Food Tours in Oslo: 11 That Earn the Trip North

1.Grünerløkka Food & Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 161 reviews · from $126Our pick

Walk about 2 km from Mathallen through Grünerløkka with an English-speaking guide such as Christian, Shaf or Katarina. Taste wild game, brunost, waffles, cinnamon bun and Norwegian drinks while learning how Oslo’s old industrial quarter became a creative food district. Vegetarian, alcohol-free and gluten-free options need advance notice.

“I loved the little bits of history and information about the city as well”

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2.Electric Boat Cruise with Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 117 reviews · from $87Best value

Spend 2.5 hours aboard Brim Explorer’s electric boat, gliding from Aker Brygge past Oslo’s Opera House, Dyna Fyr, and Akershus Fortress. You’ll receive a welcome drink, a seasonal sweet and savory brunch, and time on the sundeck or in the warm indoor saloons. Vegetarian and dietary requests are possible with advance notice.

“Great organisation Very nice tour and the brunch was nice Very nice to be able to do some sightseeing on Xmas day”

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3.Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $172

Spend three hours walking from Oslo’s Tiger sculpture through Youngstorget and Grünerløkka, stopping for fish soup, Norwegian specialties, and waffles with brown cheese. Small groups of up to 10 make it easy to chat with guides such as Idunn, Annie, or Margarita. Expect hills, good shoes, and drinks purchased separately.

“We loved our tour with Eden! It really fits the description - tucked away treats and history in Oslo that you would never stumble upon otherwise, and while still in Oslo it was nice to have a few quieter hours away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. We had excellent food and felt the walking amount was very reasonable. Key to know that the tour ends about 25-30 minute walk from where it starts, so either just prepare for that ahead of time or plan to catch the tram back into town! Would definitely recommend to friends and family!”

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4.Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems of Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 60 reviews · from $186

Start at Oslo Central Station with an English-speaking guide such as Margarita or Ingunn, then walk about 4 kilometers through quieter parts of Oslo. You’ll stop at three local restaurants for fish soup, Norwegian specialties, freshly baked bread, brown cheese, and waffles near a waterfall. The small group is limited to 10 people.

“Ingunn was sick, so we had Margarita as our guide, and she was also very knowledgable. This tour was a great balance between walking tour and food tour. We got to try a fish soup, three kinds of salad, and waffles at various stops. I never would have visited the parts of the city we went to on the tour, which was perfect.”

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5.Food Tasting and Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $147

Spend about 3.5 hours walking Oslo with a local guide, sampling fish, farm cheeses, cured meat, seasonal dishes, beer, aquavit, and a brown-cheese waffle. You’ll visit Mathallen market, stroll beside the Akerselva River, and explore a student neighborhood. English and Spanish tours are available, with guides such as Alex, Kevin, Eduardo, Ivana, and Minji.

“We loved our day with Minji on the food tour! The five food stops covered a broad range of food in Oslo. We particularly loved our first stop, which was at a lunch restaurant. We were served a substantial portion of elk, moose, reindeer, fish, and local vegetables. Minji was delightful and we truly enjoyed getting to know her. Minji was delightful and we truly enjoyed getting to know her. We highly recommend this tour!”

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6.Oslo Fjord Brunch & Bubbles Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $90

Set out from Rådhusbrygge 2 at 1:30 pm for a 2.5-hour Oslo Fjord cruise aboard a hybrid-electric boat. You’ll enjoy a locally inspired brunch, one included glass of bubbles, indoor and outdoor seating, and views of Dyna Lighthouse and Oslo’s islands. The boat returns to the starting point.

“Enjoyed the nice glass of bubbly, the cruise and the locally sourced light brunch. The crew was super nice and even though the day was cloudy and a bit rainy, we really enjoyed ourselves. I would definitely recommend this excursion.”

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7.3 Hours Walking Tour for Great Food in Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $164Top rated

Spend about 3 hours 45 minutes walking through Oslo’s Grünerløkka with hosts such as Mathias and Astrid. Sample six Norwegian foods and drinks, from waffles and brown cheese to fish soup, shrimp, cured meats, coffee, beer, or cola. The route includes street art, Akerselva, local history, and the Mathallen food hall.

“A wonderful walk around a beautiful part of Oslo with so much food, both savory & sweet. It was a great experience.”

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8.A Well Balanced History and Food Tour with Focus on the Scandinavian Kitchen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours walking central Oslo with a local guide, often Tanya-Lisa, while learning about Norwegian history and tasting traditional foods. The route includes the Opera, Aker Brygge, City Hall, and Akershus Fortress, with stops that may feature salmon, fish soup, meat, beer, chocolate, and local specialties. Food costs extra.

“The food is good. Guide was not. She started by sending me 8 messages changing time & meeting place twice. She talked non stop repeating herself often and giving us much wrong information. We walked at least 4 miles. At the end sh”

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9.The Oslo Beer Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $136

Start at Youngstorget at 5:30 pm and walk through Oslo’s old side toward Grünerløkka, stopping at four local pubs for seven beer tastings and two cheese-based snacks. Your English-speaking guide adds local history and culture, with a stop at Oslo Food Hall and possible lesser-known spots along the way.

“Great guides - great way to get information - great beer - really enjoyed the experience - thank you”

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10.Oslo Beer and Culture Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $214

Join an English-speaking guide such as Ivan or Shaf for a three-hour Oslo evening of aquavit, Norwegian food, and six to seven beers. Walk from the Nobel Peace Center through central Oslo, stop at a historic pub, then finish at RØØR with a beer specialist and four to five Norwegian craft pours.

“The whole family loved this tour. Shaf was very knowledgeable about Oslo’s and the greater Scandinavian history, and of course knew his beer! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to explore the beer scene in Oslo or those who just want to enjoy a fantastic evening.”

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11.Flavors of Oslo: Food & Beer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · from $165

Start at the Nobel Peace Center and walk through central Oslo with an English-speaking guide. Taste Norwegian pastry, aquavit, seafood, lager, and five 0.2-liter craft beers in a group limited to 10. Bring valid ID, and plan for a three-hour food and drink outing for adults 20 and over.

“Staf was great and locations and offerings were wonderful!”

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