Fjord Days · OSLO FJORD TOURS
The Oslofjord is the cheap, easy one: islands, wooden sailing ships and a silent electric boat, all leaving from the City Hall quay. The 15 below are compared on sailing time, whether food is included and how much of it runs after dark.
Cruise Oslo Fjord aboard a traditional heated sailing ship with blankets, a bar, and English commentary. The free Oslo Fjord Guide app adds information in 13 languages. You can hop off at Bygdøy at 12:20 PM to visit museums, then return at 2:50 PM.
“The ship was very Nice and also de crew. The stop near de Folk Museum facilitates a visit.”
Board near Oslo Opera House for a 90-minute electric cruise through the inner Oslofjord. You will pass Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, and Sørenga from a warm cabin or open deck. Bring headphones for the Voice of Norway app, available in seven listed languages.
“Very lovely experience! It was so quiet and not many people on the ship. The views were amazing and the trip itself was definitely worth the money! There’s a bar on the ship with coffee, tea, some snacks and alcohol drinks. It’s all very clean and modern. Definitely recommend!”
Spend three hours aboard a restored wooden sailing ship, cruising Oslofjord past Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, and Bygdøy while peeling fresh Norwegian shrimp at a simple buffet. Bring warm clothes, arrive early for the best seats, and expect a relaxed social evening rather than a narrated sightseeing tour.
“Just a magical end to the holiday on a beautiful old sailing ship with fabulous views of oslo and the island. Everyone was on great spirits with regular shouts of skol The shrimps looked like they were caught minutes ago and there was heaps of bread and butter, mayo and dill. We had to shell and dehead the shrimps and the gulls followed the ship. It rounded off a fabulous trip to oslo.”
Spend two hours aboard Brim Explorer’s Ms Brisen, a quiet electric boat with outdoor decks, warm panoramic saloons, and an English-speaking guide. You’ll pass Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Hovedøya while guides such as Susie, Frederick, or Sophie add local stories.
“Beautiful tour, the views are just stunning, staff were all lovely and the guide was very informative, at the bar you could get Norwegian Cinnamon buns along with hot drinks and beer! Would definitely recommend”
Sail Oslo Fjord for two hours from Rådhusbrygge 3 on an authentic sailing ship. You’ll pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, narrow inlets, colorful island cabins, and the Opera House, with English narration, warm blankets, a bar, and optional Bygdøy museum access in winter.
“It was pleasant enough but not fantastic. I liked the English guide and many of the facts were so interesting but there’s just so much time taken leaving the harbor. I know it can’t be helped but I guess I was clueless as to what to expect.”
Spend 7.5 hours touring Oslo by air-conditioned coach and fjord boat. Visit Holmenkollen, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Fram, and either the Folk Museum or Kon-Tiki Museum. English-speaking guides such as Elena, Rita, and Chris are praised for clear stories, humor, and well-paced touring.
“Very good, exceptional guide and driver! A day we’ll spent”
Spend 7.5 hours touring Oslo with an English-speaking guide such as Elena, Luis, Chris, or Rita. See Vigeland Park, Holmenkollen, and Bygdøy museums, then take a 90-minute Oslo Fjord cruise. Expect a busy day, plenty of walking, and little time for lunch.
“Good way to get an introduction to Oslo and see the highlights and lay the groundwork for a deeper visit in the future into this historic and yet modern (and clean) city.”
Join a 50-minute Oslo Fjord sightseeing cruise from Rådhusbrygge 3 aboard a traditional wooden ship. See Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, Bygdøy, and Sørenga, with English commentary and an app in 13 languages. Blankets, a toilet, drinks, and snacks are available onboard.
“We didn’t listen to the Audio guide too much but it was such a gorgeous experience doing a quick sail around on a lovely boat we were mainly doing it for the sight seeing. Good bar and nice staff we really enjoyed ourselves.”
Cruise from Akershusstranda around Oslofjord for about three hours, passing islands, bathhouses, cottages, and Oslo’s glowing skyline. You’ll get a Norwegian shrimp dinner with bread, butter, mayonnaise, aioli, and lemon, plus blankets, toilets, panoramic windows, and an audio guide. Hosts speak English, Norwegian, and Spanish.
“Um passeio bem tranquilo com belas paisagens. O jantar foi bem simples e os camarões estavam cheios de ovos, deve ser normal.”
Sail for about three hours from Oslo City Hall aboard a traditional wooden boat. You’ll pass the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, and small fjord islands before enjoying a simple Norwegian shrimp buffet with bread, butter, lettuce, dill, lemon, and mayonnaise. Bring warm layers, and arrive early for a good table.
“Canceled at last day. Refunded $ . Disappointed with cancelation. Planned fir cruise. Need vouchers for future cruises from Viator, compensation.”
Spend five and a half hours seeing Oslo with an English-speaking guide, including Holmenkollen, Vigeland Sculpture Park, and a two-hour electric Oslofjord cruise. Expect a comfortable coach, guided sightseeing, and city views from land and water. Lunch is not included.
“The driver Viktor was perfect. The guide RRRITTA..is the best of the best in the world. Wonderful time, good crew. Want to be with them again !!!!!”
Join the captain and crew at Oslo City Hall for a three-hour Oslofjord cruise on a traditional wooden sailing ship. Live jazz, warm blankets, sunset scenery, and a shrimp buffet with lemon, mayonnaise, bread, and butter are included. Drinks are not included and are not allowed.
“Lucky to have great weather. Had a wonderful evening onboard. Drinks, shrimp buffet and a great entertaining jazz band. Good time had by all!”
Start with an English-speaking guide and coach tour past Oslo’s key sights, then walk through Vigeland Sculpture Park and stop at Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Finish with a quiet 1.5 to 2-hour electric-boat cruise on Oslofjord. Guides have included Randi, Christian, Christopher, Harold, and Janeen.
“Don't take a Viator tour from a crude ship. They don't wait for for you if you can't get there on time.”
Set out from Rådhusbrygge 2 for a 2.5-hour Oslofjord dinner cruise aboard a quiet hybrid-electric boat. Enjoy a locally sourced three-course Nordic meal, optional wine, live music, panoramic windows, and an outside deck with views of Dyna Fyr, the Opera House, and Aker Fortress.
“Food was delicious. They graciously substituted salmon for cod ( requested this ahead of time) for one of our meals. Loved how quiet the boat was- very peaceful, smooth ride. We were fortunate to have great weather , so that made being outside on the open decks really nice. The crew/staff were very nice and helpful. I would recommend this experience to others.”
Travel from Oslo to Gudvangen, cruise through Nærøyfjord and Sognefjord to Flåm, then ride the Flåm Railway and Bergen Railway toward Geilo. Your private English-speaking guide handles tickets and transfers. Guides including Janis, Reinis, Bjørn, and Alekss have earned especially warm praise.
“Janis was an excellent driver and tour guide. We had very interesting discussions about Norwegian culture & politics during the long drive. He knows the route very well: he stopped a few times so we could look at things of interest and take photos. He was prompt. He explained clearly our next steps and where to meet him off the boat and train. A very long day and completely worth it for the views of many different landscapes, on the drive, the boat and the trains. Glorious fjord. Stunning Flåm railway including a stop for the most amazing waterfall.”
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