Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: 24 or 48-Hour Ticket

See Oslo at your own pace, stopping where you want and staying as long as you need.

A 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour of Oslo with stops at the Royal Palace, MUNCH Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park and other major sights. Buses run every 30 minutes from 10am to 4pm, with audio commentary in 10 languages delivered through in-seat modules or your own phone via free Wi-Fi. You exchange your voucher for a pass with City Sightseeing staff or the driver, then board at any stop and ride the full loop or get off and rejoin later. The tour runs seasonally, typically June through October.

The Experience

The red bus completes a full loop in 90 minutes, but you don't have to stay on it. Hop off at the Royal Palace and Karl Johans Gate, spend an hour there, then catch the next bus 30 minutes later. Stop at Vigeland Sculpture Park for the afternoon, or get off near the MUNCH Museum and the Opera House whenever you're ready. The route also passes the Ibsen Museum, Akershus Castle, Oslo City Hall and the Viking Ship Museum, so you can build your own itinerary instead of following someone else's schedule.

Audio commentary plays through in-seat modules in English, Spanish, Italian, French and four other languages, or you can stream it on your phone using the free Wi-Fi and a QR code. Bring your own headphones or borrow a recyclable headset with adapters for iPhone and Android — just return it when you're done. The buses are wheelchair accessible, with storage for collapsible chairs and designated space for strollers, though boarding requires a ramp or single step and the upper deck has several stairs.

Your ticket is valid for either 24 or 48 hours from the time you first board, so you can start at any stop across the city. Cruise passengers find buses waiting on the pier at Filipstad and Oslo Cruise Terminal, or staff meet guests at Revierkaia and Langkaia. Buses run in all weather, so dress for the season — the tour typically operates June through October, with some dates subject to disruption from local events or roadworks.

What’s included

• 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.
• audio guide in 10 languages via in-seat modules or your phone with free Wi-Fi.
• borrowable headsets with adapters for iPhone and Android.
• discounts on selected attractions and entries.
• stops near the Royal Palace, MUNCH Museum, Vigeland Sculpture Park, Akershus Castle, Viking Ship Museum and other major sights.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe

Is this one for you?Choose the 48-hour ticket if you want to spread your sightseeing across two days and linger at museums or parks without rushing; the 24-hour option works if you're in Oslo for a single day and want to cover the main sights in one loop and a few stops.

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Top questions

Can I get off the bus and rejoin it later on the same ticket?

Yes. Your ticket is valid for the full 24 or 48 hours from your first boarding, so you can hop off at any stop, spend as long as you want there, and catch the next bus when you're ready — they run every 30 minutes.

What languages does the audio guide come in?

The audio guide is available in 10 languages: English, Spanish, Italian, French and six others. You listen through in-seat modules or stream it on your own phone via the free Wi-Fi onboard.

Where does the bus stop near the MUNCH Museum?

The red route stops near the MUNCH Museum and the Opera House at the same stop, making it easy to visit either or both without arranging separate transport.

Do I need to pick up my ticket at a specific location?

You exchange your voucher or digital ticket with City Sightseeing staff or the bus driver before or when you board. You can start at any stop on the route, and cruise passengers can board directly at the cruise terminals where staff await.

What happens if I want to visit attractions like the Viking Ship Museum or Vigeland Sculpture Park?

The bus stops near these attractions, and your hop-on hop-off ticket includes discounts on selected entries. Entry fees are separate unless you add them at checkout when you book your ticket.

Is the bus accessible for people with mobility needs?

The bus is wheelchair accessible with storage for collapsible wheelchairs (subject to space and availability) and designated stroller space. Boarding requires a ramp or single step, and accessing the upper deck involves several stairs.