Popular places to visit
Aker Brygge
This disused wharf has been transformed into a lively promenade filled with shops, restaurants and bars.
Oslo Opera House
Stunning architecture and superb performances make this cultural powerhouse an unmissable part of your Oslo adventure.
Karl Johan Gate
During your trip to Oslo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Karl Johan Gate. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Oslo Winter Park
Carve tracks on perfectly groomed runs and watch daredevils on Norway’s Olympic superpipe at this stunning resort area a short distance from central Oslo.
Royal Palace
You can find out about the history of Oslo with a trip to Royal Palace. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
National Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your stay in Oslo. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Things to do
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Oslo: Guided Oslo Highlights Tour by bus & Oslofjord cruise
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Oslo - 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Ekeberg
Citybox Oslo
Spotless room, cozy underfloor heating, excellent ammenities! 10/10 would stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Jan, 2026
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Gorgeous place. Spa is amazing and a nice big gym too! Near to the train station and shops
Reviewed on 15 Jan, 2026
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Nice casual hotel with great facilities and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo
Staff were lovley, hotel was nice. However, i was given the option to pay more which i did forna better room nit to be told it was under the resautant/pool it was very noisey.
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Room had everything we needed. There were some strange sounds coming from the air vents in the middle of the night that briefly kept us up. Otherwise a good stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Hotell Bondeheimen
all good
Reviewed on 13 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ekeberg
Gamle Oslo
Shopping, restaurants and museums highlight some notable features of Gamle Oslo. Make a stop by MUNCH Museum or Oslofjord while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at St. Halvards Place Tram Station or Munkegata Tram Station to get around town.
Toyen
Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Toyen. Top attractions like Toyenbadet Public Bath and Jordal Amfi are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toyen Station or Toyen T-Bane to see more of the city.
Nordstrand
Get to know Nordstrand and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Vantage Point Ekeberg and Oslofjord, and you can jump on the metro at Kastellet Light Rail Station or Braten Light Rail Station to get around the city.
Helsfyr
Though Helsfyr may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Toyenbadet Public Bath and Intility Arena.
Bjørvika
While you're in Bjørvika, take in top sights like Akerselva River and jump on the metro at Bjørvika Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gronland
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Gronland. Make a stop by Akerselva River or Intercultural Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Gronland T-Bane to get around town.
