The Royal Palace & Karl Johans gate
Oslo's main boulevard leading up to the King's residence and its public Palace Park.
About
Why visit The Royal Palace & Karl Johans gate
Karl Johans gate runs from Oslo Central Station past the Cathedral, the Parliament and the National Theatre up to the Royal Palace. The Palace Park is open to the public, and guided tours of the palace interior run in summer.
Not to miss
Highlights
The moments that define a visit to The Royal Palace & Karl Johans gate.
Palace Park
Free, leafy grounds around the palace.
Changing of the guard
Held daily at 13:30.
Stortinget
Norway's Parliament building along the boulevard.
Local know-how
Visitor tips
Small things that turn a good visit into a great one.
Summer palace tours sell out — book ahead.
Walk the boulevard from the station uphill to the palace.
Nearby
Combine with
Other guides within a short walk.
National Museum
The Nordic region's largest art museum, with Munch, Norwegian landscape painting, design and a rooftop Light Hall.
Open guideOslo City Hall
The twin-towered home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, filled with vast murals — free to visit.
Open guideAkershus Fortress
A medieval castle and fortress above the harbour, with ramparts, royal tombs and wartime history.
Open guide