Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems, Oslo

4.5 (16 reviews)
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Larry
Larry F.
Jul 20, 2024
A great introduction to Oslo. We did this on our first afternoon in the City.
Jennifer
Jennifer Y.
Jun 17, 2024
Stig was so fun! We found that we had a lot of interests in common, so it was really great to hear his insights on food,... Read more
Steve
Steve P.
Jan 13, 2024
Our guide Stig was amazing. He shared local and personal stories, history, insights. We toured on one of the coldest days in Oslo in 30 years.... Read more
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Nathan H.
Dec 09, 2023
Stig was an awesome tour guide with so much knowledge of Oslo and Norway as a whole. He has been around the world and you can... Read more
Maurice
Maurice R.
Sep 20, 2023
Stieg made it all so very good. Like the other guide in Bergen, he adapted his idea of a walking tour to our age and walking... Read more
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Overview

Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a city of endless possibilities. Located between the water and evergreen forests, it takes a mere 30 minutes to travel from one end to the other by metro. It's a metropolis known for its rich history and museums, some of which celebrate the macabre works of the Norwegian expressionist painter Edvard Munch. Others recount fascinating maritime history in the form of stunning ships of the Viking Era, while still others celebrate music and even ski history. 

This tour allows visitors to discover the above-mentioned sites and the real Oslo in the most authentic manner possible: with the help of a local expert guide. They will tailor the experience to your preferences, or you can defer to their expertise as they lead you around the city on an impromptu adventure. This includes strolling the cobbled streets of Damstredet, in central Oslo, which is lined with well-preserved wooden houses dating back to the late 1700s/early 1800s. A walk along the Akerselva River should not be missed either, as it's an iconic landmark in the city. 

Then, should you choose, you can visit Grünerløkka, a bohemian enclave that abounds with street art, funky cafes (which offer some of the best coffee in the world), dance clubs, and independent fashion boutiques. This is also the location of the Mathallen Food Hall, where you can savor the flavors of Norway and abroad at its more than 30 eateries. Here you'll find everything from paella and Southeast Asian street food to Norwegian cheeses and cured meats.

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Local Insights

The tours provided a local perspective on Oslo, with insights into food, music, and personal stories that added depth to the historical narrative. (5 mentions)

“He shared local and personal stories, history, insights.” — Steve P.
Walking Experience

Walking tours are appreciated for covering significant parts of the city, with some reviews mentioning enjoyable stops like coffee shops, although a few wished for more stops. (5 mentions)

“He went out of the way to go beyond his time with us.” — Bruce S.
Guide Stig

Stig is frequently mentioned as an exceptional guide who shared local stories, history, and personal insights. He adapted to the group's interests and even brought hand and foot warmers on a very cold day. (5 mentions)

“Stig was so fun!” — Jennifer Y.
Knowledgeable Guides

Several reviews praise the guides for their extensive knowledge of Oslo's history, architecture, and culture, enhancing the experience beyond what one would get from a guidebook. (4 mentions)

“Stig was an awesome tour guide with so much knowledge of Oslo and Norway as a whole.” — Nathan H.

Traveler reviews

16 total ratings, 13 with reviews
4.5
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Quality of Experience
4.3
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.5
Transport
4.3
Larry
Larry F.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2024
A great introduction to Oslo. We did this on our first afternoon in the City. Read more

A great introduction to Oslo. We did this on our first afternoon in the City.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Would recommend Stig to anyone. He is local to Oslo and loves the City.
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Sonia M.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2024
Maybe our guide was having a bad day. There were some slivers of humor and some information. But, generally he seemed uninterested and just walked us past stuff with minimal information. We even asked him questions and told him what we would like from him. But, no luck. Such a shame Read more

Maybe our guide was having a bad day. There were some slivers of humor and some information. But, generally he seemed uninterested and just walked us past stuff with minimal information. We even asked him questions and told him what we would like from him. But, no luck. Such a shame

Tips for future travelers

Don’t do this through KimKim. Take a free walking tour instead

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Cristina
Cristina C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jul 08, 2024
Our guide was the worst. Please do not hire him again.
1- did not introduce himself
2- did not ask about our name
3- did not show us any map
4- we did not know where we were going
5- did not build a stop in a 4 hours walk
6- we got exhausted and did not learn a thing
7- he had a monotone voice when he spoke Read more

Our guide was the worst. Please do not hire him again.
1- did not introduce himself
2- did not ask about our name
3- did not show us any map
4- we did not know where we were going
5- did not build a stop in a 4 hours walk
6- we got exhausted and did not learn a thing
7- he had a monotone voice when he spoke

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Jennifer
Jennifer Y.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
Stig was so fun! We found that we had a lot of interests in common, so it was really great to hear his insights on food, music and architecture, along with all the historical aspects of Oslo that we wouldn't have known just from reading and walking by ourselves. Read more

Stig was so fun! We found that we had a lot of interests in common, so it was really great to hear his insights on food, music and architecture, along with all the historical aspects of Oslo that we wouldn't have known just from reading and walking by ourselves.

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Steve
Steve P.
San Fernando, CA | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2024
Our guide Stig was amazing. He shared local and personal stories, history, insights. We toured on one of the coldest days in Oslo in 30 years. Stig brought hand and foot warmers for us and kept us moving so we could get warm! Read more

Our guide Stig was amazing. He shared local and personal stories, history, insights. We toured on one of the coldest days in Oslo in 30 years. Stig brought hand and foot warmers for us and kept us moving so we could get warm!

Tips for future travelers

Great way to get a sense of the city.

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Nathan H.
Lincolnton, GA | Reviewed on Dec 09, 2023
Stig was an awesome tour guide with so much knowledge of Oslo and Norway as a whole. He has been around the world and you can easily see his passion for history, art, and people. Read more

Stig was an awesome tour guide with so much knowledge of Oslo and Norway as a whole. He has been around the world and you can easily see his passion for history, art, and people.

Tips for future travelers

This experience is a great way to break the ice with a local and better get an idea of what you might want to do while in Oslo. It is a quick 3 hours and the city of Oslo is relaxing and very pleasant to walk through

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Maurice
Maurice R.
Saint Cloud, MN | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2023
Stieg made it all so very good. Like the other guide in Bergen, he adapted his idea of a walking tour to our age and walking abilities. Read more

Stieg made it all so very good. Like the other guide in Bergen, he adapted his idea of a walking tour to our age and walking abilities.

Tips for future travelers

No.

Quality of Experience
Read and look at our daily texts and pictures
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledge. Humor. Insights. Adaptable.
Transport
Just walking -
Bruce
Bruce S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2023
Stig was fantastic. He fit our walk into our interest and covered a lot of the city. He went out of the way to go beyond his time with us . We appreciated his history knowledge Read more

Stig was fantastic. He fit our walk into our interest and covered a lot of the city. He went out of the way to go beyond his time with us . We appreciated his history knowledge

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Meredith
Meredith L.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2023
Tour guide was great - we had a nice 5 mile walk around the city and learned more than we would have on our own with a guidebook. Read more

Tour guide was great - we had a nice 5 mile walk around the city and learned more than we would have on our own with a guidebook.

Tips for future travelers

Well worth it if you want a bit of history of the city tied in.

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Met us in the lobby
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Neal S.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 07, 2023
You can’t really beat a 3 hr walk with a local. Read more

You can’t really beat a 3 hr walk with a local.

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