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Are you travelling to Gothenburg with toddlers, or your dog? Or are you looking for things to do on a rainy day? Here you’ll find guides to activities, shopping, food, drinks and more in Gothenburg.

14 reasons to visit Gothenburg in 2023

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An overview of the community pool Plaskis in Majorna in Gothenburg.

Majorna – cultural hotspot with a vibrant restaurant scene

Majorna has turned in to a cultural hot spot with restaurants, bars and shops aplenty. The neighbourhood derives much of its character from the typical Gothenburg houses called “landshövdingehus” that line the streets.

By Redaktionen

A guide to the Gothenburg Book Fair

Are you going to visit the Gothenburg Book Fair this autumn? We’ve put together your guide to nearby restaurants, literary places to visit and cultural events to check out.

By Ines Santos

Autumn in Gothenburg

Now Gothenburg changes colours and goes from green to orange. The crisp air and colourful leaves transform the city into an even more enchanting place, and there are loads of things to discover whatever the weather. In this guide, we have collected most of what you need to know for a successful autumn in Gothenburg.

By Emma Backman

12 cocktail bars well worth a visit

Exclusive interior design, music setting the mood and a drinking list hard to resist – there are many factors thinking of when opening a cocktail bar. We have gathered twelve fantastic cocktail bars in Gothenburg, all with their own touch and aesthetic.

By Redaktionen

The cinnamon buns you can’t miss in Gothenburg

The cinnamon roll. Perhaps Sweden’s most common (and tastiest?) fika bread. Since the 1920s, the bun has been baked and eaten as we know it today, and on October 4 we celebrate this with Kanelbullens dag (cinnamon bun day). In Gothenburg, you can enjoy everything from buns with sourdough, buns with pearl sugar, organic buns and perhaps the largest bun in the world. Here are some of the best buns in Gothenburg that you just cannot miss!

By Sebastian Frank

14 reasons to visit Gothenburg in 2023

In the summer of 2023, Gothenburg’s 400th anniversary celebrations begin with a large Anniversary Festival and ends at the beginning of September, with the Anniversary Final. In between and during the rest of the year, we can look forward to exciting hotel openings, fantastic space experiences, royal visits, floating river pools and unforgettable concerts and championships. Here are 14 reasons to visit Gothenburg in 2023!

By Emma Backman

Artisan coffee and roasteries in Gothenburg

Is there anything better than starting the day with a really good, well-brewed cup of coffee? Experience aromatic art and freshly roasted beans and explore Gothenburg’s rich coffee culture!

By Sebastian Frank

Christmas in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is an amazing Christmas city, with cosy markets, Christmas at Liseberg Amusement Park, and a unique atmosphere. Come here in December to enjoy enchanting concerts, ice skating, Christmas treats and Swedish Christmas flavours.

By Redaktionen

Christmas markets in Gothenburg

Mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and Christmas trees. We love Christmas markets, and in Gothenburg there are many to choose from. Here are some of our favourites, from cosy Haga to majestic Tjolöholm Castle.

By Redaktionen

Gothenburg on a budget

Are you looking for budget-friendly things to do in Gothenburg? We have listed seven great ways to see the city for next to nothing, including free events and activities as well as sightseeing and day trip options. There are many other budget friendly alternatives as well.

By Redaktionen

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