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Oslo Cruise - Akershus Fortress, Oslo Opera House

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Start time

    January 1 - March 21: 10:30am and 1pm

    March 22 - June 27 :10:30am , 1pm and 3:30pm                                                           
    June 28. - Sept 1: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm and 3:30pm                               
    Sept 2 - Oct 6: 10:30am, 1pm and 3:30pm
    Oct 7 - Dec 31: 10:30am and 1pm
  • Meeting Point
    Departing from Pier 3, waterfront of the City hall. Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.
  • Ending Point

    The tour ends at City Hall

Key Highlights

  • See the beauty of Oslo from the water; this sightseeing tour provides the best view of the beautiful coastline of the city
  • See the Akershus Fortress, a military fortress which was also used as a prison
  • Pass the Maritime Museum with its veteran sailing ships moored outside
  • During the winters, enjoy a visit to the interesting museums at Bygdøynes

Overview

Oslo is a city where a bustling commercial centre and unspoiled natural beauty really exist side by side. Experience this for yourself on a tour of the stunning Oslo fjord.

A boat tour along the Oslo fjord is the best way to experience the stunning beauty of the rugged Norwegian coastline.

Travel through a pristine paradise, relaxing as the boat sails past the picturesque islands in the inner part of Oslo fjord. Admire the imposing Akershus Fortress which was used to protect Oslo from attacks from the sea.

Enjoy a stop at Bygdøynes during the winter months and explore the prominent museums there.

Winter stop at the museums: In winter, we sail via the museums at Bygdøynes on our way back to the City Hall. Take the first boat at 10.30am and see the museums at Bygdøy for 2 ½ hours before taking the next boat back to the City Hall. The calls at Bygdøynes are at 12.15pm and 2.45pm, but it is also possible to return by public transport bus.

Our latest package deal that includes 2-hour Fjord sightseeing and ferry ticket to the museum for the same price as our 2-hour Fjord sightseeing tour.

Itinerary

The tour starts from Rådhusbrygge 3 (pier 3) waterfront of the Oslo City Hall. Sail along the Fjord, past a maze of green islands dotted with picturesque summer houses.

Summer Itinerary:

This is the classic Oslo Fjord sightseeing. You will pass through narrow sounds, idyllic bays and through a maze of islands with small summer houses. Discover the scenery from a sightseeing boat. You’ll sail past numerous islands, including Hovedøya and the Dyna Lighthouse, through narrow inlets and into sheltered bays so that you can capture the capital on camera from different angles. Also, you will pass the Opera House in Oslo, housing The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet ensemble. The spot has been named Kirsten Flagstads place 1 after the opera's first director Kirsten Flagstad. The boat then passes close to the peninsula of Bygdøy, with many interesting museums as well as beaches such as Huk. You can also see the Maritime Museum with its veteran sailing ships moored outside, and the impressive Fram Museum, housing the polar ship of the same name.

The area is known for its stunning beauty, so be sure to bring your camera along.

The tour ends at the starting point.

Winter itinerary: The classic Oslo fjord Sightseeing allows you to pass through idyllic bays and through a maze if islands with small summer houses along with numerous lighthouses. You will pass the Opera house, the new Munch Museum, and the new fjord town developing waterfront in Oslo. Join the 2 hour approx. Fjord sightseeing and will stop at Bygdoynes. After visit to museums, your  tour departs from Bygdoynes.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Sightseeing cruiseFree ferry ticket to the museum peninsula (Bygdøy)

Exclusions

  • Food & drinks
  • Hotel pick up & drop off

Please note

Please call the tour operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour for reconfirming departure details.

In winter, we sail via the museums at Bygdøynes on our way back to the City Hall. Take the first boat at 10:30am and see the museums at Bygdøy for 2 ½ hours before taking the next boat back to the City Hall. The calls at Bygdøynes are at 12:15pm and 2:45pm, but it is also possible to return by public transport bus.

Our latest package deal that includes 2-hour Fjord sightseeing and ferry ticket to the museum for the same price as our 2-hour Fjord sightseeing tour.

Customer Reviews

  • Joseph Ohimor
    A Cruise tour worth the price

    The two-hour was an eye-opener as detailed information about sites and other attractions was just detail enough for everyone. The atmosphere amongst passengers on-board was...

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  • Robert Dyason

    An open deck has the disadvantage of being to weather and a little rain was felt.

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