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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.

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.

Don’t miss out on one of Sweden’s most unique festivities. In 2022, Swedish Midsummer is celebrated on June 24. Frog hop around a maypole, stay up all night, try Swedish herring, snaps and dance like a lunatic – just like the locals! This page will be updated continuously.

The Gothenburg restaurant scene is certainly alive and well, and new eateries are added frequently. Here are some restaurants and bars that recently opened or are just about to open.

Ever heard of Stigbergets, Poppels, All in Brewing or Dugges? You should. Gothenburg is one of Europe’s hottest hubs for craft beer and several of the city’s breweries are among the best in the world. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the Lafite Rothschilds and Romanée-Contis of West Sweden.

Pulled pork from the U.S., ceviche from South America, vegetarian dishes from Ethiopia – and much more. Gothenburg has an amazing street food scene thanks to all the food trucks that can be found across the city.

Gothenburg is home to the world’s largest half marathon (Göteborgsvarvet) and several other races. But you don’t need to run a race to discover Gothenburg in running shoes, there are plenty of trails and routes to try all year round. Here are some of Gothenburg’s best running routes, from nature areas and running trails to parks and city streets.

Looking for an easy and eco-friendly way to explore the city? Here’s a guide to some of Gothenburg’s bike rentals.

Hello spring! Locals are flocking to outdoor bars and cafés as temperatures soar (by Gothenburg standards at least) and the city parks and gardens are awash with colour. We are also looking forward to the international science festival, the half marathon Göteborgsvarvet, design market à la London and more. This is some of what’s on in Gothenburg in May.