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Some of our top recommendations: take a boat tour of the Gothenburg archipelago to see the autumn colors, explore the Haga district and try traditional Swedish glögg, take a leisurely stroll through Slottsskogen Park and enjoy the autumn foliage, and more! Gothenburg has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests.
- Gothenburg Museum of Art
- Botanical Garden
- Liseberg
- Haga
- Gothenburg Archipelago
- Slottsskogen
- Trädgårdsföreningen
- Universeum
- Avenyn
- Feskekôrka
The prestigious museum opened in 1923, in time for Gothenburg’s International Exhibition. You can come to appreciate works from across Europe painted from the 1400s to the 21st century. But the museum’s acclaim comes from its 19th-century Nordic art, by famous and familiar names like Edvard Munch, Peder Severin Krøyer, Bruno Liljefors and Anders Zo...
Gothenburg’s sprawling Botanical Garden covers 175 hectares in the centre of the city, and also encompasses a nature reserve and arboretum. Around 4,000 of its plants are kept in greenhouses, so the attraction is full of life in any season. Inside is the largest collection of orchids in the country, numbering 1,500 in total. Also under cover is an ...
This thriving amusement park goes back to 1923 and draws big crowds today. Liseberg has a traditional character and abounds with greenery and woodland, but its lineup of high-tech rides is constantly evolving. The steel roller coaster Helix was unveiled in 2014 and the state -of-the-art Valkyria is in the pipeline for 2018. But if there’s one rolle...
You’d never know it today, but this cute neighbourhood southwest of the city centre used to be a slum with a seedy reputation. Haga is a grid of cobblestone streets flanked by brick warehouses and uniform 19th-century houses with wooden facades. These charming buildings were scheduled to be torn down during redevelopment works in the 1970s, but Got...
Close to Gothenburg you can embark on a journey through the little granite islands of the Southern and Northern Gothenburg archipelago. The Southern islands, below the mouth of the Göta älv are designated car-free. You’ll catch a ferry from Saltholmen and can use that ticket to jump from island to island, calling in on painted fishing villages and ...
Southwest of Haga is Gothenburg’s main park, in 137 hectares of restful greenery. The east side is a planned English garden with flowing lawns and paths that weave between old growth trees. The rest has been left to nature, and is taken up by linden, oak and beech woodland. If you need to squeeze in a morning run, this is the place to go, and there...
Gothenburg’s most central park may well be its prettiest, as the Garden Society of Gothenburg has hardly changed since the 19th century. It was inaugurated in 1842 by King Carl XIV Johan and thanks to its meticulous preservation has been given listed status in Sweden. There are historic buildings in the park, like the cute coffee house that dates t...
Close to Liseberg is an attraction that approaches scientific topics in engaging, child-friendly ways and has a host of animal exhibits over seven floors. The centrepiece is the Ocean Zone, which has an immense ocean tank inhabited by sharks and tropical species, and a touch tank where little ones can find out what rays’ backs feel like. You can al...
Beginning at Kungsportsbron, the bridge over the canal, and slicing diagonally through the city is Gothenburg’s broad and princely avenue. It was laid out in the 1800s to link a new upmarket neighbourhood southeast of the centre with the old fortified city. For shopping, nightlife and dining Avenyn is the cream of the crop: In the daylight hours yo...
On a canal-side in central Gothenburg is the city’s fish and shellfish market. You’ll be forgiven for mistaking this building for a church, as its design was inspired by Norwegian Stave Churches and medieval Gothic architecture (hence the name “fish church”). The market opened in 1874 and was a technical marvel at the time as there are no pillars i...
Feb 14, 2024 · A guide to the perfect 1, 2 or 3 days in Gothenburg itinerary including things to do, where to stay and tips for getting around.
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Aug 29, 2022 · Sweden’s second biggest city, the winter months can be one of the best times to visit Gothenburg, with fewer crowds and cosy Christmas traditions. Having lived in Gothenburg for almost 3 years, learning to enjoy the long Swedish winters has been vital!
Jul 3, 2022 · Gothenburg is the perfect city for a weekend escape, with a lot of great things to see and do cosy cafes for fika, and a beautiful archipelago. If you are visiting Gothenburg for the first time, or a return visitor, there is always something new to enjoy.
May 20, 2024 · From serene parks and botanical gardens to exciting amusement parks and cultural hotspots, Gothenburg offers a wide range of experiences for every traveller. Last updated 20 May 2024. View map. Sweden's second-largest city welcomes you to uncover its many treasures.
