Gamlestaden Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Liseberg Amusement Park
Classic rides, a freefall at top speed, lively dance halls, restaurants and a botanical garden attract people of all ages to Gothenburg’s inner-city amusement park.
Universeum
Explore an indoor rainforest, create your own superhero or sit on a real space toilet in the largest science museum in Scandinavia.
Nordstan Shopping Center
During your visit to Gothenburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nordstan Shopping Center. Experience the area's museums and live music.
Slottsskogen
Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.
Gothenburg University
Enjoy the student vibe at Gothenburg University during your visit to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Botanic Gardens
Find rare plants, an extensive orchid collection and a huge arboretum with greenhouses and even a children’s train.
Things to do
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Other neighbourhoods around Gamlestaden
Kviberg
If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Gothenburg Sports Museum or Skidome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.
Stampen
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Stampen. If sightseeing is on the list, Queen's Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Ullevi Norra Tram Stop or Svingeln Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Centrum
Museums, historical sites and theme parks highlight some notable features of Centrum. Make a stop by Liseberg Amusement Park or Universeum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop or Liseberg Tram Stop to get around town.
Gothenburg City Center
Travellers choose Gothenburg City Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Göteborg Centralst Drottningt Station or Nordstan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Garden Society of Gothenburg.
Örgryte
While you're strolling through Örgryte, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Bäckeliden Tram Stop or Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop.
Nordstaden
If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Museum of Gothenburg and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken Tram Stop.