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18th century estate

Gunnebo House and Gardens

Church

Christinae kyrka

Square

Gustaf Adolfs Torg

Culture reserve

Gathenhielmska kulturreservatet

Architecture in Gothenburg

Gothenburg has an exciting mix of historic buildings and contemporary design. We have put together…

By: Redaktionen

Visit amazing gardens and historic manors

Experience botanical brilliance, organic food and impressive buildings. Go on a day trip to the…

By: Anders Storm

Films shot in Gothenburg

Northern Ireland has their Game of Thrones, and New Zealand their Lord of the Rings.…

By: Maria Kopp

Gothenburg’s history and heritage

Events that shaped Gothenburg over the past 400 years.

By: Redaktionen

Church

Domkyrkan

World-famous concert hall

Göteborgs Konserthus

Day Trips from Gothenburg

A guide to the southern islands of the archipelago

Curious about what the southern archipelago has to offer? If you’re looking for good food,…

By: Anders Storm

Fortress

Bohus fortress

Rent a bike in Gothenburg

Looking for an easy and eco-friendly way to explore the city? Here’s a guide to…

By: Sebastian Lundfall

Boat tour

Skärgårdslinjen – M/S Trubaduren – M/S Medvind

18th century estate

Gunnebo House and Gardens

Christmas market

Christmas at Bohus Fortress

Dec 10–11

Place: Bohus fortress

Christmas market

Christmas market in Olofstorp

December 3

10 safe activities during Covid-19

Things are a bit different but you can still explore Gothenburg safely, with everything from…

By: Maria Kopp

The Gothenburg archipelago – unique experiences year-round

The Gothenburg archipelago is amazing and there are so many islands for you to discover.…

By: Redaktionen

24 hours in Gothenburg

Leave the planning to us, all you need to do is follow the itinerary below…

By: Anders Storm

Museums in Gothenburg

Fashion exhibition

Augusta Lundin – The First Fashion House in Sweden

Nov 29 2022–Jan 5 2023

Place: Göteborgs stadsmuseum

Museum

The Fishing Museum

Contemporary art

Göteborgs konsthall

Gothenburg on a budget

Are you looking for budget-friendly things to do in Gothenburg? We have listed seven great…

By: Redaktionen

Historical exhibition

The birth of Gothenburg

Nov 29 2022–Jan 7 2024

Place: Göteborgs stadsmuseum

Tramway museum

Göteborgs Spårvägsmuseum

Exhibition

The thing about Gothenburg

Nov 29 2022–Jan 7 2024

Place: Göteborgs stadsmuseum

Gothenburg with toddlers

Gothenburg is a great destination for families with small children. Here you’ll find Scandinavia’s largest…

By: Redaktionen

Fotoutställning

Zoomed in

Nov 29–Dec 30

Place: Göteborgs stadsmuseum

Museum

Göteborgs Remfabrik

Sightseeing in Gothenburg

All Sightseeing

Bike tour

Bike Tour Gothenburg & Rental

Gothenburg’s history and heritage

Events that shaped Gothenburg over the past 400 years.

By: Redaktionen

A guide to Håkan Hellström’s Gothenburg

Gothenburg-born Håkan Hellström is arguably Sweden’s biggest artist. In this guide, we take a look…

By: Anders Storm

24 hours in Gothenburg

Leave the planning to us, all you need to do is follow the itinerary below…

By: Anders Storm

Films shot in Gothenburg

Northern Ireland has their Game of Thrones, and New Zealand their Lord of the Rings.…

By: Maria Kopp

Boat tour

Skärgårdslinjen – M/S Trubaduren – M/S Medvind

Gothenburg on a budget

Are you looking for budget-friendly things to do in Gothenburg? We have listed seven great…

By: Redaktionen

A guide to the southern islands of the archipelago

Curious about what the southern archipelago has to offer? If you’re looking for good food,…

By: Anders Storm

Sightseeing

Paddan

Apps

We’ve listed the apps that makes your stay in Gothenburg a breeze, get help with…

By: Redaktionen

Gothenburg's Archipelago

All Archipelago

Boat tour

Skärgårdslinjen – M/S Trubaduren – M/S Medvind

Boat trip

57˙Nord

Gothenburg on a budget

Are you looking for budget-friendly things to do in Gothenburg? We have listed seven great…

By: Redaktionen

5 reasons to choose Gothenburg this summer

Planning your summer vacation, but not sure where to go? Let’s give you five good…

By: Maria Kopp

Guided boat tours

Marine Events

Sailing race

Childhood Match Cup 2023

Jul 4–9 2023

Boat tour

Ångaren Bohuslän

The Gothenburg archipelago – unique experiences year-round

The Gothenburg archipelago is amazing and there are so many islands for you to discover.…

By: Redaktionen

Getting to the archipelago

You’ll reach the car-free southern islands by ferry from boat terminal Saltholmen or from Stenpiren…

By: Redaktionen

Guided boat tours

Hönö Boat Trips

Historic Sites & Houses in Gothenburg

All Historic Sites & Houses

Fortress

Skansen Kronan

Castle

Nääs Slott

Fortress

Carlsten fortress

10 safe activities during Covid-19

Things are a bit different but you can still explore Gothenburg safely, with everything from…

By: Maria Kopp

New Year's celebration

New Year’s fireworks at Bohus fortress

December 31

Place: Bohus fortress

Midsummer in Gothenburg 2022

Don’t miss out on one of Sweden’s most unique festivities. In 2022, Swedish Midsummer is…

By: Anders Storm

Christmas at Tjolöholm

Christmas in the village – Concert and Christmas Buffet

Dec 3–18

Place: Tjolöholms slott

Tudor-inspired castle

Tjolöholms slott

What’s on in November in Gothenburg?

Autumn holiday activities, Christmas markets, food and drink festivals and unmissable concerts. This is some…

By: Emma Backman

Fortress

New Älvsborg Fortress

Viewpoints in Gothenburg

Älvrummet from outside

Visitor centre the public

Älvrummet

10 Instagram places in Gothenburg

From the cherry blossoms at Järntorget to the modern architecture of Lindholmen, here’s where to…

By: Redaktionen

Christmas race

Urban Run Gothenburg – Christmas edition

December 4

Place: Stora Teatern

Gamlestaden – craft beverages and second hand heaven

Gamlestaden means “The Old City” and was founded in 1473, centuries before the current city…

By: Maria Kopp

Fortress

Skansen Lejonet

Church

Masthuggskyrkan

24 hours in Gothenburg

Leave the planning to us, all you need to do is follow the itinerary below…

By: Anders Storm

Vantage point

Götheborgsutkiken

Beautiful view

Vattentornet i Slottsskogen

Fortress

Skansen Kronan

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