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Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Oslo, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Oslo.

Destination

Oslo, Norway

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Polski, Русский, Latviešu, Norsk, Deutsch, Español, Français, Nederlands, Português

Included

• Private Guide
• 1 Local Snack or Drink
• 5 Hour Tour
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of Kaffe & Krem AS Egertorget - Oslo to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. City Highlights

   See Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and more must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect overview to what makes Oslo so special

4. Hidden Gems

   long the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists get to experience

5. Special Treat

   Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

6. More Things to See

   With more time, you’ll have the chance to enter some of the landmarks and attractions your host has planned for you. Get in touch with the host of your choice to hear more about their plan

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Matthew🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

20 August 2025

Tanya was very knowledgeable and personable. She showed us not only the ‘tourist’ sights but also introduced us to local hangouts. She accommodated us with options and adjusted the pace to fit our energy level. Thanks Tanya! 5 hr walking tour of Oslo

Daniel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

22 July 2025

Very accommodating and super friendly. He made our experience in Norway so much better. Thank Ihor for such a great experience!!! Highly recommend! Best guide in Oslo.

Olive🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

7 July 2025

Tanya did a wonderful job showing us off the beaten track sights. The itinerary was customized to our whims. It was a delightful experience. Our way tour of Oslo

Rex🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

1 July 2025

Had a really nice time with Igor. He showed me so much of Oslo I would have never known about. Really grateful to have had a private tour with someone so knowledgeable about the city. Great tour with Ihor!

Rivi🇮🇱 Israel

(About local Tanya Lisa )

29 June 2025

Tanya came not prepared . She made an real effort but the whole experience was disappointing. We approached your company expecting you to have a better screening process. disappointment

Alice🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

12 June 2025

Tanya is a top-notch guide. She knows so much about Oslo and is willing to adjust the pace and focus to accommodate her guests. We saw quite a bit in five hours and returned to our ship energized about what we had seen and done.A Guide Par Excellence

Sadeev I🇮🇳 India

(About local Karlis)

5 March 2025

Enjoyed our entire tour with Karlis ... A real deep dive into the by lanes of Oslo included . Than youHad a great time

Abdulla

(About local Karlis)

13 September 2024

Had one of the best tours ever, Carlos was very informative and had a deep understanding of the history of Norway. Highly recommended, you will never regret booking with him, Definitely 10/10.Amazing Tour

gareth

(About local Rodrigo)

11 September 2024

we had a great time learning from an educated man about the lovely City of Oslo - he took it at our pace and we saw everything we wanted to- it helped that the weather was so perfect- but all 4 of us chatted to Rodrygo and everyone of us were impressed with the experience great info

Janelle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Karlis)

6 July 2024

Karlis was a fantastic host and tour guide! He was knowledgeable, engaging and relaxed. We could not have asked for a better day! Thank you!Great day around Oslo!

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Rodrigo)

17 June 2024

We have traveled all over the world and think Rodrigo was one of the best tourguides ever! He not only knew the most important information to share, but provided the best organized tour for the 6 of us. It was a perfect day in Oslo and we are grateful to Rodrigo for showing us the city.Rodrigo is the BEST

Danielle

(About local Tanya Lisa )

27 August 2025

I spent the most wonderful morning yesterday with Tanya Lisa .. not only is she extremely knowledgeable about everything Oslo, but she is also just an amazing person!! So hospitable and kind!!!Tanya Lisa is ANAZING!!!

Kerstin

(About local Tanya Lisa )

26 August 2025

Everything was as expected. But not only. Tanya Lisa gave us a warm welcome to Oslo and a great overview of history and the new town. So many information although she had an accident the day before. A great Thank you to her and our best wishes to get well. It's very good we had the tour with her!Highly recommended

Ellen🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Ihor)

25 August 2025

This was a lovely trip, you feel like you are in the middle of nature, although you're only minutes away from the city center. Ihor was very friendly and had a lot of knowledge about the city and the islands.Wonderfull!

John🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

21 August 2025

Loved my tour with Tanya. She was knowledgable, friendly, and had connections with locations that weren’t typical for standard tourist request. I would highly recommend booking a food tour with Tanya of Oslo.Great Oslo tour with Tanya

David and Susan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Karlis)

20 August 2025

Karlis is great.  He was very informative and customized the tour on the spot to meet our needs We highly recommend him!   10 Hearts Susan and David, Boston,USAKarlis Oslo Tour

Neil🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Rodrigo)

14 August 2025

Rodrigo was a fantastic tour guide I would highly recommend. 10/10

Jill

(About local Tanya Lisa )

12 August 2025

As a solo traveler new to Norway, I was searching for a guide who could truly unlock the magic and mysteries of this beautiful country. Tanya Lisa exceeded my expectations on all fronts. Tanya's love and passion for Norway are obvious within five minutes of meeting her. She doesn't just offer tours; she carefully curates experiences that perfectly blend a visitor's interests with her extensive knowledge of Norway's rich history and culture. Her conscientious approach ensures that each tour is unique and meaningful. I was particularly interested in Norwegian cuisine, and Tanya arranged an incredible food tasting tour. We visited six establishments that beautifully showcased the evolution of Nordic food, all the way from the Viking age to the present day. Her ability to tailor such a specific and fascinating experience made my trip truly unforgettable. I highly recommend Tanya Lisa to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated guide.An unforgettable experience

Monica

(About local Tanya Lisa )

12 August 2025

Tanya-Lisa took us to places that we might never have discovered on our own...she was fun and full of local knowledge...Thanks so much!!!Tanya-Lisa was great!!

Dieter

(About local Ihor)

7 August 2025

Ihor was very friendly, competent and well prepared and gave us a lot of historical and architectural inputs. We received a comprehensive and insightful overview of Oslo. In summary, we booked 3h, which did not feel like 3h and we saw different parts of Oslo. We definitely can recommend Ihor!Very friendly and interesting guided tour

cecile

(About local Ihor)

7 August 2025

We had a fantastic tour of Oslo with our guide Ihor, who was incredibly knowledgeable about the city's rich history. The tour seamlessly blended the old and the new, from fascinating historical insights to a walk through the modern part of town with its stunning architecture. One unexpected highlight was the recommendation to try a local cinnamon ball, a delicious touch that made the experience even more memorable. Highly recommended!Great city tour

Gordon🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

6 August 2025

Ihor was very knowledgeable, informative, funny, and flexible to focus on our interests. Very easy to talk to.

Chris🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Ihor)

3 August 2025

We spent a lovely three hours with Ihor. We learnt lots about Oslo and its people. Some great tips afterwards for the afternoon. Thank you very much. Highly recommended to experience Oslo.

Roy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

1 August 2025

We had a walking food tour with Igor. He had a good knowledge of the city and it’s history. He is also well versed in Oslo’s diverse food culture. Our native language is English and he was well spoken. We enjoyed our time with him.Good Experience

Corin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

29 July 2025

Our tour guide, Tanya Lisa, delivered some of the most quotable lines of our Scandinavian adventure. “What does it cost to live here?” “What do you think?” 🫥 “Where do you recommend buying a Norwegian sweater?” “Norway.” “We’re doing a sailing tour later.” “That’s not really sailing.” Tanya Lisa seemed to us to have what we’ve learned is a typical Norwegian social attitude, which is straightforward and occasionally harsh. I think our conversations just sort of crossed paths in the same directions without quite meeting at a point of really understanding. The variety of food was more or less what we imagined. The first stop was very traditional and memorable. At the last one, her coupons didn’t cover the four cappuccinos she had offered, so we got two cappuccinos and two coffees. We won’t ever forget this tour, but we also wouldn’t recommend it strongly.Real food, real blunt

Janet

(About local Ihor)

29 July 2025

Ihor was a delight and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him if you are interested in the history and/or geology of the Oslo fjords.Outstanding Tour of the Oslo Fjords.

David🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

24 July 2025

We arrived to Oslo on a cruise ship but we wanted a smaller private tour of the city. She met us near the ship and did not disappoint. Went spent three hours with her and during that time were walked to three areas of the city. She helped us understand history and the current conditions. She gave us good pointers so that when we went back to points of interest that we made the most of the time we had in the city. She was knowledge and pleasant. We had a good tour and it fulfilled our expectations. It was nice to step away from the crowds of the cruise ship and do something at own on pace that focused on our interest. Great introduction to Oslo

Charles🇺🇸 United States

(About local Karlis)

21 July 2025

We enjoyed our time with Karlis. He customized our tour to exactly what we wanted: a look at the major “must see’s” of Oslo combined with a stroll through the older less touristy areas where we experienced the local culture close up. We even hit a flea market and a unique little waffle house. Great walking tour of Oslo!

Randy

(About local Tanya Lisa )

17 July 2025

Tanya Lisa did a terrific job. We arrange a tour of Vigeland Park, and her knowledge and passion was apparent. The park is beautiful but can be overwhelming. It was great getting an overview of the park along with specific details regarding the various sculptures. If you want an in-depth tour of the park, Tanya Lisa is a terrific choice.Loved her knowledge and passion

Keri🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

17 July 2025

Ihor was great! He met us downtown at a local coffee house then took us on a very extensive walk for 2 hrs around town. We learned all about the history of Oslo and the relationship between Norway and its neighboring countries. We saw the parliament, the castle, the university and a number of other very interesting and historic buildings and areas. We also visited a shopping center and the oldest department store. We walked slowly, and Ihor was very accommodating and able to keep us moving forward but at a pace that worked perfectly for us. We recommend Ihor if you want a great historic or architectural tour of Oslo.So knowledgeable!

Lloyd🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

12 July 2025

Tanya explored areas that we hadn't seen on prior Oslo tours and really gave us a wonderful perspective of life and food in Oslo. The local spots and traditional Norwegian foods were exactly what we were hoping to explore. She is a native Norwegian so also shared many historical facts and her good conversation resulted in the time passing very quickly. In fact, Since she wanted us to see as much as possible, she volunteered to stay with us longer than planned.New Experiences in Oslo

Glen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Karlis)

7 July 2025

We can’t say enough good things about our time with Karlis. Our tour was well thought out, and he not only helped us to get a great picture of main sites to see, but hel also gave us a lot of insight into the culture of the beautiful city of Oslo. We definitely recommend doing this tour on your first day in Oslo because Karlis will fill you in with lots of things/ideas that you can then go and do on your own. He was also extremely thoughtful and gave us tickets to use the buses, boats and rails. He explained it to us, so it was super easy to navigate around the city on our own the next two days that we were there. Thank you!!! And 100% try the Skaagen!!! Karlis tour was EXCELLENT!

Suanne

(About local Rodrigo)

5 July 2025

Rodrigo was an excellent guide and offered much information on local points of interest. He took us to a wonderful little cafe and we enjoyed those local offerings. We had to cut our tour short because of changes in cruise ship schedule so we didn't get to try as many options as planned. Wonderful knowledgeable toue guide

Tina🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Ihor)

30 June 2025

Having worked in the travel industry, I've done thousands of walking tours, but I have to say that Ihor was fabulous and we all loved our time with him. Not only was he informative, but he was also kind, thoughtful, and interesting - plus he showed us things we'd never seen, and we had all been to Oslo many times over the past 20-30 years. He planned a route that was great for all 4 of us, including my 92-year old mother, and even my stepfather was impressed - and he's worked in travel since the 1970s! So well done! Thank you!! We all highly recommend him! Great guide and walking tour

Marcia🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

29 June 2025

Tanya Lisa has a decidedly local perspective on all things Norway and Oslo. We enjoyed a special hangout for a coffee where se shared local chocolate, brown cheese and bread. The decor was amazing, a quite place to reflect and view many photos of Oslo from years past. We shared two types of "hot dogs" on flat bread (?), gratefully *not* buns we'd seen elsewhere. We were also were taken to an exceptional fish and meat store on the waterfront. There the owner gave us several different slices of sausages and salmon to enjoy, describing each with the family care put into the preparation of each. A true delight of senses, both visual and taste. Tanya, was perhaps a bit too enthusiastic, walking and talking quickly, but then again she offered many times to slow, we just couldn't because we were very interested in everything she had to say about the local foods, history, and culture. Be prepared to walk 6+ miles with her, she's a real dynamo!Great day of tasting and learning

Stephen

(About local Rodrigo)

29 June 2025

Rodrigo was a friendly, easy-going guide. His in-depth knowledge of the history of the city and its architecture was a great starting point, but where he shone was walking us around some of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Oslo. He gave us plenty to continue to explore after our tour was over. Highly recommended!

Hedda🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Ihor)

28 June 2025

We had 2 great tours with Ihor. The city tour was informative and fascinating. He shared his knowledge of the tremendous urban planning in Oslo and had so many wonderful examples. He is easy going and it was a great way to spend the afternoon and learn about Oslo. The tour of the islands was lovely. His love for these islands and everything they have to offer was evident. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Oslo with Ihor

Gilbert🇱🇺 Luxembourg

(About local Ihor)

26 June 2025

Ihor gave us a wonderful tour of Oslo, tracing the city’s history, current development trends, and historical buildings. Our entire group appreciated his presentation. A big thank youOSLO old and new

Andrea🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ihor)

25 June 2025

Ihor was an exceptional guide for our city tour in Oslo! His passion for the city shone through as he introduced us to stunning architecture and shared fascinating historical insights. He was engaging, knowledgeable, and a true pleasure to spend time with. Highly recommend Ihor for an unforgettable Oslo experience!Oslo City Tour

Stephen🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tanya Lisa )

22 June 2025

Tanya Lisa was a great guide. Perfect way to get your bearings and work out your schedule. Restaurant tips were spot on too.Lovely stroll

Joyce🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

21 June 2025

Tanya was a knowledgable guide and a helpful person. We took the boat tour around the Fjord to understand the islands and the harbor but she was happy to discuss Norwegian culture and history in Oslo. We appreciated her understanding of Norway and her passion. Passionate guide who appreciates Oslo

Carolyn🇺🇸 United States

(About local Rodrigo)

21 June 2025

We enjoyed Rodrigo. We took the Oslo overview and hidden places. Enjoyed getting an overall look at Oslo, along with visiting some interesting but less-known neighborhoods, and trying the local cuisine. Rodrigo was well-informed and interesting and gave us some good tips for the rest of our times in Oslo.Great Guide

Ann

(About local Ihor)

20 June 2025

I thought reading it that this was to be more boating, less walking but it turned out to be a fun experience walking on the islands in Oslo fjord. Hour was prepared and knowledgeable and his personal experiences made the history more interesting! His interest in geology also helped. A very interesting guide!Walking tour of islands

Mike🇳🇴 Norway

(About local Tanya Lisa )

20 June 2025

Tanya Lisa is a very nice person, but I think she could improve as a guide in a number of ways. Felt like if I didn’t ask questions we didn’t get a lot of information and in fact over a three hour tour she was asking me what other questions I had more than a few times, so I felt like if I didn’t ask questions I’m not sure what we would learn. When I stopped asking questions she challenged me and said what other questions do I have. Was hoping for more of a guided tour teaching us about Oslo its history and landmarks. Would’ve liked a little more structure to the tour as we had not done a lot of research on Oslo and was hoping to spend the three hours to learn as much as we could. Felt like she was trying to adapt to what we wanted, and we were looking for somebody to lead the way. Very nice person but not the best tour

Sylvia

(About local Tanya Lisa )

16 June 2025

Amazing food tour with Tanya Lisa!!! She came to our hotel to get us and had a fantastic walk around Oslo, stopping at local food places. Our favorite was the local seafood store and got a taste of every Norwegian seafood and meats you can think off. The owner was a great story teller with a great sense of humor. Our second favorite was a stop at Salmon with a taste of the best salmon I’ve ever had and a history and information on salmon farming. So interesting!! Tanya Lisa didn’t mind that that our time ran over and walked us back to the hotel telling us about the city as we went along. Best tour!!Best Food Tour

Katharina🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Rodrigo)

15 June 2025

He was a very good guide, thank you, Rodrigo. He was a great guide

Nile🇶🇦 Qatar

(About local Ihor)

15 June 2025

We had a great time with Ihor! His passion for the old and new was apparent throughout the tour - full of factoids about the history, geography and geology of Oslo. Himself being a recent immigrant to Norway, his love for all things 'Oslo' was refreshing and informative.History, Geography and Geology!

Ken

(About local Ihor)

15 June 2025

We had a great walk with Ihor. He shared with us details of Oslo that we would not have known otherwise, like walking onto the roof of the Opera House and exploring areas reclaimed from the fjord.Very knowledgeable

Laurel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

8 June 2025

This tour is a very nice way to experience life like a local. As we learned during our time in Oslo, Norwegians love to be outdoors. We traveled with Tanya-Lisa for a few hours to 3 very different islands. Tanya-Lisa was a wonderful host, she explained a lot about each place, shared history with us and was even kind enough to provide Norwegian food for us to try. We enjoyed some hiking, beautiful views and the fresh, clean air of Oslo. If you enjoy nature and being outdoors this tour will not disappoint. Experience life like a Norwegian

Gena🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tanya Lisa )

6 June 2025

Based upon the other reviews, we think that maybe Tanya Lisa was having an off day. She was nice to meet up with us at our hotel, which saved us time in getting to the starting point. While she was good at pointing things out to us as we walked around, she didn’t have a plan for the tour and it seemed a bit haphazard. We’ve gone on several Withlocals walking tours and the best ones are those where we are shown the city and given some insight, history and background. Oslo Walking Tour