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Gothenburg Travel & Sightseeing Guide

January 10, 2008 |

A trip to Gothenburg

A wonderland for adults and kids alike, Gothenburg has a lovely harbour, which is situated on Sweden’s west coast. The city is captivating, with its array of canals and beautiful parks, while those into interesting displays can do a lot of museum-hopping. Also known as the ‘Natural Gateway to the West’, Gothenburg is a major base for exploring the wonderful sceneries of Sweden. Those travelling with children cannot miss a trip to Liseberg, one of the world’s best amusement parks, to enjoy heart-stopping rides like the renowned Spaceport Liseberg. Nightlife in Gothenburg is ecstatic, even for the Swedes.

Flights to Gothenburg
Located about 16 miles from Gothenburg is Landvetter Airport, handling a number of domestic flights to and from Copenhagen and Stockholm. If you are looking for a cheap flight to Gothenburg try lastminute.com. From the airport, there are airport buses (Flygbuss) operating into the city centre regularly. Travellers can also get here using the Oslo-Copenhagen express train that stops in Gothenburg.

Optionally, Stena Line offers connections by sea from North Jutland and Harwich in England. Getting around the city is easy. Tourists can buy a Gothenburg Pass, which offers access on buses, trains, trams and archipelago boats, as well as discounts on museums and parks.
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Sightseeing in Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a city of museums, and those wishing to soak in the city’s rich culture won’t be disappointed. Visit the Stadtsmuseum where you can gasp at beautiful collections of porcelain and the famous Äskekärr Viking ship. Maritime Centrum offers a memorable trip on a destroyer and submarine, while Götaplatsen, a very well equipped cultural centre, unveils a fascinating nexus between Gothenburg’s glorious past and promising future.

The artsy lot can nip to the Konstmuseet (Art Museum), with its wonderful collections of artworks including Impressionist paintings and Pop Art, as well as impressive Swedish masterpieces. Also, you should plan one fun-filled day to Liseberg, the country’s most famous amusement park. With or without the kids, enjoy a number of spine-tingling rides and scream like there’s no tomorrow.

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Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Gothenburg is literally dotted with restaurants. Take a pick between the city’s 570 restaurants and try its signature seafood dishes. Those into Michelin star stuff can visit one of the four Gothenburg’s eateries starred in the guide.

After a fulfilling meal, it’s time to discover Gothenburg’s nightlife. The town is vibrant during the summer, with many pubs and restaurants offering outdoor areas which are always packed with locals and tourists alike. There are also many dance clubs where you can shake your body all night long. Another option is to hit the casino, where you can practice your poker face and hope that lady luck is on your side.

Fun by day - shopping and activities
To the delight to shoppers worldwide, Gothenburg is home to the biggest shopping mall in Scandinavia. Nordstan boasts a wide range of dazzling designer goodies. Another good bet is Kungsgatan/Fredsgatan, the longest pedestrian mall in the country where you can shop until you drop, or at least until your credit card is maxed out.

There are many things to do in Gothenburg, apart from sightseeing and museum-hopping. Avenyn, lined with outdoor cafés where you can relax and watch the world go by or check out the local Swedes, is a nice area to walk around.


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