Gamlestaden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gamlestaden
Popular places to visit
Liseberg Amusement Park
Take a day to experience the fun of this inner-city theme park with its gardens, classic fair rides and Europe’s tallest free fall.
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
Spend a day of fun in Gothenburg’s science centre, where you can see monkeys in an indoor rain forest, take a lie detector test and climb a Velcro wall.
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.
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.
Activities
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Gothenburg: Guided Walking and Swedish Fika Tour
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Gothenburg with a Local
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Paddan Sightseeing Cruise on the River Säveån
Our pick of the best Gamlestaden Hotel Deals
Kviberg Park Hotel & Conference
Reviewed on 28 June 2025
Kvibergs Vandrarhem - Hostel
Reviewed on 6 June 2025
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Clarion Hotel Draken
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gamlestaden
Kviberg
If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Gothenburg Sports Museum or Skidome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Centrum
Museums, historical sites and theme parks highlight some notable features of Centrum. Make a stop by Liseberg Amusement Park or Universeum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop or Liseberg Tram Stop to get around town.
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.
Örgryte
While you're strolling through Örgryte, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Bäckeliden Tram Stop or Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop.
