Walk Along The Akerselva River
If you want to see a more peaceful side of Oslo, you can take a walk along the Akerselva river. The Akerselva river starts at Maridalsvannet in Oslomarka and traverses the boroughs of Nordre Aker, Sagene, Grünerløkka, central Oslo, and Grønland, whereby it finally ends at Paulsenkaien and Oset in Bjørvika. The river is considered to be the border between the eastern and the western part of Oslo and is one of the most worth-visiting places in Olso.
A walk along the Akerselva river will take you through former factories that are now cafés and art galleries and through stunning natural areas inside the city. Most people begin from Maridalsvannet Lake, which is about 8 kilometers from the heart of Oslo. You can break up the two-hour walk by stopping at a few cafés along the way. Even if you are not a fan of walking, you can still enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Akerselva river by cycling, or using an electric scooter. Electric scooters have become a thing in Olso lately, and you can find these scooters scattered throughout downtown Oslo. For renting an electric scooter, you only have to pay 10 kroner for the unlocking fee + 2 per minute. Just download the VOI app and follow the instructions.
