Leslie H.United States
Andrew was fantastic. The most knowledgeable tour guide I’ve met. Do not miss this tour with Andrew.
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Private tour in Oslo Andrew H
Downtown and Harbor Highlight
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4 hours
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Andrew H.
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Hi I'm Andrew. I've been guiding in Norway for over 30 years and have been an authorized Oslo guide since 2006. Guiding is in my blood and the most enjoyable work I have done. I love walking around Oslo in my free time and feel privileged to be able to show people what I believe to be the greatest city to live in (I've been to over 75 countries and haven't found a better place). There's something in this city for everyone; world class art, significant historical sites and great nature within walking distance of downtown. I pride myself on being able to relate to and meet the interests of a wide variety of people and will happily customize your tour to meet your needs. A few words about my background. I grew up in the US and first visited Norway when hitchhiking around Europe when I was 19. Enchanted with the country, I came back to study at the University of Oslo, where I got my undergraduate degree. After graduate school in the US, I returned to Norway and taught at the law school here for over 20 years. I now have spent the majority of my adult years in Oslo and am a Norwegian citizen. If you have access to iFit, you can see 3 Oslo cultural walking tours I did for them. Authorized Oslo guide since 2006 Guide in Norway and Scandinavia since 1986 Lectured at the University of Oslo Law School for over 20 years I'm an authorized guide and can guide in all museums, except for the Munch Museum where some restrictions may apply. I would not be able to be your driver in Oslo, but I could arrange for a limo or taxi for part or all of your tour.
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Walking tour of Oslo's main downtown sights
Overview of your Oslo tour
This walking tour will show you the major sights in Oslo's compact downtown and harbor area. We'll walk up Oslo's main parade street, Karl Johansgate, and see the Oslo Cathedral, the Norwegian Parliament and the Royal Palace. Just off of Karl Johansgate is the Oslo City Hall, where the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded and the National Theater where Henrik Ibsen's plays are still produced. We'll walk along Oslo's central harbor area which has been a major urban renewal success. We'll see old dockyard that have been converted into a trendy public area. The crown jewel of the new harbor area is the Oslo Opera House from 2008. We'll walk up its Carrara marble clad sloping roof, which looks like a glacier sliding into the Oslo Fjord. We'll enter into old Christiania from the 1600's and walk by the Akershus Fortress - the oldest part dates back to 1299 (the Swedes attacked it numerous times without success). The length of the walk can vary from about 5-8 kilometers.
Recent Reviews
Sondra S.United States
We enjoyed touring Oslo ever so much with Andrew. Highly communicative in helping us sort priorities, with expert organization of tour, given time available, to hit all of them . We covered the city center at perfect pace, then ferried to The Fram on the peninsula. Bonus: we had time for Kon-Tiki, too! Really appreciate having Andrew with us for both museums for streamlined experience. Andrew is friendly & welcoming & freely shares stories and cultural insights that bring Oslo to life. We couldn’t ask for more. Thank you, Andrew, for a most enjoyable day in Oslo! The Smiths Canton, NY
Eileen M.United States
Andrew provided us with a wonderful and comprehensive tour of Oslo. Because he is a native English speaker and lived in the US, he understood us and we understood him easily. In advance I had mentioned our particular interests in architecture and classical music - to which he was particularly attentive. He loves his adopted home and is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend his services and advice!
Patty C.United States
Andrew was an outstanding guide. Incredibly knowledgeable, great English, and delightful sense of humor. On our 5 hour walking tour of Oslo, we learned a great deal about the history, culture, and sites. He was a great communicator and made the time together most enjoyable. It was the perfect way for us to get the lay of the land and truly enhanced our experience in our favorite city in Norway!!!
Randal O.United States
Great guide! Kept us on schedule. Enabled us to see all we asked for.
Claudia M.United States
We had a wonderful tour with Andrew in Oslo. He showed us everything we had hoped to see and more. We especially loved the City Hall which he planned to have us there when there was not a long line. The New Harbor was beautiful to walk around and seeing the Opera House was wonderful. Oslo is easy to walk around and Andrew allowed us to take a leisurely pace as he told us about the city. He recommended the Oslo National Museum which we visited after the tour and loved. I would use Andrew again and recommend him highly.
Your Oslo tour itinerary
This tour can start and end from any downtown hotel, cruise ship terminal or central point. The order of our tour will vary according to the starting point, but we will see these sights: Oslo Opera House (with walk up its sloping roof) The Norwegian Parliament The Royal Palace (we'll walk around the grounds) Oslo City Hall (inside visit, unless closed for civic function) National Theatre Akershus Fortress New harbor waterfront development Old Christiania We can cover all of these sights walking at a leisurely pace.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
This is a walking tour, but a private car can be used for part or all of the tour, contact me for quote.
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Entrance to museums that you may want to see, such as the Resistance Museum, the Nobel Peace Prize Center and the new Munch Museum.
Private transportation, if needed. Contact me for quote
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Meeting location
Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
757494
Languages
Norwegian
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Oslo is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's main downtown sights and harbour area at a leisurely pace. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and urban renewal. The tour is also kid-friendly, making it suitable for families. With Andrew H. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into Oslo's rich culture and history.
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