Top attractions
Start exploring with a stroll along the city's main boulevard, Kungsportsavenyn (often shortened to Avenyn). It's lined with cafes, bars and boutiques, and at its southern end you can admire the Poseidon statue before visiting the Gothenburg Museum of Fine Art.
Not far away is another highlight - the Universeum. Billed as ‘the whole world in one place’, its 10 floors are filled with animals, nature, technology and fun experiments under one roof, including a rainforest and aquarium.
You’ll also find many cultural gems along Gothenburg's canals and waterfront. In fact, there's no escaping the city's maritime history and port action at Maritiman, a floating museum full of ships, including a submarine, warships and towboats. And of course, you should visit the World of Volvo, an exhibition center dedicated to the Swedish brand.