Aerial view of Oslo, Norway, showcasing modern buildings, construction cranes and tree-lined canals with green hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Oslo, Norway

Cruises to Oslo, Norway

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Things to do in Oslo

Forest-clad hills roll gently into an island-dotted fjord, framing a capital that pairs pristine natural beauty with vibrant city energy. In between, discover striking modern design, beautifully preserved historic streets and world-class institutions like the Nobel Peace Center.

Stroll sea-front boardwalks in high-end neighborhoods, browse art galleries and boutique shops or settle into cozy patio dining warmed by crackling fireplaces. Here, old and new live side by side — from cutting-edge architecture to treasured cultural landmarks — all wrapped in the Norwegian spirit of koselig (or simply kos), a welcoming warmth that invites you to slow down and savor the moment.

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  • Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo, Norway, featuring the Monolith column surrounded by stone statues on terraced steps under a bright blue sky.

    Wander Frogner Park, home to the iconic Vigeland Sculpture Park, where Gustav Vigeland captured dynamic life in cold bronze.

  • Tranquil view of wooden boats moored at Bygdøy Peninsula in Oslo, Norway, with calm water reflecting the sunset sky and distant hills.

    Cruise out to Bygdøy Peninsula to explore the Viking Museum, Kon‑Tiki and Fram exhibitions.

  • Aerial view of Holmenkollen Ski Jump in Oslo, Norway, surrounded by green forest with Oslofjord and cityscape in the distance under a bright blue sky.

    Ride the elevator up Holmenkollen Ski Jump for sweeping views of fjord, forest and city.

  • Akershus Fortress in Oslo, Norway, with stone walls, towers and autumn trees surrounding the historic castle against a clear blue sky.

    Tour Akershus Fortress, peer into medieval chambers and enjoy harbor vistas.

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Shore excursions to explore in Oslo

Each excursion here offers a slice of Oslo’s spirit — from fjord-front architecture to forest retreats to Viking tales. Catch a longboat (or whatever) and get ready for some adventure.

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  • Oslo Opera House in Norway, with its angular white marble roof and glass facade overlooking the water under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

    Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing by Bus & Boat

    Your dual‑mode ticket lets you move through Oslo’s avenues, passing the Oslo Opera House, Royal Palace and City Hall by bus, then slip onto a fjord cruise for a water‑side view of the city’s islands and skyline. It’s part urban storyteller, part sea whisper — architecture and shoreline in one tour.

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  • Waterfront view of Oslo City Hall, a red-brick building with twin towers and a large clock, beside boats docked along the harbor on a sunny day.

    The Best of Oslo

    Drive past Akershus Fortress and City Hall, cross to the Bygdøy Peninsula and tour maritime halls honoring Viking ships, polar exploration and Norse sea lore. After lunch you push upward to the Holmenkollen ski jump, then descend into Frogner Park to witness Vigeland’s human sculpture saga.

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  • Close-up of granite human sculptures in Vigeland Sculpture Park, Oslo, depicting figures in expressive poses under a bright blue summer sky.

    Open-Air Museum, Vigeland Sculpture & Ski Jump

    You’ll visit the Open‑Air Folk Museum, wandering historic homes and farm dwellings. Then the tour moves into Frogner Park to decode Vigeland’s unveiled truths in stone. Finally, ascend to Holmenkollen, drop off for photo panoramas, feel altitude and perspective, then return with a fuller sense of Oslo’s layered soul.

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  • Waterfront view of the MUNCH Museum in Oslo, a modern angular glass building beside the Barcode district skyline under a partly cloudy blue sky.

    Oslo Highlights & the Munch Museum

    Explore Oslo’s bold lines — from the Opera House edge to the Royal Palace gardens and Parliament façade. Then you’ll settle into Frogner’s sculptural heart before entering the Munch Museum, home to The Scream and expressive canvases imagined by Edvard Munch. Art, architecture and emotional tension, all in one sweep.

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  • View of the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo, featuring a triangular modern building beside a harbor with small wooden boats floating on calm water.

    Fram, Kon-Tiki & Maritime Museums

    Roll into Bygdøy Peninsula where Norway’s sea stories unfold across three museums: the Viking Museum, Fram and Kon‑Tiki. Touch the decks of expedition vessels, peer into ocean lore and get to know Norse sailors of yore. Afterwards, return via the harbor’s edge so your last views are salt‑brushed and unforgettable.

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  • Tranquil view of Sognsvann Lake near Oslo, surrounded by lush green forest and reflecting summer sunlight on calm blue water.

    Secrets of the Lake & Forest: A Small Group Tour

    Leave the bustle behind and ride train to Sognsvann, Norway’s forest‑lake seal. You’ll follow shaded trails through pine and birch, pause at a campfire to warm roots and toast marshmallows, then be led back to the pier carrying quiet air, needle‑soft moss light and wood whispers as souvenirs.

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Experience the Oslo port on your next cruise

Dock in a working harbor framed by fjord water, modern architecture and mountain ridges. Disembark steps from the Oslo Opera House, then stride to Oslo Royal Palace or ferry to Bygdøy. For Iceland & Norway or Europe cruise itineraries, Oslo offers art and wilderness in one seamless stop

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Discover Oslo on your next cruise

Oslo arrives like it’s holding something back — all fjord hush and stone expression. But keep up, and you’ll find stories tucked in sculpture parks, behind fortress walls and under bold rooftops (like the Oslo Opera House). Princess takes you into the city’s layered self: architecture and art, sea lore and surprising green stillness.

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Stone pathway leading uphill to the brick and stone walls of Akershus Castle in Oslo, bordered by green grass and ivy-covered rock.

Walk the cobblestone paths of Akershus Castle and trace Oslo’s medieval past.

Wooden pier along Oslo’s harbor with moored sailboats and bright benches, facing the twin-towered City Hall under a clear blue sky.

Stroll the waterfront where historic ships and modern city life meet.

A smiling couple stands at the railing of a Princess® cruise ship, enjoying the open sea and blue sky.

A couple stands together on the wooden deck of a Princess® cruise ship, gazing out at the open sea beneath a bright blue sky dotted with clouds.

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