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.

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

Enjoy the city:More guides for your city break

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.

The Danes have spoken: Our top 50 autumn treats in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is on the rise as a destination for our neighbouring Danes. To inspire an autumn getaway in Gothenburg, we asked experienced Danes which gems in Gothenburg they would recommend to their fellow countrymen. We d…

Films shot in Gothenburg

Northern Ireland has their Game of Thrones, and New Zealand their Lord of the Rings. But did you know that plenty of films and TV series have been staged in Gothenburg? Here are some of the filming locations to check out…

Guide: The Gastronomic Gothenburg

Join us on a gastronomic journey through Gothenburg – from the city’s star restaurants and white tablecloths, to hidden gems, small hole-in-the-wall places and classic establishments.

Waterfront dining in Gothenburg

Gothenburg is located on the Swedish west coast, right where the salty sea meets the river Göta älv. No wonder there are plenty of restaurants to choose from when it comes to a dinner or lunch overlooking the sea. Here a…

Seafood restaurants in Gothenburg

The Swedish West Coast is a well known paradise for fish lovers and Gothenburg, with its thriving fish harbour and celebrated restaurateurs, is no exception to the rule. Here is a list of our favourite places.

10 must do’s in Gothenburg

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.

Winter Break in Gothenburg

Enjoy the winter holidays in Gothenburg with adventurous activities, relaxed walks, and exciting excursions. Discover the city’s museums or go skiing in Alebacken! Here is a selection of the wide variety of activities fo…