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#1
Feskekorka Market
Feskekorka—which translates as the ‘Fish Church’—has been part of local life in Gothenburg since 1874, making it the city’s oldest market hall. Housed in a church-inspired building along the riverfront, the lively fish market is crammed with stalls selling fresh-off-the-boat fish and seafood.More
#2
Liseberg Amusement Park
From gravity-defying rollercoasters to classic carnival rides; Liseberg Amusement Park has been entertaining families in Gothenburg since 1923. Attracting over 3 million annual visitors; it consistently ranks among Europe’s favorite amusement parks, as well as being a popular music concert venue.More
#3
Haga
Laid out in the 17th century, Haga is Gothenburg’s oldest district and it remains one of the city’s most atmospheric quarters. With its cobbled lanes, old wooden buildings, and abundance of small shops and cafés, it’s a scenic spot for a stroll or a mid-sightseeing coffee break.More
#4
Lilla Bommen (Gothenburg Harbor)
With its landmark buildings, lively boat marina, and views along the Gota River; Lilla Bommen (Gothenburg Harbor is one of Gothenburg’s most scenic spots. At the mouth of the Baltic Sea, the small port welcomes pleasure boats and yachts, and is the starting point for sightseeing cruises.More
#5
Gustaf Adolf Square (Gustav Adolfs Torg)
Set along the Stora Hamnkanalen canal and home to some of Gothenburg’s most impressive buildings, Gustaf Adolf’s square (Gustav Adolfs torg) is one of the most visited in the city. Built in 1629 and known simply as Stortorget (Big Square) for two centuries, the square takes its name from the 17th-century King of Sweden, Gustavus Adolphus, whose statue stands at its heart.More
#6
Gothenburg Opera House (Goteborgsoperan)
Perched on the banks of the Gota River, Gothenburg Opera House is Gothenburg’s most prestigious arts venue, hosting more than 300 performances a year. The grand building is also among Gothenburg’s most notable landmarks, with its maritime-inspired façade and ship-like silhouette dominating the Lilla Bommen waterfront.More
#7
Slottsskogen Park
Built around the ruins of a former castle, Slottsskogen Park has 137 acres (55 hectares) and is one of Gothenburg’s largest and most popular green spaces, with leafy woodlands and winding nature trails. In addition to outdoor activities and recreation areas, the park is home to an open-air zoo, cafés, and the Gothenburg National History Museum.More
#8
Maritiman Maritime Museum
Sweden’s maritime history takes center stage at the Maritiman Maritime Museum, a floating museum with 13 vessels moored along the Gota River. Hop aboard to explore a 20th-century warship, go inside a submarine, and discover historic towboats, barges, and lightships.More
#9
Gothenburg Garden Society (Tradgardsforeningen)
Founded in 1842 by King Charles XIV John, the Garden Society of Gothenburg (Trädgårdsföreningen) is one of Gothenburg’s most idyllic green spaces, located just a short walk from downtown Gothenburg. A popular meeting place and picnic spot, the park is known for its flower gardens, manicured lawns, and greenhouse filled with exotic plants.More
#10
Southern Gothenburg Archipelago
With more than 20 small islands dotted along the Kattegat sea coast, the southern archipelago is a fashionable retreat for Gothenburg locals, as well as a popular choice for boat cruises and day trips. The car-free islands offer a change of pace to mainland life, with traditional fishing villages, scenic footpaths, and picturesque landscapes.More
#11
Saluhallen Market
Gothenburg’s biggest and most popular indoor food market is the buzzing epicenter of the city’s culinary scene. Housed in a 19th-century, barrel-roofed building designed by Swedish architect Hans Hedlund, the Saluhallen Market Hall (Stora Saluhallen) is brimming with artisan produce, lively restaurants, and old-fashioned charm.More
#12
Avenyn (Kungsportsavenyn)
Running for more than half a mile (one kilometer through the heart of the city; Avenyn is Gothenburg’s central boulevard. Buzzing with activity at all hours of the day, it’s lined with shops, restaurants, bars, and cafés; dotted with architectural landmarks; and home to a number of top museums and arts venues.More
#13
Gothenburg Botanical Garden (Botaniska Tradgarden)
One of Europe’s leading botanical gardens, the Gothenburg Botanical Garden (Goteborgs Botaniska Trädgård) opened in 1923 in celebration of Gothenburg’s 300th anniversary. Spread over 430 acres (175 hectares), the botanic gardens and arboretum host more than 12,000 species of plants, from American carnivorous plants to Himalayan flora.More
#14
Volvo Museum
Sweden’s most famous automobile brand is the subject of the eponymous Volvo Museum, located on the Gothenburg island of Hisingen. Chronicling the company’s humble beginnings in Gothenburg in 1927 to its status today as a globally renowned vehicle manufacturer, the museum provides a fun and fascinating insight into the world of Volvo.More
#15
Universeum
Universeum is a public science center and museum in Gothenburg, Sweden. Opened in 2001, it offers hands-on workshops in each of its six sections, including a technology lab and an rainforest exhibit, and houses one of Europe’s largest aquariums.More
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