How to get to HLT?

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HLT is centrally located in the heart of Oslo at St. Olavs gate 24, just a few minutes’ walk from one of the city’s main public transport hubs, Nationaltheatret.

The easiest option is to take the train from Gardermoen. Vy trains R12, RE11, and RE10 from Oslo Airport stop at Nationaltheatret. Tickets can easily be purchased at the airport, in the Entur app or the Vy app, or in advance at vy.no. The price is NOK 129 (EUR 10.95).

The easiest option is to take the train from Gardermoen. Vy trains R12, RE11, and RE10 from Oslo Airport stop at Nationaltheatret. Tickets can easily be purchased at the airport, in the Entur app or the Vy app, or in advance at vy.no. The price is NOK 129 (EUR 10.95).

In addition to Vy, you can also take the Airport Express Train (Flytoget), lines F1 and F2, which offers more frequent departures from Oslo Airport to Nationaltheatret. Tickets can be purchased at flytog.no or in the Flytoget app. The price is NOK 258.

Public transport ticket: You can download the Entur app or the RuterBillett app and easy buy tickets on your phone. Using an app is the easiest way to purchase tickets. With the Entur app, you can buy tickets for both trains (Vy) and buses, trams, and the metro (Ruter) in the same app, and get your entire travel route in one place. It’s also possible to buy a travel card with tickets, or a multi-ride card/flexible travel credit at kiosks.

Check entur.no or ruter.no.

If you cannot purchase a ticket before your journey, you can buy single tickets on board buses and ferries. You must pay cash, and notes over 200 kroner are not accepted.

It is not possible to purchase tickets on trams or metro trains. You must either buy a ticket in advance or use a payment card with “pay-as-you-go” during travel, without additional fees.

accommodation

HLT has partnered with Smart Hotel Oslo, which is located right next door. From practical single rooms to a bit more spacious suites, Smart Hotel offers competitive rates, all including breakfast buffet. The discount code is HLT6230 and requires you to show your conference pass at check-in. Bookings must be made by March 1.

BARRATT COFFEE SHOP

In our foyer, you’ll find “Barratt Coffee Bar”. Named after the founder of the Pentecostal movement in Norway, the coffee bar is operated by HLT staff and students. Whether you need your morning coffee fix, some motivation between sessions, or just a place to chat – this is the spot. Enjoy a classic latte, a nerdy pour-over, trendy drinks from around the world, or simply good old black coffee. Everything is served with love and brewed with Nordic light-roasted beans, of course.

9 things within walking distance of HLT

The Opera House

The Oslo Opera House in Bjørvika is a landmark building with beautiful views over the Oslo Fjord.

Munch Museum

The MUNCH Museum in Bjørvika displays the works of one of the world’s greatest painters.

Tim Wendelboe

The coffee bar in Grünerløkka run by a former World Barista Champion and one of the world’s biggest coffee influencers.

Nobel Peace Center

The Nobel Peace Center at Aker Brygge is where the Peace Prize is announced.

Deichman

Oslo’s public library, an iconic building right next to the Opera House.

Lille Betong

The Royal Palace

The Royal Palace at the top of Karl Johan offers beautiful parks and royal history.

Talormade

The roastery and bakery in Operagata, right by the Opera House, offers some of Oslo’s best doughnuts and coffee.

Din Deli

This Italian-inspired spot is a perfect lunch place, with acoustics that make it great for conversation.