open air museum? The open-air museum features exhibits from different regions and different eras in history. It consists of more than 150 buildings, most on them open to the public. The folk museum is easy to reach by bus to Bygdøy from the city center.

Oslo offers you a shopping experience in all price ranges. From exclusive brands to great bargains. Why not venture out to Grünerløkka or Bogstadveien where you can find that one of a kind item. Are you looking for something traditional? You will find most of the craft stores with knit sweaters souvenirs etc. near Aker Brygge and the city hall.

See the works of Gustav Vigeland in the unique sculpture park. The park boasts over 150 sculptures including the famous "angry boy" and the monolith. The park is also a popular place for the locals to hang out. Entrance to the park is free.

Experience breath taking performances in the home of the national opera and ballet in Norway. The opera house is famous for its unique architecture that makes the building look as if it were rising out from the Oslo Fjord. The marble building is also build on an angle so you can walk on the roof. The opera house is situated right next to the central train station.