Private Tour
Jewish Heritage Tour in Oslo
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The history of Jews in Oslo and Norway is brief and distinctive. This tour is also unusual as it covers most of the history on one street. We will begin in front of the location where the first Jewish family settled in Oslo and continue up the city's main street Karl Johan. The street was always bustling with activity, and it's no surprise that Jewish businessmen also opened stores there. Monuments, the Parliament building, and even the city's main church all have some connection to Jewish history. Imagine that even the Royal family has something in common with a Jewish boy from Tunisia. The tour is accompanied by many visual materials and stories from Oslo's Jewish community. Tour ends by the synagogue. Unfortunately It is not always possible to visit it. The walk from the Palace to the synagogue can be challenging. No worries, there is a possibility to take a bus (tickets are not included).
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Introduction for the tour and telling about first Jewish family settled in Oslo as well showing the actual location for their property.
Stortorvet
Oslo Cathedral, Chistian IV monument
What‘s Included
There are no extra costs or fees during the tour.
Options
Jewish Heritage Tour in Oslo
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family Oriented Jewish Heritage Tour
O4542NGmorganh,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I had a wonderful experience with Rami while we were in Oslo over the holidays. He was very flexible on scheduling a tour and he did a wonderful job adjusting it to my families needs. I am grateful for everything he shared and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Oslo and interested in our Jewish heritage related to the city.
Rami’s tour was...
Hilary F,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rami’s tour was comprehensive and informative. He shared his knowledge of Norwegian history to provide context for the experience of the Jewish people in the past and present. He is responsive to questions and is an engaging tour guide.
Outstanding Tour of Jewish Oslo!
michelewG3756MW,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible experience with Rami on our tour of Jewish Oslo. He has incredible knowledge of the history and politics of the country and Oslo in particular. He is a warm, funny, personable guide who will make your day in Oslo unforgettable. We would not hesitate to recommend Rami as your tour guide! And don’t forget to pick up his book at the Jewish museum!
judyazoff,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a spectacular afternoon with Rami!! He helped us locate family history at the Jewish museum and even found street memorials for our family lost in the Holocaust He explained the history and also current affairs and gave us an excellent understanding of life in Norway If you are interested in a Jewish history tour or a general tour of Oslo there is no better guide than Rami K,
A wonderful day in Oslo!
Q5764CGkaras,Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Rami! He customized our tour to fit our needs and interests and gave such a nicely balanced history of Norway for our first visit. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone interested!
We had a wonderful tour...
Kara S,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Rami! He customized our tour to fit our needs and interests and gave such a nicely balanced history of Norway for our first visit. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone interested!
Oslo Photo Tour by Rami - Highly Recommended
Davidstaycation,May 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Oslo Photo Tour I had the chance to have a photo tour during my visit here in Oslo. Rami is a very knowledgeable guide and not only that he knows interesting, non-touristy spots, but he also knew a lot about photography techniques. I am so glad to have this photo walk because I could learn a few things about Oslo (culture, history) and also photography (composition). Highly recommended for those who’d like to experience Oslo in an interesting way.
DO NOT MISS this powerful tour!
Martha S,Sep 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00On a recent trip to Oslo, I was supremely fortunate to have a private tour with Rami Kafarov. He brought the Jewish history of Norway to vivid life in an understated, superbly prepared and organized way. He is a polymath, multilingual, multitalented, and deeply conversant with the country's Jewish history. Do not miss this tour. It will move you deeply. Also, he is shy about the brief but phenomenal photo-book he created--ask him about it and buy one for all your friends! He has juxtaposed current Oslo and historic pictures of Jewish life in an uncanny and powerful way.
Best historical tour of Jewish experience in Norway!
Robin S,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Rami is an amazing guide. He is informative and personable. Rami gave us extensive insight into the history of the small Jewish population os Norway through WWII. Highly recommended this tour!
Highly recommended!
Robin9620,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rami was amazing and personable. He was informative and answered all our questions. Rami gave us a detailed narrative of Jewish life before and during WWII. We cannot recommend this tour more!
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