Ullevi, Gamla Ullevi and experiences close to the arenas – the northern event district
At the northern end of the Event District you’ll find Gamla Ullevi and Ullevi, two of Sweden’s most iconic arenas for top-level football and large-scale concerts. Next to Ullevi is Ullevi Plaza, the smaller sibling of Sweden’s biggest outdoor arena. Ullevi Plaza complements the large venues with smaller concerts, public areas and events.
Football Stadium
Sweden’s largest outdoor arena
Intimate stage at Ullevi
Hotels and restaurants near Ullevi
Looking to stay nearby? Best Western Arena and Home Hotel Odin offer quiet and convenient accommodation close to the action. Scandic Opalen is a great choice if you want to combine proximity to the arena with easy access to the main boulevard Avenyn.
If you’re looking for a good meal before or after an event, Glenn and Jinx Empire are popular meeting spots among both locals and visitors.
Green Key-certified hotell
Affordable and eco-certified hotel near the event area in Gothenburg.
Eco-certified hotel
A relaxed oasis right next to the central station.
Nordic Swan Ecolabelled hotel
Centrally located hotel near Ullevi and Liseberg, perfect for those who want to combine entertainment, events and the pulse of the city with comfortable accommodation.
Sports bar and restaurant
Local sports bar with a family-friendly menu near the Ullevi arenas.
Asian street food
Restaurant with a focus on Asian street food.
Current events, the northen event district
Concert at Ullevi
Concert at Ullevi
Home matches at Gamla Ullevi
World’s Largest Youth Football Tournament
Scandinavium, the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre and the area around Korsvägen – the central event district
A bit further south lies the street Korsvägen, a major transport hub and the central meeting point of the Event District. Here you’ll find Scandinavium, which hosts concerts, hockey games and shows, and the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre (Svenska Mässan) home to major events such as the Gothenburg Book Fair, Gothenburg Horse Show and international conferences all year round.
Event and sports indoor arena
Congress venue
Another highlight in the area is Surr Arena, a venue for concerts, club nights, business events, lunches and dinners.
Culture and event venue
Surr Arena is the place where music, events, culinary delights, fairs and conferences are created in the heart of Gårda.
Hotels and restaurants near Scandinavium and the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre
There’s a wide range of hotels nearby. Gothia Towers is directly connected to the Exhibition Centre and located right across from Liseberg’s main entrance. The three towers house 1,200 rooms and several restaurants and cafés. At the top of the middle tower you’ll find the boutique hotel Upper House, featuring a spa and a spectacular outdoor glass pool.
The area is also home to Hotel Onyxen, a charming townhouse-style hotel right across from Scandinavium.
ISO 20121 certified four star hotel
Eco-certified spa hotel
Green Key-certified hotel
Current events, the northen event district
Equestrian competitions
Beverage fair
Liseberg, World of Volvo and experiences for all ages – the southern event district
The southern part of the event district offers a more playful and family-friendly atmosphere. Liseberg, Sweden’s largest amusement park, features rides, concerts and seasonal highlights such as Halloween and Christmas at Liseberg. The park also includes a dance floor and several restaurants and cafés set in a green park environment.
Liseberg is open during three main seasons: the summer season from April to September, Halloween from October to early November, and Christmas at Liseberg from mid-November to the end of December. On weekends and during school holidays, parts of the park are open year-round, including the children’s area Kaninlandet and the classic arcade hall Spelhuset.
Amusement park
Just a short walk away is Universeum, a science centre filled with exciting exhibitions, hands-on experiences and activities for curious minds of all ages. You can step into a rainforest or head down to the aquarium hall. Universeum is also home to Wisdome, one of Europe’s most advanced dome theatres. It’s open every day, all year round.
Right next door is the Museum of World Culture, where current exhibitions and creative activities invite visitors of all ages to explore stories and artefacts from around the world.
Science museum
Sweden’s largest visualisation dome
Historical, contemporary museum
At the southern end of the event district, you’ll find World of Volvo – a large and dynamic experience centre. Interactive exhibitions about Volvo’s history and future are combined with digital installations and immersive environments for both adults and children. World of Volvo also hosts live events, talks and meetings, and has both a restaurant and a shop.
Brand Experience Center
Hotels and restaurants near Liseberg and World of Volvo
For families, Liseberg Grand Curiosa is an ideal place to stay. Take the slide down to the lobby, hop on a carousel in the middle of the restaurant or explore the menu at Mei Rose, which also features a rooftop bar.
ISO-certified family hotel for the adventurous
Chinese rooftop restaurant
Opening in June, Quality The Book is located between Liseberg and World of Volvo. The hotel will also offer its own restaurant and bar.
Getting here
The event district runs through central Gothenburg, from Ullevi in the north to Liseberg and World of Volvo in the south. Thanks to its central location, it’s easy to reach no matter where you’re staying in the city. From the Central Station, it’s about a 10-minute walk to Ullevi, and the entire district is well-connected by public transport. Trams and buses stop at key locations including Ullevi Södra, Scandinavium, Korsvägen and Liseberg Södra. If you prefer to explore the district on foot, it takes about 25 minutes to walk from one end to the other.