Olivedal Travel Guide
Gothenburg
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.
Nya Ullevi Stadium
Catch an event at Nya Ullevi Stadium during your trip to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Universeum
Explore an indoor rainforest, create your own superhero or sit on a real space toilet in the largest science museum in Scandinavia.
Slottsskogen
Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.
Bohus Fortress
Tales of kings, queens and bloody battles make this 14th-century Norwegian castle a fascinating day trip from Gothenburg during the summer months.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Olivedal
Clarion Hotel Draken
"Great hotel, great location couldn’t fault."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Linnéplatsens Hotell & Vandrarhem - Hostel
"Clean room, affordable lots of amenities."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
"Brilliant stay at a lovely hotel with our toddler who found the hotel magical. The hotel is brilliant and while more expensive compared to other hotels, well worth it. The staff were great and amenities superb. If I had to give some constructive feedback it would be to review the eggs at breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
"Excellent Breakfast. Many choices including hot and cold food and Swedish specialities. Definitely worth the price. Lovely staff, very helpful and patient, fluent in English. There is a very organised, self-service luggage storage that is free of charge. The window in my room is quite big but cannot ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Scandic Goteborg Central
"Excellent hotel and walkable to everywhere."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olivedal
Haga
Well liked for its shopping and art galleries, Haga is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Skansen Kronan and Linnegatan, and jump on the metro at Handelshögskolan Tram Stop to get around the city.
Vasastaden
Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Vasastaden. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Haga Church, and jump on the metro at Vasa Viktoriagatan Tram Stop or Vasaplatsen Tram Stop to get around the city.
Inom Vallgraven
Travellers choose Inom Vallgraven for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Domkyrkan Tram Stop or Grönsakstorget Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kungsgatan.
Lorensberg
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lorensberg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gothenburg Concert Hall, and catch the metro at Korsvägen Tram Stop or Kapellplatsen Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Majorna
Appreciated for its monuments and spas, you might consider exploring Majorna. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Stena Line Germany Terminal, and jump on the metro at Kaptensgatan Tram Stop or Jaegerdorffsplatsen Tram Stop to get around the city.
Lindholmen
While visiting Lindholmen, you might make a stop by sights like Frihamnen and Radiomuseet.
