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
Experience the stories of Gothenburg’s past through archaeological findings, artefacts and an immense Viking ship at this 18th-century museum.
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”.
Kronhuset
Explore a charming courtyard filled with artisan shops and see craftsman at work while you enjoy the spectacular architecture of this historic landmark.
Gothenburg Opera
Enjoy a show at Gothenburg Opera, a popular theatre in Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Maritima Museum
Learn about Gothenburg’s history of seafaring and the lives of ancient mariners through diaries, simulators and an aquarium full of fish.
Activities
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Nordstaden Hotel Deals
Scandic Europa
"Great for family stays, booking the pool was easy, really helpful staff-we left our bags for the day. Breakfast was delicious and had everything you could imagine to please all, including a very fussy eater!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
ProfilHotels Opera
"Great centrak location for many bars & dining - easy access to both football Stadia & the theme park. Relaxing Spa & good breakfast"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Scandic Go, Lilla Bommen 5
"Clean"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
"Brilliant stay at a lovely hotel with our toddler who found the hotel magical. The hotel is brilliant and while more expensive compared to other hotels, well worth it. The staff were great and amenities superb. If I had to give some constructive feedback it would be to review the eggs at breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
"Excellent Breakfast. Many choices including hot and cold food and Swedish specialities. Definitely worth the price. Lovely staff, very helpful and patient, fluent in English. There is a very organised, self-service luggage storage that is free of charge. The window in my room is quite big but cannot ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
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 Nya Ullevi Stadium.
Lindholmen
While visiting Lindholmen, you might make a stop by sights like Frihamnen and Radiomuseet.
