Everything you need to know about the Oslo Card

Yes, both terms refer to the same product. According to VisitOslo, the official name is „Oslo Pass.“ However, many travelers and travel websites also use the name „Oslo Card“ (similar to „Lisboa Card,“ „Paris Pass,“ etc.). In German-speaking countries, „Oslo Card“ has become the standard term.

On this page, we mainly use „Oslo Card“ because that’s the term most travelers search for. In travel guides and on the official app itself, you’ll come across the name „Oslo Pass.“ So you’ve come to the right place.

There are three ways to purchase the Oslo Card: conveniently online through our partner Tiqets, directly in the official Oslo Pass app, or in person at the Oslo Visitor Center in Oslo Central Station.

We recommend purchasing through Tiqets. You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before your travel date. This option is not available when purchasing directly through the app.

Yes. If you book through our partner Tiqets, you can cancel your Oslo Card ticket free of charge up to 24 hours before your scheduled travel date. No reason is required, and you’ll receive a full refund of the purchase price.

This means you can book now and secure your voucher without any hassle, even if your travel plans aren't 100% finalized yet. This cancellation option is not available when purchasing directly through the official Oslo Pass app.

The voucher doesn't have an expiration date in the traditional sense. You can purchase it months before your trip and take your time planning. The 24-, 48-, or 72-hour validity period doesn't start until you activate the card in the app.

Helpful tip: If you want to stay flexible, book now and cancel for free up to 24 hours before your trip starts in case something comes up.

Prices vary according to term and age category. As at 2026 (via Tiqets in euros):

• 24 hours: Adults from € 53.59 - Child € 26.79 - Senior € 42.96
• 48 hours: Adult from € 78.07 - Child € 38.80 - Senior € 62.36
• 72 hours: Adults from € 91.93 - Child € 45.73 - Senior € 73.45

Official prices are listed in Norwegian kroner (NOK). Euro amounts may vary slightly depending on the daily exchange rate.

The Oslo Card has been fully digital since 2024. There is no longer a physical card, and tickets are no longer available for pickup at the Visitor Center.

Procedure after purchase:

• Step 1: You will immediately receive a voucher code by e-mail.
• Step 2: Download the official app „Oslo Pass - Official City Card“ from the App Store or Google Play.
• Step 3: Redeem voucher code in the app.
• Step 4: Activate before first use. The countdown begins at that moment.

Show the QR code in the app at attractions and on public transport. Multiple passes can be managed on one phone.

The card is not valid from the time of purchase, but only from the time of activation in the app.

Activate the card just before using it for the first time. From that moment on, the countdown begins on an hourly basis (not by the day). A 24-hour card activated on Monday at 2:00 p.m. remains valid until Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. The calendar day is irrelevant.

Important: Once you have activated the map, you can no longer pause or reset it.

You'll need an internet connection just once for the initial setup. After that, the QR code works even when you're offline. You can show it at attractions and on public transportation without having to be online.

Some users have reported that the app briefly updates the pass online every day. So be sure to check your Wi-Fi connection briefly at least once every morning. The hotel’s Wi-Fi is more than sufficient for this.

Yes. You can redeem and manage as many passes as you like within a single app installation. This is especially convenient for families or travel groups, as it means not everyone has to install the app themselves. During inspections, simply scroll through the passes and show the relevant QR code.

The Oslo Card covers Ruter zones 1, 2, 3, 4V, and 4N. This includes all modes of transportation within the city limits (bus, tram, T-bane, ferry) as well as regional trains to the surrounding areas. These include, among others, Lillestrøm, Sandvika, and Kolbotn.

You can find an overview of all zones in the official Ruter zone map. You can find more details about using local public transport on our Local transport page.

The Flytoget express train is not included. But with a little trick, you can still travel much more cheaply.

Gardermoen Airport is located in Zone 4. The Oslo Card covers this zone. Only the direct Flytoget Express train is operated by a separate provider and requires an additional fare.

Money-saving tip: Use the Vy regional trains instead. With an active Oslo Pass pass, you simply purchase an inexpensive supplementary ticket („Tilleggsbillett“) from the ticket machine for the portion of the route beyond the regular zone area. This saves you about 50 percent compared to the full-price Flytoget ticket.

Note: Torp Sandefjord Airport is located far outside the city limits and is not included in the map's coverage area.

This depends on the type of ferry:

• Yes, included: the public ferries operated by Ruter. These include the ferry to the Bygdøy museum peninsula (April through December) as well as the routes to islands in the Oslo Fjord, such as Hovedøya and Lindøya.
• Not included: private mini-cruises or guided boat tours in the fjord. However, with the card, you can often get a 15 percent discount there.

No. Oslo’s public transportation system (buses, trams, and the T-bane) operates on a trust-based system with random checks. You don’t have to scan your pass every time. You just need to have it with you and be able to show it if asked.

When you're stopped for a check, just show the QR code in the app. The system will automatically verify its validity.

The Oslo Card gives you free entry to over 30 museums and attractions. The best known include the Munch Museum, the National Museum, the Holmenkollen Ski Museum with ski jump, Akershus Fortress, the Bygdøy Museums (Fram, Kon-Tiki, Norwegian Folklore Museum), the Nobel Peace Center and the Reptile Park.

You can find a detailed overview with descriptions on our Attractions page. The complete list of all 30+ attractions can be found in the official Oslo Pass brochure from VisitOslo.

Not for most attractions. The pass saves you the admission fee, but it doesn't replace a skip-the-line ticket. You'll have to wait in the regular line.

At very crowded museums like the Munch Museum or the National Museum, it’s worth visiting early in the day or just before closing time. Some museums set aside specific time slots for pass holders. Even if it says „sold out“ online, you usually have a good chance of getting in right away with the pass.

In addition to the free attractions, the Oslo Card offers discounts of between 15 and 40 percent on numerous additional activities:

• Fjord tours: Brim Explorer, Norway Yacht Charter, and Trollcruise, each with a 15 percent share.
• Activities: Oslo Climbing Park 15 percent, Skimore ski rental 20 percent, The Well Spa 20 percent.
• Restaurants: 20 percent in 12 selected restaurants.
• Hop-on hop-off: 15 percent off the HMK Oslo Panorama Tour.

Important: The hop-on hop-off buses from City Sightseeing are not Included at no cost. They are operated by a private provider.

With the Oslo Card, you can visit each attraction only once per day. This prevents abuse, but does not restrict a normal day trip.

With a 48- or 72-hour pass, you can visit an attraction multiple times on different days. This is handy, for example, if you just want to pop in briefly on the first day and stay longer the next day.

Many museums in Oslo are closed on Mondays. This applies regardless of the Oslo Card. Plan your itinerary accordingly: on days when museums are closed, it’s worth spending the day at Akershus Fortress (open daily), the Bygdøy Peninsula, or Holmenkollen. That’s where most of the outdoor attractions are located.

Current opening hours can be found on the website of the respective attraction.

Yes, there are three price categories:

• Child (6 to 17 years): separate children's ticket at about half the adult price.
• Senior (aged 67 and over): Senior Pass with a significant discount. About a third cheaper than the adult price.
• Under 6 years: No pass required. Children ride for free on local public transportation and get free admission to almost all museums.

Children's tickets are booked in combination with at least one adult or senior ticket.

Rule of thumb: If you visit 2 to 3 major attractions per day and use public transportation regularly, you’ll usually break even on the first day.

In practical terms, this means that anyone planning to visit the Munch Museum, Holmenkollen, or the Bygdøy Museums will see immediate benefits. Even a combination of Akershus Fortress, the National Museum, and public transportation quickly makes the 24-hour pass worth the cost.

The card is less suitable for travelers who are just strolling through the city, visiting only a single attraction, or spending most of their time in the surrounding area, far from the city center.

You can find out how much you can save in the Savings calculator with your desired attractions.

No, the digital ticket is not issued in a specific user's name. However, you must purchase a separate pass for each traveler. Each pass is valid for only one person.

The pass covers Oslo and the surrounding area in zones 1 through 4. You can use it to take free trips to places like Lillestrøm, Sandvika, or Kolbotn. The Bygdøy peninsula, with its museums, is also accessible by public ferry.

Longer day trips, such as to Bergen, Stavanger, or the Norwegian Highlands, are not covered by this pass. You’ll need separate tickets for those routes.