Oslo for Free: the walking tour you should know about

Did you know there’s a totally FREE walking tour in Oslo, led by locals? If you didn’t, you’re not alone - most people don’t. If you’re looking to hit the main spots in town, we highly recommend you taking this one. Don’t think that just because it’s free, it’s not going to be great (we’ve heard that one before). The tour lasts around 90 minutes, hitting some of the most important spots in the city. It’s informative, and since it’s not super long, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore Oslo on your own. Plus, it’s held in English, so you’re all set.

You might be thinking, “FabNomad is getting paid to say this,” and the answer is: nope! not a penny, and we’re happy to share what feels like a little secret with you. Truth is, after talking to so many people, every time this topic came up, what we heard most was “Really? For free?”. So we immediately thought that this really needs to be shared.

Here are some of the things you will be able to visit during this tour:

• Tiger statue (jernbanetorget)

• Norwegian National Opera and Ballet

• Oslo Børs

• Christiania Square

• Akershus Fortress

• Nobel Peace Center

• Oslo City Hall

• ...and more!

The tours start at 10:30 AM every single day - yep, you read that right, every day! and they’re held in English, so no worries there. Check out their website for the full details and any updates.

We’d like to mention that this is not a free tour for big groups, schools, or companies. The locals share this free experience with people who are genuinely looking to touch base on some of the most important points in town without having to pay hundreds for a tour. They even state that if you’re a group of six or more, they won’t proceed with the tour, and you’ll need to book a private one (which is still affordable, compared to other tour companies).

Do not see this free tour as a way to get something for free with your big group, but more as a gesture Oslo offers if you, or you and a friend, are traveling alone and don’t want to spend a lot on a paid tour. Here in Norway, we trust each other a lot and expect people to follow the rules - that’s how it´s possible to maintain these free tours and other cool things. So, let’s keep it fair and follow them.

We won’t dive into all the rules, but there are a few key details on their website, so make sure to check it out before you go. To book your spot, just click below to visit their site or check their Instagram for the latest updates. Oh, and it’s worth mentioning - tipping at the end of the tour is highly appreciated!

Book your Oslo free tour here!

Now, the important question is: Have you taken the tour yet? How was it? Drop a comment below and spill the tea. We’d love to hear all about your experience!