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An astronaut floating inside the aquarium at Universeum.
Theme weeks and Christmas break activities
Space weeks at Universeum

Space – closer than you think. Some adventures don’t require long journeys. From 28 November all the way through to the winter sports holiday, Universeum’s programme is filled with extra space-themed activities.

Place:Universeum
Feb4
boat in the sea
Guided boat tour
Winter wonder sea – 1 hour boat tour

Experience the archipelago in different colours. Cool boat tour and we keep you warm.

Place:Kastor Boat Trips
Feb7
A couple holding each other.
Opera in four acts
La Bohème

Once, we were all going to live forever. Puccini’s beloved opera.

Place:The Göteborg Opera
Feb4
Poster for the musical Miss Saigon featuring a woman surrounded by flowing red, orange, and yellow fabrics. The title 'Miss Saigon' is prominently displayed.
Musical
Miss Saigon

An unforgettable musical experience.

Place:The Göteborg Opera
Feb8
Gothenburg is one of the world's most sustainable destinations according to the Global Destination Sustainability Index.
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En stor röd hjärtskulptur på en snötäckt mark vid Stora Hamnkanalen i Göteborg.

Embrace the unique Gothenburg vibe

Famous for Volvo, magical archipelago islands and world class seafood, Gothenburg is the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden.

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Gothenburg is one of the world's most sustainable destinations according to the Global Destination Sustainability Index.

Sights & Attractions

Gothenburg is filled with historic sites, majestic archipelago scenery and family-friendly museums.

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Amazing bars, cafes and restaurants

Fresh seafood from the nearby sea, Scandinavia's finest craft beer, and the world's most famous cinnamon bun.

BarsSwedish CuisineSeafood restaurantsCafésMichelin restaurantsRestaurantsVegan restaurantsEco-certified restaurantsVegetarian
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Gothenburg for the whole family

Gothenburg is an absolutely wonderful city for children, families, and our four-legged friends. Here, we've gathered the best experiences and activities for the little ones, along with the city's many family-friendly restaurants and hotels.

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Happening today

20 events

There’s always something going on in Gothenburg. In our popular events calendar, you'll find a great variety of events on the city’s stages, arenas and parks.

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conductor Kristian Sallinen.
Concert in the Concert Hall
Classical AW with Tchaikovsky
Today
Place:Gothenburg Concert Hall
A couple holding each other.
Opera in four acts
La Bohème
Today
Place:The Göteborg Opera
Elena Gabrielle wearing a red top against a pink background.
Standup
Elena Gabrielle – Disturbed
Today
Place:2Lång Kvartersscen
The light installation Klockspelet.‘Klockspelet’, featuring large pink and purple boxes.
Light art experience
Reflections in Kungsparken
Feb 4–14
Place:Kungsparken
An astronaut floating inside the aquarium at Universeum.
Theme weeks and Christmas break activities
Space weeks at Universeum
Feb 4–Mar 8
Place:Universeum
Austronaut walking on the moon
World of Volvo: Photo Exhibition
To the Moon and Back
Feb 4–Mar 15
Place:World of Volvo
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Day trips

Explore the picturesque archipelago islands, visit the region’s beautiful castles, or hike along the scenic trails.

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Neighbourhoods in Gothenburg

Must-see neighbourhoods, bustling shopping streets and former working class areas teeming with creativity – discover more of Gothenburg.

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