Summer in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is an absolutely fantastic summer city – not least for children! Here you’ll find lots of things to see do and eat; from Sweden’s most popular amusement park and ice cream to submarines and crispy waffles.

Gothenburg is a great place to visit with children! And while plenty of restaurants provide basics such as high chairs and children’s menus, there are some restaurants that kids (and their parents) just seem to love. Here is a selection of them but there are many more to discover.

Bring your doggie to Gothenburg. There are plenty of restaurants, cafés, hotels and cinemas going the extra mile for man’s best friend. Here we guide you and your dog to dog friendly places. Welcome!

Gothenburg is an amazing summer city! And the idyllic archipelago is a big part of that. Here you’ll find our best ideas on what to do by the sea this summer, like fishing tours, locally brewed craft beer, Swedish fika in sunny gardens and salty swimming spots.

You’ll reach the car-free southern islands by ferry from boat terminal Saltholmen or from Stenpiren Travel Centre. To get to the northern islands you take the ferry from Lilla Varholmen on Hisingen. Both the northern and the southern archipelago are beautiful and well worth a visit. Here a few tips on how to get there.

Gothenburg is an amazing sightseeing city! Cruise the canals in an electric boat, ride a bicycle through leafy boulevards or check out a kayak from a “kayakomat” and go on an adventure. Here are some of Gothenburg’s best summer attractions and sightseeing activities.

See some of the nicest parts of Gothenburg on your way out to Saltholmen, a popular swimming spot. Large parts of the route run along the waterline but you will also experience the lovely Haga area, Slottsskogen city park and the charming Majorna district. This is a beautiful bike route with lots to offer. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit and picnic basket!

Gothenburg has plenty of lovely outdoor bars and restaurants where you can enjoy food, drinks and a vibrant atmosphere. Here are some of the best places to have a coffee, drink or dinner in the sun.

Meals, drinks and conversations all taste a little better alfresco. Add a city view to the mix and the setting is complete! Here’s a guide to amazing rooftop bars in Gothenburg.

What better way to spend a sunny day than to go and have a picnic in the leafy parks, or at the top of a hill overlooking the city? Bring a blanket, fill a basket with your favourite food and drinks and head out to one of the many lovely picnic spots in and around Gothenburg.

You can’t beat a tasty ice cream. Good thing there’s plenty of ice cream to try while in Gothenburg. Let artisanal gelato seduce you or marvel at the creamy goodness of Gothenburg classics from Triumf Glass and Lejonet & Björnen. Here are some of the great ice cream parlours in Gothenburg, but there are plenty more to discover.