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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.

  • 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.

    Your guide to a weekend in Gothenburg

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One day in Gothenburg: a flexible eight-hour itinerary

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…

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Stunning photo spots in Gothenburg

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.

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10 Instagram places in Gothenburg

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.

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Swedish traditions and holidays

Swedish traditions and holidays

Sweden’s calendar is filled with celebrations that reflect the country’s traditions and seasonal rhythm. From the folkloric Midsummer and Walpurgis Night to modern fika-inspired festivities like Semla Bun Day, you’re inv…

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Youtube series: Where to eat? Gothenburg!

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.

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Eat and drink like a local in Gothenburg

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.

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10 most beautiful places in the Gothenburg region

10 most beautiful places in the Gothenburg region

From archipelago idylls to castle environments and urban oases – the Gothenburg region offers exceptional places to discover. Here are ten favourites where nature, culture and history meet in beautiful surroundings.

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9 cosy autumn must-dos in Gothenburg

9 cosy autumn must-dos in Gothenburg

Halloween at Liseberg, colourful autumn scenery, warm baths, art, fika and west coast flavours. Here are nine cosy things to do in Gothenburg this autumn.

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The northern islands of the Gothenburg archipelago

The northern islands of the Gothenburg archipelago

Just a short trip from central Gothenburg, the tranquillity of the archipelago awaits. The northern part of the archipelago offers everything from coastal villages to untouched cliffs and secluded coves. With short dista…

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The race course

Take a tour through Gothenburg along the 21k race course and experience what different neighborhoods we visit during the race.

Race Course