Popular places to visit
Oslo Opera House
The home of the Norwegian National Ballet and Opera is a large marble and glass edifice that resembles a glacier rising out of the water.
Aker Brygge
This former shipyard is now a popular entertainment, shopping and restaurant district on the shores of the Oslo Fjord.
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.
Tusenfryd Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Tusenfryd Amusement Park as part of your trip to Ås. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
MUNCH Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at MUNCH Museum in Oslo. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Viking Ship Museum
This large hall is the permanent dock of three great Viking ships that may have once brought terror to northern Europe.
Things to do
Oslo : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour )
2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship
Oslo - 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
The Viking Planet Admission Ticket
The Fram Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in HovedOya
Clarion Hotel The Hub
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Comfort Hotel Xpress Youngstorget
Comfort Hotel Xpress Central Station
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo
Hotel Verdandi Oslo
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Citybox Oslo
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around HovedOya
Kvadraturen
If you're spending time in Kvadraturen, check out sights like Oslo Cathedral or Karl Johan Gate 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.
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.
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.