Kids & family

Spa hotel certified with the Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Arken Hotel & Art Garden Spa
Arken Hotel & Art Garden Spa is a spa hotel that combines relaxation, nature and proximity to the sea. It offers a mobile-free spa experience, seasonally inspired food and a family spa during the school holidays – just 15 minutes from central Gothenburg.
Public family-friendly beach
Fiskebäcksbadet
Family-friendly beach with café, playground and cliffs.
American restaurant
Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Café on the main boulevard is famous for their burgers and entertainment.
Lake with popular beach
Härlanda tjärn
Härlanda Tjärn is a popular swimming lake with a family-friendly beach and jetties for swimming.
Family-friendly beach by the sea
Smithska udden
The cape known as Smithska udden, which also goes under the name “Smitten”, is a popular spot among people of all ages. Here you find jetties and cliffs as well as green areas. There’s also a playground for the kids.
Maritime museum
The Maritime Museum and Aquarium
Explore the world of the sea, above and below the surface. The Maritime Museum and Aquarium offers exhibitions, aquariums and activities all year-round.
Park
Slottsskogen city park
Slottsskogen is a place for relaxation, recreation, and outdoor life – a wonderful spot for everything from jogging to cosy picnics.
Nordic Swan Ecolabelled hotel
Scandic Backadal
Modern and family-friendly hotel just north of Gothenburg.
Science museum
Universeum
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.
Historical, contemporary museum
The Museum of World Culture
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.