Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover Oslo at your own pace with our 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. With conveniently located stops across the city, you’re free to hop on and off whenever and wherever you choose. From the elegance of the Royal Palace to the striking exhibits at the MUNCH Museum and the open-air beauty of Vigeland Sculpture Park, there’s something to suit every interest. Along the way, enjoy pre-recorded audio commentary available in a variety of languages through the onboard seat modules. Prefer using your own device? Simply connect to our free Wi-Fi and stream the audio guide on your phone. You can bring your own headphones or use one of our recyclable headsets, compatible with both iPhone and Android. Getting started is easy - just exchange your voucher or digital ticket with City Sightseeing staff or the bus driver for your pass. Then sit back, relax, and experience Oslo. With comfortable buses and engaging commentary, it’s an ideal way to explore - so book your City Sightseeing ticket today!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise guests who are arriving into Oslo will be able to board the City Sightseeing Buses directly outside of the cruise terminal.
First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm. Tour duration: 90 minutes. Frequency: every 30 minutes. Timings are dependent on cruise arrival
Buses run in all weather, so dress accordingly
You will need to exchange your ticket for your hop-on hop-off ticket with the City Sightseeing staff or bus driver before or upon boarding the bus. Keep the ticket with you at all times
Please make sure you only board our official branded City Sightseeing buses
Audio Guide: The audio guide is available via in-seat modules or directly on your own device in several different languages. Please bring your own headset for the best experience. Turn on the location services from your provider, scan the QR code on the seat/ brochure and press play to start. If needed, headsets with jack sticks and adapters for iPhone and Android are available to borrow - please return them for recycling
Accessibility: We aim to make our tour accessible to all. For guests requiring assistance, we offer storage for collapsible wheelchairs. Subject to space and availability. Please note that a ramp or single step may be needed to board the bus, and several steps are required to access the upper deck. We also accommodate strollers, with designated storage space, ensuring families with young children can navigate the city with ease
Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour
You can start your tour at any of the stops. For guests arriving via cruise ship, please note that City Sightseeing Oslo serves cruise guests arriving at the city's different ports; for Filipstad and Oslo Cruise Terminal our iconic red buses await our guests on the pier right at docking. For Revierkaia/ Langkaia passengers meet our staff on the pier and the buses stop around the corner next to the SALT Sauna and Culture Scene.
With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
Season: This tour is seasonal and typically operates between June - October, dates vary each year
Dates with Potential Disruptions: 24th - 25th April, 1st May, 17th May, 19th - 27th June, 12th September. Throughout 2026: Possible major roadworks or infrastructure works in Oslo city centre and ring roads
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Departure from stop 1 (National Theatre) at 10am. Last tour at 4pm. Frequency every 30 minutes. Times subject to change at any time, check locally for latest timetable.
The National Theatre / The Royal Palace / Karl Johans Gate
Vigeland Sculpture Park and Oslo Museum
Norwegian Museum of Cultural History
Kon-Tiki Museum/ FRAM/ Norwegian Maritime Museum
Norwegian Museum - Cultural History
6A - Color Line Terminal Hjortnes
6B - Filipstad Cruise Terminal CREATE
Tjuvholmen (Alternative Stop)
Oslo Cruise Terminal
DFDS Ferry Terminal
Langkaia
Opera House/ MUNCH Museum
The National Theatre/ The Royal Palace/ Karl Johans Gate
Options
Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Borrowable headsets with jack sticks and adapters for iPhone and Android
Audio guide available on your own device or via in-seat modules
Discounts on selected attractions and entries
24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
Stops near the major sights
Free Wi-Fi onboard the buses
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entry to attractions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
125 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
More clear info required
colleenk134,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00While the route was fine, there was no dedicated line to exchange our voucher for ticket at port so we got stuck behind groups buying tickets- despite asking several hop on employees. On the bus, there was no info as to which channel for which language, and it was not the same on different busses. On one, we found English on channel 2; the next bus, it was ch 3. At minimum, there should be a list by the driver. One bus had the wifi info posted; another did not, so we had to ask the driver when he stopped. Otherwise it was ok
good trip
number3,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00this hop on hop off was very well run and they did not overcrowd the buses. this was what I expected
There were not very many...
Teresa B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00There were not very many busses running as it was a national holiday and traffic was busy so instead of being a 1.5 hour full loop it was over two hours. Time spent waiting at various spots instead of picking up passengers and moving on definitely cut into our ability to do more activities.
No performance – no money back
F6021NEtobiasb,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Unfortunately very disappointing. The booked service was not provided (buses were crowded, ride not possible). Despite the promise, I have not received a refund to date. Customer service has stopped responding. No recommendation.
Disaster
larssq,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Total disaster. Only after 15 minutes did the sound begin. The sound did not work in all places and in different places it was different languages that worked. Sound out of step with the ride. Factual errors in the presentation and referred to statistics from 1018 and 2019. it looks like many stops but several of them are double stops within 5 minutes, some peak is only for boat travelers so that if you step on in the city it is about 5-6 real stops.
Excellent company and its drivers too.
996delias,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well informed about all kinds of stops, schedules, and places to enjoy all Oslo. Very punctual in their schedules and driver Jose, an excellent driver and guide, helped me and my family know how and where we can go, very friendly! The route they do includes almost all the important sites of Oslo
Oslo
Jose C,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Very good. Bus stops in or near major attractions, stops are well identified and audio explanations are clear and comprehensive.
Not worth the money!
Lisa H,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The audio was not continuous with large gaps of no commentary. The second level plastic curtain was hooked by the trees and kept ripping away from the supports and created issues and was dangerous. We were never told what channel to use and luckily another customer informed us. With the rain, you couldn’t see out the windows (no wiper blades). The salesman was friendly but didn’t feel the trip was worth the money
Not recommended…
Terence R,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00My wife and I have travelled extensively. We have used The recommendation of Viator for different tours, etc. Based on the Viator website we booked the Hop-on, Hop-off bus in Oslo. The bus was constantly late and unreliable from the schedules listed. Frequently the bus commentary failed to work. The whole experience was a disaster. I would definitely suggest using the alternate Hop-on, Hop-off bus company. I wish I had.
No recommendation to visit - very poor value for money
Reisenette,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Unfortunately, this tour did not meet our expectations. From 90 min bus tour was declared at most 30 min. The rest of the time it was quiet. The tour also deviated significantly from the schedule. Only the ugly big cruise stops were approached precisely. For example, the Munch Museum was not mentioned at all. I miss more information about Parliament, the embassies, the history of Norway and basically more country-specific features. There was no music from Ibsen, nor information about Munch or Nobel. All in all, the worst hop on hop off tour we've ever undertaken
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