Oslo Beer and Culture Walk
Overview
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3 hours
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Taste the Spirit of Norway – One Story at a Time
Join a flavour-packed journey through Oslo’s vibrant past and present, where each stop pours out a piece of Norwegian heritage. From explorer-haunted taverns to hidden local pubs and buzzing beer havens, this walking tour pairs authentic tastes with rich tales—served by a guide who brings the city’s soul to life. Come curious. Leave spirited.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Norwegian licensing laws require every participant to be at least 20 years old and able to present a valid ID on request.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Dinner
5 beer samples; akevitt
Gratuities
What To Expect
Nobel Peace Center
Your guide greets the group outside the Nobel Peace Centre before leading you towards the waterfront. There, you step into a storied tavern whose walls once echoed with the plans of polar icons such as Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen. Surrounded by maritime memorabilia, you raise a modest pour of akevitt—Norway’s herb-infused national spirit—and learn how it fuelled countless Arctic expeditions.
Karl Johans Gate
A gentle walk winds through the civic heart of Oslo to a time-honoured local pub loved by generations of residents. Settle in for a traditional Skagen sandwich (open-faced sandwich) of seasonal Norwegian ingredients; if seafood is not your preference, your guide will arrange an equally enjoyable alternative. The meal is paired with a typical Norwegian draught beer.
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2024
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Food and Beer tour.
Brenda B,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Shaf was an awesome guide - extremely knowledgeable about Oslo, Norway, food, akvavit, and beer. We had a great time and learned a lot about Norwegian history and culture.
Great Experience for Beer Lovers & Those Not Certain They Like Beer!
Bart E,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was an excellent leader on our adventures around Oslo! He shared the history of the buildings we passed, as well as some of the history of the City and the different foods we ate. He was very knowledgeable about beer as well, and although I am not particularly fond of beer, I enjoyed EVERY sip of the beverages chosen to suit us! This was a fabulous tour!! (forgive my memory but I believe our Guide was "Shem" or something close to that - apologies for any errors)
Great trip through the city with fantastic beers
Peter H,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00We went to 3 unique places and all of them different in their own way and brought a special view of Oslo. We had 5 total people on the tour which was fantastic and made it easy to ask questions and feel included. The first pub we had a sandwich as mentioned, which is a full meal and a great way to start. The final bar, Roor, we were greeted by one of the owners who talked us through the 4 very different beers we were trying and explained in detail why they were selected and why they were unique to Norway. I've been on other tours in other countries and typically you try pilsners and lagers, but here we had sours, stouts, and everything else along with explanations of how they came about in Norway and it was fantastic. Highly recommend if looking for good places to drink around Oslo.
A can’t miss experience!
Sean R,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had such a great time. Ivan was a wonderful guide, and each place he took us to was unique and special. What was the most remarkable was the beer sampling we did at Roor. We sampled 4 different Norwegian beers as the co-owner of Roor gave us in depth explanations of the beers ingredients and brewing process. This was by far the best and most in-depth beer tasting I have ever done!
The whole family loved...
David V,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00The whole family loved this tour. Shaf was very knowledgeable about Oslo’s and the greater Scandinavian history, and of course knew his beer! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to explore the beer scene in Oslo or those who just want to enjoy a fantastic evening.
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