Gothenburg City Center Travel Guide

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

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)

Experience the stories of Gothenburg’s past through archaeological findings, artefacts and an immense Viking ship at this 18th-century museum.

Museum of Gothenburg
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Fish Market

5/5(1 review)

Buy fresh fish and eat locally sourced meals inside the fascinating church-like architecture of one of Gothenburg’s most popular markets.

Fish Market
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Gustav Adolf Square

Stand in this central square to view some of Gothenburg’s most important buildings alongside a spectacular statue of the city’s “Golden King”.

Gustav Adolf Square

Activities

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Discover Gothenburg's nightlife with a Local

AU$488
Per adult
Discover Gothenburg's nightlife with a Local
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Gothenburg Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

AU$33
Per adult
Gothenburg Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game
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Private Shopping Tour in Gothenburg With Pickup

AU$378
Per adult
Private Shopping Tour in Gothenburg With Pickup
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Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

AU$80
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour
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Gothenburg: Private Architecture Tour with a Local Expert

AU$1,227
Per adult
Gothenburg: Private Architecture Tour with a Local Expert
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Landvetter: 5-Day Tour to Gothenburg with Biking and Cruise

AU$1,087
Per adult
Landvetter: 5-Day Tour to Gothenburg with Biking and Cruise
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Our pick of the best Gothenburg City Center Hotel Deals

ProfilHotels Opera
ProfilHotels Opera
3 out of 5
Nils Ericsonsgatan 23, Gothenburg
The price is AU$157 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$157
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,726 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"Excellent from the check in to check out it was perfect. Staff, room, location and amenities all were excellent. I would not hesitate to highly recommend this hotel"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

ProfilHotels Opera
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
4.5 out of 5
Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$196 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$196
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,311 reviews)
"Hotel is the old post office. Great location in central Gothenburg. Staff very efficient and helpful."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Scandic Goteborg Central
Scandic Goteborg Central
4 out of 5
VIKINGSGATAN 7, Gothenburg
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$161
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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! (1,715 reviews)
"Will be much better when construction around building is complete"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Scandic Goteborg Central
Clarion Hotel Draken
Clarion Hotel Draken
4 out of 5
Olof Palmes Plats 2, Gothenburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$185 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$185
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Liseberg Amusement Park and Nordstan ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (670 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Best breakfast buffet"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Clarion Hotel Draken
Elite Park Avenue Hotel
Elite Park Avenue Hotel
4 out of 5
Kungsportsavenyn 36-38, Gothenburg
The price is AU$164 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$164
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,590 reviews)
"Great breakfast and central location"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Elite Park Avenue Hotel
Scandic Europa
Scandic Europa
4 out of 5
Nils Ericsonsgatan 21, Gothenburg
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$161
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,047 reviews)
Good hotel, would stay again
"Hotel was nice and in a very convenient location"

Reviewed on 23 May 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.

Vasastaden
Poseidon Statue which includes a city, street scenes and a fountain

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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