Akershus Castle (Akershus Slott) Tours and Tickets

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While you can enter the Akershus Fortress complex and browse the visitor center for free, admission to Akershus Castle costs 150 kroner for adults or 300 kroner for combined entry, including the Norway Resistance Museum and the Armed Forces Museum. Entry is free for visitors under 18 and Oslo Pass holders.

Most visitors explore Akershus Castle on a self-guided tour using the included audio guide, following the designated route through the landmark. Peek inside the historic dungeons, see the official government rooms still in use today, and visit the Royal Mausoleum, then admire the Castle Church, known for its striking royal sarcophagi.

Group tours of the Akershus Fortress complex led by an English-speaking guide are offered in the summer (June–August), allowing visitors to learn more about the historic castle and other sites. Private tours of Akershus Castle can also be arranged throughout the year by advance booking.

Most visitors to Akershus Castle spend between 45 minutes and an hour exploring the historic castle. However, it’s a good idea to plan extra time to walk around the Akershus Fortress complex, take in the views from the ramparts, or visit the Norway Resistance Museum and the Armed Forces Museum.

Yes, Akershus Castle is an important landmark and provides a fascinating glimpse into Norway’s royal history. You can also walk the ramparts of Akershus Fortress for a magnificent panoramic view over Oslo, or attend a free lunchtime concert in the Castle Church—usually on Wednesdays, but check the schedule before your visit.