Panoramic City Highlights by Bus, Oslo
See Oslo's highlights, including the iconic Holmenkollen ski jump and Vigeland Sculpture Park, from the vantage of a bus.
Overview
Highlights
- Explore Vigelandsparken and admire over 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland
- Soak up views over Oslo from the historic Holmenkollbakken
- Enjoy insightful commentary while cruising past the city's cathedral and waterside fort
- Learn the rich historical heritage of Oslo from an informative guide
Know before you go
3h
All ages
Small group
What you'll do
Begin your Oslo adventure in the city center, where you'll meet your driver and guide. Then, board a bus for a three-hour sightseeing trip. Your first stop will be Vigelandsparken, a sculpture park featuring over 200 bronze and granite sculptures by renowned artist Gustav Vigeland. As you wander around, your guide will share insights into the significance of notable pieces like the towering 46-foot (14 m) "Monolith" and the striking statue of an "Angry Boy."
The journey continues to the iconic Holmenkollbakk, a landmark ski jump site offering epic views over Oslo. Here, you'll have some free time to explore the area and learn from your guide about the ski jump's historical importance, including its use in the 1952 Winter Olympics. Be sure to capture photos from the ski jump's panoramic viewpoint over Oslo.
Returning to the city center, you'll pass some of Oslo's historical highlights, including the 800-year-old Akershus Festning fortress, the Slottspark (Royal Palace Park), and the 17th-century Oslo Domkirke. As you cruise by, listen to your guide's fascinating commentary about each site's history and cultural importance. You'll hear intriguing legends about the Oslofjord and the architectural marvel of the Operahuset Oslo, home to the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet. The informative drive ends where it began, in central Oslo, where you'll say goodbye to your guide and driver.
Start times
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Daily10:00 am
What's included
- Coach bus
- Local guide
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