The Royal Palace is the most important building in Oslo and, thanks to its extensive gardens, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

At the Royal Palace at the very end of Karl Johans gate, where the Norwegian monarchs live permanently, you can see the changing of the guard at 13:30 daily.

What to see and why visit the palace?

"Der kongelige slott" was built between 1825 and 1849 and its facade boasts a very austere and functional neoclassical style.

In front of the palace you can admire the large copper equestrian statue of King Karl Johan.

Equestrian statue of Carl Johann

Most of the interior is only open to the public on guided tours and only in the summer period from about June to mid-August.

220 nok - Adults
110 nok - students

Tours must be booked online via the official website: royalcourt.no. Due to limited spaces, we recommend booking at least 1 week in advance.

Outside this short period you can only admire Slottet Palace from the outside. Access to the courtyard around the equestrian statue is free 24/7.

Royal Palace

Visit the extensive gardens

The beautiful palace park is open to the public for free all year round.

Opening hours vary according to the season. In winter it is usually open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and in summer until 8:00 pm.

Royal Gardens

Location and transport

The Royal Palace can be found on the western edge of the city centre and is easily accessible by public transport.

Metro - Nationaltheatret station about 100 meters (lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Tram - Nationaltheatret stop approx. 100 metres (lines 11, 13) or Tullinløkka stop approx. 250 metres (lines 17, 18, 19)
Buses - Nationaltheatret stop approx. 100 metres (lines 30, 31, 37, 81) or Holbergs Plass stop approx. 250 metres (lines 37, 150, 160)