Vasastaden Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Geraldine Soh
Photo by Geraldine Soh
Photo by Katrin Henriksson
Photo by Katrin Henriksson
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Photo by Aneesh Venkat
Photo by Alberto Tureikis
Photo by Alberto Tureikis

Popular places to visit

Liseberg Amusement Park featuring rides

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.

Liseberg Amusement Park
Nordstan Shopping Center

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
Universeum showing marine life and interior views as well as a small group of people

Universeum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Universeum
Slottsskogen

Slottsskogen

Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.

Slottsskogen
Gothenburg University

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
Poseidon Statue which includes a statue or sculpture, a fountain and street scenes

Poseidon Statue

4/5(5 reviews)

Photograph this Gothenburg icon, a sculpture of the Greek god of the sea, rising high above the city’s main square.

Poseidon Statue

Activities

Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

NZ$61
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

NZ$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour
Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup

Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup

NZ$349
per adult
Gothenburg: Private Göta Älv Boat Tour with Pickup
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket

NZ$59
per adult
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour

Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour

NZ$157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour
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Our pick of the best Vasastaden Hotel Deals

Hotel Vasa, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Vasa, BW Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
Viktoriagatan 6, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$207 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$207
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"The service was good"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Hotel Vasa, BW Signature Collection
Gothia Towers & Upper House

Gothia Towers & Upper House

4.5 out of 5
Mässans Gata 24, Gothenburg
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,240 reviews)
"The hotel is comfortable, but rather outdated. Very crowded on weekend. Housekeeping service is basic; they never made the bed during a one week stay! Very limited storage space. Not a good value for money, however, keep in mind that Sweden is expensive."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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Gothia Towers & Upper House
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel

Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel

4 out of 5
Herman Lindmans Torg 1, Gothenburg, Västra Götaland
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,177 reviews)
Looking for a night of whimsy, nothing like it
"We only stayed one night. It was close to the tram and next door to a huge amusement park!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

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Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg

4.5 out of 5
Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$226 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$226
3 Aug - 4 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! (4,113 reviews)
Highly recommend
"Always a good stay here. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. What truly set this hotel apart was the service. Every staff member I interacted with—from the front desk to housekeeping—was warm, attentive, and professional. They genuinely seemed to care about the guests’ comfort and experience."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central

Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central

4 out of 5
Nils Ericssonplatsen 4, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$194 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$194
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (2,168 reviews)
"Amazing staff so helpful and friendly, tusen tak"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place Gothenburg Central
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Södra Hamngatan 59, Gothenburg
The price is NZ$208 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$208
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (2,558 reviews)
"Great location near the central railway station. Easy access to most places by walking or the local trams. Nice restaurants - we had dinner at the Atrium which was lovely. Nice helpful staff."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Vasastaden

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
Skansen Kronan which includes heritage architecture, a castle and military items

Haga

Well liked for its shopping and art galleries, Haga is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Skansen Kronan and Linnegatan, and jump on the metro at Handelshögskolan Tram Stop to get around the city.

Haga
Poseidon Statue featuring street scenes, a fountain and a city

Lorensberg

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lorensberg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gothenburg Concert Hall, and catch the metro at Korsvägen Tram Stop or Kapellplatsen Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Lorensberg
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Olivedal

While you're in Olivedal, take in top sights like Linnegatan or The Iron Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olivedalsgatan Tram Stop or Prinsgatan Tram Stop.

Olivedal
Skansen Kronan showing heritage architecture and a city

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.

Gothenburg City Center
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

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