Gothenburg City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gothenburg City Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gustav Adolf Square
Monumental heritage buildings and a grand statue of Gothenburg’s founder, Gustavus Adolphus, decorate the city’s grandest square.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg
Our pick of the best Gothenburg City Center Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel Draken
Draken Hotel was absolutely amazing. Room was a great size and very modern. Only complaint is NO drawers. Bed linen was best ever. Reception staff were very nice & helped me when I had an issue which was quickly resolved. Breakfast fantastic & lots of choices. Will definitely return.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central
It’s a good hotel, perfect breakfast and the staff is so gentle.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Scandic Europa
It’s the second time I’ve stayed. We love the beds, they are very comfy. The rooms a nicely decorated and have everything you need. The staff are friendly and the location is prefect
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Scandic Goteborg Central
Beautiful hote, very luxurious.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Clean rooms, great check in experience. Reasonable food for breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Scandic Crown
Clean, comfortable room. The walls were very thin, so could hear conversations from the adjacent rooms. The doors slammed very loud, and would shake the room. The beds were comfortable, so still managed to sleep well. The lobby area was nice and breakfast good. The hotel is very well located just ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Gothenburg City Center
Nordstaden
If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Gothenburg Opera and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
