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The beauty of Gothenburg becomes apparent as you walk around the harbourand city centre and explore the different neighbourhoods that lend the area apleasant and relaxing vibe. There are cafés on every street corner andworld-class restaurants serving expertly-prepared dishes with the freshestingredients. Gothenburg offers year-round events and attractions like theLiseberg amusement park, the Opera, the annual film festival and book fair, theWay Out West music festival, many sporting events, and much more.

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Gothenburg City MuseumThe Museum of Gothenburg’sexhibitions tell the story of12,000 years of his...FeskekôrkaBuilt in 1874, the indoor fishmarket hall Feskekôrka, actuallylooks like a...The Gothenburg ArchipelagoEnjoy the unique archipelago,with its salty granite cliffs,beaches and dee...LisebergLiseberg is the largestamusement park in Scandinavia.With around forty rid...The Göteborg OperaWith a unique mix of opera,contemporary dance, musicalsand concerts, the G...

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THE CITY

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Even though Gothenburg is the second-largest

city in the country, it still breathes small-town

charm and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere. The

sea and nature are just around the corner, and

you can reach the idyllic archipelago in no time.

At the same time, the city oers everything you

could possibly expect from a modern destination,

and most major tourist attractions are within

walking distance.

A stroll around the compact city centre will take

you to shopping malls, arcades, and small

independent shops featuring local Gothenburg

brands in fashion and interior design.

The city has become a top spot for foodies and is

famous for its rst-class seafood. Here, you can

enjoy everything from food trucks to classic

neighbourhood eateries to Michelin-starred ne

dining establishments.

When it comes to accommodation, you can

choose from trendy boutique hotels to simple

budget options, hostels, spa hotels, and

everything in between--there is something at

every price range and for every taste.

Gothenburg also boasts exciting museums, a

good mix of shopping, family-friendly activities,

historical sites, as well as a vibrant nightlife. Let

yourself be charmed by the people and the city's

special character and vibe.

DO & SEE

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Nature is just around the corner in Gothenburg,

and distances are short, making it easy to

combine bustling city activities with tranquil

moments in the archipelago. How about a

shopping spree, a visit to a museum or the large

amusement park Liseberg, followed by a swim in

the sea on the very same day?

Gothenburg City Museum

The Museum of

Gothenburg’s exhibitions

tell the story of 12,000

years of history, explore

the city of today and take

a look into the future.

You’ll nd the museum in the unique setting of

the Swedish East India Company building from

the 1750s. They oer guided city walks, lectures

and other activities.

The Children’s Museum has all sorts of activities

for children aged 0-5.

Photo: trabantos/Shutterstock.com

Address: Norra Hamngatan 12, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Bus or tram to Brunnsparken or

Domkyrkan (Cathedral)

Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 10.00 – 17.00, Wednesday:

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10.00 – 20.00 (For holiday opening, see special notices on the

website)

Phone: +46 31 368 36 00

Internet: www.goteborgsstadsmuseum.se

Email: [email protected]

Free entrance with Göteborg City Card. More info in the

Göteborg City Card-section.

Feskekôrka

Built in 1874, the indoor

sh market hall

Feskekôrka, actually

looks like a Neo-Gothic

church, but is a paradise

for seafood-lovers.

Besides a market place, they also oer several

lunch restaurants and takeaway shops that

serves all kinds of sh and seafood. It is

conveniently located in the city centre and

popular among locals and tourists alike.

Photo: Sergey Dzyuba/Shutterstock.com

Address: Rosenlundsvägen, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 10.00 - 18.00, Saturday:

10.00 - 15.00

Internet: www.feskekörka.se


The Gothenburg Archipelago

Enjoy the unique

archipelago, with its salty

granite clis, beaches

and deep blue sea. Spend

time exploring shing

villages and islands by

ferry, by bike or on foot. This is the perfect day

trip on a sunny day. The area is also great for sea

kayaking, sailing or boat trips.

Photo: A.Ruiz/Shutterstock.com

Internet: www.styrsobolaget.se/Sodra-Skargarden

More Info: The southern part of the archipelago, reached

from the ferry berth in Saltholmen, is car-free.

Liseberg

Liseberg is the largest

amusement park in

Scandinavia. With around

forty rides and

attractions, there is

something for everyone –

young and old. The park also hosts popular

concerts on the main stage throughout the

summer months. The Christmas market is a

long-running cosy holiday favourite with market

stalls, arts and crafts and traditional sweets and

food.

Photo: nra/Shutterstock.com

Address: Örgrytevägen 5, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 40 01 00

Internet: www.liseberg.se




The Göteborg Opera

With a unique mix of

opera, contemporary

dance, musicals and

concerts, the Göteborg

Opera is proled as a

modern and innovative

opera house. You will be entertained by famous

actors, directors, soloists and conductors from

around the world, and see productions that

attract international attention.

Photo: Stokkete/Shutterstock.com

Address: Christina Nilssons Gata, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 10 80 00

Internet: www.opera.se



www.goteborgsstadsmuseum.se

www.feskek�rka.se

www.styrsobolaget.se/Sodra-Skargarden

www.liseberg.se

www.opera.se

Gunnebo House and GardensGunnebo House was built

at the end of the 1800s

and the outdoor pursuits

area oers the

opportunity for superb

walks or other exercise in

beautiful countryside. The natural environment

around the house at Gunnebo is well known and

armed with binoculars you can discover many

rare plants and birds. Gunnebo Kaehus & Krog

is housed in the servants’ quarters, right next to

the kitchen garden. Freshly baked and with a

wonderful smell, the bread comes from the

Baking Cottage to be enjoyed with freshly made

ecological coee.

Photo: TTphoto/Shutterstock.com

Address: Christina Halls Väg, Mölndal

Public Transport: Bus 752

Opening hours: The garden is open every day. For a guided

tour, please see the website below.

Phone: +46 31 334 16 00

Internet: www.gunneboslott.se




Casino Cosmopol

Casino Cosmopol is

Gothenburg´s

international casino and

oers entertainment,

non-stop excitement and

high quality dining in a

beautiful setting. Guests come to the casino to

socialize, choose great dishes and drinks from

the delicious menu, and enjoy the exciting games

365 days a year.

Photo: Fer Gregory/Shutterstock.com

Address: Packhusplatsen 7, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Sunday-Friday 11.30 - 03.00, Saturday and

day before public holiday 11.30 - 05.00

Phone: +46 10 120 39 10

Internet: www.casinocosmopol.se




Hop On – Hop Off Bus

Hop On – Hop O Bus

oer a convenient way of

getting around

Gothenburg. The bus pass

most of Gothenburg’s

most popular sights such

as Avenyn, Liseberg and Feskekôrka. Hop on and

o as often as you want over a 24-hour period.

The tour takes about one hour if you decide not

to get o.

Photo: tony740607/Shutterstock.com

Address: The Grand Theatre, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Season: April - November

Phone: +46 31 60 96 70

Internet: www.stromma.se/goteborg


More Info: For departure points and tickets, see

www.stromma.se



Slottsskogen

The large park

Slottsskogen is a popular

area to enjoy a relaxing

day with family and

friends. It oers the

perfect setting for a

picnic, exercise, walk or bbq. Here the kids can

enjoy the biggest playground in Gothenburg

called Plikta that oers lots of fun activities.

There is also the zoo that houses wild Nordic

animals like elk, deer, penguins and seals.

Photo: JoakimJpaa/Shutterstock.com

Address: Slottskogspromenaden, Gothenburg


www.gunneboslott.se

www.casinocosmopol.se

www.stromma.se/goteborg

www.stromma.se

www.stromma.se

Gothenburg Botanical Garden

Welcome to one of the

largest botanical gardens

in Europe with a strong

emphasis on horticulture.

Here you will nd 16, 000

dierent species in the

greenhouses and beautifully arranged garden

rooms. This is the perfect place to experience the

change of seasons which are typical for

Sweden. Every season has its own setting within

the Gothenburg botanical gardens. On site there

is also a shop, café and a full service restaurant.

Photo: Rolf E. Staerk/Shutterstock.com

Address: Carl Skottsbergs Gata 22A, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Open every day, all year round from 09.00

until sunset.

Phone: +46 10 473 77 77

Internet: www.botaniska.se




Swedish Ship Götheborg

Experience the history

and adventures of the

Swedish Ship Götheborg.

The guides, dressed in

18th century costumes,

tell the story of the harsh

life on board the ship, the expeditions of today,

and the daily efforts to keep the ship under sails.

While visiting the ship you can watch the film

about the China expedition (2005-2007).

Photo: Pavel Tvrdy/Shutterstock.com

Address: Pir Fyra 2, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 779 3450

Internet: www.soic.se


More Info: They oer guided tours in both Swedish and

English.

Universeum

Scandinavia's largest

science centre features

seven oors of animals,

experiments and

challenges for the whole

family. The aquariums

are some of the largest in Europe, hosting

exciting exhibitions and an indoor rainforest all

year round – right in the middle of Gothenburg.

Photo: Elizaveta Galitckaia/Shutterstock.com

Address: Södra Vägen 50, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Daily 10.00 - 18.00 (some days the opening

hours may vary)

Phone: +46 31 335 64 00

Internet: www.universeum.se




Hasselblad Center

The Hasselblad

Foundation is a unique

platform for photography

in the Nordic region.

They present ve major

exhibitions a year at the

Hasselblad Center, of which one is the annual

Hasselblad Award Winner exhibition.

Additionally, a number of smaller exhibitions

take place in the Project Room.

Photo: sabthai/Shutterstock.com

Address: Götaplatsen, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Tuesday: 11.00 - 18.00, Wednesday: 11.00 -

20.00, Thursday: 11.00 - 18.00, Friday - Sunday and holidays:

11.00 - 17.00

Phone: +46 31 778 2150

Internet: www.hasselbladfoundation.org


More Info: Hasselblad Center is located in the Göteborg

Museum of Art




www.botaniska.se

www.soic.se

www.universeum.se

www.hasselbladfoundation.org

Skansen Kronan

Towering over the Haga

neighbourhood, in central

Gothenburg's southern

part, you can nd one of

the city's two remaining

forts. It was built in 1698

to protect Gothenburg from possible Danish

attacks, which fortunately never happened.

Although, there is no access inside of the fort it

is worth your time since the view over the city is

spectacular from the hill where it is beautifully

located.

Photo: Lars Ove Jonsson/Shutterstock.com

Address: Skansberget, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 711 30 33

Internet: www.skansenkronan.se


More Info: Used as an event hall.

The Avenue

The main boulevard

Kungsportsavenyn is not

only a center for

entertainment, but this

upscale neighborhood

also oers exclusive

boutiques and clothing stores.

Kungsportsavenyn, or simply Avenyn, stretches

from the Kungsportsbron bridge by the Moat to

Götaplatsen situated near the Museum of Art,

the City Theatre, the Concert Hall and the

Poseidon statue.

Avenyn is lined with shops, cosy cafés, renowned

restaurants and popular bars. It gets extra lively

here in the summer when holidaymakers enjoy

the bar and restaurant life, spilling onto the

terraces, giving the atmosphere a very electric

yet relaxing feel.

Photo: Göran Assner

Address: Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram: 3, 4, 5, 7 and 10

Phone: +46 31 13 80 90

Internet: www.avenyn.se

Email: [email protected].

Kronhuset

The building Kronhuset,

located behind Gustav

Adolf Square, is one of

the oldest in the city. It

was built in the mid-17th

century as a storehouse

for military uniforms and other military

equipment. Today it houses a concert venue and

crafts centre with small shops and a café.


Address: Postgatan 6-8, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Shops are generally open Monday - Friday:

10.00 – 17.00, Saturday: 11.00 – 15.00

Internet: www.kronhusbodarna.nu


Paddan

The best way to take in

Gothenburg is from the

water. This guided city

tour passes under many

often low bridges

including the famous

“Cheese Slicer” bridge, and out into the harbour.

The boat departs from Kungsportsplatsen and

the tour takes approximately 50 minutes.


Address: Kungsportsplatsen, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 60 96 70

Internet: www.stromma.se/en/gothenburg


More Info: Opening hours are changing with the season,

make sure to double-check if you travel o-season.




www.skansenkronan.se

www.avenyn.se

www.kronhusbodarna.nu

www.stromma.se/en/gothenburg

Röda Sten Art Centre

Röda Sten Art Centre is

located by the water, in

an old boiler house, under

the Älvsborg bridge. It's

an alternative venue for

contemporary arts in all

its forms, featuring exhibitions, events and

workshops.

Photo: Michellebrownboynton/Wikimedia Commons (image

cropped)

Address: Röda Sten 1, Gothenburg

Internet: www.rodasten.com



The Museum of World Culture

Temporary exhibitions

about the world around

us are combined with

workshops, events, talks

and more at The Museum

of World Culture. The

building was designed by London-based

architects Cécile Brisac and Edgar Gonzales and

the museum has one star in the Michelin Green

Guide.

In addition, a playful exhibition is featured that

invites children and adults to explore and

experience together.

Photo: Chubykin Arkady/Shutterstock.com

Address: Södra vägen 54, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 12.00 - 17.00,

Wednesday: 12.00 - 20.00, Thursday - Friday: 12.00 - 17.00,

Saturday - Sunday: 11.00 - 17.00

Phone: +46 10 456 12 00

Internet: www.varldskulturmuseerna.se




The Garden Society of Gothenburg

The Garden Society of

Gothenburg

(Trädgårdsföreningen) is

considered to be among

the best preserved 19th

century parks in Europe.

Stroll around, take a break and enjoy the peace

and quiet in the middle of the city, just a stone's

throw from the central station.

For the children there is a very popular

playground with swings, slides and winding

paths.

Photo: TTphoto/Shutterstock.com

Address: Trädgårdsföreningen, Gothenburg

Opening hours: The park and Palmhouse is open daily

Phone: +46 31 365 00 00

Tickets: Free entrance

Internet: www.tradgardsforeningen.se


Haga

Haga, the city’s oldest

"suburb," is a small town

in its own right. Along

Haga Nygata are several

second hand shops,

antique shops, fashion

and interior design shops situated directly next

door to restaurants and cafés. Strolling through

the cobbled, narrow streets between the wooden

houses will take you back at least one hundred

years in time.

Photo: Göran Assner

Address: Haga Nygata, Gothenburg

More Info: Tram stop: Hagakyrkan, Handelshögskolan or

Järntorget


www.rodasten.com

www.varldskulturmuseerna.se

www.tradgardsforeningen.se

Göteborg Natural History MuseumFounded in 1833, this is

the oldest museum in the

city and located in

Slottskogen. A fantastic

collection of animals from

all over the world,

including the only mounted blue whale and the

African elephant is displayed here. Explore the

earth, life in sea and the history of life at

Göteborg Natural History Museum.

Photo: Julie A Lynch/Shutterstock.com

Address: Museivägen 10, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday: closed, Tuesday - Sunday: 11.00 -

17.00, Thursday: 11.00 - 20.00

Phone: +46 31 10 441 44 00

Internet: www.gnm.se




Volvo Museum

Welcome to a journey

through time. Follow the

development of the Volvo

cars, trucks, buses,

construction vehicles,

industrial and marine

engines, from the 1920s up until today. The

museum also displays about the Volvo Ocean

Race and the Volvo Golf Experience.

For the small ones, there is a playground and a

children’s’ car.

Photo: gowithstock/Shutterstock.com

Address: Volvo Arendal/Arendal Skans, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 10.00 - 17.00, Saturday -

Sunday: 11.00 - 16.00

Phone: +46 31 66 48 14

Internet: www.volvomuseum.com




Gothenburg Museum of Art

The Gothenburg Museum

of Art has a leading

collection of Nordic art

from the 15th century up

until today, where you

can explore Edvard

Munch, Anders Zorn, P.S. Krøyer and much

more. It has three stars in the Michelin Green

Guide and features a range of temporary

exhibitions.

Photo: Iakov Filimonov/Shutterstock.com


Opening hours: Monday: closed, Tuesday, Thursday: 11.00 -

18.00, Wednesday: 11.00 - 20.00, Friday – Sunday and

holiday: 11.00 - 17.00

Phone: +46 31 368 35 00

Internet: konstmuseum.goteborg.se




Alfie Atkins' Cultural Centre

A creative cultural centre

for children and their

adults, inspired by the

popular Swedish

children's book character

Ale Atkins. Children can

play, climb and discover daily activities like

theatre, music and kid's workouts. Here the kids

can have lots of fun in the dierent rooms and

play for hours. At the in-house Malcolm’s Café,

visitors can take a break to have something to

eat and drink.

Photo: Catalin Petolea/Shutterstock.com

Address: Slussgatan 1, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Open daily: 10.00 - 16.00

Phone: +46 31 15 42 80

Internet: www.alfonskulturhus.se


www.gnm.se

www.volvomuseum.com

www.alfonskulturhus.se




Stinsen Sightseeing

Enjoy an exciting train

ride along the streets of

Gothenburg while

exploring unique

quarters, historic

buildings and interesting

sights. The onboard guide will tell you more

about the city and the dierent sights along the

journey. Choose to join the entire tour or try the

hop-on-hop-o ticket.


Address: Gustaf Adolfs Torg, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Tours from May to September. Daily during

June - August

Phone: +46 31 707 616 486

Internet: www.stinsensightseeing.se


More Info: Tickets are available at Gustav Adolf Square, and

the round trip tour takes about 40 minutes.



Boat Trip to Vinga

Step on board on a boat

for a trip to Gothenburg’s

most westerly outpost –

the lighthouse Vinga. The

beautiful island oers a

unique natural setting

with fantastic waters for swimming.

The Swedish singer and composer Evert Taube

grew up here when his father was the

lighthouse-keeper from 1890 onward. Today,

their house is a museum and you can join a

guided tour for a fascinating glimpse into early

19th century life.

Photo: wiklander/Shutterstock.com

Address: Vinga, Gothenburg

Internet: www.vinga.nu



Gothenburg City Theatre

Gothenburg City Theatre

is Sweden's oldest of its

kind and one of the

country's largest

dramatical theatres. The

repertoire includes

classical, contemporary and foreign plays and

performances. The lobby bar Foajébaren is a

popular pre-theatre meeting place.

Photo: lapandr/Shutterstock.com

Address: Götaplatsen 4, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 708 71 00

Internet: www.stadsteatern.goteborg.se


Ringlinien Vintage Tram

The Ringlinien Vingtage

Tram runs during

summer and winter,

allowing visitors to

experience the city

on-board on a vintage

tram from between 1900–1960. The tramline

runs a service from the central station to

Liseberg amusement park. Fun for both adults

and kids alike.


Address: Drottningtorget, Gothenburg

Internet: www.ringlinien.org





www.stinsensightseeing.se

www.vinga.nu

www.stadsteatern.goteborg.se

www.ringlinien.org

The Röhsska Design MuseumSweden's only museum of

fashion, design and

decorative art showcases

everything from

contemporary design to

old Chinese ceramics and

20th century fashion. It recently reopened

following a major refurbishment, and now

features a new permanent Asian collection, plus

a rolling array of temporary exhibitions,

workshops, and more.

Photo: Amnartk/Shutterstock.com

Address: Vasagatan 37-39, Gothenburg

Internet: www.rohsska.se




Nya Älvsborgs Fästning

On a small island, only 30

minutes by boat from

Gothenburg, stands Nya

Älvsborgs Fästning, one

of Sweden's most

well-preserved fortresses.

It dates back to the mid-17th century and is the

perfect place to stroll around and to learn more

about Gothenburg’s history.

Strömma archipelago boats provides guided

tours to the island. www.stromma.se

Photo: Kjell Holmner

Address: Nya Älvsborgs Fästning, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 158 151

Internet: www.alvsborgsfastning.se


More Info: The boat departs from: Lilla Bommen



ÅbybadetÅbybadet has water

activities for the whole

family. The 50-meter pool

in Åbybadet is a good

place for swimming and

has a separate play area

with a diving board and oating toys. The jungle

contains small paddling pools, mini slides, toys

and animal-themed sprinklers and spouts. If you

are in need of relaxation, Åbybadet has a

soothing sauna, Jacuzzi and a heated pool.

Photo: ESB Professional/Shutterstock.com

Address: Idrottsvägen 9, Mölndal

Phone: +46 31 86 89 70

Tickets: Entrance is free for children under the age of 4.

Internet: www.abybad.se


More Info: Bus number 753 starts from Heden in Gothenburg

and makes a stop at Idrottsvägen, right outside Åbybadet. If

you go by car it is a 7 minute drive from the center of

Gothenburg and the parking is free.

Masthugget Church

This 1914 church is a

well-known sea

navigation landmark in

Gothenburg and a great

example of the National

Romantic style as

designed by the famous architect, Sigfrid

Ericsson. Around 90,000 tourists visit the church

every year with its' splendid viewpoint, allowing

the church and the parish to welcome and

engage with visitors who are looking for a very

local experience.

Photo: Sergey Dzyuba/Shutterstock.com

Address: Storebackegatan, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram: 3, 9, 11 Stop: Stigbergstorget, Bus:

60 Stop: Fjällskolan

Phone: +46 31 7319 250

Internet: www.svenskakyrkan.se/masthugg


www.rohsska.se

www.alvsborgsfastning.se

www.abybad.se

www.svenskakyrkan.se/masthugg


Eriksberg

This area has a long

history of shipbuilding,

and as late as the 1970's

it was home to some of

the world's largest

shipyards. Today, the old

shipyard located by the Eriksberg and

Lindholmen quays is a new residential area with

restaurants, theaters and cafés, and it is well

worth the stop for a coee or an ice cream with a

river view.

Photo: Danni Efraim/Shutterstock.com

Address: Eriksberg, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Älvsnabben ferry from Lilla Bommen to

Eriksberg

Internet: www.vastraeriksberg.se

Nordic Watercolour Museum

The Nordic Watercolour

Museum is an

inspirational meeting

place for art and nature

lovers - a place where

people can enjoy a venue

for art based on water, pigment and paper. Since

the beginning, world class art has been on

display from Salvador Dali, Bill Viola, Louise

Bourgeois and Swedish favorites like Elsa

Beskow, Anders Zorn and Lars Lerin. Together

with Restaurant Vatten, the museum oers you

an experience that appeals to all your senses.

Photo: guruXOX/Shutterstock.com

Address: Södra Hamnen 6, Skärhamn

Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 12.00 - 17.00

Phone: +46 304 60 00 80

Internet: www.akvarellmuseet.org


AeroseumExplore one of the Cold

War’s most top-secret

defense facilities, located

in a 1950’s subterranean

hangar 30 meters below

the rock

surface.

Aeroseum is an aviation discovery centre packed

with fascinating experiences for people of all

ages. Visitors can explore, experience and

experiment in the 22,000 square meter

subterranean hangar, which was once top secret.

Exhibits include Draken and Viggen warplanes,

civil aircraft, helicopters, engines and more.

Take a break in the underground café with a

coee and refreshments,and the museum shop

will allow you to buy a unique gift for that special

someone.

Photo: Suttisuntorn/Shutterstock.com

Address: Säve Depå, Holmvägen 100, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Bus: 35 from Hjalmar Brantingsplatsen

Stop: Granhäll , 10 min walk from there

Phone: +46 31 558 300

Internet: www.aeroseum.se




The Sports Museum

The Sports Museum was

established in 1983 and is

run by the Friends of

Sports Museum’s

foundation. The museum

has an Olympic Games

room, a Hall of Fame, a library, and a collection

of sports photos to keep you engaged for hours.

There is much to do and see at the Sports

Museum, so come along and enjoy a day lled

with sports history at this famous attraction.


www.vastraeriksberg.se

www.akvarellmuseet.org

www.aeroseum.se

Photo: Iakov Filimonov/Shutterstock.com

Address: Övre Kaserngården 12, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram 6, 7, 11 Stop: Kviberg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 10.00 - 16.00, Last

Saturday in each Month: 10.00 - 14.00

Phone: +46 31 726 6180

Internet: www.idrottsmuseet.se




Medical History Museum

The diagnosis and

treatment of many

diseases and ailments

have evolved over time,

and human health

continues to be a main

topic of interest daily. The Medical History

Museum hosts a variety of exhibits with

authentic tools and recreated wards based on

various themes and presents a history of the

development of western medicine from antiquity

to modern times.

Photo: Oleksandr Lysenko/Shutterstock.com

Address: Östra Hamngatan 11, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram 5, 10. Bus 18, 19, 25, 52 Stop: Lilla

Bommen

Opening hours: Tue–Fri 12–4pm

Phone: +46 31 342 05 30

Internet: medicinhistoriska.sahlgrenska.se/in-english/




DINING

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Gothenburg is synonymous with great food--the

freshest ingredients and the tastiest dishes from

both the land and the sea. Seafood is highly

recommended in Gothenburg, and whether you

choose a prawn sandwich in a café or a perfectly

cooked halibut in a ne dining restaurant, you

will discover that seafood does taste better when

it is caught so close to your plate. Enjoy the

whole range from relaxed neighbourhood pubs

and family-friendly cafes to trendy eateries and

gourmet restaurants.

Strömma Archipelago Boats

Let Strömma show you

the unique archipelago of

Gothenburg! Enjoy tasty

food and beverages whilst

sailing by the beautiful

archipelago. There are a

choice of dinner cruises, such as the evening

cruise around Hisingen, the 'Shrimp and Salmon'

cruise and the Archipelago evening on the M/S

S:t Erik. Departures are from Lilla Bommen.

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Address: Lilla Bommen, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 60 96 70

Internet: www.stromma.se



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SK Mat & MänniskorWith a menu inspired in

Swedish tradition and

devoted to using raw

local ingredients from the

Gothenburg area,

award-winning SK Mat is

one of the city's nest restaurants. Each dish is

carefully selected, prepared and paired with a

suitable beverage in the open-design kitchen

where guests can get a full view of the skilled

chefs at work. For the full experience, be sure to

order the sampling menu.

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Address: Johannebergsgatan 24, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday: 17.00 - closing

Phone: +46 31 81 25 80

Internet: www.skmat.se


Hemma Hos

The dishes are inspired

by traditional Swedish

fare, from the far north to

the southernmost tip.

Always with their special

west coast twist and

occasionally with a sprinkling of exotic spices

from around the world. Hemma Hos believe in

keeping things simple, so you won’t nd

"frittatas" and "arugula" on their menu, but you

will nd hearty omelettes and rocket salad.

Their trademark side-dish sized portions invite

you to treat your taste buds to a culinary journey

through Sweden.

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Address: Haga Nygata 12, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday: 16.00 - 22.00, Tuesday - Thursday:

16.00 - 23.00, Friday: 15.00 - Late, Saturday: 12.00 - Late,

Sunday: 12.00 - 22.00

Phone: +46 31 13 40 90

Internet: www.hemmahoshaga.se


Sjömagasinet

The seafood restaurant

Sjömagasinet with a

picturesque location by

the waterfront

overlooking the Älvsborg

bridge has a one star in

Guide Michelin and is run by Ulf Wagner and

head chef Gustav Trägårdh. Here the passionate

sta beautifully combines food and wine, which

all can be enjoyed in a rustic warehouse from

1775 making the dining experience something

really special.

Photo: Andrey Bayda/Shutterstock.com

Address: Adolf Edelsvärdsgata 5, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11.30 - 14.00,

Evening: Monday - Friday: 18.00 - 22.00, Saturday: 17.00 -

22.00, Sunday Closed

Phone: +46 31 775 59 20

Internet: www.sjomagasinet.se


Puta Madre

With an exquisitely

crafted atmosphere,

authentic period decor

and staggering attention

to detail, Puta Madre is

Gothenburg's premiere

Mexican food establishment and a highlight in

the city's gastronomic scene. It's like stepping

into a 1920s cantina, complete with authentic

photos, one-of-a-kind period knick-knacks and

Revolution-era china stacked to the roof.

Everything on the menu is crafted from scratch,

including the house tortillas, and the lovely

outdoor terrace on the second oor - soon to be

renovated and expanded - is perfect for summer


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drinks, made from the restaurant's over 320

varieties of tequila (the largest collection in the

Nordics).

Photo: Puta Madre

Address: Magasinsgatan 3, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Tue-Thu 6pm-12am, Fri-Sat 5pm-2am

Phone: +46 31 711 88 38

Internet: www.putamadre.se


Familjen

A contemporary West

Swedish brasserie with

an award-winning bar

and a relaxed

atmosphere. Local and

seasonal produce is in

focus and you can have everything from classic

Swedish avours to a full three-course dinner or

small snack. Popular outdoor bar in summer

where to enjoy the sunset while sipping a

cocktail.

Photo: mareciok/Shutterstock.com

Address: Arkivgatan 7, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 17.00 - 23.00, Friday -

Saturday: 17.00 - 01.00, Sunday: closed

Phone: +46 31 20 79 79

Internet: www.restaurangfamiljen.se


West Coast

West Coast is a modern

bistro with a focus on the

best of what the sea has

to oer, plus locally

produced, organic

ingredients from the

Gothenburg region. Sizable meat and sh

counters plus and an oyster staircase display all

combine to create a restaurant with a market

hall atmosphere.

Photo: bonchan/Shutterstock.com

Address: Mässans gata 24, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Dining room - Lunch Monday - Friday:

11.30-15.00, Saturday: 12.00,-,17.00, Sunday: 13.00 - 21.00

(à la carte all day), Dining room - A la carte Monday -

Thursday: 17.00 - 22.00, Friday-Saturday: 17.00 - 22.30,

Sunday: 13.00 - 21.00

Phone: +46 31 750 88 05

Internet: www.westcoastgbg.se


Sjöbaren

Located in charming

Haga, this classic,

mid-range seafood

restaurant oers an

evening à la carte and

lunch menu. Here you

can relish mouth-watering dishes such as baked

scallops, sh & seafood soup, oysters and much

more in a cosy and friendly ambiance.

The backyard is a favourite al fresco dining area

in summer and popular among tourist and local

alike.

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Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 11.00 - 23.00, Friday:

11.00 - 00.00, Saturday: 12.00 - 00.00, Sunday: 13.00 - 22.00

Phone: +46 31 711 97 80

Internet: www.sjobaren.se


Heaven 23

Heaven 23 oers a

spectacular view like no

other, stretching for miles

wide, in every direction.

This is what rst strikes

you when you walk into

Heaven 23 Restaurant and Sky Bar, but other

experiences await. Start with a swanky cocktail

in the bar and then a delicious dinner from the


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exciting contemporary kitchen. Try the famous

King Size shrimp sandwich, which has topped

Heaven 23’s sales charts for almost a quarter of

a century.

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Address: Mässans gata 24, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Dining room, lunch Monday - Sunday:

12.00-15.00, Dining room, evening Monday-Sunday: 17.00 -

23.00, The bar Sunday - Thursday: 12.00 - 24.00, Friday -

Saturday: 12.00 - 01.00

Phone: +46 31 750 88 05

Internet: www.heaven23.se


More Info: Located at Gothia Towers

Koka

Michelin starred

restaurant, Koka has the

goal to be a leader in

modern West Swedish

gastronomy. Choose

between three-, ve-, or

seven-course menus composed daily from the

best local ingredients available. The restaurant

has received excellent reviews and ranked as the

number one restaurant in Gothenburg by White

Guide Nordic in 2016.

Photo: sama_ja/Shutterstock.com

Address: Viktoriagatan 12, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday: from 18.00, Sunday:

closed

Phone: +46 31 701 79 79

Internet: www.restaurangkoka.se


Mr. P

A meeting place with an

easy-going atmosphere

and with an aordable

menu. This contemporary

restaurant with

inuences from around

the world serves both small and big dishes

making it perfect for sharing. In summer, you

can enjoy the view of the main boulevard, from

the al fresco dining area and you can pop into

the Gothenburg Museum of Art next door.

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Opening hours: Every day: from 11.00

Phone: +46 31 16 09 80

Internet: www.mr-p.se


Kometen

A true

Gothenburg-institution

serving traditional

Swedish food under the

management of chefs Per

Ove Lundgren and Mats

Sjölander. The service minded and welcoming

sta serves dishes like their renowned Wiener

schnitzel, poached cod and the Swedish dish

Wallenbergare (luxurious veal burger) among

others. Weekday lunch is also served.

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Address: Vasagatan 58, Gothenburg


12.00 - 21.30, Sunday: 13.00 - 20.00

Phone: +46 31 13 79 88

Internet: www.restaurangkometen.se


The Göteborg Opera Restaurant

Brighten your visit to

Gothenburg Opera with a

meal at the restaurant.

Food and drink is their

passion and they strive to

provide you with an

extraordinary meal experience. The kitchen

focuses on locally grown and organic food. Cafés


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and bars are available for those who want to

have a lighter meal or refreshments.

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Address: Christina Nilssons Gata, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 13 00 00

Internet: www.opera.se


Thörnströms Kök

Opened its doors in 1997,

this ne dining restaurant

with one star in the

prestigious Guide

Michelin present a menu

with modern

Scandinavian and regional cuisine, which

changes according to the season. The chef

prepares the food with carefully selected

regional products and with a team with constant

development and creativity, the culinary

experience will be beyond the ordinary.

Photo: Marian Weyo/Shutterstock.com

Address: Teknologgatan 3, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 18.00, Saturday: 17.00

Phone: +46 31 16 20 66

Internet: www.thornstromskok.com


Moon Thai Kitchen

Decorated with brightly

coloured lamps and

booths made of bamboo,

the inside of this Thai

restaurant instantly

sweeps you o to

Southeast Asia. From the menu, you can choose

mouth-watering dishes such as Pad Thai one of

Thailand's national dishes, Yum Talay a Thai

seafood salad and Gai Pad King a tasty ginger

and chicken stir-fry.

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Address: Kristinelundsgatan 9, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 16.00 - late, Saturday –

Sunday: 15.00 - late

Phone: +46 31 774 28 28

Internet: www.moonthai.se


Norda

At Norda Bar & Grill, the

Swedish west coast meets

the American east coast.

Celebrity-chef Marcus

Samuelsson is behind the

concept and the menu

includes popular classics with a modern twist in

the form of lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.

Here they grow their own vegetables in the hotel

rooftop garden.

Photo: Kzenon/Shutterstock.com

Address: Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Lunch Monday – Friday: 11.30 – 15.00,

Dinner Monday – Thursday: 17.00 – 22.00, Friday: 17.00 –

23.00, Saturday: 18.00 – 23.00, Sunday: 18.00 – 22.00,

Brunch Saturdays: 12.00 – 15.00, Sundays: 12.00 – 15.00

Phone: +46 31 61 90 60

Internet: www.nordabargrill.se


More Info: Located at Clarion Hotel Post

Avalon Restaurang & Bar

Avalon Restaurang & Bar

is located right next to

the market hall

Saluhallen, in the hotel by

the same name. Food

with Nordic roots is

prepared with inuences and techniques from

around the world. Here you can order everything

from smaller dishes to set menus and the

cocktail bar is something special. Popular al

fresco area in summer.


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Address: Kungstorget 9, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 751 02 00

Internet: www.avalonhotel.se


Joe Farelli's

In the middle of Avenyn,

you will nd this

family-friendly restaurant

where Italy meets

America. From the large

menu you can pick

everything from pasta to wood oven baked pizza

and hamburgers including juicy steaks. Also with

a bar menu, large outdoor terrace where to

people-watch and brunch on Sundays.

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Address: Kungsportsavenyn 12, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday – Thursday: 11.30 – 00.00, Friday:

12.00 – 01.00, Saturday: 12.00 – 01.00, Sunday: 11.30 –

17.00

Phone: +46 31 10 58 26

Internet: www.joefarelli.com


Barabicu

Barabicu is located just

steps away from the sh

market hall Feskekôrka.

The concept is

Pan-American grill, with a

focus on seafood, sh and

meat, cooked over open re. There is also a

popular cocktail bar and outdoor area.

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Address: Rosenlundsgatan 4, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 11.30 - late, Friday:

11.30 - 01.00, Saturday: 17.00 - 02.00, Sunday: on demand

Phone: +46 31 13 58 00

Internet: barabicu.se


Hello Monkey

Two popular locations,

with dierent menus with

Asian fusion team. At

Magasinsgatan the focus

is Vietnamese, Chinese

and Japanese, with dishes

like Dim Sum, Sashimi, Vietnamese beef salad

and more while the Linnégatan location is more

inuenced by Korea, Malaysia and Japan with

dishes like Green mango & papaya salad, baby

scallops, Sashimi and much more. Very busy

places so make a reservation if you plan to visit.

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Opening hours: Sunday - Friday: from 17.00, Saturday: from

13.00

Phone: +46 31 13 04 42

Internet: www.hellomonkey.net


More Info: or Linnégatan 52, +46 3112 52 10,

[email protected]

Restaurant Styrsö Skäret

On the beautiful island of

Styrsö, only 15 minutes

by boat from Gothenburg,

you nd a charming

restaurant with an ocean

view. The cuisine is based

on classic Swedish avours with European

inuences, where seafood is a staple feature on

the menu. The restaurant is situated in a 4-star

hotel, with a small garden.

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Address: Skäretvägen 53, Styrsö

Public Transport: Saltholmen (and the ferry to Styrsö Skäret)

Opening hours: Specic opening hours please see site below.

Phone: +46 31 973 230

Internet: www.pensionatskaret.se



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Cyrano

Small Provençal

restaurant with a cosy

and intimate atmosphere

and outdoor seating in

summer. The menu is

classic French, but it is

the pizza that people come here for. All the

pizzas are prepared with high quality ingredients

to get the best avours.

Photo: Mauro Pezzotta/Shutterstock.com

Address: Prinsgatan 7, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop Prinsgatan


14.00 - 23.00, Sunday: 14.00 - 21.00

Phone: +46 31 14 31 10

Internet: www.cyrano.se

Lilla London

Lilla London is

considered by many as

Gothenburg's most

central 'local'. Great food

in a relaxed atmosphere

and popular with the

'after work' crowd. The menu ranging from pub

classics like sh'n'chips to traditional à la carte

with sh and meat dishes. Lilla London is a safe

bet any day of the week.

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Address: Vasagatan 41, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop Valand

Phone: +46 31 18 40 62

Internet: www.valand.nu


Berzelius Bar & MatsalSwedish brasserie, close

to the Swedish Exhibition

Centre, Liseberg

amusement park and the

main street Avenyn. A

wide range of beers and

wine, classic dishes

as well as popular tapas with typical Swedish

avours are served here. Open for lunch and

dinner.

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Address: Södra vägen 20, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop Berzeliigatan

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 11.30 - 24.00, Friday:

11.30 - 02.00, Saturday: 12.00 - 02.00, Sunday: 12:00 - 24:00

Phone: +46 31 160 030

Internet: www.berzeliusbar.se


CAFÉS

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Gothenburg has many cosy cafés where you can

have a stop for "ka", the traditional Swedish

coee break. The cinnamon bun, or "kanelbulle",

is a very popular choice with your coee or tea,

but sweet choices in Sweden, as you will see,

abound.


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Café HusarenA Haga essential, Café

Husaren will entice any

passing visitor with a

fascinating display of

enormous cinnamon

buns. Come in and enjoy

a sweet treat or a smörgås, and tuck into one of

their deliciously photogenic bulle inside the

historic building or just outside, facing the city's

loveliest cobbled street.

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Phone: +46 031 13 63 78

Internet: www.cafehusaren.se

Rosenkaféet

Set in a building dating

back to 1874,

Rosenkaféet is a summer

café found in the rose

garden at the Garden

Society of Gothenburg

(Trädgårdsföreningen). From May to October,

the café oers traditional Swedish pastries,

sandwiches and lighter dishes in a lovely green

setting.

Photo: Subbotina Anna/Shutterstock.com

Address: Slussgatan 1, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Closed during winter

Internet: www.rosenkafeet.se


More Info: Located in Trädgårdsföreningen

Ahlströms konditori

Ahlströms Konditori was

founded in 1901 and ever

since, many generations

of people have visited

them to taste their fresh

bakery and pastry

products of high quality. When you walk through

the door, you are greeted by a large assortment

of fresh pastries, cakes, sandwiches and lunches.

All the products are made by experienced

hands.

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Address: Korsgatan 2, Gothenburg


9.30 - 17.30, Sunday: 11.30 - 16.30

Phone: +46 31 13 48 93

Internet: www.ahlstromskonditori.se


Da Matteo

Located in one of the

most popular street in

Gothenburg, Da Matteo

takes coee seriously and

this location is not only a

café, but also a

micro-roastery and bakery. Here you can enjoy

newly baked bread and pastries. The small

courtyard is a summer favourite among locals

and tourist alike.

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Opening hours: Mon–Fri 7:30am–6pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun

10am–5pm

Phone: +46 31 380 33 10

Internet: www.damatteo.se


Café Brogyllen

A classic patisserie with

elegant décor, close to

the Gothenburg

Cathedral and the canal.

This is the place to go for

breakfast or just for a

coee and if you have a sweet-tooth, then you

have come to the right place, the sweets,

pastries and cakes are delicious and made with


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high quality ingredients.

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Address: Västra Hamng 2, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 7.30 - 20.00, Friday: 7.30

- 19.00, Saturday: 8.30 - 17.00, Sunday: 9.30 - 17.00

Phone: +46 31 13 87 13

Internet: www.brogyllen.se


Café Kringlan

Homemade pastries and

lunch specials served in a

cosy café in the middle of

the old charming

neighbourhood Haga.

Simply sit back and enjoy

a cup while looking at people strolling by. The

outdoor seating along the street in summer is

very popular.

They serve gluten free options too.

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Phone: +46 31 130 908

Bar Centro

A popular

"hole-in-the-wall" café

serving Italian espresso

in the city centre. The

premises are small, but

you can also sit outside in

the street if the weather permits. Often music

like jazz and soul is played to create a relaxing

vibe.

They serve coee during the day (everyday) and

food and wine from 18.00 (Wed-Sat).

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Address: Kyrkogatan 31, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 711 00 27

Internet: www.barcentro.se


Bönor & Bagels

Bönor & Bagels specialize

in bagels with a variety of

dierent toppings.

Together with bagels, you

can also order a delicious

hot soup. They also have

a growing range of raw food including great

options for those who are vegan or wish for

gluten and dairy free products. Freshly roasted

coee, freshly squeezed juice and smoothies are

also in the menu. During spring and summer

days, the outdoor seating on the sunny side of

Linnégatan is very popular.

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Address: Linnégatan 48, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram stop: Olivedalsgatan


Sunday: 09.00 - 18.00

Phone: +46 31 143 555

Internet: www.bonorbagels.com


Egg & Milk

Egg & Milk is an

American restaurant

which oers an all-day

brunch. The menu

includes eggs served in

dierent ways,

milkshakes, yogurt, freshly squeezed juices,

pancakes, bagels and coee. The American-style

decor makes your visit an experience.

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Address: Övre Husargatan 23, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram stop: Linnéplatsen or Olivedalsgatan

Opening hours: Monday - Sunday: 07.00-15.00

Phone: +46 31 7010 350

Internet: http://eggandmilk.se


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Nöller Espressobar

"Still Haga but dierent".

Nöller will spoil you as

they import their own

Italian coee. Enjoy a

grilled ciabatta with

tallegio and cloudberry

jam, or a Nöller salad, Nöller-fruitdrink and

home made pastries. Since 2004, this restaurant

is happily situated in its' environment, which has

taken in consideration Haga´s characteristics,

but with a modern twist.

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Address: Haga nygata 28, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 8.00 – 20.00, Friday:

8.00 – 19.00, Saturday - Sunday: 9.00 – 19.00

Phone: +46 31 13 53 61

Internet: www.noller.se


Café Ethel's

With lively colours, warm

welcome and good quality

food, Café Ethel's will

exceed your expectations.

Order their popular

brunch menu or just

enjoy a cup of coee and one of their lovely

pastries. You will nd this café close to the

popular park, Slottskogen.

Photo: Joshua Resnick/Shutterstock.com


Public Transport: Tram stop: Linnéplatsen or Olivedalsgatan


Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00, Brunch is served: Monday - Friday:

09.00 - 12.00, Saturday: 10.00 - 13.00, Sunday: 10.00 - 14.00

Phone: +46 31 711 1295

Internet: www.ethels.se

Bar ItaliaAs close as you can get to

Italy while still in

Gothenburg. A cosy place

that serves good coee in

all its forms, but also

breakfast and lunch. The

small coee bar at Prinsgatan is a slice of Italy in

Gothenburg. If you are in a rush, it is also the

perfect place for a coee on the go. Locals and

oice-workers all ock at this Italian favourite,

especially in the early morning hours and during

lunch.

Photo: Artit Fongfung/Shutterstock.com

Address: Prinsgatan 7, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram: 1,6 Stop:Prinsgatan

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 08.00 - 18.00, Friday -

Saturday: 08.00 - 20.00, Sunday: 08.00 - 18.00

Phone: +46 70 625 60 50

Café Grindstugan

Café Grindstugan is

beautifully situated next

to the Garden Society

entrance at

Bältespännarparken.

Here you can eat

pancakes and waes, served with jam and

cream. For those who want something hot to eat

they serve their delicious homemade lasagna,

various pies, toasted sandwiches. Cold beverages

like soft drinks and ice tea, even beer and wine.

In summer the terrace is open.

Photo: Stas Walenga/Shutterstock

Address: Gamla Allén 2, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram 3, 5, 7, 10 Stop: Kungsportsplatsen

Phone: +46 31 7112 919

Internet: www.cafegrindstugan.se



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Kafé VaniljWell known for their huge

cinnamon buns and other

home baked goodies. The

café also serves lunch,

soup, pies and pasta

salads. Outdoor serving

in the backyard during summer. The courtyard is

a nice getaway from the city, perfect for a coee

break when shopping or perhaps before the

cinema.

Photo: Gyoengyi/Shutterstock.com

Address: Kyrkogatan 38, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop: Brunnsparken


11.00-17.00

Phone: +46 31 134 054

Internet: www.kafevanilj.se


Steinbrenner & Nyberg

A luxury and glamorous

café where they really

know how to make cakes.

The "Alldeles Cocco cake"

is a favourite with those

with food intolerances. If

you like a hot beverage, try the strong coee

blend.

There is a daily lunch menu but also the special

soup and cake buet. This is a place for both

lunch and snacks, where you can take a break

and treat yourself with baked goods.

Photo: Ekaterina_Molchanova/Shutterstock.com

Address: Östra Larmgatan 6, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop: Drottningtorget

Opening hours: Mon–Fri 7am–6pm, Sat 9am–4pm, Sun

11am–4pm

Phone: +46 31 80 20 28

Internet: www.steinbrenner-nyberg.se


Dirty Records and Cafe Santo Domingo

Cafe Santo Domingo

serves organic and

fair-trade coee from The

Dominican Republic as

well as organic,

homemade bread and

vegetarian soups. There is also a record store in

the same venue, so while you are having a coee,

browse between the record shelves for some

cool ndings. Here they play live music every

Friday, so pop by and enjoy the relaxing vibe.

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Address: Andra Långgatan 4A, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop: Järntorget

Phone: +46 31 188 483

Internet: www.cafesantodomingo.se


BARS & NIGHTLIFE

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The main boulevard Avenyn is lined with

restaurants, clubs, and bars. The nightlife in

Gothenburg attracts a mixed crowd of people,

from club kids to oice workers. Around the

square Järntorget, the streets Långgatorna, and

in the Linné neighbourhood, you will nd the

more alternative side of the nightlife, focused

around music and culture.


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ÖlrepublikenPub and restaurant

featuring a wide variety

of beers as well as classic

pub food. At

Ölrepubliken, you will

nd about 30 dierent

types of beer on tap and another 200 on the

bottle. There is also a wide range of whiskey.

And besides the great selection of beers oered

here, what keeps locals and visitors coming back

is its welcoming and vibrant atmosphere.

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Address: Kronhusgatan 2B, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Mon 11am–2am, Tue–Thu 11am–11pm, Fri

11am–1am, Sat 1pm–1am

Phone: +46 31 711 37 10

Internet: www.olrepubliken.se


Crowbar

Cosy pub and restaurant

in central Gothenburg,

oering a good selection

of beers, cocktails, along

with some hearty pub

food in a rustic, modern,

and welcoming setting.

Photo: Igor Rand/Unsplash

Address: Storgatan 20, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Tue–Thu 5pm–1am, Fri 4pm–2am, Sat

2pm–2am

Phone: +46 70 745 53 31

Internet: www.crowbar.se


PixMade up of two joined

glass containers, Pix

lights up in the dark at

Grönsakstorget with its

cool street art vibe. A

meeting point with

international inuences, which is presented

through its well-composed Basque pintxos as

well as its hip decoration of modern street art

made by illustrators from dierent parts of the

world. Come here to enjoy a few tapas along with

some classical and modern cocktails made by

internationally acclaimed bartenders while

mingling with the locals.

Photo: Pix3853/Pixabay

Address: Grönsakstorget, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Thu–Sun: 3–10:30pm

Internet: www.pixbar.se


Yaki-Da

In the heart of

Gothenburg, Yaki-Da is

the club with many faces

and you will nd a

terrace, two dance oors

as well as a coee bar, all

spread over several oors. There is also a

restaurant in the converted attic on the fourth

oor. The cool vibe and the great mixture of

music attracts a diverse crowd.

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Address: Storgatan 47, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Wednesday: 20.00 - 03.00, Friday: 20.00 -

03.00, (After Work 17.00 - 22.00) Saturday: – 20.00 - 04.00

Phone: +46 31 960 200

Internet: www.yaki-da.se


More Info: www.yaki-da.se/klubben


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Jerntorgets BrygghusBeer is the heart of the

restaurant, with over 20

kinds of draught bear and

100 dierent kind of

bottled beers from

Sweden and around the

world. A place where the people from

Gothenburg go to by day and night. Pop by and

enjoy the lively atmosphere with friends and

some friendly locals.

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Address: Järntorget 4, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Mon–Thu 12pm–2am, Fri–Sat 12pm–3am, Sun

12pm–2am

Phone: +46 31 147 774

Internet: www.brygghuset.eu


Basque

Formerly a secret

underground bar called

Baño (accessible only

through the neighbouring

Puta Madre), Basque is

today a fantastic San

Sebastian-style "cidreria" and pintxos bar. It is

much beloved by patrons for its over 250

varieties of beer, authentic Basque cider,

self-serve tapas at the bar as well as its unique

atmosphere and decor, which still retains

elements of its past iteration.

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Opening hours: Tue–Thu 5pm–12am, Fri 4pm–2am, Sat

2pm–2am

Phone: +46 31 711 88 38

Internet: www.basque.se

The RoverThe Rover, is a traditional

pub and popular among

the locals. At the pub, you

will nd several beers

from local and Swedish

smaller breweries, but

also several beers from the US and other goodies

from around the world. If the hunger kicks in,

then do not worry, they serve pub food such as

burgers and meat dishes.

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Address: Andra Långgatan 12, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 16.00 - Late, Friday:

15.00 - 01.00, Saturday: 14.00 - 01.00, Sunday: 14.00 - Late

Phone: +46 31 775 0490

Internet: www.therover.se


Locatelli

A unique selection of

cocktails, exciting Italian

cuisine and a great

location on the main

boulevard makes

Locatelli the place to be

for the in-crowd who likes to party. During

summer they oer a summer club each week

with various DJ-acts so either you put your

dancing shoes on or just relax on the terrace

with the comfy coaches.

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Address: Kungsportsavenyn 36-38, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Thursday – Sunday: 18.00 – 02.00

Phone: +46 31 727 10 89

Internet: www.locatelligoteborg.se


More Info: Locatelli is located next to Elite Park Hotel.


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Trädgår'nRestaurant, bar, concert

venue, and nightclub

located in beautiful

surroundings in the

Garden Society of

Gothenburg

(Trädgårdsföreningen). In the summer, you can

enjoy the outdoor seating overlooking the garden

while sipping a cocktail. The huge nightclub

hosts dierent events and theme parties, so

check their calendar before your trip to

Gothenburg.

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Address: Nya Allén 11, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop Kungsportsplatsen

Phone: +46 31 10 20 80

Internet: www.tradgarn.se


Bar Himmel

Gothenburg's largest

open-air restaurant and

bar at the top of the main

boulevard Avenyn, right

outside the Gothenburg

Museum of Art. This is

also one of the sunniest spots on a summer's eve

making it a great place to meet locals and

tourists.

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Address: Götaplatsen 1, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Open only during summer time

Phone: +46 31 787 9805

Internet: www.barhimmel.se


Lounge(s)Lounge(s) has got several

oors and everything you

need for a night out with

bars, dance oors,

roulette and a popular

rooftop terrace.

Lounge(s) attracts a large crowd and has a busy

dance oor frequented by a variety of dierent

DJs. A place with perfect mixture of people,

music and surroundings.

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Opening hours: Thursday: 22.00 – 03.00, Friday: 17.00 –

03.00, Afterwork 17.00 – 22.00, Saturday: 22.00 – 04.00

Internet: www.lounges.se


Nefertiti

This is a legendary jazz

club featuring a wide

repertoire. Besides

hosting live shows,

Nefertiti is also home to a

vibrant nightclub. On

stage, you will mostly hear jazz, but also hip hop,

blues, soul, and electronic music. The crowd is

mixed, and the atmosphere is relaxed.

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Address: Hvitfeldtsplatsen 6, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 711 4076

Internet: www.nefertiti.se


Casino Cosmopol

Gothenburg’s only casino

is located in the old

Customs House at

Packhusplatsen, in a

unique port environment.

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of entertainment, games, food and drink, just as

it should be in a proper international casino.

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Address: Packhusplatsen 7, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 20 219 219

Internet: www.casinocosmopol.se


Park Lane

Glittering disco lights,

bars, performers and

shows. At the weekend,

the party is always in full

swing with plenty of club

nights such as

Spritluckan on Sundays and Club Queer on the

last Friday of every month. You will nd this

popular venue at the top of the main boulevard,

Avenyn.

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Address: Kungsportavenyn 38, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Friday: 23.00 - 03.00, Saturday: 23.00 -

05.00, Sunday: 23.00 - 03.00

Phone: +46 31 20 60 58

Internet: www.parklane.se


Sticky Fingers

Gothenburg's largest rock

club, with a focus on live

performances ranging

from hard rock, pop,

indie, funk and soul over

several stages and dance

oors. There are around 10 bands and dierent

Djs playing here every week, pop by and see both

well-known and unknown bands.

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Address: Kaserntorget 7, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 31 701 00 17

Internet: www.stickyngers.nu


Hard Rock Cafe

This famous American

chain restaurant is

located on the sunny side

of the main boulevard

Avenyn. The four-oor

venue with nightclub,

restaurant and bar oers live music,

shueboard tables and events. If you are in the

dance mood, choose one of the two dance-oors

and dance to some of the best modern or

classical hits.

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Public Transport: Stop Valand

Phone: +46 31 102 330

Internet: www.hardrock.com/cafes/gothenburg


SHOPPING

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Gothenburg has plenty of great shopping. The

mix includes small independent shops, modern

department stores and gallerias – everything

within walking distance.

For independent shops try the neighborhoods

Magasinsgatan for trendy, local brands and Haga

for cafés and small shops selling everything

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cosy atmosphere.

Well-known Gothenburg fashion brands include

Nudie Jeans, Dr Denim, Velour, Emma & Malena,

Twist & Tango and Jumperfabriken.

Below is a selection of the largest malls and

department stores.

Nordstan

Nordstan is the largest

indoor shopping mall in

Scandinavia. It’s situated

in the centre of

Gothenburg, and holds

three oors of shops. All

the major chain stores such as H&M, Åhléns and

Lindex are to be found here. It contains a wide

selection of interior decoration, toys, sports

goods, electronics, music, restaurants and cafes.

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Address: Nordstadstorget, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram stop: Brunnsparken

Phone: +46 31 700 86 00

Internet: www.nordstan.se

The Market Hall

The Market Hall called

Saluhallen is the biggest

indoor market in the city.

Here you will nd

everything from spices,

coee, cheese, fruit, sh,

meat to other delicacies from all over the world.

There are around forty shops and places where

to eat. This lively market is the ideal places for

foodies!

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Address: Stora Saluhallen, Kungstorget, Gothenburg

Opening hours: Monday - Friday: 9.00 - 18.00, Saturday: 9.00

- 16.00, Sunday closed

Internet: www.storasaluhallen.se/frontpage/

City Centre

Few other

neighbourhoods have as

many dierent shops as

the city centre. Nordstan,

Arkaden, the department

store NK, and

Kungstorget with the Market Hall are all great

places to shop. From the latter, follow the three

parallel pedestrian streets: Södra Larmgatan,

Vallgatan and Kungsgatan to Magasinsgatan.

Stroll along the rst two and browse Swedish

fashion brands like Tiger of Sweden or Filippa K,

but also small independent shops featuring

interior design, home decor and kitchen items.

Don't miss the "secret" lane Victoriapassagen,

between Vallgatan and Södra Larmgatan. The

cosy oasis emits a lovely scent of coee and

chocolate, thanks to the chocolatiers at Flickorna

Kanold and the original Da Matteo cafe.

Kungsgatan features mostly Scandinavian high

street brands such as H&M, Gina Tricot and Din

sko, while Magasingatan is the home of many

Swedish brands like Velour and Acne, but also

interior design and vintage fashion.

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Haga & Linné

Haga is conveniently

located within walking

distance from the city

centre; if you arrive by

tram you can get o at

the stops Hagakyrkan or

Järntorget. The area is between Vasa and Linné,

and the main street Haga Nygata stretches from


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one end to the other.

A shopping spree is not complete without a

proper coee break, and Haga is perfect for the

occasion with its many cafes lined along Haga

Nygata. The selection of shops is varied, with

everything from a hatter to an independent toy

store and a local marzipan and chocolate maker.

You can also nd interior decoration, fashion,

antiques, tea, spices and olive oil.

The neighbouring Linnéstaden, commonly known

as Linné, is laid-back with plenty of local charm.

By day a tempting mix of independent shops and

cafes, and by night a bustling borough with

eateries and bars.

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Address: Haga Nygata, Gothenburg

Avenyn

Kungsportsavenyn,

commonly known as

Avenyn, stretches from

the bridge

Kungsportsbron by the

canal to Götaplatsen and

the Museum of Art, the City Theatre and the

Concert Hall. The main boulevard is busy all day

until late.

The side streets have a lot to oer, especially the

ones towards the Vasa neighbourhood. Smaller

independent shops and restaurants are also

found along Södra vägen.

One of the latest additions on the main boulevard

is Kopparhuset, a galleria where you can take a

look at Tommy Hilger's American denim

fashion, or the agship store of Swedish high

street brand Lindex. The Nespresso Boutique is

another highlight.

Both the Gothenburg Museum of Art and the

Röhsska Museum of design has great museum

shops featuring books, design items and prints.

Photo: Tyler Olson/Shutterstock.com

Address: Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg

Internet: www.avenyn.se


Nordiska Kompaniet

Nordiska Kompaniet – or

simply NK – is one of the

most well-known

department stores in the

country. 45 departments

of fashion, beauty and

interior design make this one the largest

department stores in Gothenburg. You can nd

both Swedish and international brands here. The

Christmas window display is a must-see.

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Address: Östra Hamngatan 42, Gothenburg


10.00 - 18.00, Sunday: 11.00 - 16.00

Phone: +46 31 710 10 00

Internet: www.nk.se


Holmens Herrekipering

Holmens Herrekipering is

a reputable retailer for

clothing, shoes, and

accessories for men. The

store oers a wide

selection of quality items

by well-known brands, with a special focus on

elegance and renement, all while staying in

tune with the latest trends.

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Address: Kilsgatan 12-14, Gothenburg


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www.nk.se


10.00 - 16.00, Sunday: 11.00 - 15.00

Phone: +46 31 61 98 30

Internet: www.holmensherr.se


Frölunda Torg

Located south of the city

(about 15 minutes from

central Gothenburg)

Frölunda Torg is a large

mall with 200 shops that

oers everything from

fashion, home decor and sporting goods to

cosmetics and electronics. Shops like Björn Borg,

Desigual, Esprit, H&M, Tiger of Sweden, Ecco

and The Body Shop are all here. In between

shopping, take a break and head over to one of

the cafés or restaurants inside the mall.

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Address: Frölunda Torg, Västra Frölunda


10.00 - 18.00, Sunday: 11.00 - 18.00

Phone: +46 31 734 35 60

Internet: frolundatorg.se


Linnégatan No 2

Linnégatan No 2 is a

menswear boutique for

male shoppers looking for

that little something extra

in style and tailoring.

Some of the brands

represented include Ralph Lauren, Hackett,

Oscar Jacobson and Crockett & Jones. Service is

friendly and unobtrusive.

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10.00 - 16.00

Phone: +46 31 43 14 50

Internet: www.linnegatan2.se


Arkaden

Arkaden opened in 1899.

A lot has changed since

then, but the mall is still a

central part of the

Gothenburg fashion

scene. Around 25 shops,

focusing on fashion, design and home decor with

brands like Zara, MQ, Tommy Hilger, Mango

and Bolia (Scandinavian Design).

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Address: Fredsgatan 1, Gothenburg


10.00 - 18.00, Sunday: 11.00 - 17.00

Internet: www.arkaden.nu

Kompassen

The shopping mall

Kompassen is located at

Fredsgatan and has 20

shops focusing on

youthful fashion. Come,

feel and try the latest

trends in clothes, shoes, hair, games and much

more. Strong international brands are mixed

with local designers.

Photo: pikselstock/Shutterstock.com

Address: Fredsgatan, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Stop: Brunnsparken, Kungsportsplatsen

Phone: +46 31 743 4200

Internet: www.kompassen.se


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BräutigamsBräutigam has been

making chocolates and

marzipan for over 140

years. They use only top

quality ingredients, all

made by hand, and with

recipes and knowledge which has been treated

within the family for ve generations. Denitely

worth a stop if you have a sweet tooth.

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Public Transport: Stop: Hagakyrkan or Järntorget


11.00 - 17.00, Sunday: 12.00 - 6.00

Phone: +46 31 13 31 01

Internet: www.brautigams.se


Kville Market Hall

Kville Market Hall (Kville

Saluhall) isn’t the largest

market hall in town, but it

oers a wide range of

local and international

delicacies. Here you can

nd anything from owers, vegetables and fruit

to local foods and tastes from all over the world.

You can also enjoy a bite to eat in the

restaurants and cafés.

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Address: Gustaf Dalénsgatan 2, Gothenburg

Public Transport: Tram: 5,6,10 Stop: Vågmästareplatsen


10.00 - 16.00

Phone: +46 31 231 600

Internet: www.kvillessaluhall.se


TOURIST INFORMATION

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Passport/Visa

Sweden can be visited

visa-free for up to 90 days

by citizens of Australia,

New Zealand, Japan,

South Korea, Taiwan,

Malaysia, Israel, UAE and

most countries in America. If you are unsure

whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we

recommend contacting the embassy or consulate

in your country. International (non-Schengen)

travelers need a passport that is valid for at least

3 months after the end of their intended trip in

order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of

Schengen countries can travel without a

passport, but must have a valid ID with them

during their stay.

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Airport

Göteborg Landvetter

Airport is an international

airport, situated 20

kilometres southeast from

Gothenburg. It takes

about 20 minutes to

travel to city centre from the airport.


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It is easy to travel to and from the airport with

the bus service called Flygbussarna. The journey

takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes and

departures up to every 12 minutes. You can take

the bus right outside the terminal building and it

will take you to the city centre. The nal stop is

the main bus station Nils Ericssonterminalen in

central Gothenburg. Tickets can be bought

directly on the internet

(www.ygbussarna.se/en/Landvetter), at the

airport, at resellers like 7-Eleven and Pressbyrå

or from the ticket machine by the bus stop at the

airport. You can also buy tickets on-board but

only with credit/debit cards.

Taxi is located outside the arrivals hall. The taxi

companies often have xed price when travelling

between the airport and city centre, always ask

about the price before travelling. There are

several major taxi companies to pick from:

Sverigetaxi Göteborg, Telephone: + 46 (0)31 100

100

Taxi 020, Telephone: +46 (0)20 93 93 00

Taxi Göteborg, Telephone: +46 (0)31 650 000

Taxi Kurir, Telephone: +46 (0)31 27 27 27

If planning to rent a car, there are several

companies like Avis, Budget, Enterprise,

Europcar, Hertz and Sixt at Göteborg Landvetter

Airport.

Photo: Juan Garces

Address: Göteborg Landvetter Airport, Landvetter

Phone: +46 10 10 93 100

Internet: www.swedavia.se/landvetter


Best Time to Visit

There are four seasons in

Gothenburg; the colourful

yellow-red autumn, the

rather mild winters

compared to the north of

Sweden, the spring when

the light slowly returns after a dark winter and

summer with light evenings. Every season has it

charm but in general, May to September is the

best time to visit Sweden. The summer is the

peak season for tourists when people from all

around the world enjoys the long, sunny days

when the sun sets late in the evenings. This is

also when locals and tourist enjoys various

musical and cultural events that Gothenburg

hosts every summer. The picturesque

archipelago is also perfect to explore on a warm

summer day. The Swedes really embrace

summer and the sun to max and generally take

yearly vacation (four or even ve weeks)

between mid-June and mid-August.

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Public Transport

In Gothenburg, public

transport is easily

accessible and reliable.

Västtrak operates the

public transportation and

they run the buses, trams

and ferries.

When travelling in Gothenburg, you can use the

same ticket for trams, buses and ferries. You can

buy your ticket at any Västtrak’s sales outlets

as well as kiosks like Pressbyrån and 7-Eleven or

the grocery stores. You can also buy your ticket

with cash or card on board (this do not apply

every transport). On the trams, you can buy your


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ticket on board with coins or card from the ticket

machine and on the boats (southern archipelago

boats), just pay your ticket with cash or card to

the sta on board. If you take the river boats,

you can buy your ticket from the sta on board

but they only accept cards. However, on the city

buses you cannot buy tickets on board, so make

sure you have bought a ticket before boarding.

If you have a smart phone, you can download for

free Västtrak To Go app, which is an easy way

to buy single, period and day tickets. (Available

for Android and iPhone)

Gothenburg is a bicycle friendly city, with good

bicycle paths, so why not do as many locals do,

go by bike.

Photo: Pierre-Luc Auclair

Address: Nils Ericson Terminal, Gothenburg

Phone: +46 771 41 43 00

Internet: www.vasttrak.se

Taxi

There are several taxi

company operating in

Gothenburg and you can

easily get hold of a taxi.

You can either call and

book your taxi, hail one

on the street or just head over to one of the taxi

stops around the city (Centralstationen,

Kungsportsplatsen and Kungsportsavenyn).

Make sure you take an approved taxi; they

always carry yellow number plates. When it

comes to the price, it can vary between the

operators so make sure to check the price

beforehand.

Some of the authorised taxi companies in

Gothenburg:

Taxi Göteborg

+46 31 650 000

www.taxigoteborg.se

Taxi Kurir

+46 771 86 00 00

www.taxikurir.se

Minitaxi

+46 31 140 140

[email protected]

www.minitaxi.se

Ride sharing apps, such as Uber, are also

commonly used and provide a cheaper

alternative.

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Phone: +46 31 650 000

Internet: www.taxigoteborg.se

Post

Stamps can be bought in

kiosks and Pressbyrå

shops and at the Post

Centres that are to be

found in some grocery

store. If you need to mail,

pick up packages and parcels that are too big to

t in the mailbox, you will probably need to pick

up or mail your package at a 'Posten ombud',

which is a grocery store or corner store.

The mailboxes in Gothenburg are yellow and are

scattered around the city. One can be found in

the shopping centre Nordstan.

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PharmacyThere are several

dierent pharmacies in

Gothenburg and you nd

one on almost every

street. Opening hours are

the same as shops.

Apotek Hjärtat, a pharmacy open outside normal

hours, is located inside the shopping centre,

Nordstan.

Photo: Gemma Garner

Address: Götgatan 12, Gothenburg


08.00 - 22.00, Sunday: 08.00 - 22.00

Phone: +46 771 405 405

Internet: www.apotekhjartat.se

More Info: Inside Nordstan shopping center

Telephone

Country code: +46 Area

code: 031

Photo: Jardson Almeida

Electricity

220-240 V AC 50Hz

Photo: Stirling Tschan

Population579,281 (2019)

CurrencySwedish krona (SEK); plural “kronor”

Opening hours

Most shops are open Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, and Sunday 12–4pm.

NewspapersGöteborgsposten and GT.

For national news in English, please go to:www.thelocal.se

Emergency numbers112

Tourist informationGothenburg Visitor Centre

Kungsportsplatsen 2, GothenburgNordstadstorget, Gothenburg+46 31 368 42 [email protected]


www.apotekhjartat.se

Adler Salvius Gata C2 Gustaf Adolfs Torg A2 B2 Magasinsgatan A2

Albotorget A4 Gårdatorget D2 Mannheimers Väg C4

Alingsåsgatan D1 Götabergsgatan B3 Molinsgatan B3 B4

Alströmergatan D1 Götaleden A1 A2 Mårten Krakowgatan B1

Amund Grefwegatan B4 Götaplatsen B3 C3 Nellickevägen D4

Anders Perssonsgatan D1 Haga Kyrkogata A3 Nils Ericsonsgatan B1 B2

Aschebergsgatan B3 Haga Kyrkoplan A3 Nils Ericsonsplatsen B1

Barnhusgatan C1 C2 Hamntorget B1 Nilssonsberg A3

Basargatan A2 B2 Hedåsgatan C3 Nordstadstorget B1

Bellmansgatan A3 Holtermansgatan B4 Norra Hamngatan A2

Bergslagsgatan B1 Hotellplatsen B2 Norra Kustbanegatan D1

Berzeliigatan C3 Husargatan A3 Norra Ågatan D1

Bohusgatan C2 Hvitfeldtsplatsen A2 Nya Allén A3 B2

Brunnsparken B2 Högåsplatsen C4 Odinsgatan C1

Burggrevegatan C1 Jakobsdalsgatan D4 Odinslundsgatan D3

Burggreveplatsen C1 Johan på Gårdas Gata D2 Odinsplatsen C1

Burgårdsgatan C3 Johan Willins Gata D1 D2 Olof Rudbecksgatan C4

Carl Grimbergsgatan A4 Johannebergsgatan C3 Olof Wijksgatan C3 C4

Carlandersplatsen C4 Jussi Björlings Plats A1 Otterhällegatan A2

Carlbergsgatan D2 D3 Kanaltorgsgatan A1 B1 Packhusplatsen A2

Chalmersgatan B3 Kapellgatan B4 Parkgatan A3 B2

Chalmersplatsen B4 Kapellplatsen B4 Pilgatan A3

Christina Nilssons Gata A1 Karl Gustavsgatan A3 B4 Polhemsplatsen B1 C1

Dalheimersgatan A4 Karlfeldtsgatan D4 Pontus Wiknersgatan B4 C4

Daniel Petterssons Gata A4 Kaserntorget A2 Postgatan A2

Drakegatan D2 Kobbarnas Väg D1 Raketgatan A4

Drottninggatan A2 B2 Korsgatan A2 Rantorget D1 D2

Drottningtorget B2 Korsvägen C3 Raoul Wallenbergs Gata A3 B3

Dämmegatan D2 Kristinelundsgatan B3 Rosenlundsplatsen A3

Dämmeplatsen D2 Kronhusgatan A1 A2 Röhssgatan B4

Egnahemsvägen B4 Kruthusgatan C1 Sahlgrensgatan A3

Ekelundsgatan A2 Kungsgatan A2 B2 Sankt Eriksgatan A1

Eklandagatan C4 Kungshöjdsgatan A2 Sankt Sigfrids plan D3

Ekmansgatan B3 C3 Kungsportsavenyn B3 Sjöfarten B1

Engelbrektsgatan B3 C3 Kungsportsplatsen B2 Skeppsbroplatsen A2

Erik Dahlbergsgatan A3 B3 B4 Kungstorget A2 B2 Skånegatan C2

Fabriksgatan D2 D3 Kyrkogatan A2 B2 Slussplatsen B2

Folkungagatan C1 C2 Köpmansgatan A2 Smedjegatan A1 A2

Fredsgatan B2 Lagerbringsgatan C4 Smålandsgatan C2

Friggagatan C1 D1 Landala Torg B4 Soerogatan D4

Färgaregatan C1 C2 Lennart Torstenssonsgatan C4 Spannmålsgatan A1 B1

Föreningsgatan A4 Levgrensvägen C2 Sprängkullsgatan A3

Geijersgatan B3 Lilla Bommens Torg A1 B1 Stadstjänaregatan B1

Gibraltargatan B4 Lilla Torget A2 Stampgatan B2 C1 C2 D1

Grönsakstorget A2 Lorensbergsgatan B3 Sten Sturegatan C2 C3

Gudmundsgatan D3 Lundgrensgatan C4 Stora Nygatan B2

Guldhedstorget A4 Lyckans väg C4 Storgatan A3 B3

Gullbergsbrogatan D1 Läraregatan B4 Stureplatsen B2 C2

Gullbergsvassgatan C1 Lövskogsgatan A4 Södra Viktoriagatan A3 A4


Södra Vägen B3 C4 D4 Vasaparken B3 Västra Hamngatan A2

Teatergatan B3 Vasaplatsen B3 Wadmansgatan C3

Tegnérsgatan C3 Vestagatan D1 Wijkandersplatsen B4 C4

Torggatan A1 A2 Vidblicksgatan B4 C4 Willinsgatan D1

Ullevigatan C2 Viktor Rydbergsgatan B3 B4 C4 Åkareplatsen B2

Universitetsplatsen B3 Viktoriagatan A3 Åvägen D2

Valhallagatan C3 D3 Volrat Thamsgatan C4 Örgrytevägen C3 D3

Vallgatan A2 Vädursgatan D2 Östra Hamngatan A1 B2

Vasa Kyrkogata B3 Västergatan A4 Överåsgatan D3

Vasagatan A3 B3


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