2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

Oslo, Norway

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.2

· Lydia_R ·

Jun 2026

The boat ride was beautiful, even with poor weather. We especially enjoyed the information given over the tannoy, lots of things we didn’t know already! The toilets were clean and the bar had a good selection of drinks as well as a few snacks,

· Ellie_C ·

Jun 2026

Completely worth every penny. Gorgeous views and enough commentary to know what you are looking at without being overwhelmed with information. The drinks on board were reasonably priced as well.

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Overview

Enjoy a sightseeing cruise on the calm waters of the Oslo Fjord (or Oslofjord) for a relaxed way to see the city from a vantage point on the water. As you sail through the fjord, listen to onboard commentary that shares insight into Oslo’s history and the surrounding natural landscape. With multiple departure times available throughout the day, it’s easy to fit this cruise into your sightseeing plans.

Take a break from the city's streets for a relaxed way of sightseeing
Prebooking your cruise ensures your spot onboard ahead of arrival
Choice of morning and afternoon cruise times to suit your schedule
An easy-to-find, central departure point keeps things simple

What's Included

Fjord Sightseeing App with 13 Languages. (Download for free under the name "Oslo Fjord Guide"
Free Ferry ticket to the Museum Pininsula (Bygdøy)
Bar onboard with various drinks for purchase, i.e beers, wine, cocktails, soft drinks, snacks, etc.
Toilet onboard, Audio guide on speaker in English.
Authentic Sailing Ships. Round-trip sightseeing cruise Captain Friendly Crew Warm blankets.

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drink, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Rådhusbrygge 3, Oslo, Norway

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Choose from one of several different start times, and then head to the pier opposite Oslo City Hall to board your boat. Your cruise takes place on Oslo Fjord, the city’s scenic expanse of water, which is bordered by rocky shores and islets as well as the urban sights of Oslo.

Gaze out at the wooded hills that surround the city, passing through sheltered inlets and winding around small islands speckled with summer vacation homes. Learn about the area—its history and geography—from your onboard guide as you cruise.

Afterwards, return to the start point and hop back onto dry land to end your tour.

Oslofjord (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
During winter season:

A day at the Bygdøy Museums and Oslo Fjord Sightseeing:
First join the 2 hour Fjord Sightseeing leaving 10.30.
at 12:20 on Bygdøynes letting passengers off for a 2.5 hours visit to museums, at 14:50 we depart from Bygdøynes arriving 15:00 at City Hall.
Seating is not guaranteed so arrive early to get a seat.( free seating)
The Fjord can be frozen during winter and in this case, the tour will be cancelled free of charg
Entrance Tickets to the museum are not incuded in the fjord sightseeing ticket
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Lollie101

We had a peaceful ride around the fjords with some informative narrations about the sites. The boat had plenty of room, the staff was friendly, and it lasted exactly two hours. They have some refreshments available but they are a bit pricey. We enjoyed the excursion and would recommend it to others.

Reviews

4.2

based on 722 reviews

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Torrential Rain, but Warm Hearts!

SantosFamily88, Jul 2026

The sailing itself was good, but very windy and raining. Of note, on board there are snacks, beverages hot and cold, alcohol, souvenirs for sale mid-ship lower level, as well as bathrooms. The true star of this trip was the WONDERFUL crew on board and on land. Two of our passengers had limited mobility. One fell after exiting the gateway. Did I mention it was still raining?! The crew rushed to help, and ANGELS appeared from inside the building to assist! They offered us shelter, umbrellas, a dry place to wait, and arranged special transport back to our ship. They are the true picture of compassion and warm hearts! Choose this company for the BEST in Oslo!

For those seeking a...

MaryAnn_G, Jun 2026

For those seeking a leisurely and calming afternoon experience lasting at least two hours, this tour is an excellent choice to consider.

Great experience!

Lydia_R, Jun 2026

Completely worth every...

Ellie_C, Jun 2026

Completely worth every penny. Gorgeous views and enough commentary to know what you are looking at without being overwhelmed with information. The drinks on board were reasonably priced as well.

A Must Do Tour!

SherylAnn_S, Jun 2026

This was such a lovely cruise! The rain and gloomy weather did not detract from the experience at all! I'm so happy I went. It's a good way to see the city of Oslo from the fjords.

Enjoyable cruise

Emma_B, May 2026

Really enjoyable. The employees were friendly and we had a great time. Very grateful for the blankets onboard as it was a bit chilly

Fiord Cruise worth it!

kathryn_b, May 2026

Easy way to see the fiord and city sights! Good narration as well - informative . . Warm blankets provided

Nice boat tour

Dale_H, May 2026

Very nice tour of the waterfront and surrounding islands; complete with history as well. We really enjoyed it.

Cruising Oslo in the cold

Jerry_H, May 2026

Pay close attention to the meeting place address. We had two cab drivers that took us to the wrong location. Make sure if you Uber or taxi to the location that you clearly tell the driver it is at Pier 3 across from City Hall. Because the cab drivers could not figure it out, we missed our 1:30 pm cruise. We called Viator who put us in touch with Adam at the ship dock. Adam was fantastic. He explained how to tell the cab driver to find him, our third try got us right there and Adam put us on the 3:30 cruise. We were the last to board. This sailing ship holds a lot of people but was still quite nice. The bar on board had lots of options. The cruise narrator was easy to understand and hear even in the wind. She pointed out lots of sites you won't see from land. We had a great time and would do it again. Especially with Adam there to assist with any problems.

Fantastic tour with a great host

Anna_C, Mar 2026

Everything was fantastic. More than expected and brilliant host, blankets for warmth. Very informative and fun with a humorous twist. Brilliant.

Breathtaking

Jocelyn_P, Feb 2026

I did this tour in the middle of February. The winter scenery was beautiful and breathtaking. Yes, it was cold, but there were plenty of blankets and heaters on the lower deck.

The experience was a...

ADEDOYIN_M, Feb 2026

The experience was a great one, I enjoyed every bit of it. Shoutout to Mentor a great tour guide he was.

Excellent and friendly...

Sue_G, Nov 2025

Excellent and friendly staff, lovely hot chocolate, wonderful trip round the islands even on an overcast day

Cruising the Oslo Fjord.

Ed_G, Oct 2025

The cruise itself was informative and we saw sights that the normal traveler might not see. The 2-hour time was perfect. However, while the old-style ship was interesting (we sat on top aft ship) we found the upkeep to be somewhat lacking. Chairs were broken and felt unsafe and there trash (cigarette butts, paper) strewn about the deck.

Fun Fjord Tour

JoAnna_G, Sep 2025

It was a wonderful experience. Very informative. We had a very nice time. Loved that they had blankets for us.

Fjord at its Finest.

Kevin_L, Sep 2025

Great experience to see sites outside of the Oslo City Center. Everyone should experience this leisurely boat ride.

I had the chance to take...

Jeremy_A, Sep 2025

I had the chance to take the Oslo fjord sailing ship tour yesterday, and despite the damp and rainy weather, it was a wonderful experience. The crew made sure everyone was comfortable with plenty of covered seating and even provided cozy blankets to keep us warm. One of the highlights was enjoying a delicious cup of coffee with Baileys as we sailed past the beautiful scenery. The narration along the way was informative and engaging — I really appreciated learning about the different sites as we passed them, which made the experience both relaxing and educational. The atmosphere was made even more special with music played sporadically throughout the trip, adding a lovely touch to the journey…an interluden if you will. Even in less-than-perfect weather, the fjord was stunning, and being on a traditional-style sailing ship made it feel especially memorable. While the Ship did have masks and sales, we were under motor power the entire voyage. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oslo — it’s a fantastic way to see the city from a different perspective.

Wonderful Trip

Laura_W, Sep 2025

Very informative. Peaceful and very enjoyable. They even had blankets out if you were chilly. Very friendly staff.

Beautiful sights

Jonathan_G, Sep 2025

Wonderful tour! Loved seeing the colorful cabins on the islands near Oslo. We loved learning about the history of Oslo.

Scenic water adventure

Christine_F, Sep 2025

The boat left from a very convenient area for my cruise ship. It wasn’t too far of a walk. The people on the boat were very nice information with nice sites.

Good way to see Oslo Fjord and learn local history.

Thomas_G, Sep 2025

Pay attention to seating options, especially if weather is an issue. Lower level seats have heating as others do not.

Great experience

Jacqueline_C, Sep 2025

Even though it was a bit rainy at first we had a great experience. They have covered areas to sit and blankets to stay warm if needed. We enjoyed this experience very much. Saw a whole other side of Oslo

Tour

Larry_D, Sep 2025

Our tour was at 3:30 but free ferry ticket was of no use at that point. Not clear that we needed to come at start of day to use it. Boat was crowded, tour talk was a tape recording that was hard to hear. Crew was Friendly. Hot chocolate and blankets made a nice touch.

Nice relaxing ride

Alecia_O, Aug 2025

It was pleasant enough but not fantastic. I liked the English guide and many of the facts were so interesting but there’s just so much time taken leaving the harbor. I know it can’t be helped but I guess I was clueless as to what to expect.

A boat trip. That’s all.

Kathy_H, Aug 2025

Quite boring really. Very little commentary. With the benefit of hindsight id have remained in Oslo to continue exploring on foot. Apart from being on water I gained nothing from this trip.

Cute Boat Tour

Luisa_S, Aug 2025

It was a cute experience! Some narration but not much. Definitely got really cold on the way back (they provided blankets) but be sure to bring layers.

Great Oslo boat tour

Judith_P, Aug 2025

Beautiful scenic cruise! Quiet ride, good guide and nice facilities. It was fun to see the harbor and surrounding bay and hear the guide along the way.

Highlight of a sparkling day in Oslo.

BethBraun, Aug 2025

Highlight of a sparkling day in Oslo. The ride was calm; the views impressive; the narration informative, and inspiring on places to go in Oslo (museums, hikes, beaches, restaurants). Great trip!