Myths and Legends of Oslo

Name: Myths and Legends of Oslo
Brand: Viator
Price: 316.72 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (11 reviews)

4.4(11)2 hoursEnglishBook 2 days aheadOslo, Norway

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You will hear stories about Viking gods and beliefs, old myths and legends of Oslo, about famous criminals and ghosts, as well as a few light-hearted tales about both old and modern Norwegian traditions. This two-hour walk lets you see the main sights of the city centre from a fresh angle. The tour starts at City Hall, leads through Kvadraturen, the oldest part of Oslo dating back to the 17th century and continues in Akershus Fortress, which has defended the city for more than 750 years.

Included

Private tour
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges

Not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

What you'll do

Fridtjof Nansens Plass
Roald Amundsens gate 6, Oslo, Norway
We start our tour at the spectacular Oslo City Hall (Fridtjof Nansens plass 2, The Two Swans Fontaine, GPS: 59.912372, 10.733971), and learn about the lives of the gods and the stories of wisdom and love, war and hate, and magnificent visions of the future.
20 min
Radhusplassen
Raadhusplassen 1, Oslo, Norway
The tour continues with stories related to the Norwegian and Oslo´s symbols and legends
10 min
The tour continues with stories related to the places where the Norwegian capita
l was transferred in XVII st, and received its name as Christiania.
15 min
Kvadraturen Neighbourhood
Kvadraturen, Oslo, Norway
The tour continues with stories related to Kvadraturen.
15 min
Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning)
Oslo, Norway
Akershus Fortress is a medieval castle overlooking the Oslo Fjord, built in the late 1200s to protect the city. Over the centuries, it served as a royal residence, a military stronghold, and a prison. You will hear stories about real events and people, as well as myths and unexplained phenomena that people talked about from generation to generation.
40 min

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

The Swan sculpture opposite the main entrance to Oslo City Hall, Fridtjof Nansens plass 2 (The Two Swans Fontaine), GPS: 59.912372, 10.733971.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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