Oslo City Walks - Historic River Walk
Overview
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2 hours
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Discover top attractions and hidden treasures along the Akerselva River on this 2-hour Oslo city walk. Wander along the banks of the Akerselva River and listen as a guide brings Oslo’s colorful history to life. Explore public parks and nature trails, and enjoy fine views over the river to the city’s old factory buildings — now vibrant public spaces.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Akerselva Miljopark
See the river that divides the city between east and west and hear about its history
Mathallen Oslo
This is a foodcourt in an old industrial building (and also the toilet stop along the way). It is the perfect place to taste some Norwegian specialties after your tour!
What‘s Included
Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Oslo City Walks - Historic River Walk
Reviews
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
E9061FTdanielb,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hello from Uruguay! We joined this tour as part of the Oslo Pass we purchased with my wife. The tour was great! We got to see the river and the waterfalls and it was just gorgeous. Erik was our guide and we absolutely loved him! He is very knowledgeable, super kind and open to answer all of our questions. Highly recommend this tour!
Nice way to get to know Oslo!
FNU N,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jans was fantastic! He was funny, attentive, and very knowledgeable. He also went above and beyond. Highly recommended!
Oslo through the eyes of a local
863ruperth,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite permanent rain and increasing darkness, Jens made an excellent job of the tour with rich information about life past and present in Oslo, as well as some gems that even locals are not familiar with. A perfect occasion to see the city through a different lens. Oslo through the eyes of a local
Great way to explore Oslo
martinsE2735LP,,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yannis, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He put all the walkers at ease and has a great sense of humour. His knowledge of the history and architecture of Osla was great and the walk enabled us to see parts of Oslo we would never have found. Would recommend, however be aware, for older walkers....there is quite a bit of up hill walking...
Discovering Oslo
466vilijaj,,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice! Great value for money! Nice discovery in Oslo . Allot off nature, culture and waterfalls. History off industry on Akerselva . Guide was good at his work and we enjoyed this tour.
Great tour!
draganap837,,Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rune is an amazing guide: interesting tours, clear communication, and an unforgettable experience – already on my second tour with Rune!
A beautiful city tour that feels like a peaceful journey through nature’s wonders
Tourist59029455043,,Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rune is an excellent guide! The tour is very interesting, and the guide spoke loudly and clearly enough, and everything he explained was very engaging. This is my second tour with the same guide, and I will definitely book a third one. Highly recommended!
A very nice walk along the river and learn about Oslo.
Bryan D,,May 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A short and very nice walk along the river while learning about Oslos industrial past and how the buildings have been transformed for today’s modern life.
Interesting river tour
GemZ77,,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having purchased Oslo passes we were delighted to discover that we could join the river tour for free. The guide was lovely and helpful, knowledgeable and passionate about her home city. This was an area of Oslo we hadn’t already ventured to and we really enjoyed learning about the factories and how the area has changed. Many thanks for a couple of hours well spent!
Great tour, not to be missed
karlgb87,,Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rune was great, very informative tour showing the sites of industrial Oslo during the late 1800s. A short twenty min break at the foodhall halfway through was a nice surprise
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