Gothenburg Guide 2024-2026

Göteborg Film Fesitval

January-February

30,000 people enjoy blockbuster films and independent gems during Scandinavia’s top film festival.

Gothenburg Horse Show

February

The Scandinavium arena hosts the FEI Jumping World Cup in the Western European League.

International Science Festival

April

One of the leading popular science events in Europe, offering hundreds of activities.

Göteborgsvarvet 1/2 Marathon

May

The Göteborgsvarvet half marathon is a classic 21-kilometre race held each year in Gothenburg.

Gothia Cup/Partille World Cup

July

The world’s largest and most international football tournament and handball event for young people.

Gothenburg Culture Festival

August/September

A free city festival with thousands of visitors and a broad programme to suit all tastes and ages.

Way out West

August

This annual music festival attracts visitors from all over Sweden and much of the world. For three days, Slottsskogen city park is filled with music, partying and culture.

Gothenburg Christmas City

November-December

Gothenburg is a magical festive city, with masses of Christmas lights, markets, Christmas at Liseberg and an unbeatable atmosphere.

Göteborg Book Fair

September

The Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre is transformed into the Nordic region’s biggest book festival. An exciting event for both industry professionals and the general public.

Aeroseum, Granhäll

Aeroseum is an underground aviation experience centre in one of the most secret Cold War defence installations. Learn about the history and development of aviation. aeroseum.se

Centre For Contemporary Art (Göteborgs konsthall), Götaplatsen

The Center for Contemporary Art presents group and solo exhibitions of Swedish and international artists that illustrate the diversity of contemporary art. goteborgskonsthall.se

Gothenburg Museum of Art (Göteborgs konstmuseum), Götaplatsen

One of northern Europe’s finest art collections, dating from the 15th century onwards. It also has an
excellent selection of art books for sale. goteborgskonstmuseum.se

Göteborg Natural History Museum (Göteborgs naturhistoriska museum), Museivägen 10

See the dinosaur skeleton, butterflies, an African
elephant and millions of other creatures at the
oldest museum in Gothenburg. gnm.se

Gothenburg Belt Factory (Göteborgs Remfabrik), Åvägen 15

This belt factory is one of the best-preserved early
20th century workplaces in Scandinavia. remfabriken.se

Gothenburg Tram Museum (Göteborgs Spårvagnsmuseum), J Sigfrid Edströms Gata 2

A museum dedicated to the history of trams.. ringlinien.org

Museum of Gothenburg, Norra hamngatan 12G

Heritage museum relating the history of Gothenburg from prehistoric times to the present day. Features permanent exhibitions and visiting exhibitions on current topics. goteborgsstadsmuseum.se

The Sports Museum, Kvibergs Kaserner

Three floors of sports nostalgia, with thousands of
photos and objects from the world of sport.
idrottsmuseet.se

Hasselblad Center, Götaplatsen

Photographic exhibitions by Nordic and international photographers. hasselbladfoundation.org

Radiomuseet, Anders Carlssons gata 2

For anyone who is interested in design and technology – a real dose of nostalgia. radiomuseet.se

Kortedala Museum, Adventsvägen 1

An apartment museum that brings to life the history
of everyday life in the 50s and 60s. The single-bedroom apartment with kitchen is furnished with
original items. kortedalamuseum.se

Gothenburg Maritime Experience Centre, Packhusplatsen 12

Fifteen museum vessels moored in a single location
create a floating maritime experience for the whole
family. maritiman.se

The Medical History Museum

Four centuries of Gothenburg’s medical history.
Personal stories and unique objects provide insights
into people’s views, treatment methods and living
conditions at different times. medicinhistoriska.sahlgrenska.se

The East Indiaman Götheborg, Pir 4, Eriksberg

Explore a replica of the Swedish East India trading
ship which sank outside the entrance to Gothenburg harbour on its return from China in 1745. The ship is based at Eriksberg. gotheborg.se

Röda Sten Art Centre (Röda Sten konsthall, Anders Carlssons Gata 2

An exciting arena for contemporary art, including
exhibitions, workshops and a creative workshop for
children and young people. rodasten.com

Röhsska Museum of Fashion, Design and Decorative Arts, Vasagatan 37-39

A museum that specialises in design, fashion and handicrafts. Museum shop and St Agnes’ Café on the entrance floor. rohsska.se

The Maritime Museum and Aquarium, Karl Johansgatan 1–3

Seafaring tales, fascinating artefacts and exhibitions
for visitors of all ages. There are also many different
activities in addition to the exhibitions, such as talks,
children’s activities, city walks and boat trips. sjofartsmuseetakvariet.se

Universeum and Wisdome, Korsvägen

Shark-spotting, dinosaur mysteries, chemistry experiments and intergalactic voyages. Universeum is full of educational fun and games for everyone. Wisdome is Sweden’s largest full-dome format visualisation dome. Enclosed by a 360-degree projection surface, you will be fully immersed in the experience as you travel into space, back in time, and to other places that humans can’t otherwise reach. universeum.se

World of Volvo, Mölndalsvägen 30A

An experience centre with unique Scandinavian
architecture in Gothenburg’s new event district.
Interactive exhibitions, fascinating programmes and
entertaining events. worldofvolvo.com

Museum of World Culture (Världskulturmuseet), Södra Vägen 54

Thought-provoking topical exhibitions about
contemporary life. You can also get a good lunch
here. varldskulturmuseet.se

Karlatornet

From the 69th floor, you can enjoy sweeping views
from the highest building in Scandinavia. Opens in 2025. karlatornet.com

Masthuggskyrkan, Storebacksgatan 15

Its distinctive architecture and location have made
this church a landmark and a symbol of Gothenburg. From here there are fine views over Gothenburg and the harbour entrance. svenskakyrkan.se/masthugg

Ramberget

A popular tourist destination that is 87 metres above sea level and is undoubtedly one of the finest viewing points in Gothenburg. On a clear day you can see all the way to the island of Vinga. goteborg.se

Skansen Kronan, Skansberget

A former fortress in the heart of the district of Haga.
Skansen was built in 1687–1689 to plans drawn by
Erik Dahlbergh. skansenkronan.se

Skansen Lejonet, Emerentias Backe, Gullberget

A former fortress which stands on Gullberget in
central Gothenburg. Designed by Erik Dahlbergh and was built in 1689–1694. gotiskaforbundet.se

Slottsskogsobservatoriet, Slottsskogen

Take a guided tour of the stars and find out more
about the huge universe that we are all part of. slottsskogsobservatoriet.se

Slottsskogens vattentorn, Slottsskogen

A lookout tower that is 80 metres above sea level. The tower was completed in 1899 and was originally built to enable residents of the city to climb up and admire the beautiful view over the city. goteborg.se

Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Carl Slottbergs Gata 22A

One of Europe’s largest and most prominent
botanical gardens in Europe. Discover fantastic
plants and natural areas. botaniska.se

Hisingsparken, Hinnebäcksgatan

The largest park in Gothenburg, featuring wetlands,
running trails and more. Say hello to the animals at
the nearby Kättilröds 4H farm, or enjoy a barbecue
by the water at Slätta Damm. goteborg.se

Jubileumsparken, Lundbyvassen

The park Jubileumsparken is a result of Gothenburgers’ desire to get closer to the water, ahead of the city’s 400th anniversary. Adventure playground, sauna, and freshwater and seawater pools. goteborg.se

Keillers Park, Ramberget

Donated to the City of Gothenburg in 1906 by James Keiller, director of Götaverken shipyards. The park is a mix of landscaped gardens and natural forest, with a pond featuring the statue “Najad” sculpted by Carl Milles. goteborg.se

Kungsparken

This park ties together several parts of central
Gothenburg. Its closeness to the water makes it a
popular choice for a picnic or stretching out in the
sun. goteborg.se

Liseberg

The Nordic region’s largest amusement park features a summer season, Halloween opening and a magical Christmas market every year. liseberg.se

Lärjeån Café & Gardens, Ekevadsvägen 5

Just a stone’s throw from Angered Centrum shopping centre in a wonderful garden setting. There is easy access from the café gardens to the Lärjeån valley and many fine walking trails. larjeanstradgardar.se

Slottsskogen City Park, Linnéplatsen

In summer this green retreat in Gothenburg is a
favourite spot for picnics among locals and visitors,
but the park is well worth a visit all year round. Plikta playground, the Children’s Zoo and the fascinating moose are definite favourites for young kids. goteborg.se/slottsskogen

Seminarieparken, Övre Husargatan 34

Stroll among the beautiful trees and plants, and
enjoy the spectacular blossoming of the cherry trees
in spring. goteborg.se

Garden Society of Gothenburg (Trädgårdsföreningen), Slussgatan 1

One of the best-preserved 19th century parks in
Europe. The Rose Garden has thousands of beautiful
roses in summer and the greenhouse is filled with
palms and tropical plants. There is also a great
playground here. goteborg.se

Gathenhielm Kulturreservat

This heritage site is one of the oldest and best preserved areas of the city, close to Stigbergstorget in Majorna. The area reflects what Gothenburg looked like in the 18th century, before a series of major fires.

Kronhuset and Kronhusbodarna

Kronhuset is one of the oldest preserved buildings in the city. It was built in the mid-17th century and is now a thriving craft centre in historic premises.

Norra Älvstranden quayside promenade

What was once factories and heavy industry is now a lively part of the city with green spaces, university premises and street food. The seven kilometre quayside promenade also features art and many other experiences.

Bus Sightseeing, Stora Teatern

Hop-on, hop-off buses during the high season, and
traditional bus tours of about 50 minutes during the
low season. stromma.com

Fly over Gothenburg, Aeropuerto de Säve

Tours by plane or helicopter. Fly over Gothenburg,
the archipelago and the fortresses of Bohus and
Carlsten. flyovergothenburg.com

Kayak Sightseeing, Lilla Bommen

Explore the city from the water on a guided tour by kayak. The tour starts in Lilla Bommen harbour and
you paddle as a group along the canals. The instructors guide you and help you with your technique. No previous experience is needed. plums.se

Let’s Boat, Lejontrappan

Explore Gothenburg from the water with Let’s Boat’s
electric boats. You don’t need a licence or a driver’s
permit to hire a boat, which can take up to 12 people at a time. letsboat.se

M/S Kungsö, Stenpiren

Take an unforgettable journey through Gothenburg’s archipelago on board the M/S Kungsö. During the summer, the M/S Kungsö operates the Stenpiren– Eriksberg–Hönö Klåva route. Some departures also operate to Vinga and the dancing on Brännö Brygga on Thursdays evenings in the summer. styrsobolaget.com

Nya Varvet-Ferry, Stenpiren

During the summer months, you can discover
Gothenburg from the river with this ferry that runs
between Stenpiren and Nya Varvet. The trip takes
about 25 minutes, and is completely free! dockyardhotel.se/nya-varvet-farjan

Ocean Bus, Stora Teatern

Ocean Bus offers a fun sightseeing tour on land and
on the river Göta Älv. The amphi-bus lets you stay on the same vehicle throughout the tour, and produces zero emissions. Guided tour in Swedish and English. oceanbus.se

Paddan Canal Boats, Kungsportsbron

Board the traditional sightseeing boats at Kungsportsplatsen and see the old moat and canals dating from the 17th century. Guided tour in Swedish and English. stromma.se

Segway, Lilla Bommen/Slottsskogen

Hire a Segway and explore the city on your own or
join a guided tour. Segways are easy to use and the
pace is gentle. Hire machines from Lilla Bommen
harbour. segwayadventure.se

Stinsen Sightseeing, Gustaf Adolfs Torg

A charming tour by train along the streets of
Gothenburg. Your guide tells you about the city and
the places you pass along the way. Guided tour in
Swedish, English and German. stinsensightseeing.se

Walknet

A variety of city tours on foot or guided tours by tram. They include a bastion tour of “fortified Gothenburg”. walknet.se

Skärgårdslinjen, Packhuskajen

Shellfish cruises with shows in the Gothenburg archipelago and around Hisingen. In summer there are also daytime guided tours without the entertainment, but with the same excellent shellfish buffet. skargardslinjen.se

Strömma Cruises and Tours, Lilla Bommen

A selection of cruises and boat tours in the Gothenburg archipelago during the day and evening. Step aboard and enjoy the spectacular archipelago on its own, or in combination with live music and a seafood buffet. stromma.se

Sällskapet Ångbåten, Stenpiren

Enjoy an atmospheric tour of the archipelago on
board the steamboat Bohuslän – a vessel with its
own special heritage and engineering history. steamboat.se

57˙Nord

A comfortable, modern boat that carries up to 10
people. Book an existing package or customise your
own tour. 57 Nord picks up and drops off near the
Göteborg Opera, Stenpiren, Klippan, Hisingen or
wherever you choose. 57nord.se

The Harbour Bath, Jubileumsparken

Here are two pools with salt water from the river Göta Älv’s salt wedge, and one with naturally purified freshwater. All three pools are open during the summer season, and one (the swimming pool) remains open all year round. The public sauna is a spectacular building with a beautiful view of the river. The Harbour Bath and sauna are accessible to all, and is completely free of charge. goteborg.se/jubileumsparken

Bohusleden

A 360-kilometre walking trail that stretches from
Lindome in Halland to Strömstad in Bohuslän. bohusleden.se

Delsjön Area

The area around the lakes of Stora Delsjön and Lilla
Delsjön in eastern Gothenburg is a haven for wildlife
and birds and offers some fine walks. There are
designated areas for barbecues and you can swim
or hire canoes. In winter you can ski downhill or
cross-country. npk.nu | delsjoomradet.se

Gotaleden

This walking trail runs between Gothenburg and
Alingsås. It stretches a total of 71 kilometres, divided into nine different stages. There are plenty of commuter train stations and places to sleep, eat and drink along the route. gotaleden.se

Hallandsleden

The Hallandsleden trail meets up with the Skåneleden trail in the south and the Bohusleden trail in the north. The trail stretches almost 440 kilometres and is divided into three shorter trails. hallandsleden.se

Kattegattleden

A 370-kilometre-long, almost car-free, cycle trail
that follows the coast between Helsingborg in the
south and Gothenburg in the north. kattegattleden.se

Kuststigen Bohuslän

The coastal path is made up of a variety of walking trails and circular routes along the West Coast. The
Gothenburg Archipelago Route stage begins at
Hönö ferry port, which you can reach by bus or cycle and car ferry across to Hönö. A 27 km walking tour across four islands along the coast. Bus stops next to the trail. westswedentrails.se

Pilgrmisleden Göta älv

A Pilgrimage Trail rich in cultural heritage. Divided
up into Gothenburg–Lödöse, Lödöse–Hålanda and Lödöse–Vänersborg stages. pilgrimsledengotaalv.se

Vildmarksleden

The trail begins at Skatås recreation centre, and continues for 40 km to Hindås. It can be divided up into stages, and many people enjoy cycling along the trail. There are three places with wind breaks where you can stay overnight. vildmarksleden.eu

Vättlefjäll

A nature reserve that is one of the largest natural
spaces in Gothenburg The rolling landscape is home
to mosses, heather moors, broadleaf forest and pine
forest. The Bohusleden and Vättlefjällsleden trails
meet here, and there are small lakes that are ideal
for canoeing and fishing. kanotpoolen.se

Änggårdsbergen

This nature reserve borders on Gothenburg Botanical Garden and the rolling landscape provides diverse environments and offers walking trails, lakes and beautiful views. botaniska.se

Cycle map

Pick up a cycle map of Gothenburg at Gothenburg
Visitor Centre. The map shows cycle paths, Styr & Ställ rental stations and cycle pump locations, as well as practical information and suggested cycle tours.

Hitta ut

Take the Hitta Ut map when you go walking, cycling or running: train your body and your brain, and discover new locations. Anyone can take part according to their abilities, at any time of the day during the season, which usually runs from Easter to December. orientering.se/provapaaktiviteter/hittaut

Fishing

Head out to the islands to fish for mackerel, enjoy the sea air during an exciting lobster safari or get a fishing permit and try your luck in Gothenburg’s lakes. sportfiskarna.se/Fiske

The right of public access

This unique opportunity gives everyone the right to roam freely in nature, and is based on taking responsibility together. However, the right of public access does not apply in certain cases, and different rules may apply at nature reserves and national parks. And remember to leave only footprints behind! naturvardsverket.se

Aeroseum

An underground aviation experience centre in one of the Cold War’s top-secret defence facilities, which now traces the history and development of aviation. Test your skills in a flight simulator, be winched up by a rescue helicopter or check out the spy exhibits. aeroseum.se

Gothenburg Natural History Museum

See the world’s only stuffed blue whale, the mighty
African elephant and a fantastic variety of animals
– big and small – from all over the world. And don’t
miss the dinosaur skeleton, the fossils or the beautiful corals! gnm.se

Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre

This is a place where inquisitive kids can play, run
around, climb and explore in a house filled with
curious objects. The settings and the activities are
inspired by the books of Gunilla Bergström, and
include a theatre and storytelling sessions. There is
a café and shop. Age group (0–8). alfonskulturhus.com

Museum of Gothenburg

The museum has a special department for young children; the Children’s Museum. They can play here and explore the city by climbing a tower building or riding on a tram. This is ideal for children up to age 5, but older children are also welcome. The heritage exhibits at the museum also include the only Viking ship in Sweden that is permanently on display. goteborgsstadsmuseum.se

Liseberg Amusement Park

Liseberg, the Nordic region’s largest amusement park, is full of exciting rides, activities and music for the whole family. During the autumn, Liseberg opens its gates for childish mischief and hair-raising ghost houses. As Christmas approaches, the park opens its popular festive market. liseberg.se

The Maritime Museum and Aquarium

Two imaginative children’s exhibitions, Big Blue
and Knattegatt, allow children and their grown-ups
to discover and investigate the sea together. In the
underground aquarium hall, you can explore an
ocean without borders – from the cold, dark depths
to warm, sunny coral seas. sjofartsmuseetakvariet.se

Universeum Science Centre and Wisdome

See the sharks being fed in the aquarium hall, explore the rain forest and carry out fun experiments in the chemistry lab. Miniverseum is Universeum’s new experience for young adventurers. Here, children aged 0 to 6 can learn about biodiversity and sustainable development. universeum.se

Museum of World Culture (Världskulturmuseet)

The Together exhibition is about the joy and difficulties of being together, and uses objects from the museum’s collections to ask topical questions of children in the age range 0–12 as well as adults. Here, children and adults explore together, and play and learn by using their body, heart and brain. varldskulturmuseet.se

Actionpark

A dream for skateboarders, BMXers and inline
skaters of all ages. The park is fully landscaped and
covers a massive 1,980 square metres. goteborg.se

Bodyflight

Try flying for yourself in the world’s tallest wind tunnel. Bodyflight, or indoor skydiving, is both a leisure activity and a form of training. The sensation is like throwing yourself out of a plane, but in a safer environment. bodyflight.se

Escape Rooms

Gothenburg has several exciting escape rooms to try with family, friends or colleagues. escapehouse.se | gotescape.se | escapequest.se | escaperoom-goteborg.se | paladia.se

Go-karting

Compete against each other during a booked race or a drop-in session. Suitable for beginners and professional drivers alike. There are both indoor and outdoor circuits. gokartcentralen.se | bit.ly/gokartgbg | gokart.se

Jumpyard

Bounce, jump and climb! Soar over the park on the
SkyRider ropeway. When you need a break, you can
stop off at the café. jumpyard.se

Prison Island

A totally unique adventure concept, inspired by the
television challenge series Fort Boyard. You work in
teams to solve big and small challenges and collect
as many points as possible. prisonisland.nu

Rush Trampolinpark

Rush in Nya Hovås has trampolines and obstacle
courses for all ages and abilities. There’s also an
X-park where you can conquer the obstacles like a
ninja warrior, and a parkour course to practise your
skills. rushtrampolinpark.se/goteborg

Angered City Park

A park where the colours, designs and play equipment are inspired by the circus. There are slides, climbing ropes, distorting mirrors, trampolines, carousels and giant swings to amuse mini-acrobats and kids eager to play.

Exercisparken

Adventure golf, street basketball and beach volleyball are just a sample of what’s on offer in Exercisparken in the southern corner of Heden, at the junction of Engelbrektsgatan and Södra vägen. There are also swings for young and older kids, a sand pit, climbing net and rocking animals.

Färjenäsparken

One of the largest playgrounds on Hisingen, featuring clamber nets, spinning cups, teepees and animal sculptures. The skateboard park, basketball pitch and outdoor gym are sure to appeal to older kids.

Hisingsparken

The largest park in Gothenburg has two exciting adventure playgrounds to explore. At Kättilsröd 4H farm you can walk around, watch the animals and see the work done on a traditional farm. There are cows, pigs, goats, sheep, horses, rabbits, chickens and ducks.

Jubileumsparken

An adventure playground where you can climb, balance, swing and slide, or simply relax, explore or play hide-and-seek. There are also sound sculptures, sand and water play, and trenches and plantings that collect or channel rainwater.

Regnlekplatsen (Rain Playground)

A playground in Renströmsparken that is especially fun to visit when it’s raining! You can splash in water puddles, shelter under roofs shaped like giant leaves or climb on the frame that symbolises pouring rain.

Slottsskogen City Park

See the moose, Gotland ponies, Gute sheep and other Nordic animals in the zoo. Barnens Zoo is a popular children’s attraction in the summer, where visitors can meet and pet baby pigs and goats. And don’t miss the seals’ and penguins’ feeding time. Plikta playground has lots of exciting things to play on and a large picnic area. Many items of playground equipment can be used by children with physical disabilities and the ground surface is also designed to be accessible. There is also an outdoor gym, boules pitch, table tennis table and chessboard.

Read more about the playgrounds at goteborg.se.

Garden Society of Gothenburg (Trädgårdsföreningen)

The Garden Society of Gothenburg (Trädgårdsföreningen) has its own playground, with clamber nets, swings and slides set in leafy surroundings. Younger and older kids can play here while you admire the beautiful flower displays or enjoy coffee and a bite to eat at Rosenkaféet or Café Grindstugan.

Avenyn and Södra Vägen

A mix of small exclusive shops and the big chains. avenyn.se

Haga Nygata

A café-dense area with small shops that offer a fun
mix of old and new. hagagoteborg.se

Magasinsgatan

In the Magasinskvarteren, local or Swedish brands
reign supreme, trendy shops, restaurants, and bars. innerstadengbg.se

Södra Larmgatan, Vallgatan and Kungsgatan

Here, you’ll find many small shops with a mix of
everything from designer items to jeans from Gothenburg. The major fashion chains are located along Kungsgatan. innerstadengbg.com

Arkaden, Fredsgatan 1

A centrally located shopping centre with around 20 stores selling fashion, design and interior goods. arkadengalleria.se

Frölunda Torg Shopping Centre

Around 200 shops offering a wide selection of goods. It takes around 20 minutes to get here by public transport from the city centre. If you come by car you can park for free for up to three hours. frolundatorg.se

NK – Nordiska Kompaniet, Östra Hamngatan 42

An exclusive department store with four floors of
fashion, accessories, cosmetics and interior design. nk.se/goteborg

Nordstan Shopping Centre

Sweden’s top shopping centre, with a great variety of shops, restaurants and cafés. nordstan.se

Antikhallarna, Västra Hamngatan 63

One of the finest places in Sweden to browse for
antiques. Antique dealers, handicrafts and a café. antikhallarna.se

Arkivet, Järntorget 4

A modern second-hand shop selling women’s
clothing, shoes, bags and accessories to environmentally-aware, fashion-conscious customers. arkivet.com

Beyond Retro, Fredsgatan 1

Unique second-hand garments, hand-picked from
the USA and Canada, from the turn of the century to the 90s. beyondretro.com/pages/store-locator-arkaden

Björk & Frihet, Linnégatan 9 und Ångpannegatan 5

Second-hand and vintage shop with retro fashion
and accessories. bjorkafrihet.se

Boutique Laila Secondhand, Götabergsgatan 22

Designer-label clothing, shoes, and accessories. boutiquelaila.se

Broadway & Sons, Korsgatan 7

Vintage clothing, military surplus and accessories. broadwayandsons.com

C-G Antikmarknad, G:A Tuvevägen 15C

Furniture from different periods, light fittings, ornaments, glass and crockery. cg-antikmarknad.se

Erikshjälpen Second hand, Victor Hasselblads Gata 11, Förstamajgatan 4, Roselundgatan

A fantastic variety of second-hand items. Everything
is donated and your purchase also supports
vulnerable children and helps to change the world. erikshjalpen.se

Evergreen Secondhand, Ånäsvägen 6A

One of the oldest second-hand boutiques in
Gothenburg. Women’s fashions from the 50s,
60s and 70s. evergreen-secondhand.se

Fabriken, Ekedalsgatan 16

Furniture, interior design items, clothing and
accessories from the 1900s onwards. fabrikengbg.se

Forum Göteborg, Väverigatan 15

The Nordic region’s largest department store for
vintage, antiques, design, fashion and art. Located in
Gamlestaden, and open on Saturdays and Sundays. forum-goteborg.se

Fram Ekolivs, Södra Allégatan 2, Nordenskiöldsgatan 18

A wide range of locally produced organic and
fairtrade food and hygiene products. framekolivs.se

Gbg Deco, Bangatan 40

An interiors shop where all the furniture on sale has
been carefully selected and professionally renovated, ensuring that all items are in excellent condition. gbgdeco.se

Holmens marknad, Ryttmästaregatan 3

Vintage, clothing and antique furniture.. holmensmarknad.se

Houdini, Magasinsgatan 22

Practical clothing store that strives for a more
circular clothing industry. houdinisportswear.com

Icebug, Södra Larmgatan 9

Icebug offers a wide selection of outdoor shoes. Their shoes reflect consideration for the planet in every detail and show the way in sustainable manufacturing. icebug.se

Kvillehyllan, Kvilletorget 16

Retro porcelain, teak furniture, art and crafts from
local designers. kvillehyllan.se

Majornas saker från förr, Mariagatan 13

Furniture, household and interior design items
mostly from the 20th century. majornassaker.net

Lundhags Brand Store, Östra Hamngatan 33

Reliable, comfortable and durable boots, clothing
and equipment for outdoor life. lundhags.com

Mamas Retro, Tredje Långgatan 36

Children’s clothes, clothing for mum, toys and other
items for family living. mamasretro.com

Myrorna, Järntorgsgatan 10

A second-hand shop on several floors, including an
inspiring retro department. myrorna.se

Odd & Raw Interior, Sockerbruket 6

Recycled interior design items with an industrial
look. A mix of new, vintage, recycled and upcycled
objects. odd-raw-interior.se

Pop Boutique, Magasinsgatan 2

A vintage shop with British character. Objects,
furniture, clothing and accessories from the 50s to
the 80s. pop-boutique.com/pointofsale

Ragtime, Magasinsgatan 15 & 18

Gothenburg’s first and biggest shop selling secondhand brands and vintage. Men’s and women’s clothing in separate shops opposite each other. ragtimeherr.se

Reningsborg Second Hand, Wieselgrensplatsen 24, Angeredsvinkeln 9, Reningsverksgatan 1, Laxfiskevägen 4, Partille

In the four stores you can find furniture, clothing,
porcelain and much more. reningsborg.se

Stadsmissionens Second Hand

Stadsmissionen has ten second-hand shops around
Gothenburg. Here, your donations and purchases
benefit others in various ways. For example, you will
contribute towards reducing new production and
thereby lessen your environmental impact. stadsmissionen.org/second-hand

Tracks Recycle, Karl Johansgatan 76

Second-hand shop focusing on outdoor sports and
leisure. tracksrecycle.se

Acne Studios, Magasinsgatan 19

Flagship store for Acne, one of Sweden’s leading
fashion brands for women and men. acnestudios.com

A Day’s March, Södra Larmgatan 13

Swedish clothing brand for sustainable fashion. adaysmarch.com

Artilleriet, Magasinsgatan 19

Home interior and design. Furniture, lighting, rugs,
fabrics, and skin care from around the world, with
a distinctive mix of classic, vintage and modern
products. artilleriet.se

Butik Kubik, Linnégatan 6

A colourful shop selling clothing and jewellery from
small-scale independent designers with a focus on
ethical and environmental sustainability. butikkubik.se

Designtorget, Östra Hamngatan 29, Drottningtorget 5

Selected design for the home.. designtorget.se

Efva Attling, Kungsgatan 61

Jewellery designer Efva Attling specialises in
creating pieces that feature words and expressions.
Her collections range from engagement and
wedding rings to necklaces, earrings, watches and
other accessories. efvaattling.com

Emma och Malena, Vallgatan 4

Marine-inspired fashions for men, women and
children. emmamalena.com

Filippa K, Södra Larmgatan 13

Clothing for women and men that reflects
Scandinavian minimalism, quality and simplicity. filippa-k.com

Grandpa, Vallgatan 3

Scandinavian and international fashion, as well as life essentials, books, interior design items and furniture. New and vintage. grandpa.se

Norrgavel, Magasinsgatan 22

An exclusive interior design and furniture store with
the emphasis on the environment, durability and
sustainability. norrgavel.se

Nudie Jeans, Vallgatan 15

Internationally famous clothing and jeans from Gothenburg. nudiejeans.com/vallgatan

Sintra, Landsvägsgatan 5

Art & crafts shop and gallery. sintra.se

Sneaky Steve, Magasinsgatan 5

Sneaky Steve believes that it takes heart, soul, dirty hands and a whole lot of passion to create a good pair of shoes. A shoe brand established in Gothenburg. sneakysteve.se

Tinna, Kungsgatan 56

Tinna is an authorised Svenskt Tenn retailer. tinna.se

Twist and Tango, Haga Nygatan 31

A Gothenburg-based clothing brand that aims to
sell products that are environmentally friendly and
sustainable. twisttango.com

Villervalla, Haga Nygata 22

Colourful children’s clothing featuring playful patterns. villervalla.se

The southern islands

B&B Brännö Varv, brannovarv.se
Brännö Värdshus & Pensionat Baggen, brannovardshus.se
Isbolaget, Donsö, isbolaget.com
Kajkanten, Vrångö, kajkantenvrango.se
Kusthotellet Styrsö, kusthotelletstyrso.se
Styrsö Tången B&B, stbnb.se

The northern islands

Bed and Bike, Öckerö, bedandbikeockero.se
Hotel and Hostel Havskatten, Hönö havskatten.com
Sea Lodge, Björkö, sjoboabjorko.se
Skärgårdshotellet Hönö, skargardshotellethono.se
Hönö Sjöbodar, honosjoboadar.se
Nimbus Cabins and Hostel, Öckerö, nimbusockero.se
Solhem Hostel and Camping, Björkö, solhembjorko.se
Motorhome parking Björkö, bjorkohamn.se
Motorhome parking Hönö Klåva, honoklova.se
Motorhome parking Öckerö, ockerohamn.se
Hostel, Källö Knippla knippla.se
Information about pitches and guest harbours visitockero.se

Brännö Varv café och bar, Brännö

A café and bar that are open in summer in a working boatyard setting with tropical palms. Live music and events. brannovarv.se

Brännö Värdshus, Brännö

The inn is located in the middle of the island at the old pilot house, and has small cosy rooms and a large garden terrace for eating out. The menu ranges from simple dishes to à la carte, and naturally features plenty of fish and shellfish. brannovardshus.se

Båtebackens Caférestaurang, Styrsö

A restaurant that is open in summer in the old fishing community of Styrsö Tången, with views towards Brännö and Känsö. batebacken.se

Café Öbergska, Strysö

A charming garden café and herb garden just a
stone’s throw from the sea, serving meals and
home-baked produce. obergska.se

Hamnkrogen Lotsen, Vrångö

Fresh seafood from the west coast is served with
views of the Kattegat Sound and the guest marina.
With its rustic décor, the glazed dining area offers
shade in the high season, and shelter and warmth
in the low season. fiskeboa-vrango.se

Isbolaget, Donsö

Hotel and restaurant in a converted ice store. Enjoy
good food and sea views at the end of the pier in
Donsö harbour. isbolaget.com

Popsicle Café, Donsö

Summer-open café. popsicle.nu

Ternan, Vrångö

Seasonal restaurant right by the ferry quay. Serves
light meals, coffee and ice cream. ternan.se

Balders Hage café och butik, Björkö

Beautiful things for the home and really good. baldershage.se

Check In Restaurang, Hönö

Quayside restaurant and ice cream café with outdoor seating in Hönö Klåva. checkinklova.se

Franses Skärgårdspub, Hönö

Three-floor restaurant and pub with roof terrace offering fantastic views of the water. Rustic setting with open fire in a old netmaker’s store. franses.nu

Feskeboa, Björkö

Fish, seafood and coffee in the harbor. feskeboa.se

Hälsö Brygga, Hälsö

Sit on the jetty and enjoy classic archipelago treats,
such as prawn sandwiches on home-baked bread, or a pastry. Live music and events on weekends. halsobrygga.se

Klova Hamnkrog, Hönö

A restaurant in Klåva harbour with an open fire and
garden. facebook.com/nyakroken

Lilling Cottage, Hönö

Flowers, pastries, food and interior design all under
one roof, together with a wonderful view of the sea in Hönö Klåva harbour. lilling.se

Matjes på Knippla, Knippla

A gem on Källö-Knippla where every dish is a great
catch. Delightful outdoor seating area right next to
the water in the guest marina. matjespaknippla.se

Nimbus, Öckerö

Enjoy a delicious lunch or coffee and home-made
pastry in the archipelago. nimbusockero.se

Röröboa Café & Restaurang, Rörö

A summer-open café that offers food, drink and
many different flavours of homemade ice cream. You can eat outside on the jetty in the harbour. roroboa.se

Rörö Fiskeboa & Krog, Rörö

Summer restaurant at Rörö Harbour serving lunch
and dinner. rorofiskeboakrog.se

Seaside, Björkö

A restaurant with its own jetty and a range of activities, including boat tours, wood-fired hot tubs and live music. seasidebjorko.se

Skafferiet, Hönö

Breakfast, lunch and dinner with harbour views. skargardshotellethono.se

Stora Oset, Hyppeln

There’s something for everyone here: good food,
refreshing drinks and a great atmosphere, all in a
wonderful setting. Seasonal opening. storaoset.se

Tullhuset, Hönö

A popular seafood restaurant in Klåva harbour with
a relaxed atmosphere and views of the sea and Vinga lighthouse. tullhuset.se

Vadbinderiet Kafé och krog, Knippla

During the summer, food and drink are served
in premises with a history of fishing, right on the
waterfront. vadbinderiet.com

Öckerö Hamncafé, Öckerö

Café and lunches right at the water’s edge. facebook.com/ockerohamncafe

Berzelius Bar & Matsal, Södra Vägen 20

A brasserie offering traditional dishes and popular
tapas, with the emphasis on Swedish cuisine. berzeliusbar.se

Dinner 22, Södra Vägen 22

Traditional Swedish dishes served in a homely setting with a friendly atmosphere. dinner22.se

Kometen, Vasagatan 58

An old favourite in Gothenburg that dates back to
the 30s and serves first-class traditional Swedish
dishes. restaurangkometen.se

Kungstorget, Kungstorget 7

Serves well-prepared dishes with a Swedish twist as
well as traditional home-cooked dishes that include
a generous helping of love and thoughtfulness. kungstorget.com

Kåges Hörna, Saluhallen

Lunch restaurant in the Stora Saluhallen market
hall, with a focus on traditional Swedish favourites. storasaluhallen.se

Löfqvist å Vi, Fredsgatan 1 (Arkaden), Östra Hamngatan 15

A lunchtime restaurant that serves Swedish home
cooking inspired by the Swedish forest. restauranglofqvist.se

Piga, Ostindiefararen 11

Lovingly prepared Swedish cuisine using fresh seasonal ingredients. restaurangpiga.se

Pivo, Arkivgatan 9B

The first game restaurant in Gothenburg. Outdoor
dining with its own boules pitch. pivo.nu

Tvåkanten, Kungsportsavenyn 27

Contemporary Swedish cuisine in a cosy setting
midway along the main boulevard, Avenyn. tvakanten.se

West Coast, Mässans Gata 24

A modern bistro that specialises in seafood and
locally sourced organic products from the Gothenburg region. westcoast.se

Feskar Brittas Kro, Kvarnpiren 8

Eat fresh fish from Gothenburg fish auction on a
characterful timber-clad barge in Eriksberg. The
barge also hosts live music and other events such as
boat tours and fishing tours. feskarbrittaskro.se

Feskekôrka, Fisktorget 4

As well as a market hall selling delicacies from the
sea, there are also bars, restaurants and one of
Gothenburg’s largest outdoor dining terraces facing
the Moat. feskekorkan.se

Fiskbar 17, Magasinsgatan 17

Fish and shellfish street-style, inspired by harbour
towns around the world. facebook.com/fiskbar17

Fiskekrogen, Lilla Torget 1

A genuine Gothenburg favourite for fine dining and
shellfish. Tradition merges with innovation and a love of good seafood. fiskekrogen.se

Hasselsson, Mariagatan 27

Popular Majorna restaurant serving fish, seafood
and vegetarian dishes in fast food format. hasselsson.com

Heaven 23, Mässans Gata 24

Cocktail bar and restaurant on the 23rd floor, with views across the city. Famed for its king-size prawn sandwiches. heaven23.se

Sjöbaren, Haga Nygata 25, Lorensbergsgatan 14

A restaurant dedicated to fish and shellfish. With a
relaxed atmosphere and reasonable prices. sjobaren.se

Sjömagasinet, Adolf Edelsvärds Gata 5

A flagship for Swedish gastronomy, in a beautiful waterside location. Gourmet dining in a rustic setting, with the emphasis on fish. sjomagasinet.se

Skanshof, Lilla Bergsgatan 1

Enjoy fish and shellfish with a New York twist in this former bank on Skanstorget. In the summer, you can hang out on the roof terrace or at the leafy park restaurant at the top of the hill. skanshof.se

Foodie, Östra Hamngatan 5

A buffet restaurant offering tastes from all over Asia,
prepared with Swedish ingredients. foodierestaurang.se

Hard Rock Cafe, Kungsportsavenyn 10

This four-storey American restaurant can be found mid-way along the sunny side of the main boulevard Avenyn. The menu has something for everyone: burgers, ribs, salads and sandwiches. gbghardrock.se

Moon Thai Kitchen, Kristinelundsgatan 9

A warm and colourful setting with the genuine
aromas and flavours of Thailand. moonthaikitchen.se

Pinchos, Götabergsgatan 28, Lilla Torget 3, Vasagatan 43, Övre Majorsgatan 4

A wide choice of small dishes – from Spanish
quesadillas to Asian dumplings, Hungarian fillet of
beef and Belgian waffles. pinchos.se

Saluhallen, Hotel Grand Curiosa

A buffet featuring flavours from near and far. Row
upon row of varied dishes. liseberg.se

Star Bowling, Odinsgatan 8

Here, you can have fun and eat well at the same
time. Plenty of activities for all ages. starbowling.se

Texas Longhorn, Linnégatan 78, Södra Vägen 7

Texan-style dining, with the focus on char-grilled
meat. Friendly atmosphere. texaslonghorn.se

Vapiano, Östra Hamngatan 35

The popular pizza and pasta chain Vapiano has
quickly become a favourite with young diners.
Quick, simple and tasty! vapiano.se

Boulebar, Rosenlundsgatan 8

Play boules and eat delicious French cuisine in a setting inspired by southern French town parks. boulebar.se

Cheri-Lee, Kungsportsavenyen 8

A modern pan-Asian restaurant and bar. This is the
place to come for an imaginative menu, top-notch
drinks and a good time. cheri-lee.se

Com, Prinsgatan 4

This family-owned restaurant’s vision is to showcase
authentic Vietnamese food and the rich variety
of Vietnam’s cuisine. comgbg.se

Gurras, Sveagatan 25

Street food elevated to à la carte level, with flavours
from around the globe. gurras.se

Gyllene Prag, Postgatan 16

The home of Eastern European food, Pilsner Urquell
pivo z tanku beer and Swedish art on Sveaplan
since 1973. gylleneprag.se

Komo, St Eriksgatan 5

Korean-Mongolian restaurant, serving the best of both cuisines. The menu includes Korean BBQ, grilled at your table. komo.nu

La Cucina Italiana, Skånegatan 33

A warm-hearted Italian restaurant that offers
contemporary Italian cuisine. lacucinaitaliana.nu

Manfred’s Brasserie, Nordenskiöldsgatan 28

A cosy neighbourhood restaurant serving specialities from Austria and Switzerland. The menu includes traditional Wiener schnitzel. manfreds.com

Masala Kitchen, Ånäsvägen 2, Berzeliigatan 7, Theres Svenssons Gata 6, Holländareplatsen 4

A selection of mild, creamy dishes and spicy South
Indian curries. masalakitchen.se

Mexikanska Monarkin, Kastellgatan 4

Streetfood made from Swedish produce with Mexican spices. mexikanskamonarkin.se

Moreno Pizza, Stigbergstorget 10

The world’s largest pizzeria, with an enormous roof
terrace in Majorna. morenopizza.se

Mr P., Götaplatsen

A modern, arty restaurant with flavours from all over
the world, next door to Gothenburg Museum of Art. mr-p.se

Norda, Drottningtorget 10

Restaurant inside the Clarion Hotel Post, with a
menu that features classic dishes with a twist, inspired by NYC. Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. restaurangnorda.se

Pasta +, Södra Vägen 2

Italian cuisine with a large variety of pasta dishes in an authentic setting. pastaplus.com

Stora Saluhallen, Kungstorget

Every corner of the world is represented at the
40 or so shops and eateries here. Buy delicious
delicacies to take home, or dine in at one of the
restaurants. storasaluhallen.se

Tavolo, Magasinsgatan 19

Culinary inspiration from every region Italy, alongside carefully selected ingredients from Sweden, all with a strong organic focus. tavolo.se

Tacos & Tequila, Tredje Långgatan 9

A Mexican restaurant for everyone who loves tacos. tacosandtequila.se

vRÅ, Drottningtorget 10

Sushi and raw food restaurant where modern
Scandinavian gastronomy meets Japanese techniques and traditions. restaurangvra.se

Andrum, Östra Hamngatan 19

One of Gothenburg’s first vegetarian restaurants.
Two floors, with a spacious outdoor area in the
summer. andrumvegetarisk.se

Blackbird, Stigbergsliden 3

A vegan restaurant and café run by vegans. facebook.com/blackbirdbargbg

Hängmattan Kök&Bar, Djurgårdsgatan 13

A café with its own stage. Popular vegetarian buffet
lunch and weekend brunch musikenshus.se/cafe-hangmattan

En Deli Haga, Haga Nygata 15

Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian dishes. Dishes do not contain egg, and most are gluten-free and
lactose-free. endelihaga.se

Göteburgare Vegan, Andra Långgatan 11

The first vegan hamburger restaurant in Gothenburg (and possibly Sweden). There are naturally other dishes on the menu, but they are all vegan. goteburgare.com

Salongen, Amerikagatan 2

Menu inspired by Palestinian cuisine, and
completely vegetarian. There are also a plenty
of vegan options. skeppetgbg.se

Solrosen, Kaponjärgatan 4A

Gothenburg’s oldest purely vegetarian restaurant.
At least one “dish of the day” is vegan. restaurangsolrosen.se

The Green Room, Liseberg

Vegan buffet inside Liseberg amusement park. liseberg.se

Ahlströms Konditori, Korsgatan 2

A fine old café that has been in the city since 1902. ahlstromskonditori.se

Alkemisten Kaffebar, Gustaf Dalénsgatan 14

A charming café in the new district of Kvillebäcken.
Coffee is served with genuine care for the beans and the coffee-making art. alkemistenkaffebar.se

Baka, Ostindiefararen 27

Organic bakery and café on the quayside at Eriksberg. bakastenugnsbakeri.se

Bertilssons Stuga, Delsjökärrvägen 26

Great for coffee and light lunches, set in the beautiful nature reserve next to the lake Lilla Delsjön. bertilssonsstuga.se

Brogyllen, Västra Hamngatan 2

A traditional pastry café with a view of the canal. brogyllen.se

Café Husaren, Haga Nygata 28

A café at an historic address, which according
to tradition serves the largest cinnamon buns in
Gothenburg (and possibly in Sweden?). cafehusaren.se

Café Kronhuset, Postgatan 6–8

Enjoy a coffee break in a part of the city that dates
back to the 17th century. cafekronhuset.se

Da Matteo, Magasinsgatan 17

A local coffee chain with six cafés around the city
centre. Own roasting shop and bakery. damatteo.se

Evas Paley, Kungsportsavenyn 39

A fine old café that is open in the evenings and has
plenty of space inside and outside. evaspaley.se

Flickorna på Färjenäs, Karl IX Väg

Gothenburg’s second-oldest café is dog-friendly and located beneath the Älvsborgsbron bridge on the Hisingen side. flickornapafarjenas.se

Fröken Olssons Kafé, Östra Larmgatan 14

A traditional café with a cosy interior. frokenolsson.se

Kafé Llama Lloyd, Väderkvarnsgatan 16

Vegetarian cycling culture café in Kville which offers
a discount if you come by bicycle. Everything is prepared on site, and is organic where possible. llamalloyd.se

Kafé Marmelad, Mariagatan 17

A café with small, cosy rooms and booths in the heart of Kungsladugård. kafemarmelad.se

Konditori Kampanilen, Karl Johansgatan 5

Classic high-class café. Everything is prepared with
a passion for the ingredients, and with skill. kampanilen.se

Latteria Kaffesalong, Västra Hamngatan 6

Café in the centre of the Antikhallarna antiques
arcade. antikhallarna.se

Mr Cake, Lilla Badhusgatan 2

Swedish fika meets American treats.. mrcake.se

Purrfect Café, Sveagatan 6

Purr with delight at Gothenburg’s first cat café.
Unwind with adorable, adoptable felines. purrfectcafe.se

Rosenkaféet, Trädgårdsföreningen

Open in high season, a café that overlooks the rose
garden. rosenkafeet.se

Roots Café, Götaplatsen

A cosy café located in Gothenburg City Library, overlooking Götaplatsen and Avenyn. rootscafe.se

Steinbrenner & Nyberg

A Gothenburg chain with seven cafés around the city. Menu includes soups and a cake buffet. steinbrenner-nyberg.se

Swedish Match, Kungstorget 10

An espresso bar where you can also blend your own
smokeless tobacco (snus). swedishmatch.se/vara-butiker/goteborg

Viktors Kaffe, Geijersgatan 77

A wide selection of coffees and a passion for interior design. viktorskaffe.se

Villa Belparc, A O Elliots Väg 10

A beautifully situated café in Slottsskogen city park. villabelparc.se