Celebrate the season with a festive walking tour through central Oslo, blending holiday cheer with culture, history, and folklore.

Your journey begins at the Opera House, one of Oslo’s most iconic landmarks, before continuing past the Cathedral, Parliament, National Theatre, the majestic Royal Palace, and City Hall. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating insights into Norwegian Christmas traditions, from the foods served on Christmas Eve to how Oslo dresses up for the season.

To make the experience magical, your guide also introduces you to beloved stories from Norwegian folklore. You’ll hear about Julenissen (the Norwegian Santa Claus), mischievous trolls said to roam on Christmas Eve, and even the tradition of the Christmas log, explained during the tour. The walk also includes a cosy moment when your guide reads aloud a classic Norwegian Christmas fairy tale from a traditional storybook.

The walk concludes at Oslo’s enchanting Christmas Market, where twinkling stalls overflow with crafts, gifts, and seasonal cheer. 

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With festive flavours, iconic landmarks, and enchanting myths and legends, Julefeiring: Oslo Christmas Walking Tour offers a heartwarming blend of education, tradition, and seasonal magic.

Includes

• Guided city and Christmas markets tour

• Cup of non-alcoholic gløgg

• Smultringer (Norwegian Christmas doughnuts)

• Kransekake (traditional almond ring cake)

• A festive holiday gift

• Experienced English-speaking guide

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Important information

• The tour runs in all weather — please dress warmly for winter conditions

• If you plan to buy alcoholic beverages at the markets, carry valid ID

• The legal drinking age in Norway is 18, though some venues only serve guests over 21