Gothenburg has many attractions to offer, which is why it attracts tourists from all over the world. Right after the capital, Gothenburg is the destination eagerly chosen by tourists flying to Sweden. We’ll find it here the world’s most important museum of Nordic art, the largest amusement park in Scandinavia and the largest botanical garden in Sweden. Sweden’s second largest city has many world-class attractions to offer, attracting millions of tourists every year with its charming boulevards and, of course, food. Gothenburg is also the most important center of culture, science, tourism and industry after the capital, successfully combining tradition with modernity.
Universeum in Gothenburg
Universeum in Gothenburg, the largest science center in Scandinavia, a great experience and a dose of knowledge for people of all ages and also children. Here you will find many different exhibition zones, including the Rainforest, Waterway, Chemical Laboratory and Space. Universeum is a fun and interactive museum that allows you to take part in this experience. The Ocean zone is home to some of the largest aquariums in the world, home to over 30,000 species of fish! The rainforest consists of 18,000 m3 of exotic jungle that allows you to discover nature and wildlife. In this humid atmosphere you will find exotic trees, animals and even a waterfall. We can also visit space and test the life of an astronaut and much more.
Gothenburg Museum of Natural History
In Gothenburg Museum of Natural History you can find exhibitions and collections which will teach you more about animals and nature throughout the ages, from the dawn of life 3.8 million years ago through until the modern day. The enormous collections boast a whopping 10 million different animals both large and small, so be sure to leave yourself plenty of time as you make your way around them all.
The museum charts the development of life from simple, single-cell organisms to the dinosaurs and onwards through the latest ice age and into the modern day. The collections are primarily organised by animal type so if you are short on time you can simply pick whichever animal kingdom or species that you find most interesting. Each collection is then in turn divided by family, so you can take a look at how different animal types vary across different parts of the world, like big cats, for example. The museum also offers a free mobile app which guides you through the exhibitions and provides a more complete multimedia experience.
Gothenburg Art Museum
The Gothenburg Museum of Art was built for the Gothenburg Tercentennial Jubilee Exposition of 1923. Today, the museum proudly boasts one of the largest art collections in northern Europe. Among its treasures is a unique collection of Nordic art from the turn of the century as well as the prized collection of local patrons Pontus and Göthilda Fürstenberg which is housed in the Fürstenberg Gallery. The museum also displays collections of Nordic watercolours, including those of the famous Gothenburg Colourists. Besides Nordic and Scandinavian art, there is also a range of international artworks on display, primarily from Europe and the USA dating from the 15th century onward. For example, you’ll find artworks by indisputable masters such as Rembrandt, Picasso and Van Gogh, as well as renowned pieces by contemporary artists like Charlotte Gyllenhammar, Lina Selander and Cajsa von Zeipel.
Open-air museum Kronan
The Skansen Krona fortress was built in 1641. The fortress’ main purpose was to scare off the Danes, and it was also known as Juteskrämman (the Dane Scare). It was completed in 1695. Skansen Krona is built on a hill and therefore commands a grand view of the central parts of Gothenburg. The tower ornament is in the shape of a crown, hence the name (krona means crown). Today, the fort houses a military museum and is also used as a venue space for parties and weddings.
Liseberg
Liseberg is one of the most popular amusement parks in Scandinavia. Full of rides, shows, attractions, and eateries, this is the perfect place for a day packed with fun for kids and adults alike. Liseberg truly has something for everyone, and spending the day in Gothenburg’s historic amusement park includes access to more than 40 different rides. Daredevils will love Valkyria, Europe’s longest dive coaster with a 50-meter vertical drop! You can also feel the g-force on Helix, which is the longest and fastest roller coaster in Scandinavia, and not for the faint of heart. Another attraction on the high-adrenaline side is AeroSpin, where you can make your own airplane spin high in the sky.
Trädgårdsföreningen
If they wanted to experience peace around beautiful flowers and plants, the Gothenburg Horticultural Association would provide this. It is one of the best-preserved 19th-century parks in Europe. In summer, the Rosarium in Gothenburg is filled with several thousand colorful, fragrant roses. Palmhuset, an elegant greenhouse from 1878, is home to palm trees and other tropical plants. The wavy forms and plantings will certainly interest you.
