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Welcome to Gothenburg

The friendly city on the west coast of Sweden

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  • The outdoor dance area at night, illuminated with colourful lights.
    Open air-klubb
    Klubb Karusell

    Klubb Karusell returns! On two weekends in September, the gates reopen after Liseberg closes for the evening. Inside, an open-air club experience unlike any other awaits.

    Place:Liseberg amusement park
    Sep11
  • A harvest market in a town square with stalls selling fresh vegetables.
    Food festival
    Food Fest Gothenburg

    Discover flavors you have never tasted, in places you would never expect. Food Fest Gothenburg is a ten-day festival where the city’s gastronomy comes to life in unexpected settings.

    Place:Göteborg
    Sep11
Gothenburg is one of the world's most sustainable destinations according to the Global Destination Sustainability Index.
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Autumn in Gothenburg

Discover Gothenburg as the city shifts into autumn colours. "Fika" at cosy cafés, enjoy world-class culture, seasonal food and beautiful parks, or head to the archipelago for crisp sea air and peaceful island walks.

Autumn in Gothenburg
Autumn in Gothenburg

Gothenburg archipelago

Discover The Gothenburg archipelago, a place for both tranquillity and activities, all year round.

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Embrace the unique Gothenburg vibe

Famous for Volvo, magical archipelago islands and world class seafood, Gothenburg is the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden.

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Gothenburg is one of the world's most sustainable destinations according to the Global Destination Sustainability Index.

Neighbourhoods in Gothenburg

Discover the different areas in Gothenburg – all with their own unique charm and vibe. You'll find them a walk or short tram ride from the city centre, waiting for you to come and explore!

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Explore the neighbourhoods

Amazing bars, cafes and restaurants

Fresh seafood from the nearby sea, Scandinavia's finest craft beer, and the world's most famous cinnamon bun.

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Sights & Attractions

Gothenburg is filled with historic sites, majestic archipelago scenery and family-friendly museums.

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Gothenburg for the whole family

Gothenburg is an absolutely wonderful city for children, families, and our four-legged friends. Here, we've gathered the best experiences and activities for the little ones, along with the city's many family-friendly restaurants and hotels.

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Day trips

Explore the picturesque archipelago islands, visit the region’s beautiful castles, or hike along the scenic trails.

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Happening today

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There’s always something going on in Gothenburg. In our popular events calendar, you'll find a great variety of events on the city’s stages, arenas and parks.

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Shopping in Gothenburg

An established fashion design scene and many local brands define Gothenburg as a shopping city.

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