Our most recommended things to do in Holmenkollen

Oslo: Grand City Tour and Fjord Cruise

1. Oslo: Grand City Tour and Fjord Cruise

Explore all of Oslo's must-see attractions on a sightseeing bus and walking tour within the city center. Then, relax and enjoy the scenic views on a fjord cruise. Admire the main highlights of the city of Olso from the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. With your guide, learn about the history of Norway's capital and daily life. Travel to the stunning Holmenkollen Ski Jump and take in panoramic vistas above Oslo, then enjoy and guided walking tour through the unique Vigeland Sculpture Park - the world's largest sculpture park created by a single artist. Enhance your Oslo experience with a visit to the Norwegian Folk Museum* to see its outdoor collection of old Norwegian houses, including an iconic Stave Church, and learn about life in Norway in the past. Then visit the unique Fram Museum, where you will learn about famous Norwegian polar explorers and see the original polar ship "Fram", the strongest wooden ship that sailed farthest North and farthest South in the world during its expeditions. Conclude the tour with a relaxing cruise on the beautiful Oslo fjord, between picturesque islands dotted with cozy summer houses, and see Oslo from a different perspective.

Oslo: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour

2. Oslo: Panoramic Sightseeing Tour

Get an introduction to the highlights of Oslo on a 3-hour panoramic sightseeing tour that is ideal, even for those short of time. Follow your knowledgeable guide to major landmarks, including the Holmenkollen Ski Jump, where the 1952 Winter Olympics was hosted. Get a fascinating insight into Norway's skiing history and enjoy incredible views of the city along the way. Continue your tour by comfortable sightseeing bus to the unique Vigeland Sculpture Park, where you can take a walk through the world's largest sculpture park made by a single artist. Admire more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943), cast in bronze, granite and forged iron.

Oslo Discovery Tour

3. Oslo Discovery Tour

Meet your local guide and board a comfortable coach for your tour of discovery. Sit back and relax while you learn about the city's history and culture and admire the main sights: The Royal Palace, the City Hall, the Parliament building, the Old Town with Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, the new Munch Museum, the Cathedral, the National Museum, Aker Brygge, the Nobel Institute, Frogner Park. Continue to the exclusive residential and recreational Holmenkollen area, famous for the stunning Ski Jump, built on top of the hill, and for the panoramic vistas over the city and the fjord. Then, get in touch with the art of the most prolific Norwegian sculptor, Gustav Vigeland, as you stroll through its impressive Sculpture Park comprising more than 200 groups of sculptures cast in bronze or carved in granite. Conclude the tour by visiting two of the most popular museums in Oslo, beautifully located on the picturesque Bygdøy Peninsula. The Norwegian Folk Museum with its impressive outdoor collection of old Norwegian houses and a picture-perfect Stave Church will be visited in the summer. Then, visit the Fram Museum, where you will learn about the impressive Norwegian polar expeditions and see the strongest polar ship ever built, which sailed farthest North and farthest South than any other ship.

Oslo: City Highlights Guided Tour by Coach with Fjord Cruise

4. Oslo: City Highlights Guided Tour by Coach with Fjord Cruise

Start your tour with a panoramic sightseeing on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, and admire all the attractions that make Oslo a unique city. Continue to the stunning Holmenkollen ski jump for a bird's eye view above Oslo and beyond, and then, explore the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park and learn about the artist's life and his monumental work. All these with an authorized Oslo guide by your side, who can answer all your questions. In the afternoon, relax on a 2-hour cruise and experience the Norwegian capital from a different perspective. Take in charming views of idyllic bays and picturesque islands with fairytale-looking like cabins and get a feel of the people's life at these northern latitudes. Conclude your combo tour at the City Hall Pier from where you can continue to explore the city center at your own pace.

Oslo: Vettakollen Hike with Oslofjord View

5. Oslo: Vettakollen Hike with Oslofjord View

Our trip starts outside Oslo Visitor Centre located at the bustling Jernbanetorget. We will hop aboard the Frognerseteren metro line taking a scenic train ride with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. As you reach the Frognerseteren station, you will be greeted by breathtaking panoramic views. We will take a leisurely hike through the glorious green forest and along mysterious small lakes that are said to be inhabited by the mystical creature Huldra. After we wander over the picturesque Fuglemyrene we will reach DNT Fuglemyrhytta - a small cabin that offers a cozy spot to relax and take in the views. From there our adventure will continue through the forest to the most spectacular spot of our journey – the summit of Vettakollen mountain offering overwhelming views of the city and the Oslofjord. Take in the crisp fresh air and capture this moment with unforgettable photographs. Vettakollen peak provides the best view to the city. From here, you can feast your eyes on large parts of Oslo, the Oslo fjord, and its serene coastline, dotted with numerous small islands. After enjoying the view, we will stroll down to the metro station and finish our trip at Jernbanetorget. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a nature enthusiast looking to experience Oslo's beauty, the Vettakollen hike is a must-do experience. Join us on this unforgettable journey to the top of Oslo, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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What people are saying about Holmenkollen

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 1,095 reviews

You should take this hike! Our guide was top notch! Knowledgeable, courteous of our time commitments, was mindful of our needs, and very engaging. She took us on a medium difficulty hike through a winter wonderland. Luckily she brought extra ice cleats and walking sticks. I wouldn’t have made it without them. We lucked out with a sunny day after a snowy one so I got a lot of frame worthy photos. Was the highlight of my trip!

Our tour guide, Margrete, and coach driver, are awesome! Thank you for a great city tour! I learned a lot, better than roaming around myself without knowing the history, the stories, and the fantastic ride and views :) Happy Holidays :)

Very nice driver, excellent information all along the route through headphones in English and German, comfortable double-decker bus. The time spent at the ski jump and at the fabulous Vigeland park was just perfect!

Overall, it was superb. I loved the ski jump and Vigeland sculpture park. Anita was a very entertaining tour guide.

Only had a day in Oslo and this was the perfect tour for it.