Gothenburg City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Skansen Kronan showing heritage architecture and a city
Skansen Kronan which includes heritage architecture, a castle and military items
Gothenburg City Center
Skansen Kronan which includes a park, a city and views
Gothenburg City Center

Popular places to visit

Nordstan Shopping Center

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.

Nordstan Shopping Center
Gothenburg University

Gothenburg University

Enjoy the student vibe at Gothenburg University during your visit to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Gothenburg University
Kungsgatan

Kungsgatan

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kungsgatan during your trip to Gothenburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Kungsgatan
Fish Market featuring signage and markets

Fish Market

Try salmon brought in from the bay at this Gothenburg “fish church”, a market with ready-to-eat morsels for a picnic or fresh fish cooked and brought to your table.

Fish Market
City Museum featuring interior views

Museum of Gothenburg

Learn about Gothenburg’s history through artefacts such as a Viking ship and international goods gained through centuries of trade at this important museum.

Museum of Gothenburg
Gustav Adolf Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and an administrative building

Gustav Adolf Square

Monumental heritage buildings and a grand statue of Gothenburg’s founder, Gustavus Adolphus, decorate the city’s grandest square.

Gustav Adolf Square

Activities

Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

NZ$61
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour

Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

NZ$44
per adult
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup

Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup

NZ$280
per adult
Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup
Lilla Bommen: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island

Gothenburg: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island

NZ$63
per adult
Gothenburg: 4-Hour Guided Boat Tour to Vinga Island
Paddan on Säveån

Paddan on Säveån

NZ$69
per adult
Paddan on Säveån
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Our pick of the best Gothenburg City Center Hotel Deals

Elite Park Avenue Hotel

Elite Park Avenue Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Kungsportsavenyn 36-38, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$187 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$187
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,483 reviews)
"Bra men kanske lite sliten hotel. Mycket trevlig personal och bra frukost. Bra läget i stan. Bonuspoäng med påskägg jakt till barn."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Elite Park Avenue Hotel
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg

4.5 out of 5
Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$245 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$245
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,250 reviews)
"Great Hotel for a Visit to Gothenburg I have stayed here twice and would book again on my next visit to Gothenburg. The rooms are clean and well sized. The gym has a good selection of equipment. The staff are amazing. The roof top pool is a treat."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Clarion Hotel Draken

Clarion Hotel Draken

4 out of 5
Olof Palmes Plats 2, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$227 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$227
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,896 reviews)
"This is a really beautiful hotel. Our room was gorgeous. The area around the hotel has a lot of building work going on at the moment but it will be lovely once it is all finished. one thing of note, while the breakfast area and the food selection was really excellent it was VERY busy every day. It ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Clarion Hotel Draken
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Södra Hamngatan 59, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$198 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$198
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,650 reviews)
"Great location, clean, safe. Wonderfulo staff."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central

Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central

4 out of 5
Nils Ericssonplatsen 4, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$183 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$183
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,367 reviews)
"We stayed 3 nights during the Way Out West festival weekend. The location is very strategic since the hotel is right above the train station. The breakfast buffet was great, lots of options and even if it can be crowded there is enough space for everyone to enjoy it. The staff is also very kind, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central
Scandic Goteborg Central

Scandic Goteborg Central

4 out of 5
VIKINGSGATAN 7, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$170 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$170
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,142 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Super close to the central train station. Very accessible for wheelchairs. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Rooftop bar and restaurant are stunning, especially at sunset. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Scandic Goteborg Central
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Other neighbourhoods around Gothenburg City Center

City Museum showing interior views

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.

Nordstaden
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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.

Stampen
Universeum which includes a park

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 Liseberg Amusement Park.

Heden
Fish Market showing a statue or sculpture and a river or creek

Inom Vallgraven

Travellers choose Inom Vallgraven for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Domkyrkan Tram Stop or Grönsakstorget Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kungsgatan.

Inom Vallgraven
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Vasastaden

Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Vasastaden. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Haga Church, and jump on the metro at Vasa Viktoriagatan Tram Stop or Vasaplatsen Tram Stop to get around the city.

Vasastaden
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Gårda

While you're in Gårda, take in top sights like Gothenburg Textile Heritage Centre and jump on the metro at Liseberg Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Gårda

Gothenburg City Center Travel Guide

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