Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Description
Discover Oslo at your own pace with our 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. With conveniently located stops across the city, you’re free to hop on and off whenever and wherever you choose. From the elegance of the Royal Palace to the striking exhibits at the MUNCH Museum and the open-air beauty of Vigeland Sculpture Park, there’s something to suit every interest. Along the way, enjoy pre-recorded audio commentary available in a variety of languages through the onboard seat modules. Prefer using your own device? Simply connect to our free Wi-Fi and stream the audio guide on your phone. You can bring your own headphones or use one of our recyclable headsets, compatible with both iPhone and Android. Getting started is easy - just exchange your voucher or digital ticket with City Sightseeing staff or the bus driver for your pass. Then sit back, relax, and experience Oslo. With comfortable buses and engaging commentary, it’s an ideal way to explore - so book your City Sightseeing ticket today!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cruise guests who are arriving into Oslo will be able to board the City Sightseeing Buses directly outside of the cruise terminal.
- First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm. Tour duration: 90 minutes. Frequency: every 30 minutes. Timings are dependent on cruise arrival
- Buses run in all weather, so dress accordingly
- You will need to exchange your ticket for your hop-on hop-off ticket with the City Sightseeing staff or bus driver before or upon boarding the bus. Keep the ticket with you at all times
- Please make sure you only board our official branded City Sightseeing buses
- Audio Guide: The audio guide is available via in-seat modules or directly on your own device in several different languages. Please bring your own headset for the best experience. Turn on the location services from your provider, scan the QR code on the seat/ brochure and press play to start. If needed, headsets with jack sticks and adapters for iPhone and Android are available to borrow - please return them for recycling
- Accessibility: We aim to make our tour accessible to all. For guests requiring assistance, we offer storage for collapsible wheelchairs. Subject to space and availability. Please note that a ramp or single step may be needed to board the bus, and several steps are required to access the upper deck. We also accommodate strollers, with designated storage space, ensuring families with young children can navigate the city with ease
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour
- You can start your tour at any of the stops. For guests arriving via cruise ship, please note that City Sightseeing Oslo serves cruise guests arriving at the city's different ports; for Filipstad and Oslo Cruise Terminal our iconic red buses await our guests on the pier right at docking. For Revierkaia/ Langkaia passengers meet our staff on the pier and the buses stop around the corner next to the SALT Sauna and Culture Scene.
- With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
- Season: This tour is seasonal and typically operates between June - October, dates vary each year
- Dates with Potential Disruptions: 24th - 25th April, 1st May, 17th May, 19th - 27th June, 12th September. Throughout 2026: Possible major roadworks or infrastructure works in Oslo city centre and ring roads
Reviews(126)
Disaster. We got off twice (at Vigeland Park and the Opera) and then had to wait over an hour (!!!) for the next bus each time. During this time, the competition buses came by twice each... With those prices, the service is just atrocious - it costs us OUR time this way.
Hallo, es tut mir leid zu hören, wie lange Sie auf den nächsten Bus warten mussten – das ist verständlicherweise sehr ärgerlich, besonders bei diesem Preisniveau. So sollte der Ablauf nicht sein. Bitte kontaktieren Sie uns unter info@stromma.no, damit wir uns das genauer ansehen können. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Eirin
While the route was fine, there was no dedicated line to exchange our voucher for ticket at port so we got stuck behind groups buying tickets- despite asking several hop on employees. On the bus, there was no info as to which channel for which language, and it was not the same on different busses. On one, we found English on channel 2; the next bus, it was ch 3. At minimum, there should be a list by the driver. One bus had the wifi info posted; another did not, so we had to ask the driver when he stopped. Otherwise it was ok
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback. I’m sorry to hear that the lack of clear information caused frustration, especially around ticket exchange and onboard guidance — that’s certainly not the experience we aim to deliver. Your comments are helpful and highlight areas where clearer, more consistent communication would make the journey smoother. Eirin
this hop on hop off was very well run and they did not overcrowd the buses. this was what I expected
Hello, Thank you very much for your 5-star review and for sharing your experience with City Sightseeing Oslo! We’re delighted to hear that you found the hop-on hop-off service very well organised and that the buses were not overcrowded. It’s great to know that the experience matched your expectations, as we always aim to provide a comfortable, reliable and enjoyable way to explore the city. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated and will be shared with our local team in Oslo. We hope to welcome you again soon on another City Sightseeing tour in Oslo or in any of our destinations around the world! Kind regards, City Sightseeing Team
There were not very many busses running as it was a national holiday and traffic was busy so instead of being a 1.5 hour full loop it was over two hours. Time spent waiting at various spots instead of picking up passengers and moving on definitely cut into our ability to do more activities.
Dear Teresa, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience with our City Sightseeing Oslo hop-on hop-off tour. We are sorry to hear that your visit coincided with a national holiday, which resulted in heavier traffic and a reduced service frequency. On special days such as public holidays, city traffic conditions can significantly impact journey times and route efficiency, and we understand how this affected your ability to make the most of your day and visit additional attractions. We also regret that the overall loop duration was longer than expected. While we always aim to maintain a smooth and frequent service, external factors such as city events and traffic congestion can unfortunately lead to delays beyond our control. Your feedback is very important to us and will be shared with our operations team as we continue working to improve service communication and reliability, especially during peak and special event days. Thank you again for your comments. Best regards, City Sightseeing Oslo Team
Unfortunately very disappointing. The booked service was not provided (buses were crowded, ride not possible). Despite the promise, I have not received a refund to date. Customer service has stopped responding. No recommendation.
Hallo, vielen Dank für Ihr Feedback! Was Sie beschreiben, entspricht nicht dem Serviceniveau, das wir anstreben. Wir verstehen Ihren Frust und möchten gerne untersuchen, was passiert ist. Bitte kontaktieren Sie uns unter info@stromma.no mit weiteren Details, damit wir Ihnen weiterhelfen und Ihre Rückerstattungsanfrage prüfen können. Mit freundlichen Grüßen City Sightseeing Norway
Total disaster. Only after 15 minutes did the sound begin. The sound did not work in all places and in different places it was different languages that worked. Sound out of step with the ride. Factual errors in the presentation and referred to statistics from 1018 and 2019. it looks like many stops but several of them are double stops within 5 minutes, some peak is only for boat travelers so that if you step on in the city it is about 5-6 real stops.
Hei, Tack så mycket för att du delar detta med oss , och vi beklagar att upplevelsen inte levde upp till förväntningarna. Tekniska problem med ljudguiden ska helt enkelt inte förekomma, och vi tar din återkoppling på allvar. Vi skulle gärna vilja veta mer om de problem du upplevde, så att vi kan åtgärda det på bästa sätt. Hör gärna av dig till oss på info@stromma.no. Vi ser fram emot att höra från dig! Med vänlig hälsning, Stromma Norway
Very well informed about all kinds of stops, schedules, and places to enjoy all Oslo. Very punctual in their schedules and driver Jose, an excellent driver and guide, helped me and my family know how and where we can go, very friendly! The route they do includes almost all the important sites of Oslo
¡Muchas gracias por este amable comentario! Nos alegra mucho saber que tuvieron una experiencia tan positiva tanto con la empresa como con nuestros conductores. Para nosotros es muy importante que nuestros huéspedes se sientan bien atendidos y aprovechen al máximo su tiempo en Oslo. Esperamos tener el placer de darles la bienvenida nuevamente en otra ocasión. ¡Que tengan un excelente día! Atentamente, Stromma Norway
Very good. Bus stops in or near major attractions, stops are well identified and audio explanations are clear and comprehensive.
Dear Customer, We sincerely appreciate you sharing your opinion with us. We are glad to hear that you were able to experience the fun of discovering a new city aboard our service. We are pleased to hear that you found our service excellent and that you enjoyed your visit to the city. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again very soon in one of our more than 100 destinations. Thank you for choosing City Sightseeing! Best regards, Quality Department
The audio was not continuous with large gaps of no commentary. The second level plastic curtain was hooked by the trees and kept ripping away from the supports and created issues and was dangerous. We were never told what channel to use and luckily another customer informed us. With the rain, you couldn’t see out the windows (no wiper blades). The salesman was friendly but didn’t feel the trip was worth the money
My wife and I have travelled extensively. We have used The recommendation of Viator for different tours, etc. Based on the Viator website we booked the Hop-on, Hop-off bus in Oslo. The bus was constantly late and unreliable from the schedules listed. Frequently the bus commentary failed to work. The whole experience was a disaster. I would definitely suggest using the alternate Hop-on, Hop-off bus company. I wish I had.
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are very sorry to hear about the delays, unreliable schedules, and audio issues you experienced during your hop-on hop-off tour in Oslo. Your comments are extremely valuable and will be shared with our local team to improve scheduling, communication, and equipment for future passengers. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and hope to have the opportunity to provide a much better experience on a future visit. Best regards, Quality Department City Sightseeing
