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A friendly city on the west coast of Sweden, home to a vibrant cultural scene, world-class restaurants, sustainable living and picturesque archipelago islands. What are you looking for? Exciting museums, lots of activities and a breathtaking archipelago.
Gothenburg is filled with flourishing gardens, historic sites and buildings, beautiful churches and magnificent museums where you can see works by world famous artists.
Gothenburg has a lot to offer and sometimes it’s hard to choose between all the fun. But don’t worry! We have handpicked 10 must-dos that you simply can’t miss out on – even when you’re short on time.
Famous for Volvo, magical archipelago islands and world class seafood, Gothenburg is the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden. The city is encircled by rocky shoreline, deep forests, tranquil lakes and the surging sea to the west.
Here you can order our free annual guide to Gothenburg in English, German, French, Spanish and Swedish. Printed versions of the Gothenburg Guide and the official tourist map (in English, German and Swedish) are available for free in our web shop.
Discover the lovely charm and tranquility of the Gothenburg archipelago and stay as close to the ocean as possible. From picturesque cottages near the quayside, to modern hotels with fantastic seafood restaurants.
Order our Gothenburg Guide and official tourist map. They are available in multiple languages. Order here. The official Visitors Guide goteborg.com is published by Göteborg & Co – a municipal company, City of Gothenburg. Guide to travel, events, accommodation, food and activities in Gothenburg.
Gothenburg during the 18th century. During the 1700s Gothenburg grew into a huge city for the time: over 10,000 (!) inhabitants. The port’s importance grew and thanks to the Swedish East India Company, as well as exports of iron and wood, Gothenburg became a major trading and shipping town.
Museums, parks, viewing points and imposing buildings – here are some of the residents’ favourite places in the city. Gothenburg is closer to Sweden’s nature than any other city. Museums
Gothenburg is an amazing summer city! Come here and explore idyllic archipelago islands, freshly caught seafood, salty swims and a vibrant atmosphere. Here you’ll find guides about everything from family activities, ice cream and swimming spots, to outdoor bars, events and sightseeing.
