Experience Gothenburg
Welcome to Gothenburg
A friendly city on the west coast of Sweden, home to a vibrant cultural scene, world-class restaurants, sustainable living and picturesque archipelago islands.
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Your guide to a weekend in Gothenburg
Explore Gothenburg during a weekend! Experience the city’s best shopping, different neighbourhoods, hotels and restaurants. Goteborg.com has collected everything you need to know for a pleasant weekend in Gothenburg.
Enjoy the city:More guides for your city break
One day in Gothenburg: a flexible eight-hour itinerary
Only have one day in Gothenburg? This flexible route combines canals, history, west coast flavours, Scandinavian design and a classic fika – giving you a good feel for the city in around eight hours, with a little Sweden…
Stunning photo spots in Gothenburg
Do you usually have your camera open and ready to photograph? If you are on the lookout for the best places to take pictures while visiting Gothenburg, we have some suggestions of where you can snap the best photos.
10 Instagram places in Gothenburg
From the cherry blossoms at Järntorget to the modern architecture of Lindholmen, here’s where to get that awesome photo for your Instagram feed.
Eat and drink like a local in Gothenburg
The bars, cafés and restaurants in Gothenburg are lively and full of beer lovers, coffee drinkers, and bon vivants. Here’s a few things you should have on your plate and in your glass to qualify as a Gothenburg local.
Swedish Fika in Gothenburg
The Swedish tradition ”fika” (meaning to take a break, sit down with a friend for a cup of coffee and some baked goods) has become a world-wide sensation. And for good reason. Visit the cafés in Gothenburg and see for yo…
Youtube series: Where to eat? Gothenburg!
In this Youtube series, Alica Andersson, finalist in Sweden’s Master Chef, guides you to Gothenburg’s best food experiences: Swedish fika, seafood, craft breweries, Michelin stars – always with a friendly vibe.
One day in Gothenburg: a flexible eight-hour itinerary
Only have one day in Gothenburg? This flexible route combines canals, history, west coast flavours, Scandinavian design and a classic fika – giving you a good feel for the city in around eight hours, with a little Sweden…
The Gothenburg archipelago – unique experiences year-round
Salty swims, smooth rocks and the sea as far as the eye can see. The Gothenburg archipelago is a place for both tranquillity and activities, just a short journey from the city centre. Here you will find everything you ne…
Getting to the Gothenburg archipelago
Whether you want to visit car-free swimming islands or explore the range of services on the larger islands, there are several easy ways to get out into the Gothenburg’s archipelago.
The race course
Take a tour through Gothenburg along the 21k race course and experience what different neighborhoods we visit during the race.