Gothenburg City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Skansen Kronan showing heritage architecture and a city

Popular places to visit

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Nordstan Shopping Center

4/5(3 reviews)

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
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Gothenburg University

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
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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
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Museum of Gothenburg

4/5(1 review)

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
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Fish Market

5/5(1 review)

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
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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

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Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

NZ$86
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour
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Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

NZ$43
Per adult
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
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Gothenburg: Private Walking Tour with a Guide

NZ$157
Per adult
Gothenburg: Private Walking Tour with a Guide
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Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour

NZ$133
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour
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Gothenburg Night Life With pickup and Local Guide

NZ$276
Per adult
Gothenburg Night Life With pickup and Local Guide
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Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup

NZ$392
Per adult
Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup
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Our pick of the best Gothenburg City Center Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
4 out of 5
Södra Hamngatan 59, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$178 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$178
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,190 reviews)
"Really fun city and the hotel was in perfect spot for walking around. Liseberg and football stadium both in walking distance. Staff really friendly and bar restaurants excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
4.5 out of 5
Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$215 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$215
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (3,545 reviews)
"I enjoyed this property and it was nice and quiet and accessible. As a coeliac, I was very grateful for the gluten free selection and separate toaster. The day spa was beautiful with very friendly and helpful staff. The only thing for me was that on Friday and Saturday evenings, the thumping from ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Scandic Goteborg Central
Scandic Goteborg Central
4 out of 5
VIKINGSGATAN 7, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$186 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$186
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,302 reviews)
"We only stayed one night and needed to park our car so it is very convenient although it is not free to do that. The room was small but quiet despite how large the hotel is and the breakfast was good, lots of choice. You need to "book" a time to do that in the morning. It is walking distance to the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sep. 2024

Scandic Goteborg Central
Clarion Hotel Draken
Clarion Hotel Draken
4 out of 5
Olof Palmes Plats 2, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$199 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$199
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (1,280 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

Clarion Hotel Draken
Elite Park Avenue Hotel
Elite Park Avenue Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Kungsportsavenyn 36-38, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$189 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$189
per night
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (1,743 reviews)
"Great location, clean, quiet."

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2024

Elite Park Avenue Hotel
Scandic Europa
Scandic Europa
4 out of 5
Nils Ericsonsgatan 21, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$192 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$192
per night
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,184 reviews)
"It’s a great hotel! Breakfast is very good"

Reviewed on 23 Sep. 2024

Scandic Europa
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Other neighbourhoods around Gothenburg City Center

City Museum which includes 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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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