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Oslo's Christmas Spirit Private Walking Tour
Christmas market in Oslo, Spikersuppa/Jul i Vinterland
Aker brygge decorated with Christmas ttradittions
Oslo's Christmas Spirit Private Walking Tour
Akershus Fortress covered in snow

Oslo's Christmas Spirit Private Walking Tour

By OURWAY Tours - Oslo
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Overview

Experience Oslo's Viking past and festive charm on our Oslo's Christmas Spirit Private Walking Tour. Explore landmarks, history and twinkling lights while uncovering Norwegian holiday traditions like “Lille Julaften” and Gløgg!

Oslo is most magical during Christmas; on this two-hour walking tour, you'll explore Oslo's history and the beautifully decorated streets of its city centre, home to popular attractions such as the Oslo City Hall, Oslo Univeristy, and the Royal Palace. Warm up with mulled wine during a refreshment stop, and receive undivided attention from your guide on this private tour, limited to just you and your party.

  • Private walking tour and a great introduction to Oslo, mixing the history, culture and all things Christmas
  • Get into the festive season as you explore the sights and streets of Oslo
  • Learn about Norwegian Christmas traditions and the legend of the Julenisse
  • Warm up with mulled wine
  • Receive undivided attention from a private guide

Activity location

  • Nobel Peace Center
    • Brynjulf Bulls Plass 1, City Hall Square
    • 0250, Oslo, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nobel Peace Center
    • 1 Brynjulf Bulls plass
    • 0250, Oslo, Oslo, Norway

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedNon-alcoholic mulled wine (glögg)
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortably and appropriately.
  • We suggest wearing warm shoes and clothes in many layers since the majority of this tour is outdoors, walking at a slow pace and stopping at various sights.
  • The majority of this tour takes place in the city centre, where noise from surrounding traffic is unavoidable.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Nobel Peace Center
  • 10m
The Nobel Peace Centre is dedicated to the Nobel Peace Prize. The building overlooks the harbour and is close to Oslo City Hall, where the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony occurs every December 10th to commemorate Alfred Nobel's death.
Aker Brygge
  • 10m
Aker Brygge is a popular shopping, dining, entertainment, and residential living area. Explore part of the district with its twinkling Christmas lights as you learn about Norwegian foods and traditions.
Oslo City Hall
  • 10m
Oslo City Hall's characteristic architecture, artworks with motifs from Norwegian history, culture, and working life, and the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony held every year on December 10th make it one of Oslo's most famous buildings. It is a true Oslo gem!
National Theater (Nationaltheatret)
  • 10m
For over 100 years, Nationaltheatret has been the country's main arena for Norwegian performances of classic and innovative theatre productions and grand celebrations. The theatre is often considered the home for Ibsen's plays, and most of his works have been performed here.
University of Oslo, Faculty of Law
  • 5m
The University of Oslo is located along Karl Johans gate, the main pedestrian street in Oslo. The building was built in the classical style and was the first university in Norway. During Christmas, University Square lights up with a giant Christmas tree.
The Royal Palace
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Royal Palace is the official residence of the present Norwegian monarch. It is where the King presides over the Council of State, grants audiences, and holds official dinners. Together, we'll stroll the grounds of The Royal Palace and visit one of Oslo's cheerful Christmas markets.
Karl Johans gate
  • 10m
Karl Johans gate is the high street of Oslo. It was named in honour of the King of Norway, Karl III Johan, who was also the King of Sweden, Karl XIV Johan. In addition to Karl Johans gate, Palace Hill (Slottsbakken) and Palace Place (Slottsplassen) cover 300 metres. Walk along Karl Johan gate and learn all there is to know about the Norwegian Santa “Julenissen” and his relation to the Norwegian's pagan past.
Jul i Vinterland
  • 15m
Right in the heart of the Christmas market, Jul i Vinterland (Christmas in Wonderland), which we'll introduce you to, lies the Spikersuppa ice-skating rink. If you haven't tried ice skating, you'll have your chance once the tour finishes!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNobel Peace Center
    • Brynjulf Bulls Plass 1, City Hall Square
    • 0250, Oslo, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENobel Peace Center
    • 1 Brynjulf Bulls plass
    • 0250, Oslo, Oslo, Norway

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