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
Football has been played at Gamla Ullevi arena since the early 1900s. Generations of locals have gathered here to cheer on their teams and experience unforgettable matches.
Sweden’s largest outdoor arena
Ullevi is Sweden’s largest outdoor arena, with a capacity of up to 75,000 for concerts and 43,000 for sporting events. It is one of the country’s most iconic venues for major concerts, sporting competitions, and large-scale public events.
Intimate stage at Ullevi
Intimate stage and a place for culture 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 northern event district
Concerts at Ullevi
Home matches at Gamla Ullevi
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
Scandinavium is Gothenburg’s well-known indoor arena for sporting events, concerts, shows and international championships with a capacity of up to 14,000 people. Its central location means hotels, restaurants and public transport are always close at hand.
Congress venue
Attracts one million visitors annually.
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
Four-star, ISO-certified hotel with 1200 hotel rooms and five restaurants.
Eco-certified spa hotel
Spa hotel located on the 25th floor of the Gothia Towers hotel. From here you can enjoy miles of views and an exclusive spa with a free-hanging outdoor pool.
Green Key-certified hotel
A family-owned boutique hotel in a turn-of-the-century building near Avenyn, Liseberg, Scandinavium, Ullevi and the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre.
Current events, the northen event district
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
Liseberg amusement park is Gothenburg’s much-loved theme park, with 42 rides and attractions in the heart of the city.
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
Universeum is Sweden’s national science centre and one of Gothenburg’s most popular attractions, with ten floors packed with experiences for curious minds of all ages. Step into the rainforest, discover life beneath the surface, experiment with technology and travel far into space, all under one roof.
Sweden’s largest visualisation dome
Wisdome at Universeum offers a powerful 360-degree cinema experience for all ages.
Historical, contemporary museum
Meet the world in the heart of Gothenburg. The Museum of World Culture offers exhibitions, contemporary art and activities for curious minds of all ages.
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
Explore Volvo in a new context. World of Volvo is an experience centre in central Gothenburg, filled with inspiration, knowledge, and entertainment.
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. Opening in 2006, Quality The Book is located between Liseberg and World of Volvo.
ISO-certified family hotel for the adventurous
The new hotel Liseberg Grand Curiosa will awaken the whole family’s playfulness and imagination.
Eco-certified hotel in the Event district
Quality Hotel The Book is located in the heart of Gothenburg, with the attractions Liseberg, Universeum and World of Volvo close by. The hotel has shared spaces, hotel rooms and facilities for families and groups – welcoming all to a comfortable stay.
Chinese rooftop restaurant
Mei Rose is located on the top floor of the Liseberg Grand Curiosa hotel. Here, authentic Chinese flavours are served with a rooftop view of the amusement park.
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.