Red Route (Route)

Operating Schedule: Begins at stop 1 (National Theatre) at 10:00 am, with the final tour at 4:00 pm, running every 30 minutes. Timings may change, so please verify the latest schedule locally.

1. Det juridiske fakultet (UIO)
The National Theatre / The Royal Palace / Karl Johans Gate

2. Vigelandsparken
Vigeland Sculpture Park and Oslo Museum

3. Folkemuseet
Norwegian Museum of Cultural History

4. Bygdøynes
Kon-Tiki Museum/ FRAM/ Norwegian Maritime Museum

5. Folkemuseet
Norwegian Museum - Cultural History

6. Hjortnes
6A - Color Line Terminal Hjortnes

7. Royal Caribbean & MSC Cruise Gate
6B - Filipstad Cruise Terminal CREATE

8. Tjuvholmen
Tjuvholmen (Alternative Stop)

9. Akershuskai Søndre 35
Oslo Cruise Ship Terminal

10. Vippetangen
DFDS Ferry Terminal

11. Narvesen Havnelageret
Langkaia

12. Operagata 4
Opera House/ MUNCH Museum

13. Det juridiske fakultet (UIO)
The National Theatre/ The Royal Palace/ Karl Johans Gate

Points of Interest

• The Royal Palace

• Frogner Park

• Vigeland Park

• The Norwegian Parliament

• Viking Ship Museum

• Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning)

• 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (plus 24-hours free between 2nd June and 31st October 2025)
• Stops near the major sights
• Audio guide commentary in 8 languages + free headphones
• Free Wi-Fi onboard the buses

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Entry to attractions

No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, this is the perfect do-it-yourself shore excursion in Oslo. Explore the sunniest capital in Scandinavia with this one day ticket aboard this City Sightseeing open-top double-decker bus. See the main sights of Oslo, including the National Theatre, Vigeland Sculpture Park, The Viking Ship Museum and Oslo Opera House. Passengers can hop on and hop off at any of the 18 tour stops along the route, or stay on the bus for the full 90 minute loop. It’s the perfect shore excursion to see Oslo!

• Cruise Passenger Information:
• 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
• You can hop-on and hop-off the bus at any stop
• 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
• Choose between two audio guide options: In-Seat Modules and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Borrowable headsets with adapters are available on board. Don’t forget to bring your headset for your own device if you want to use the BYOD option
• For guests requiring assistance, we offer storage for collapsible wheelchairs
• The following events in Oslo during 2025 may lead to increased traffic and potential delays:
• Oslo Marathon on 21st September
• 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. Doesn’t run on 17th May each year.
• Tickets are valid for 24-hours, plus, if you book and travel between 2nd June and 31st October, you get an extra 24-hours free!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.