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.

  • Akershus FortressCastle Museum
  • National MuseumArt Museum
  • Sabi Omakase OsloSushi

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Vika in Oslo

Top things to do in Vika

  • Akershus Fortress

    Akershus Fortress

    4.5 · 17.9k
    Castle Museum

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

    Every day
    6 AM – 9 PM
  • National Museum

    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

    Nobel Peace Center

    4.4 · 5.1k
    Museum

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

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Nationaltheatret

    Nationaltheatret

    4.6 · 5.7k
    Theater

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

  • Råkk og Rålls

    Råkk og Rålls

    4.6 · 467
    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

    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!

    Fru Kvist garn, bok og glede!

    4.8 · 293
    Bookstore

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

  • Total Recovery

    Total Recovery

    4.8 · 101
    Day Spa

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

  • Freiabutikken

    Freiabutikken

    4.3 · 292
    Chocolate Shop

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

  • Det Norske Teatret

    Det Norske Teatret

    4.6 · 1.2k
    Theater

    Contemporary theater with 3 stages, presenting new & classic, Norwegian & international drama.

Where to eat & drink in Vika

  • Sabi Omakase 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

    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

    Red Rabbit Pub

    5.0 · 168
    Pub· kr 100–200
  • Erketunet Gardsbakeri Oslo AS

    Erketunet Gardsbakeri Oslo AS

    4.7 · 298
    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

    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–Thu
    8 PM – 3 AM
    Fri
    7 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    7 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    8 PM – 3 AM
  • Sabi Sushi Vika

    4.4 · 567
    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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