Gothenburg, Sweden

Sweden's second largest city - and the largest port in Scandinavia - was founded by King Gustavus Adolphus in 1621 at the mouth of the Göta River. Gustavus Adolphus hired Dutch architects and builders to lay out Gothenburg, so it should come as no surprise that the city is laced with a network of gracious canals lined with elegant buildings. Like all great seaports, Gothenburg is a cosmopolitan city with a wealth of cultural attractions, from its ancient University to its beloved pleasure garden at Liseberg Amusement Park. The city is also the gateway to the archipelagoes and picturesque fishing villages of Sweden's West Coast - the country's favorite vacation playground.

Gothenburg's cultural hub is the Götaplatsen. Here Carl Milles' dramatic bronze figure of Poseidon stands watch over the central square, home to the city's Museum of fine Arts, Concert Hall, Municipal Theatre and City Library.

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Points of Interest

  • Botanical Garden
  • Tjolöholm Castle
  • City Shopping
  • Masthuggs Church
  • Poseidon Fountain
  • Boat Tour on Canals and Harbour
  • Klädesholmen
  • Skärhamn

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  • Botanical Garden

    One of Europe's leading botanical gardens has earned two stars in the Michelin Green Guide for its 98 acres of sweeping lawns, verdant forests, shimmering glades, and 16,000 plants.

  • Tjolöholm Castle

    Perched on a peninsula with phenomenal ocean views, this unique castle was built between 1898 and 1904 in an architectual blend of 16th century Gothic and Arts and Craft styles.

  • City Shopping

    Not only is Gothenburg home to Scandinavia's biggest shopping mall but a variety of small shops flourish in the city's center. Here, you'll find stores selling everything from vintage and couture to electronics and swedish designs.

  • Masthuggs Church

    This lovely 100-year-old landmark sits high on a hill overlooking the city. Its 203-foot tower dominates the skyline while the interior's pegged timber ceiling is reminiscent of ancient stave churches from the Viking Age.

  • Poseidon Fountain

    On Avenyn boulevard in Götaplatsen Square sits the city's famous fountain. Designed in bronze by noted Swedish artist Carl Milles, the fountain features the sea god Poseidon rising from the center.

  • Boat Tour on Canals and Harbour

    Witness the beauty of Gothenburg from a waterside perspective on a unique paddan boat. A Swedish word meaning "toad," paddans leisurely travel down quiet canals, under low bridges and along picturesque streets.

  • Klädesholmen

    This small island's fame as a major herring producer dates back 600 years. Even today, salting houses and canneries dot the tiny harbor while the town welcomes visitors with charming restaurants and breathtaking scenery.

  • Skärhamn

    A seaside village on Tjörn Island boasts a pretty harbor that's full of yachts during the summer. In town, you'll find the Nordic Watercolor Museum.

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Easy Gothenburg by Accessible Vehicle

2.5 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 2 9 1
  • Masthuggs Church
  • Poseidon Fountain

This tour is designed for passengers who prefer to see some sights from the motorcoach with little or no walking involved. Designed for passengers who prefer a minimum of walking, this narrated city drive celebrates the major sights and sounds of Gothenburg.

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Easy Gothenburg

2.5 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 2 9 0
  • Masthuggs Church
  • Poseidon Fountain

This tour is designed for passengers who prefer to see some sights from the motorcoach with little or no walking involved. Designed for passengers who prefer a minimum of walking, this narrated city drive celebrates the major sights and sounds of Gothenburg. You will view the landmarks Masthuggs Church, the Poseidon Fountain.

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Volvo Museum & City Drive

3 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 2 2 0
  • Poseidon Fountain

Learn the history of the Swedish car company, Volvo, with a tour of its fascinating museum. See its amazing collection of classic cars, aviation engines, concept vehicles and more. Then, enjoy a sightseeing city tour that includes highlights like the Avenue, Gustav Adolf's Square, and a photo stop at the Poseidon Fountain.

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Gothenburg City & Haga Sightseeing

4 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 1 8 0
  • Masthuggs Church

Enjoy a sightseeing tour around this centuries-old city with a stop at famed Masthugg Church, whose hilltop setting offers breathtaking views of the city. Then, you're off to the Haga district for a walking tour along the old town's cobbled streets past well-preserved 19th century wooden houses.

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Archipelago Island Hopping

4 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 2 4 0

Get off the beaten path and go island hopping along Sweden's Bohuslän archipelago. After a brief ferry ride to Öckerö, you'll embark on a sightseeing tour of the island and a visit to the medieval church. After a visit to the local folklore center, you'll continue on to Fotö and Hönö.

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Easy Gothenburg & Canal Cruise

3 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 2 4 5
  • Masthuggs Church
  • Boat Tour on Canals and Harbour

Explore Gothenburg from two points of view--from a panoramic coach tour past famous city sights such as the bronze Poseidon fountain; Aveneyn (Gothenburg's most famous street) and Gustav Adolf Square, and from the seat on a paddan boat gliding gently down a canal.

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West Coast Islands & Herring Tasting

2.5 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 3 0 0

Discover the West Coast Island of Tjörn, known for its charming red clapboard farmhouses. After a photo stop at the impressive Tjörn Bridge, you'll travel on to the "herring" village of Klädesholmen for a walking tour followed by a visit to Skärhamn for a sampling of their famous herring.

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Wildlife Safari by RIB

2 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 5 2 0
  • Boat Tour on Canals and Harbour

Zip across the aquamarine waters of Gothenburg's harbor aboard a high-speed RIB for a close up look at the area's marine residents. Keep your eyes open for grey seals sun bathing on the rocks as your boat zooms down the picturesque archipelago.

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Liseberg Amusement Park & Canal Cruise

4.5 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 6 0 5
  • Poseidon Fountain
  • Boat Tour on Canals and Harbour

Delight in some of Gothenburg's most iconic sights by coach and boatl. Following a panoramic drive past around the city, board an authentic paddan boat for a cruise on the city's canals. Back on land; enjoy the many rides and attractions at Liseberg Amusement Park.

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Kayaking in the Savean Moat

3.5 hours | Gothenburg | G O T - 5 8 0

Behold Gothenburg's beauty from a different perspective-from the cockpit of a safe and sturdy kayak. After thorough instructions, you'll follow your guide around the 17th century moat that encircles the city before gently gliding into the city's calm and peaceful canals.

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