Västra Götaland County Travel Guide

Sweden

A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a park with people, and a distant tower.
A park with a large tree, a brick building, and people walking.
A marina with several sailboats docked, a red-roofed building, and a clear blue sky.
A busy pedestrian street with shops and restaurants.
A roller coaster with a steep drop, surrounded by lush green trees.

Popular cities in Västra Götaland County

A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a park with people, and a distant tower.
Gothenburg
Known for Dining, Shopping and Business
Gothenburg is a place that defies easy definitions. Sweden’s hip, historic second city has enough highbrow museums, great galleries and top-tier events venues to make it a dream destination for discerning culture enthusiasts. Yet it never feels stuffy. Its workaday industrial past always shines through. It has both luxury, in the form of elegant hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as budget-friendly neighbourhoods bursting with cool cafés and independent shops.

Reasons to visit

  • Liseberg Amusement Park
  • Nya Ullevi Stadium
  • Nordstan Shopping Center
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A harbor with red and white buildings, boats, and a rocky shoreline.
Smogen
The small island of Smogen, just off the west coast of Sweden, entices visitors from afar with charming swimming spots, fresh fish and refreshing sailing.

Reasons to visit

  • Smögenbryggan
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A waterfront promenade with colorful flowers, a canal, and buildings with red-tiled roofs.
Borås
Known for Monuments, Museums and Water parks
Plan a fun weekend in Boras; adventures, culture, shopping and a unique insight into Sweden's fashion and textile industries await.

Reasons to visit

  • Boras Arena
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A white boat docked at a harbor with a yellow building and a church spire in the background.
Stromstad
Known for Spas, Ports and Marinas
With a picturesque location right by the sea Stromstad offers exciting nature adventures all year round. Combine sunny beach days with exciting excursions and shopping.
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A coastal town with a prominent church on a hill, houses with red roofs, and a clear blue sky.
Lysekil
Known for Sea, Seafood and Marinas
Experience the Swedish coast at it's beast in this idyllic town. Wander along smooth granite cliffs and enjoy salty sea air and sun in the picturesque town of Lysekil.
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A waterfall in a forested area with multiple cascades and surrounding greenery.
Skovde
Known for Swimming, Libraries and Spas
On your weekend in Skovde you are met by gorgeous nature, cultural richness and plenty of shopping opportunities.
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Stay near popular Västra Götaland County attractions

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Liseberg Amusement Park

9.0/5 (524 reviews)
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.
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