Top 8 Fjord Cruises in Oslo

1.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44Our pick

Set out from Oslo Fjordhage, opposite the Opera House, for a 90-minute electric cruise around the inner Oslofjord. You will pass Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Hovedøya, and Oslo’s islands from a warm lounge or fully accessible deck. Download the Voice of Norway app before boarding and bring headphones.

“Really enjoyable tour, the boat was very new and allowed good views all round while remaining warm. (I think it was -6 on my tour) The audio guide was helpful, though a little clunky knowing which parts went for where you are which could have been my fault not understanding it correctly.”

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2.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,390 reviews · from $64

Join Brim Explorer at Rådhusbrygge 2 for a two-hour Oslofjord cruise on the quiet electric Ms Brisen. An English-speaking guide such as Susie, Sarah, or Frederick points out Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, islands, and fjord wildlife. Choose a warm salon or outdoor deck, with snacks and drinks available onboard.

“This was a great experience! I would highly recommend it to my family and friends.”

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3.2-Hour Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 694 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40Best value

Cruise Oslo Fjord for two hours aboard an authentic sailing ship, passing Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, the Opera House, wooded shores, and colorful island cabins. Choose from seven departure times, use the 13-language app, and warm up with blankets or a drink from the onboard bar.

“It's windy, so take a jacket. Lovely views and nice staff. The narration was nice to have to understand historical stuff”

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4.Grand City Sightseeing Tour by Bus with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 647 reviews · 7h 30m · from $152

Spend 7.5 hours touring Oslo by air-conditioned coach and fjord boat. Visit Holmenkollen, Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Fram Museum, and either the Folk Museum or Kon-Tiki Museum. Guides such as Elena, Rita, and Chris add clear stories, humor, and useful local context.

“Boarding a comfortable clean bus on time at a clearly signed meeting point. Driver gave clear message outlining the protocols for behaviour on bus. Guide Christopher introduced himself and outlined the program for the day. Although the full trip was 7.5 hours in duration there was great variety and plenty of rest stops. Christopher was amazingly relaxed and informative. The visits were great.”

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5.Oslo Combo Tour: Grand City Tour and Oslo Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 555 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $161

You’ll tour Oslo with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Vigeland Park, Holmenkollen, the Fram Museum, and a seasonal second museum before a 90-minute Oslo Fjord cruise. Guides such as Elena, Luis, Chris, Christopher, and Rita have been praised for clear storytelling and good humor. Bring lunch and expect plenty of walking.

“Good way to go about Oslo on your first trek. Learned a lot about the city, thw country and it's history. Oslo is big and spread out. You can always go back to specific places to have a more intimate experience. Well organized. Did bus and boat combo.”

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6.Oslo Fjord Cruise with Live Jazz Music & Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 143 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

You’ll sail from Oslo City Hall through narrow fjord channels aboard a traditional wooden ship, with live jazz, warm blankets, and a buffet of shrimp, lemon, bread, mayonnaise, and bread and butter. The three-hour route passes islands, fortresses, summer homes, and Oslo’s main waterway.

“Lucky to have great weather. Had a wonderful evening onboard. Drinks, shrimp buffet and a great entertaining jazz band. Good time had by all!”

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7.Oslo City Highlights with Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

Start at 10:00 with an English-speaking guide and modern coach. See Oslo’s main sights, walk through Vigeland Park, stop at Holmenkollen, then take a silent electric-boat cruise among Oslofjord’s islands. Guides such as Harold, Randi, Christian, and Christoffer have been praised for lively local stories.

“Great walking tour before boat ride.. guide was very knowledgeable.. Beautiful boat, very spacious and roomy.. food was good.. only downside was the audio needing to be on your own devices.. killed the battery”

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8.Oslo To Bergen Self-Guided Full Day Trip with Flåm Railway And Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 69 reviews · from $454

Follow a self-guided route from Oslo to Bergen by train, boat, and bus. Ride the Bergen Railway to Myrdal, descend on the Flåm Railway, cruise the Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord to Gudvangen, then continue by bus and train through Voss. You receive transport tickets and instructions, but no guide accompanies you.

“This is a great way to see the true beauty of Norway. My husband and I (in our 60's) had no trouble navigating the route as everything was spelled out for us. We met many wonderful people during our trip and the scenery was spectacular. I highly recommend this trip.”

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