Gothenburg Things to Do

Most beaches and bathing places in the Gothenburg area are hard to get to if you do not have a car, or are not prepared to ride a bike for 45 minutes. Saltholmen is the only one that you can reach by tram, which is why there ar... more

If you want to experience nature while having your coffee, you have two main options in Gothenburg; Rosenkaféet and the café at the Botanical Gardens. Rosenkaféet is situated at Trädgårdsföreningen, the only fenced-in park in t... more

In the summer, you can enjoy folk dancing in Slottsskogen, Gothenburg's large city park, but in the winter Folkmusikkaféet is probably the only place for it. The café offers folk music, coffee and folk dancing. It is also possi... more

The Folk Teatern was established with an aim to encourage young and amateur theater artists to showcase their talent. It invites professional and celebrated artists to share their experiences and advice the buddying artists. Fo... more

Lindholmen, on the northern shore of Göta Älv, has its own cinema. Aftonstjärnan was called Lindholmens Bio until 1992, and is housed in a charming building since 1918. The auditorium, which has also housed revues and comedies,... more

There is culture in the suburbs too. In Frölunda, you will find the Frölunda Kulturhus (Cultural Center) with various activities on offer, including film screenings arranged by a local film club. There is one auditorium, which... more

If you haven't ever set your eyes on the Swedish Contemporary art, then head straight to this contemporary art gallery Roda Sten that consistently exhibits several paintings created by local and international artists. Several a... more

Villa Belparc is culmination of a little bit of everything to do with entertainment and is located in a park next to a botanical garden. The premises has a cafe and bistro, conference facilities and catering services. The place... more

Every February there is a large book sale in Sweden. Many of the books for sale are special editions, printed and bound more cheaply than the ordinary editions, but it is possible to find some real bargains. In order to be sure... more

At Barnens zoo, children can learn to interact with animals in a natural and respectful way. Goats, sheep, pigs and ducks roam freely in an enclosure where the children can walk around and pet the animals. At 2p and 2:15p you c... more