Drive it Yourself: Oslo to Kristiansand on the E18
This drive goes from Oslo to Kristiansand in the south of Norway, following the E18.
The Hidden North
North European travel guide
Population 709,000 / 59.5 degrees north
Oslo, Norway
Oslo is Norway’s capital. It is also one of the most exciting capitals in Norway. It’s a vibrant, self-confident city with bustling cafes, restaurants, and trendy museums. While not as ‘Norwegian’ as other cities in Norway, there’s no doubt Oslo is a fantastic place to visit.
Fun Facts About Oslo
Latitude: 59.5 degrees north
Population: 709,000
Hottest month: July
Coldest month: January
Wettest month: August
Windiest month: May
Annual precipitation: 701mm
Oslo Municipality
In this Travel Guide...
Things to See & Do
Here’s an overview of some of the best things to see and do in Oslo
Viking Ship Museum
The Viking Museum is the top museum in Oslo but is unfortunately closed until 2026. Still, we have a guide so you can see what it looks like inside.
Oslo Guides
Find guides to Oslo on our online store.
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Oslo City Centre Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Akershus Fortress Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Akerselva River Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Oslo to Trondheim on the E6
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The Bergen Railway Guidebook
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Norway in a Nutshell Guidebook
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Oslo to Bergen on the E16 Highway
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Grønland in Oslo Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Hikes, Day Trips & Experiences
Looking to go for a hike or take part in a unique experience? Here are our recommendations!
Ekeberg Sculpture PArk
Located a short tram ride out of the city centre, Ekeberg is an outdoor sculpture park for modern artwork.
Road-Trips
Follow our road-trip guides for scenic trips around Oslo
Oslo to Aurland
This drive follows the main highway from Oslo across to Western Norway
Oslo to Trondheim on the E6
The E6 is the major highway running along the coast of Norway.
Oslo to Bergen on the E16
The E16 is one of the main highways running between Bergen and Oslo.
Self-Guided Walks
No self-guided walks are currently available for Oslo
Christiania, Oslo's Old Town
Here’s our self-guided walk for the historic area of Christiania.
Akershus Fortress
Follow our self-guided walk around the grounds of Akershus Fortress.
Grønland
Grønland is Oslo’s multicultural community, but it is also a historic neighbourhood. Follow our self-guided walk below.
Gamle Oslo Ruins
This short self-guided walk takes you past the historic sites in Gamle Oslo.
Oslo on YouTube
Watch our YouTube videos featuring Oslo
Oslo City Centre Walking Tour
Follow me around Oslo city centre during the sunset. This walk passes the most popular attractions in Oslo.
Akerselva River Walk
The Akerselva River is one of the most beautiful places in Oslo to go for a walk. Join me from the top of the river down to the city centre.
Uniquely Oslo
Here are some things that you must do and try in Oslo
BygDØY museums
Oslo is home to Norway’s major museums, and they are conveniently located on a peninsula called Bygdøy.
Vigeland Sculpture Park
The most visited place in Norway, the Vigeland Sculpture Park is a free park containing the works of Gustav Vigeland.
History of Oslo
We have a special section dedicated to the history of Oslo. You can find it below.
Oslo Today
Oslo is the economic and governmental centre of Norway. It is also a hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping. The city is home to many companies within the maritime sector, some of which are among the world’s largest shipping companies.
Travel Information
Getting Here
Oslo is the major hub of Norway, so there are connections in every form.
Getting Around
The name of the Oslo public transportation company is Ruter.
Shops
Places to Eat
Cafes & Bakeries
Quick Bites
Reasonable Restaurants
High End & Unique Eats
Places to Stay
We have a special section for where to stay in Oslo, which you can find below.
Sunrise/Sunset & Weather Averages
January
Sunrise: 9:04am
Sunset: 3:48pm
Average Temperature: -2.3 (28F)
February
Sunrise: 7:55am
Sunset: 5:07pm
Average Temperature: -1.9C (29F)
March
Sunrise: 6:34am
Sunset: 6:18pm
Average Temperature: 1.3C (34.3F)
April
Sunrise: 6:01am
Sunset: 8:34pn
Average Temperature: 6.2C (43.2F)
May
Sunrise: 4:40am
Sunset: 9:47pm
Average Temperature: 11.4C (52.5F)
June
Sunrise: 3:54am
Sunset: 10:40pm
Average Temperature: 15.3C (59F)
July
Sunrise: 4:20am
Sunset: 10:23pm
Average Temperature: 17C (64F)
August
Sunrise: 5:30am
Sunset: 9:10pm
Average Temperature: 16.4C (61.5F)
September
Sunrise: 6:44am
Sunset: 7:39pm
Average Temperature: 12.1C (53F)
October
Sunrise: 7:55am
Sunset: 6:09pm
Average Temperature: 6.5C (43.7F)
November
Sunrise: 8:13am
Sunset: 3:48pm
Average Temperature: 2.1C (35.8F)
December
Sunrise: 9:12am
Sunset: 3:10pm
Average Temperature: -1.4C (29.5F)
All Posts About Oslo
Oslo’s Historic City Centre: The Ruins of Gamle Oslo
Here you can find the ruins from the first settlement of Oslo, 800 years ago.
Drive it Yourself: Oslo to Bergen on the E16
View our guide to the scenic drive between Bergen and Oslo.
Where to Stay in Oslo (From a Tour Leaders Perspective)
Here’s our list of recommendations for where to stay in Oslo.
Industrial Heritage Along Oslo’s Akerselva River
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Drive it Yourself: Oslo to Trondheim on the E6
Take the major highway E6 between Oslo and Trondheim.