Vasastaden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vasastaden
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.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg
Private Shopping Tour from Gothenburg to Hede Fashion Outlet
Our pick of the best Vasastaden Hotel Deals
Hotel Vasa, BW Signature Collection
Good area, close to tram and buses. Friendly and positive staff. Nice to have tea and coffee available 24/7.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Room was good. Bad breakfast was very crowded and the service at the reception was unfriendly and rude.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Clean room, spacious, good location. Three tower locations but not all towers have access to gym. Pools and spa with fee.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Draken
Great hotel great location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Scandic Goteborg Central
The hotel is in the middle of a massive building site. A bit far from anything even a coffee house. Room is gorgeous but doesn’t have a much needed table. Had to unpack onto the floor. Don’t think we’d stay there again.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Local shops easily accessible transport links within 100 metres.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vasastaden
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.
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 Linnegatan and The Iron Square, and jump on the metro at Handelshögskolan Tram Stop to get around the 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.
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.
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.
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.
