Oslo By Heart

At Oslo By Heart, we skip the megaphone and memorised scripts. Our tours are capped at small numbers to feel like a walk with a local friend. We focus on the heart of Oslo, blending major landmarks with hidden gems and stories of daily life and culture that you won't find in a standard guidebook.

We understand plans change. You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour are non-refundable. If Oslo By Heart needs to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, you will always receive a full refund or the option to rebook.

Our standard meeting point for our public city centre walking tour is at the “Skapning av Iddefjord” (Creature from Iddefjord) sculpture in front of Deichman Library’s main entrance. We send you a message with exact instructions and a google map link the day before the tour.

To respect the time of all our guests we start promptly. However, we know travel can be unpredictable. If you are running late, please message or call us immediately. We will do our best to tell you where the group will be so you can catch up.

To keep the experience intimate and "from the heart," we limit our public groups to 10 people. This ensures everyone can hear the stories, ask questions, and navigate Oslo's charming side streets easily.

Yes, all tours we offer can be booked in English or German.

In true Norwegian fashion, we believe there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. Our tours run rain or shine. However, we may have to cancel in the case of extreme weather.

Comfort is key! Oslo has some hills and cobblestones, so sturdy shoes are a must. Even in summer, a light layer is smart as the breeze from the fjord can be cool. In winter, wear weather-appropriate clothing, like wool layers and boots with good grip.

We usually cover about 3 to 4 km over a period of 2 to 3 hours. We maintain a conversational pace with stops for storytelling and photos. If you can walk at a moderate pace for a couple of hours, you’ll find our tours very manageable.

Absolutely! We love tailoring "Oslo By Heart" experiences for private groups. Whether it’s a family reunion, a birthday, or a team-building event, we can customize the route and duration to fit your needs. Send us a message for a personalized quote.

Definitely! Many of our guests are solo travelers. Because our groups are small and the atmosphere is informal, it’s a very easy way to meet fellow travellers while exploring the city.

Because our route dives into the historic heart of Oslo, we navigate several areas with uneven cobblestones and a number of stairs. 

For this reason, our current tours are unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. We want everyone to have a safe and comfortable experience, and the terrain makes that a challenge.

We love meeting young travelers. However, because we keep our group sizes very small to ensure an intimate experience, all spots are priced equally regardless of age. Please also keep in mind that my storytelling focuses on history, art, architecture and social culture, which could be less interesting for children.

Pets are allowed, but keep in mind that while the tour is primarily outdoors, we might occasionally step into a building where indoor access for pets isn't always guaranteed. If you are booking a private tour with a dog, get in touch. We can usually adjust the route to stay 100% outdoors.

The tour fee covers the guided experience itself, but not food or drinks. No entrance fees are required. We recommend bringing a bottle of water. If time allows, and the group is interested, we can make a quick stop for refreshments on the way.

While we cover the Must-Sees in our city tour, we can also show you some of the hidden gems of Oslo. Alternatively, our Grünerløkka tour explores a different side of the city entirely - see our tours page.