Gothenburg Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
second-largest city in Sweden and capital of the Västra Götaland County
About Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a fairly green city with parks and a large river bisecting the city. Built after being founded by royal decree in 1621 it was modelled after the Dutch city style, with plenty of canals. By far the largest non-capital city of the Nordic countries, the city has a strong local identity, and many nicknames that allude to its canals, such as "little London", "little Amsterdam", and "little Venice". Early on Gothenburg was famous for its port and trade and has prominently hosted the Swedish East-India Company. Due to its historically industrial character Gothenburg has had strong working class associations, being known for its friendly yet brusque "goa gubbar". This together with its large port has given rise to the moniker "Marseille of the North". Today, with over 50,000 student
Top Attractions in Gothenburg
Explore the best things to see and do in Gothenburg:
- ★Aeroseum
- ★Askimsbadet
- ★Asperö
- ★Aspholmen
- ★badplats Donsö Lökholmen
- ★Bergsjöbadet
- ★Billdalsbadet
- ★Börjessons
Where to Eat in Gothenburg
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Alexandras Grekiska Soppkök
- 🍴Andrum
- 🍴Baguetten
- 🍴Beijing 8
- 🍴Berzelius Bar & Matsal
- 🍴Bombay Palace
Where to Stay in Gothenburg
- 🏨Avalon Hotel
- 🏨Clarion Collection Hotel Odin
- 🏨Clarion Hotel Post
- 🏨Elite Park Avenue Hotel
- 🏨Elite Plaza Hotel
- 🏨Great Living
Gothenburg Travel Guide Sections
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