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Oslo Old Town: Viking Tales

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Journey through modern Oslo and follow the clues to discover the origins, stories and challenges faced across the capital’s 1,000-year history.
 
Play the role of Harald Hardrada – Viking King and founder of Oslo. Visit wonderful sights including the Royal Palace, Parliament and Akershus Fortress whilst unlocking many surprising stories, including how Oslo became the home of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Sharpen your mind as Harald sharpens his sword – get ready to raid the treasured tales of Oslo!
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Craig Malpass

Highlights

  • Learn about Oslo history, from medieval beginnings to its dramatic rebuilding

  • Discover the stories of Norway’s journey to independence from Sweden and Denmark

  • Find out about the Nobel Peace Prize and visit the City Hall where the award is given

  • Make your way to Akershus Fortress, overlooking the fjord and landscape surrounding Oslo

Storyline

You are King Harald Hardrada, founder of Oslo, the most feared warrior of your time and the last Viking King! Yet shocking rumors concerning your city have reached you from beyond the grave and your fierce reputation is under threat!

Could it be true those noisy neighbors – the Swedes and Danes - have invaded Norway? Was your nation really plagued by…the plague? And what is this ‘Peace Prize’ Oslo is famous for? Not very Viking! 

After feasting in the afterlife halls of Valhalla for centuries, you have been sent back to reclaim Norway’s capital by Odin, God of War. For the sake of the Viking legacy…LET BATTLE COMMENCE!

Experience's route

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Starting point Christiania Torv
Rådhusgata 30B, 0151 Oslo, Norway

Places you will visit

11

It will take you

60-90 mins

You will walk

6570 steps

Total distance

5 km

  • Best during the day
  • Kid friendly
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families
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Ratings and Reviews

4.47

405 ratings

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Ian Xu

23 Aug 2025

Andy Huddleston

19 Aug 2025

Blair Fotheringham

17 Aug 2025

Alexandre Longpré

15 Aug 2025
was fun, a good twist on visiting the city, thank you

Rene

06 Aug 2025
Die Story war super und die Sehenswürdigkeiten interessant und gut ausgewählt. Die deutsche Übersetzung ist manchmal nicht ganz richtig, aber zum Glück hat unsere Tochter die englische Version gespielt.

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