Discover Royal Palace and stroll palace grounds
Oslo, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoOslo, Norway
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
8°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures to oslo, with average highs of 18°c and lows around 8°c, high crowds, peak season
8°C – 18°C, june brings warmer temperatures to oslo, with average highs of 18°c and lows around 8°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Embark on a walk tour across Royal Palace and Palace Park.
Experience a stroll around Royal Palace and Palace Park with this virtual tour.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-8--3°C
Cold temperatures with snow; slightly longer daylight hours than January.
Cold temperatures with snow; slightly longer daylight hours than January.
Closed
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park remain accessible.
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park remain accessible.
Not recommended
February continues the winter season with cold temperatures and snow. The palace interiors remain closed, but the grounds offer a peaceful setting. Suitable for those who enjoy winter scenery.
February continues the winter season with cold temperatures and snow. The palace interiors remain closed, but the grounds offer a peaceful setting. Suitable for those who enjoy winter scenery.
March
MEDIUM
-8--2°C
Transition from winter to spring; temperatures start to rise, but snow may still be present.
Transition from winter to spring; temperatures start to rise, but snow may still be present.
Closed
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park remain accessible.
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park remain accessible.
Not recommended
March marks the transition to spring with slightly warmer temperatures. While the palace interiors are still closed, the grounds begin to thaw, offering early signs of spring. Ideal for visitors seeking a balance between winter and spring experiences.
March marks the transition to spring with slightly warmer temperatures. While the palace interiors are still closed, the grounds begin to thaw, offering early signs of spring. Ideal for visitors seeking a balance between winter and spring experiences.
April
MEDIUM
3-11°C
Milder temperatures with blooming nature; extended daylight hours.
Milder temperatures with blooming nature; extended daylight hours.
Closed
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park are open and vibrant with spring colors.
Interior tours are closed; palace grounds and park are open and vibrant with spring colors.
Recommended
April brings pleasant weather and blooming gardens. While interior tours are not available, the palace grounds are beautiful and less crowded. A good time for visitors seeking mild weather and outdoor activities.
April brings pleasant weather and blooming gardens. While interior tours are not available, the palace grounds are beautiful and less crowded. A good time for visitors seeking mild weather and outdoor activities.
May
MEDIUM
5-15°C
May in Oslo experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C. The city receives moderate rainfall, averaging 81 mm over approximately 14 days. With about 241 hours of sunshine, May offers ample daylight for outdoor activities.
May in Oslo experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C. The city receives moderate rainfall, averaging 81 mm over approximately 14 days. With about 241 hours of sunshine, May offers ample daylight for outdoor activities.
Closed
The Royal Palace is not open for public tours in May. Guided tours typically commence in late June and run through mid-August.
The Royal Palace is not open for public tours in May. Guided tours typically commence in late June and run through mid-August.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it a good time to visit Oslo. However, the Royal Palace's interior tours are not available during this month. Visitors can still enjoy the palace grounds and other outdoor attractions.
May offers pleasant weather and moderate crowd levels, making it a good time to visit Oslo. However, the Royal Palace's interior tours are not available during this month. Visitors can still enjoy the palace grounds and other outdoor attractions.
How to get there
Metro
Recommended
All metro lines converge at Nationaltheatret station, a 6-minute walk from the palace grounds.
Train
Recommended
Trains to Nationaltheatret station from Oslo Central Station (Oslo S) and other locations, a short walk from the palace.
Walking
Recommended
The palace is easily accessible on foot from Oslo Central Station via Karl Johans gate, a 15-20 minute walk.
Bus
Numerous bus routes, including lines 30, 31, 37, 70, and 160, stop at Nationaltheatret bus stop, a short walk from the palace.
Car
Limited parking is available near the palace. Public and private parking garages, such as Royal P-Hus, are available in the city center.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available for direct travel to the palace; a ride from Oslo Central Station takes about 6 minutes.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
