A large youth choir in yellow shirts stands on stage and sings under the direction of a conductor in front of an audience at the Gothenburg Concert Hall. — Credits: Thom Estifanos

Near Side by Side 2026: Choirs in Concert

A statue of a man holding a seashell with water.

Statue by Carl Milles

Poseidon

The statue of Poseidon by Carl Milles is one of Gothenburg’s most famous landmarks. With its location on Götaplatsen, the statue is surrounded by the city’s art museum, concert hall and city theatre, facing the main street Avenyn.

Pub & hotel

The Malt House Inn

The Malt House Inn is a central hotel and pub concept in Gothenburg with a British pub feel, a restaurant on the ground floor and hotel rooms above.

Photo exhibition

Hasselblad Center

World-class photography. Hasselblad Center, located at the Gothenburg Museum of Art, presents exhibitions by Swedish and international photographers.

Theatre

Gothenburg City Theatre

Sweden’s oldest city theatre stands on Götaplatsen in Gothenburg, offering powerful stage experiences. From classics to contemporary drama.

Gastropub at Avenyn

Beerista Avenyn

Gastropub on Avenyn with a relaxed vibe, industrial feel and an ocean of beer – a true paradise for beer lovers.

Fast food restaurant

Lasse på Heden

Iconic fast food joint with hot dogs, burgers and more.

Inside the restaurant Tvåkanten in Gothenburg.

Swedish cuisine

Restaurang Tvåkanten

Classic dishes at Tvåkanten, a Swedish restaurant located on the main boulevard Avenyn.

Coffee bar

Viktors kaffe

Coffee bar with craft coffee, delicious pastries and light lunches.

E-bike rental

Weelo

Discover Gothenburg behind the handlebars of an electric bike and an electric scooter.

Church in Vasastaden

Vasakyrkan

Vasakyrkan is located just a stone’s throw from the main boulevard Avenyn and stands out as one of Gothenburg’s most striking churches. With its grand façade made of Bohuslän granite and beautifully designed interior, it’s well worth a visit. The church is open daily.