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Best Norway Walking Tours — Our Top 15

23 walks  ·  from $14 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 norway walking tours worth the money, each with its price, its walkers’ verdict and the one thing to know before you turn up.

Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour - Hovedøya: abbey stones and open fjord views
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Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

1.Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,713 reviews · 4 hours · from $69Our pick

Spend four hours island hopping from Oslo with an English-speaking guide such as Shaf, Patrick, Giovanni, or Carolina. Walk about 7 km across Hovedøya and two seasonal island stops, see abbey ruins, beaches, old military sites, and colorful cabins, then return by ferry with fjord views.

“The guide, Giovanni, was very friendly, joyful and a pleasant to be around, while also providing us with useful information about the city and the fjords. The tour goes on to 2 islands and even in winter weather was pleasant. Would highly recommend.”

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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour - Bergenhus Fortress puts Norway’s story in place
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Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

2.Bergen: Past & Present Small Group Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,609 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

Spend two hours with a local English or German speaking guide exploring Bergenhus Fortress, Bryggen, old lanes, Fløibanen, and residential streets. Guides such as Jeff, Janine, Emma, and Anais mix Norwegian history with advice on cafes, restaurants, photo spots, and daily life in Bergen.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Jeff even though it was pouring rain throughout our whole time walking. Jeff was very knowledgeable about the city and he happily shared many stories and anecdotes about his time there. We loved seeing the city through the eyes of a local and learnt a lot during our walk with him. Was very grateful for his food recommendations around the city as well! Thank you for such a great walk!”

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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present - Starting at Bergenhus Fortress and the old royal center
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Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

3.Walking Tour in Bergen of the Past and Present

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,575 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33Top rated

See Bergen with a local guide such as Jeff, Janine, Dane, Emma, or Anaïs. In two hours, you’ll connect the fortress and Bryggen with hillside homes, Norwegian daily life, hiking culture, food, and the Fish Market. It is outdoors, English-language, and capped at 16 people.

“Anais did a great job, even went a little longer to get it all in. Would highly recommend, gave us lots of ideas to explore”

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Bergen: City Tour on Foot - Starting at the Fish Market and Vågen
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Bergen: City Tour on Foot

4.Bergen: City Tour on Foot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,327 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Walk from Bergen’s Fish Market through Vågen, historic streets, and the Hanseatic quarter of Bryggen before finishing at St. Mary’s Church. Guides including Martin, Mark, Neal, and Nial mix history, music, humor, food tips, and present-day Bergen life in a relaxed two-hour route.

“Martin was FANTASTIC. Very informative, engaging and knowledgeable. He knows a lot more than the tour offers so ask away!”

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Oslo: Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide - The Opera House and Oslo’s modern face
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Oslo: Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide

5.Guided Walking Tour of Central Oslo with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 936 reviews · 2 hours · from $14Best value

Meet at the Tiger by Oslo Central Station for a two-hour English walking tour with Nordic Freedom Tours. Guides such as Daniel, Marta, Camille, and Alexia mix Oslo history, local tips, humor, and landmark views from the Opera House to the Royal Palace.

“Amazing! Learned a lot from Daniel. He’s the best!”

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Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping - Hovedøya: monastery ruins and wooded paths
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Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping

6.Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 570 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Spend 3.5 hours walking Hovedøya and a cabin island in the Oslo Fjord with a small group of up to 15. Guides such as Giovanni, Patrick, and Christian share local history, island life, and practical Oslo insight. Ferries are included, but bring lunch from April to September.

“Great experience for our first time to Oslo. Our guide, Giovani, was super knowledgeable and he made the tour both fun and informative.”

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Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour - Starting at University Square or the Nobel Peace Center
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Oslo: Best of Oslo Walking Tour

7.Best of Oslo Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 458 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Spend two hours walking Oslo with a live English or German guide. You’ll pass Parliament, Karl Johan Street, the Opera House, Christiania Torv, Akershus Fortress, City Hall, Aker Brygge, and Tjuvholmen, then keep exploring with the included audio-guide app.

“Oliver was brilliant, very knowledgeable and lots of information ( but not just stats and facts ) about Oslo and Norway in general would definitely recommend”

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City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot - Why this short walk works in Bergen
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City Walking Tour – Bergen On Foot

8.City Walking Tour – Bergen On Foot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 436 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31

Walk Bergen’s center and Bryggen with Martin, Neal, or another Martins Bergen Tours guide. In two hours, you’ll connect the fish trade, Hanseatic merchants, Edvard Grieg, Henrik Ibsen, World War II, and present-day life. The English-language tour ends near St. Mary’s Church.

“Our friendly guide Martin shared the history and highlights of Bergen. We enjoyed walking around and taking in the views. Martin also gave us a list of things to do in Bergen which was nice to have. Would definitely recommend this tour :)”

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Oslo: Historic Myths & Legends Evening Walking Tour - Starting beside Oslo City Hall
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Oslo: Historic Myths & Legends Evening Walking Tour

9.Historic Myths & Legends Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Meet your English-speaking guide by the Swans fountain at Oslo City Hall for a two-hour evening walk through Christiania Torv, Akershus Fortress, Bankplassen, and Oslo Cathedral. Hear Norse myths, local folklore, prison tales, and crime stories from guides such as Maria and Anastasia.

“We had a great evening hearing all about Oslo's myths and ledgends. Our guide was very enthousiastic about her town and country, and the stories were captivating. We loved seeing Oslo in the evening, all lit up. We were lucky to have an amazing sunset - the sky was on fire!”

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Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat - St. Mary’s Church and Bergen’s change
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Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat

10.Discover Bergen on Foot and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Walk Bergen with guides Don or Ani from the Fish Market through Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, and central squares, then take a 30-minute ferry for harbor views. This small-group tour costs $48.44, runs about two hours, and suits first-time visitors who want history, orientation, and local tips.

“Don is a pro… he knows EVERYTHING about Bergen, and he makes it all so much fun!! Great to get the boat experience to really see town. This guide is the way to go.”

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Bergen: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Ferry Ride - Starting at the Tourist Information Centre
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Bergen: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

11.Bergen: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 296 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Join a small English-speaking group with guides such as Don or Ani for a two-hour walk through Bergen's old center, followed by a 30-minute ferry ride. Expect Bryggen, St. Mary's Church, cobbled lanes, local history, harbor views, and useful advice for the rest of your visit.

“The Anni was the best for this job! He said so much about Bergen He gave his best on an rainy day like today”

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Bergen: Private Walking Tour with a Local - Meeting your Lokafyer in central Bergen
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Bergen: Private Walking Tour with a Local

12.Bergen: Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 263 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $70

Meet a Lokafyer at a central Bergen location, your hotel, or a nearby café, then shape a private two to six hour walk around your interests. Guides such as Tommy and Jana have tailored routes toward local neighborhoods, history, food, art, and scenic views.

“It was awesome. Tommy was the best guide you could have show you around. Enjoyed it a lot!”

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Oslo: Private Walking Tour with a Local - What the first two hours can cover
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Oslo: Private Walking Tour with a Local

13.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 263 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $70

Meet a Lokafyer at Oslo Cathedral, the Tiger, your hotel, or another central spot, then shape a private walk around your interests. Guides such as Bimala, Neil, and Karine have helped visitors find city highlights, local neighborhoods, food tips, murals, and everyday Oslo life.

“Havi was so knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Great to have one on one guide”

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Oslo: Snowy Forest Torchlight Walk with Campfire - The first view over Oslo
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Oslo: Snowy Forest Torchlight Walk with Campfire

14.Snowy Forest Torchlight Walk with Campfire

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 254 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93

Meet your English speaking guide outside Backstube Opera, ride the metro to Frognerseteren, and walk through snowy woods above Oslo. You’ll enjoy city views, a campfire, hot drinks, waffles, and marshmallows before a roughly 45 minute torch walk. Guides may include Miles, Lynn, Suzi, or Mustafa.

“Great experience, we weren't expecting so much snow it was lovely. Miles was our tour guide, excellent knowledge of the area. great guide. we enjoyed the tram ride to the location. it was lovely walking through the woods with the torch lights, & loved the campfire, hot chocolate & waffles. we would highly recommend this trip.”

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Food and Culture walk - Walking into Bryggen and Bergen’s trading past
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Food and Culture walk

15.Food and Culture walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 243 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $123

Start at Bergen’s Tourist Information at 12:30 pm and follow a local guide through the Fish Market, Bryggen, and lesser-known corners of town. Expect fish cake, brown cheese, dried cod, soup, apple drink, and beer, plus stories from guides such as Ole, Frida, and Serena. Maximum 15 people.

“Great tour with lots of interesting information and a great guide. Food was tasty and the story behind them good history.”

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