Taste of Oslo Walking Tour
Oslo, Norway

Taste of Oslo Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 68 4.3 · 341 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $148
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Outty Ranking

68/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.3/5

Based on 341 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Taste of Oslo Walking Tour worth booking?

Taste of Oslo Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Oslo, Norway, from $148 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 341 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (341)
Duration
2 hours
From
$148 per person

A Taste of Oslo: Uncover Authentic Norwegian Flavors* Craving real Norwegian food? In a city buzzing with international restaurants, finding genuine local flavors can be a challenge—but we’ve done the work for you! On this walking tour, we take you beyond the tourist traps to *hidden gems, historic eateries, and modern spots* where Oslo’s true culinary heart beats. Why This Tour?* *5 Handpicked Tastings* – From smoky salmon and hearty brunost (brown cheese) to sweet waffel, we’ve curated a delicious lineup. *Local Insights* – Learn why these dishes matter, where they come from, and how to spot the real deal. *Off-the-Beaten-Path Stops* – No generic tourist spots—just authentic bites in places locals love. A Sneak Peek of Tastings ✔ *Fresh Norwegian seafood* – Taste why our cold waters make it world-class. ✔ *Traditional cured meats & cheeses* – A bite of real Norwegian farm life. ✔ *Sweet & buttery treats* – The perfect finish to your food adventure.

What you get

    About this experience

    A Taste of Oslo: Uncover Authentic Norwegian Flavors* Craving real Norwegian food? In a city buzzing with international restaurants, finding genuine local flavors can be a challenge—but we’ve done the work for you! On this walking tour, we take you beyond the tourist traps to *hidden gems, historic eateries, and modern spots* where Oslo’s true culinary heart beats. Why This Tour?* *5 Handpicked Tastings* – From smoky salmon and hearty brunost (brown cheese) to sweet waffel, we’ve curated a delicious lineup. *Local Insights* – Learn why these dishes matter, where they come from, and how to spot the real deal. *Off-the-Beaten-Path Stops* – No generic tourist spots—just authentic bites in places locals love. A Sneak Peek of Tastings ✔ *Fresh Norwegian seafood* – Taste why our cold waters make it world-class. ✔ *Traditional cured meats & cheeses* – A bite of real Norwegian farm life. ✔ *Sweet & buttery treats* – The perfect finish to your food adventure.

    What's included

    Included

    • Guiding services
    • Norwegian Farmers Food Tasting
    • Dessert (a Norwegian waffle served with brown cheese or strawberry jam. Coffee or tea is also included if desired)
    • Beer Tasting
    • Tasting at 4 different places
    • Norwegian traditional meals

    Not included

    • Please read carefully the tour information
    • Hotel pickup has a price of 70 Kr (cash)
    • Leave a phone number with the country code in case we need to contact you if something changes or check your Viator inbox one day before the tour starts.
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Karl Johans Gate

      ...

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Stop by the Government headquarters and hear an important sotry about Norwegian recent past

      15 minutes here

    3. Our Saviour's Memorial Cemetery

      Walk through this historical cemetery

      30 minutes here

    4. Damstredet

      Walk the cobble stones of the 1800's street

      15 minutes here

    5. Akerselva River

      Hear the stories of the city's river

      10 minutes here

    6. Mathallen Oslo

      Enjoy the tastings of cheeses, cured meats and beers in this hip town food hall

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Oslo

    The meeting point is close to the main church called " DOMKIRKE"  ..The meeting point is actually on the Tram stop called Stortorvet and is a shop called NARVESEN. Guide will be waiting right there.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Oslo Tour

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum drinking age is 18 years for beer
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
    • Minimum of 2 participants required per tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund
    • If there are any food allergies or dietary requirements (vegetarian) we should be aware of, please inform us during the booking process. Please note that you must be able to eat fish or/and cheese to have any benefit form this tour
    • If you dislike beer, we can arrange a glass of Norwegian soda or cider or international wine, just inform us upon booking or tell your guide once you meet him/her
    • We have visit different vendors so special requirements are not in our hands 100%

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 340 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    340 verified traveler reviews for Taste of Oslo Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    240
    4 star
    38
    3 star
    21
    2 star
    8
    1 star
    33
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    Cynthia_P · October 2026

    No Food Tour Tour

    Our tour guide never showed. We waited and texted the tour company and Viator until 2:45 (tour was to start at 2:00pm). Very disappointed and would not trust booking with this company.

    via Viator

    Josh_B · October 2026

    Guide Never Showed

    We arrived at the meeting spot (which is already confusing because the instructions provide 3 different spots) 20 minutes in advance. 10 minutes until the tour was supposed to start, we started walking around the meeting location and spotted the other pair who were also in the tour. The start time came and went, and our guide was nowhere to be found. After 8 minutes, I reached out to the operator via Viator, and received no response. 20 minutes after the tour was supposed to start, we decided to not waste any more of our time and went to go find our own food. Because the guide has been unresponsive, I now have to work with Viator to receive a refund. Our tour was scheduled for a Monday, but the market the tour is supposed to include is closed on Mondays. Several reviews now mention their guide never showing up - trust them. Book something else to avoid wasting your time.

    via Viator

    Alec_L · October 2026

    Beware! Tour Guide May Not Show

    The tour guide did not even bother arriving at the scheduled time. The company didn't send an email informing us of the situation, either. Very unprofessional behavior. Have requested a refund through Viator. Seek out other tours if you can.

    via Viator

    X2210FFjohns · October 2026

    Lousy company

    Don’t use them , guide never showed up , no communication

    via Tripadvisor

    christinaaA2259KF · September 2026

    TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE

    This was such a deeply disappointing experience with TripAdvisor/Viator. Our instructions were for us to show up at 2PM at the address. We showed up, and no one was there. We waited around for 35 minutes, tried all manner of contacting the tour guide, the company, and then finally Trip Advisor, and got nothing. We have been on food tours in Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Cairo, Istanbul, and Paris. To be in Norway, with my Norwegian family, and have this happen was terrible.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $148 to $1,600
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    119
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by The Oslo Tour, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.7.

    See everything The Oslo Tour runs

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)51
    Review evidence (18% weight)88
    Booking momentum (14% weight)86
    Value for money (12% weight)57
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)22
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Taste of Oslo Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oslo.

    How much does Taste of Oslo Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $148 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oslo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Taste of Oslo Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oslo is not rushed.

    Is Taste of Oslo Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 341 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oslo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Taste of Oslo Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    Around 119 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oslo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oslo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Taste of Oslo Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oslo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Oslo?

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    On Outty we rank every Oslo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Oslo Highlights Bike Tour, Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping, Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Oslo?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Oslo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    Included: Guiding services; Norwegian Farmers Food Tasting; Dessert (a Norwegian waffle served with brown cheese or strawberry jam. Coffee or tea is a; Beer Tasting; and Tasting at 4 different places. Not included: Please read carefully the tour information; Hotel pickup has a price of 70 Kr (cash); Leave a phone number with the country code in case we need to contact you if something cha; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    The meeting point is close to the main church called " DOMKIRKE" ..The meeting point is actually on the Tram stop called Stortorvet and is a shop called NARVESEN. Guide will be waiting right there. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Taste of Oslo Walking Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Taste of Oslo Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Taste of Oslo Walking Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Oslo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Taste of Oslo Walking Tour?

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    Across 341 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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