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City exploration game
Oslo Old Town: Viking Tales
4.5Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 75 min 5 km Oslo App-guided
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EnglishGerman
The experience
About this quest
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!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
First-time visitors, couples and families with school-age children can take in Oslo's 1,000-year history in one walk, playing Viking king Harald Hardrada and solving clues at City Hall, the Royal Palace, Parliament and Oslo Cathedral over about 5 km and close to three hours. Toddlers, or anyone who would rather quiz a live guide than solve puzzles on a phone, will be happier with something shorter.
What makes this quest special
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
From people who played this quest
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Oslo
A · Start
Rådhusgata 30B, 0151 Oslo, Norway
B · Finish
Scandinavian Star Memorial, Akershusstranda 0150, 0150 Oslo, Norway
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Craig Malpass.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Craig Malpass
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Kid friendly
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there an old town in Oslo, and does this quest cover it?
This quest treats Oslo's historic centre as its old town. It starts at Christiania Torv and walks past City Hall, the Royal Palace, the University of Oslo, Parliament and Oslo Cathedral, telling stories from the capital's 1,000-year history as you play the role of Harald Hardrada.
Where does the quest start and finish?
You start at Christiania Torv and finish at the Scandinavian Star Memorial. Along the way you pass the Nobel Peace Center, City Hall, the King Haakon Statue, the Royal Palace, Parliament, Oslo Cathedral and the Norway Resistance Museum. It is not a loop, so plan your onward trip from the memorial.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take close to three hours, including walking and solving the puzzles at each stop. The route covers about 5 km through central Oslo. Because you can pause and continue later, you can split it with a lunch or café break.
Is it good for kids?
Yes, it is tagged as kid friendly and recommended for families. It suits school-age children best, who can help solve clues while following the Viking king story. The length of close to three hours and about 5 km may be a lot for very young children.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
One ticket covers the whole group playing together on a phone. There is no guide and no group to join, so you start whenever you like, with no time slot to book. It is best played during the day, and you can pause and continue later.
What’s the storyline behind Viking Tales?
You step into the role of King Harald Hardrada, Norway’s last great Viking ruler. Rumours of threats—invaders, plague, rumors from beyond—have shaken Oslo. Odin sends you back from Valhalla to reclaim your Viking legacy and face these challenges.
Which historic spots in Oslo will I actually visit?
You’ll walk about 5 km, stopping by Christiania Torv, the Royal Palace, City Hall (where the Nobel Peace Prize is handed out), and Akershus Fortress, among others. Landmarks + Vikings = great mix.
Is this kid-friendly? Can older kids enjoy Vikings + history?
Yes, kids from ~10+ usually do great. The story is exciting, not scary. There’s myth, puzzles, sweeping history. Also good for families who like interactive learning.
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Viking-age context
Separate the Viking imagination from documented Norwegian history
Viking-era Norway is known through archaeology, ships, objects, trade and political change, not only through later myths. Oslo’s Historical Museum preserves major Viking-age material, while the city’s oldest central quarters tell a later urban story. The quest’s tales are fictional, but they offer a useful prompt to distinguish evidence from legend. Playable languages: English, German.
