5 things that make Gothenburg stand out

1. Amazing seafood restaurants

Gothenburg’s coastal location and closeness to the cold waters of the North Sea make it a paradise for those who enjoy fish and seafood.

Seafood restaurants in Gothenburg

The Swedish West Coast is a well known paradise for fish lovers and Gothenburg, with its thriving fish harbour and celebrated restaurateurs, is no exception to the rule. Here is a list of our favourite places.

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Credit: Peter Kvarnström

2. The beautiful archipelago

The archipelago of Gothenburg stretches along the coast like a string of pearls. You don’t have to travel far from the city to find charming villages, stunning nature and beaches. Seal safaris, sea-fishing and boat excursions are just some of the activities available here.

The Gothenburg archipelago – unique experiences year-round

The Gothenburg archipelago is amazing and there are so many islands for you to discover. Walk along winding trails near the sea, through quaint fishing villages and experience beautiful nature reserves.

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3. Liseberg – the largest amusement park in Scandinavia

Make sure you have enough time, cause there is plenty of fun to try here. How about Scandinavia’s longest and fastest rollercoaster Helix, or the attraction Mechanica – spinning 360 degrees 30 metres up in the air?

Rabbit Land at Liseberg

Amusement park

Liseberg amusement park

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4. The traditional neighbourhood Haga

This charming neighbourhood is packed with cafés and shops. The pedestrian street Haga Nygata is lined with well-preserved wooden houses, many in the characteristic Gothenburg style called “landshövdingehus” with one floor in brick and the rest in wood.

Haga – cosy cafés and unique shops

Haga is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Gothenburg. The pedestrian street Haga Nygata is lined with well-preserved houses, many in the characteristic Gothenburg style called “landshövdingehus” with one floor in brick and the rest in wood. Today they house plenty of independent shops and cafés.

5. One of Europe’s leading botanical gardens

The Botanical Garden offers a vast and impressive collection of plants and flowers, and is a great place to visit all year round. With over half a million visitors a year it’s one of the most popular attractions in the region.

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Gothenburg Botanical Garden

Credit: Peter Kvarnström

Gothenburg is a flourishing green city with a vibrant cultural scene, world-class restaurants and a fascinating history. At the same time adventure is never far away. There is always an island waiting to be explored or a mountain to be conquered from the saddle of your bike.

With its light summer evenings, colourful autumn days and snow-blanketed winter mornings, Gothenburg is where you can experience the real Sweden.

10 must do’s in Gothenburg

Gothenburg has a lot to offer and sometimes it’s hard to choose between all the fun. But don’t worry! We have handpicked 10 must-dos that you simply can’t miss out on – even when you’re short on time.

Four seasons in Gothenburg

Crisp autumn and winter days are perfect for enjoying a relaxed atmosphere, while the summer season is busier with more visitors. However, late spring and summer are particularly easy to love. Temperatures can rise to 30 degrees Celsius on a sunny day and the sea reaches swim-friendly degrees especially in July and August.

Gothenburg is an open and accessible city. It offers almost everything you would expect of a cosmopolitan city – within walking distance. All you need is right in the city and you can get everywhere on foot – from the Central Station to your hotel, to the arenas, shopping, restaurants and nightlife.

Fantastic bars, restaurants and more in Gothenburg

There’s a crazy amount of great places to try in Gothenburg. We have probably forgotten half of them, but here’s a guide to some of most popular that the city has to offer right now.

Bars and clubs in Gothenburg

After a day among the cosy streets in the Haga neighbourhood, shopping in the city centre or the attractions at Liseberg it’s time to hit the clubs and bars.

But it’s not just close to everything; it’s also easy to get here. Both international airports are just 20 minutes from the city centre and you can get direct flights here from more than 65 European cities.

Getting to Gothenburg

You can travel to Gothenburg in a number of ways. We have gathered useful information for getting here from around the world.

Gothenburg in numbers

Area 448 km2
Founded 1621
Population (city of Gothenburg) 571 868
Population (Gothenburg region) 1 028 248
Average temperature January – 1.0, July + 18.8 Celsius
Green space per citizen 274 m²
Museums 20
Bicycle lanes 810 kilometres
Restaurants with one star in Guide Michelin 6 (28+, Bhoga, Koka, SK Mat och Människor, Project and Signum)
Universities 2 (University of Gothenburg, Chalmers University of Technology)

Gender Equality

Sweden has long been a strong promoter of gender equality. The overarching Swedish principle is that everyone, regardless of gender, has the right to work and support themselves, to balance career and family life, and to live without the fear of abuse or violence.

Sweden has a law against gender discrimination and a government agency – The Swedish Gender Equality Agency – that implements the Swedish gender equality policy.

Read more about gender equality in Sweden att sweden.se.

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