Gamlestaden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gamlestaden
Popular places to visit
Liseberg Amusement Park
Thrill seekers will delight in the rides at this park just south of the city, including one of Europe’s fastest free falls and a popular wooden roller coaster.
Nya Ullevi Stadium
Catch an event at Nya Ullevi Stadium during your trip to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Nordstan Shopping Center
During your visit to Gothenburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nordstan Shopping Center. Experience the area's museums and live music.
Universeum
Learn how astronauts use the bathroom while in space and how to detect a forged banknote through the interactive exhibits at Scandinavia’s largest science museum.
Slottsskogen
Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.
Poseidon Statue
Photograph this Gothenburg icon, a sculpture of the Greek god of the sea, rising high above the city’s main square.
Activities
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Gothenburg to Hede Fashion Outlet
Private Self-Guided Tour in Gothenburg With 100 Audio Stories
Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Gamlestaden Hotel Deals
Kviberg Park Hotel & Conference
"Very good hotel in a sports arena with the room looking into the football area. However there was no heating in the room."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kvibergs Vandrarhem - Hostel
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
"Brilliant stay at a lovely hotel with our toddler who found the hotel magical. The hotel is brilliant and while more expensive compared to other hotels, well worth it. The staff were great and amenities superb. If I had to give some constructive feedback it would be to review the eggs at breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
"Breakfast was excellent. Very convenient for the conference in the hotel."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
"Great hotel"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Draken
"Great hotel in a fabulous location Rooms were clean and spacious Breakfast was a little busy at time but was always somewhere too sit and food was plentiful Would certainly stay again"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gamlestaden
Kviberg
If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Gothenburg Sports Museum or Skidome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.
Stampen
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Stampen. If sightseeing is on the list, Queen's Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Ullevi Norra Tram Stop or Svingeln Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Gothenburg City Center
Travellers choose Gothenburg City Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Göteborg Centralst Drottningt Station or Nordstan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Garden Society of Gothenburg.
Örgryte
While you're strolling through Örgryte, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Bäckeliden Tram Stop or Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop.
Nordstaden
If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Museum of Gothenburg and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken Tram Stop.
Heden
Travellers choose Heden for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ullevi Södra Tram Stop or Scandinavium Tram Stop and check out top sights like Nya Ullevi Stadium.
