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 acclaimed art galleries 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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
Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise
Sustainable Cruise in Oslofjord with audioguiding
Top hotels in HovedOya
Smarthotel Oslo
Rooms small. Tv not working throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Great facilities, lively communal areas such as Hub bar and roof top restaurant. Rooms are comfortable if not huge. Beautifully decorated for Christmas! Good location close to everything. Little bit of noise for trams, advise asking for inside facing room if that bothers you.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Citybox Oslo
Good price for OK sewrvice
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
Karl Johan Hotel
We loved the hotel, it's a beautiful building, location is the best, train station just 5mins walks to airport. Good breakfast and nice staff. Good work 👏
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
The room was very nice and the bed was very comfortable. The staff at the bar including Fabio and RJ were exceptional. Made my stay very comfortable and fun. Will definitely come back. Thanks!
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Anker Hotel
Room with good views. Great location at tram stop.
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Karl Johan Gate or Stortorvet and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dronningens Gate Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station.
Oslo City Centre
Travellers choose Oslo City Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station and check out top sights like Norwegian Parliament.
Sentrum
While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Oslo City Hall or Chat Noir, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kontraskjaeret Tram Station or Christiania Torv Tram Station.
Vika
Theatres and restaurants are highlights of Vika. Make a stop by The National Museum or Oslo Konserthus while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vikatorvet Tram Station to get around town.
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.
Central Oslo
Travellers love Central Oslo for its popular shops, and you can see more of Oslo by jumping on the metro at Nationaltheatret Tram Station or Tullinlokka Light Rail Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Theater and Chat Noir.
