Gothenburg is one of Sweden's major cities, home to around 608,462 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Gothenburg Cathedral
Christinæ Church
Oscar Fredrik Church
Gothenburg Cathedral
Christinæ Church
Oscar Fredrik Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Day 1
Local favourites
Feskekörka
The historical fish market – the "fish church" – has reopened after a major renovation in the early 2020s. Now there are just a couple of re
Alexandras Grekiska Soppkök
This small soup kitchen located in Saluhallen delivers a wide range of Greek food. Among the most popular dishes is the excellent lentil sou
Baguetten
Sandwiches: baguettes and panini.
Franks
A hamburger and hot dog stand right in front of the Gothenburg Central Station.
Gourmetkorv
"Korv" means "sausage" in Swedish and this restaurant has them in abundance. There are 13 different choices of sausage, and these are served
Govindas
Vegetarian restaurant operated by the local Hare Krishna community. They speak German (natively), English and Swedish.
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Gothia Towers
Scandinavia’s largest hotel, with good quality rooms and four popular bars and restaurants. Gourmet restaurant Heaven 23 is on the 23rd floo
Hotel Poseidon
A family owned, 49-room hotel perfectly located in the city center. Trams stop a block away at Vasaplatsen and the popular Kungsportsavenyn
Hotel Riverton
Hotel, restaurant and Sky bar with a beautiful view of the harbour. Shopping and restaurants just around the corner.
Hotel Royal
A classy hotel that was founded in 1852, as such the oldest in the city. The hotel has retained the 19th-century interiors like Eggers from
Great Living
Company mediating private accommodation. All apartments are located in the centre of Gothenburg.