Nordstaden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nordstaden
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.
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.
Gustav Adolf Square
Monumental heritage buildings and a grand statue of Gothenburg’s founder, Gustavus Adolphus, decorate the city’s grandest square.
Kronhuset
One of Gothenburg’s oldest buildings is now a museum and the perfect place to shop for souvenirs, such as pottery and leather goods, made by local artisans.
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.
Activities
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Gothenburg to Hede Fashion Outlet
Private Self-Guided Tour in Gothenburg With 100 Audio Stories
Entry Ticket To Gothenburg Museum of art with pickup
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Nordstaden Hotel Deals
Scandic Europa
Great location perfect
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
ProfilHotels Opera
Pros- the location is fantastic - directly across the central station for train and bus. Nordstan Mall is 100m away. Right in the heart of the city. Can't to much better than this. -The breakfast was simply outstanding - especially the overnight oatmeal topped with turkeyish yogurt, their berry compote ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Scandic Go, Lilla Bommen 5
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Great service from the girls in the front desk
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Stayed for Liseberg and absolutely loved it.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
on arrival i check in with Ann, amazing service and very friendly, that feeling carried on for the rest of my stay
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nordstaden
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lindholmen
While visiting Lindholmen, you might make a stop by sights like Frihamnen and Lindholmen Science Park.
