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Vika in Oslo

Things to Do in Vika, Oslo

Home to the Royal Palace, Aker Brygge, and Oslo City Hall, with Karl Johans gate nearby hosting major brands, bars, and hotels like the Grand Hotel. The area is walkable and offers access to Slottsparken and the Oslo Concert Hall.

Home to the Royal Palace, Aker Brygge, and Oslo City Hall, with Karl Johans gate nearby hosting major brands, bars, and hotels like the Grand Hotel. The area is walkable and offers access to Slottsparken and the Oslo Concert Hall.

  • Akershus FortressAkershus FortressCastle Museum
  • National MuseumNational MuseumArt Museum
  • Sabi Omakase OsloSabi Omakase OsloSushi
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Top things to do in Vika

  • Akershus Fortress in Vika, Oslo

    Akershus Fortress

    4.5 · 18.0k
    Castle Museum

    Originally constructed in the 13th century, this fort contains 2 military museums & hosts events.

    Every day
    6 AM – 9 PM
  • National Museum in Vika, Oslo

    National Museum

    4.6 · 9.3k
    Art Museum

    Displays of Norwegian paintings & sculptures, with a focus on the 19th century, plus a stylish cafe.

    Mon
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Tue–Wed
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Thu–Fri
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5 PM
  • Nobel Peace Center in Vika, Oslo

    Nobel Peace Center

    4.4 · 5.2k
    Museum

    Museum of the Nobel Peace Prize, Alfred Nobel & other laureates with temporary exhibitions & a shop.

    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Nationaltheatret in Vika, Oslo

    Nationaltheatret

    4.6 · 5.8k
    Theater

    Imposing, 19th-century home to Norwegian theater, with 3 auditoriums hosting classic & new drama.

  • Råkk og Rålls in Vika, Oslo

    Råkk og Rålls

    4.6 · 475
    Specialty Store

    A music shop in Oslo, this store offers a wide selection of Norwegian and international records, CDs, DVDs, posters, and T-shirts across many genres.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Oslo Concert Hall in Vika, Oslo

    Oslo Concert Hall

    4.5 · 2.2k
    Concert Hall

    Modern concert hall with 2 auditoriums hosting eclectic live program, from classical to jazz & pop.

  • Fru Kvist garn, bok og glede! in Vika, Oslo

    Fru Kvist garn, bok og glede!

    4.8 · 295
    Bookstore

    Quaint boutique offering craft books & wooden toys, plus handmade sweaters & knitting supplies.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Total Recovery in Vika, Oslo

    Total Recovery

    4.8 · 102
    Day Spa

    A massage and spa center in Oslo offering various treatments including aroma, couples, and foot massages.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 7 PM
  • Freiabutikken in Vika, Oslo

    Freiabutikken

    4.3 · 295
    Chocolate Shop

    Boutique for a popular brand of Norwegian chocolate, open since 1899 & stocking many gifts.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Vika

  • Sabi Omakase Oslo in Vika, Oslo

    Sabi Omakase Oslo

    Michelin
    Sushi· kr 1,000+

    Just 10 guests can fit around the counter at this intimate Japanese restaurant, where the chef pours his skill and knowledge of Japanese cuisine into serving an impressive omakase menu. Top quality Norwegian fish and shellfish are…

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Dinner Restaurant in Vika, Oslo

    Dinner Restaurant

    4.5 · 2.8k
    Chinese· kr 400–1,000

    Plush, split-level Chinese restaurant, specializing in Sichuan & Cantonese dishes & dim sum.

    Mon–Thu
    3:30 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    3:30 PM – 11:30 PM
    Sat
    3:30 PM – 11:30 PM
    Sun
    3:30 PM – 11 PM
  • Red Rabbit Pub in Vika, Oslo

    Red Rabbit Pub

    5.0 · 258
    Pub· kr 100–200
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    3:30 PM – 1:30 AM
    Fri
    3:30 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    2 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 1 AM
  • Erketunet Gardsbakeri Oslo AS in Vika, Oslo

    Erketunet Gardsbakeri Oslo AS

    4.7 · 319
    Bakery· kr 100–200
    Mon
    7 AM – 6 PM
    Tue–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Kiosken Bar in Vika, Oslo

    Kiosken Bar

    4.5 · 526
    Nightclub· kr 100–200

    Velkommen til Kiosken midt i hjertet av Oslo sentrum, ved rådhusplassen mellom Karl Johan og Aker Brygge. Vi tilbyr god stemning hver dag, og vår erfarne bartender vil sørge for at du får en fantastisk opplevelse. Besøk oss for en morsom…

    Mon–Tue
    8 PM – 3 AM
    Wed–Thu
    4 PM – 3 AM
    Fri
    3 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    8 PM – 3 AM
  • About Contrasts Oslo in Vika, Oslo

    About Contrasts Oslo

    4.9 · 176
    Bistro· kr 200–700

    A vibrant, art-filled space in Oslo that offers coffee, cocktails, and culture, blending culinary tradition with innovation.

    Mon
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Tue–Thu
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Sabi Sushi Vika in Vika, Oslo

    Sabi Sushi Vika

    4.5 · 581
    Sushi· kr 300–700
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    1 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 9 PM

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Map of Vika with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Akershus Fortress
  2. 2National Museum
  3. 3Sabi Omakase Oslo
  4. 4Nobel Peace Center
  5. 5Nationaltheatret
  6. 6Råkk og Rålls
  7. 7Oslo Concert Hall
  8. 8Fru Kvist garn, bok og glede!
  9. 9Total Recovery
  10. 10Dinner Restaurant

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