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Gothenburg is full of exciting, beautiful and thought-provoking architecture. An eclectic mix of historic buildings and contemporary design.

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The German church, also called Christinae church. In front of the church is an outdoor seating on the canal.

Church in central Gothenburg

Christinae kyrka

Christinae kyrka is located in the city centre, next to Gustaf Adolf torg and The Museum of Gothenburg.

The façade of Gothenburg Cathedral on an early summer’s day.

Centrally located church

The Gothenburg Cathedral

The Gothenburg Cathedral serves as a quiet oasis in the middle of the shopping district. Daily services are held here, and concerts take place throughout the year. The church, in its current form, was built in the early 19th century and designed in the Neoclassical style.

Opera house

The Göteborg Opera

A great river-side opera house.

The square on a sunny day with the statue in the middle.

Square in central Gothenburg

Gustaf Adolfs Torg

Central located square near the canal Stora Hamnkanalen.

Culture reserve

Gathenhielmska kulturreservatet

What life used to be like in Gothenburg.

Evening view of the façade of Gothenburg Concert Hall at Götaplatsen. The statue of Poseidon is also visible.

Environmentally Certified concert hall

Gothenburg Concert Hall

Gothenburg Concert Hall is a vibrant hub and home to The National Orchestra of Sweden, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. All year round, the building comes to life with concerts and performances across a wide range of genres. You’ll also find a restaurant and several bars here.

Kronhuset in Gothenburg on the right and Kronhusbodarna straight ahead. The cobbled courtyard is also visible.

History, handicrafts and culture

Kronhuset and Kronhusbodarna

Kronhuset and Kronhusbodarna have served many purposes over the years – from a military storehouse to a bustling centre for handicrafts. Today, this historic gem is home to several charming shops and the cosy Café Kronhuset.

Church

Masthuggskyrkan

From here you get an amazing view of the city.

Church

Oscar Fredriks kyrka

An amazing neo-gothic church with beautiful towers.

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Exhibition, Architecture, Design
Dec 6 2025–Aug 30 2026
Place:The Röhsska Museum