Goteborg 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Center

  • Arrival: Fly into Göteborg Landvetter Airport or arrive at Göteborg Central Station.
  • Accommodation: Stay at Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel (Central Location, modern design) or Clarion Post Hotel & Conference Centre (budget-friendly with a great view).
  • Lunch: Try traditional Swedish food at Café Kartoffelkakan (Västra Hamngatan 10) or Feskekörka (Fiskhamnen 12).
  • Afternoon: Visit the Göteborg Art Museum (Göteborg Konstmuseum), explore the historic Haga district with its colorful wooden houses and antique shops.
  • Dinner: Dine at Magasinet (Södra Hamngatan 59), one of Sweden’s best restaurants, or grab a bite at Kebab House (Drottningtorget).
  • Evening: Take a stroll along the Göta River and enjoy the sunset over the city.
  • Transportation: City buses and trams run frequently and are easily accessible. Purchase the Göteborg City Pass for unlimited travel during your stay.

Day 2: Science & Culture

  • Morning: Visit Universeum (Södra Vägen 50), a science center with interactive exhibits including an aquarium and planetarium.
  • Lunch: Grab lunch at St Eriks Kafferosteri (St Eriksgatan 1) or Kaffe & Toast (Kungsportsplatsen).
  • Afternoon: Explore the Museum of World Culture (Världskulturmuseet) and the Gothenburg Museum of Art (Göteborgs Konstmuseum).
  • Dinner: Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Bistro Wine & Dine (Kungsportsplatsen 3) or Italian dishes at Trattoria Pescatore (Södra Vägen 59).
  • Evening: Take a tour of the 17th-century Slottsskogen Park and its museums. Don’t miss the open-air museum and the greenhouse.

Day 3: Archipelago Adventure

  • Morning: Travel to the archipelago by ferry from Stenpiren (Färjelinjen Käringön). Spend the day exploring the islands.
  • Lunch: Pack a picnic or dine at one of the restaurants on the islands like Stora Lyderö Café & Restaurant (Stora Lyderö).
  • Afternoon: Relax on the beaches, hike through the forests, or rent kayaks to explore the beautiful waters.
  • Dinner: Return to Gothenburg and enjoy dinner at Raggmunkshuset (Kungsportsplatsen 2) or Kebab House (Drottningtorget).

Day 4: Feskekörka & Liseberg

  • Morning: Visit the Fish Church (Feskekörkan), a historic market hall offering fresh seafood and local delicacies.
  • Lunch: Grab lunch at Feskekörka or head to Kebab House (Drottningtorget).
  • Afternoon: Spend the afternoon at Liseberg Amusement Park, with roller coasters, water rides, and a variety of attractions.
  • Dinner: Dine at Liseberg Food Court or explore nearby restaurants like Ecco (Södra Vägen 59) or Kebab House (Drottningtorget).
  • Evening: Take a leisurely walk along the canal and enjoy the city lights.

Day 5: Departure

  • Morning: Have breakfast at your accommodation or explore local cafés like Cafe Husaren (Kungsportsallén) or Kafé Magasinet (Södra Hamngatan).
  • Departure: Check out of your hotel and depart from Göteborg Landvetter Airport or Central Station.