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 Mooring for cruise ships |
Stigbergskajen Gothenburg 41463 Sweden +46 31 85 7470 |
Amerikaskjulet is located by Stigbergskajen, just behind Stigbergstorget. The Swedish America Lines passenger ships started running in 1910, and Amerikaskjulet was inaugurated the same year. Passenger traffic continued until the mid—1970s. Nowadays, Amerikaskjulet is a quay for cruise ships. Until the late 1990s, the Sea Cat catamaran had its terminal here. To get there take trams 1, 3, 4 or 9 to Stigbergstorget. Walk towards the Maritime museum, across the footbridge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old working-class district |
Brunnsgatan Gothenburg 41312 Sweden |
The district of Annedal was built in the 1870s by Arbetarbostadsaktiebolaget (the Workers' Housing Association), with the help of donations from Oscar Ekman. The two-storey houses located on Carl Grimbergsgatan were seen as ideal prototype houses for the working-class people of Gothenburg. No lodgers were allowed. Whereas Haga and Landala districts both had a sordid reputation, the elite of Gothenburg's working classes lived here. Arbetarnas Byggnadsförening (the Workers' Building Society) created 24 co-operatives situated on what is now Carl Grimbergsgatan. There are a few redbrick houses still situated on the street reminiscent of that era. The street is within short walking distance of Övre Husargatan and Linnégatan, with their many cafés and restaurants. To get here, take tram 2 to Brunnsgatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Grand art hall with modern art |
Götaplatsen Gothenburg 41256 Sweden +46 31 61 5040 http://www.konsthallen.gotebor... |
Konsthallen (the Art Hall) was inaugurated in 1923, in connection with the Jubileumsutst ningen (Jubilee Exhibition) celebration of Gothenburg's 300-year anniversary. That year saw a lot of construction activity around the city, and Gotaplatsen was beginning to look as it does today. Konsthallen used to be run by the Gothenburg Art Museum, but has for a few years now been run as an independent unit. Several exhibitions of contemporary and modern art are put on here each year. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old bakery |
Övre Husargatan/Risåsgatan Gothenburg 41122 Sweden |
The industrial bakery era peaked in Gothenburg during the 1870s, when the population increased, and therefore so did the demand for bread. Asklund's bakery first started at Albogatan in Annedal but moved to larger facilities at Övre Husargatan in 1901. There were over 150 people working there in 1914. The old bakery has been shut down for many years now, and a housing agency, self-service store and students now reside there. But you can still admire the bakery's redbrick building with white window-frames at the corner of Övre Husargatan and Risåsgatan. To get here, take tram 2 to Brunnsgatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gothenburg's grand main street |
Kungsportsavenyn Gothenburg 411 36 Sweden |
Kungportsavenyn, or Avenyn as it is commonly known, is the big parade street in Gothenburg, which goes all the way from Kungportsplatsen up to Götaplatsen. Avenyn is packed with cafés, restaurants, pubs, nightclubs and shops. The City Library is located just below Götaplatsen. The small statue just outside is of the Swedish author Karin Boye (1900-1941). The walk is especially pleasant on a light summer's evening. There are several bus and tram stops along Avenyn; trams 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 take you to Valand. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Mini-zoo for children |
Slottsskogen Gothenburg 41308 Sweden +46 31 827 566 |
At Barnens zoo, children can learn to interact with animals in a natural and respectful way. Goats, sheep, pigs and ducks roam freely in an enclosure where the children can walk around and pet the animals. At 2p and 2:15p you can take a short walk down to the seals or the penguins nearby and watch them being fed. To get here, take trams 1, 2 or 7 to Botaniska trädgården. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum of cultural history with special family shows |
Norra hamngatan 12 Gothenburg 411 12 Sweden +46 31 61 2770 http://www.stadsmuseum.gotebor... |
Stadsmuseet is housed in a building commissioned by the Swedish East India Company in the eighteenth century. This museum of cultural history has collections of items gathered from Gothenburg as well as the rest of the world, from a wide variety of eras. On the last Sunday in every month between January and May, the museum organises special family displays at 12:15p and 2p. Admission is SEK40 (EUR4.72) for adults and SEK10 (EUR1.18) for children (aged seven to 20). Admission is free for children under seven. Tram: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 to Brunnsparken Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A night full of culture |
Göteborgs Stads Kulturförvaltning Norra Hamngatan 8 Gothenburg 41129 Sweden |
On a dark night in October, almost all the cultural institutions and organizations of Gothenburg are open and you can watch dance performances, concerts or films, listen to readings or visit exhibitions. And much more. The card can be bought at Bengans record shop and at libraries. It is a good buy, as over 100 venues are included in the price, with booksellers, theatres, choirs, bands and dance groups. Some of these even arrange free events. All events begin 6p onwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Secluded playground among old houses |
Carl Grimmbergsgatan Gothenburg 41128 Sweden |
If you want to find a peaceful and beautiful playground, Engelska parken is the perfect choice. It is situated far from any traffic and is surrounded by trees, hills and a garden. The houses in the area mainly consist of workers' housing from the nineteenth century, erected in English style using red bricks. Close by you can also find Konstepidemin, an area with galleries and artists' studios. To get here, take tram 2 to Seminariegatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Competition and exhibition of modern Swedish design |
Röhska Museet Vasagatan 37-39 Gothenburg 400 15 Sweden +46 31 31 6850 http://www.designmuseum.se/ |
Every year a number of Swedish design organisations select the best Swedish design from the past year. The items are shown at various places in Sweden, and then they tour the world, accompanied by lectures on the specifically Swedish styles. It is hard not to get a bit suspicious when a certain kind of design is branded as typically Swedish, and you get the feeling that this is more about marketing than about giving awards for the most artistic design. But it is still a great opportunity to see modern design. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish and seafood market with restaurant |
Fisktorget Gothenburg 411 20 Sweden +46 31 711 3509 http://www.fiskekyrkan.nu |
Feskekörka the "Fish Church" is a market hall for seafood built in 1874. The building is reminiscent of a church, hence the name. Fresh fish is slightly more expensive here than average, but the quality and the atmosphere make it worth it. Feskekörka is located by the Rosenlund canal and is within walking distance of Brunnsparken. Or take trams 1, 2, 3, 4 or 9 to Grönsakstorget, which is only a few minutes' walk away. There is also a restaurant in Feskekörka. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of Scandinavian art |
Götaplatsen Gothenburg 41256 Sweden +46 31 61 2980 http://www.konstmuseum.gotebor... |
The collections at the Gothenburg Museum of Art consists mainly of Nordic art from the 15th to 20th centuries, including paintings by Ivar Arsosenius and Krogh. There are also works by other European artists such as Manet, Monet and van Gogh. If you are interested in Swedish history, then the painting of King Karl XII's funeral procession is highly recommended. The museum also holds a wonderful collection of historical and artistic sculptures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tourist information |
Kungsportsplatsen 2 Gothenburg 41110 Sweden +46 31 61 2500 |
The Gothenburg Tourist Centre offers the usual tourist information and brochures. It is also possible to book accommodation, and they give tips on different types of accommodation in Gothenburg. The Gothenburg Card, souvenirs, books, maps and tickets for events can be purchased here. Tickets for guided bus tours and boat trips are booked and bought here. They also have hiking maps for sale. To get here, take buses 40 or 41 or trams 4 or 5 to Kungportsplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The Jewish society of Gothenburg |
Östra Larmgatan 12 Gothenburg 41107 Sweden |
The synagogue is easy to miss on the narrow street of Östra Larmgatan. Gothenburg's first synagogue was initially housed in a building on Drottninggatan, but it burnt down before the end of a year. It was rebuilt after five years at Kyrkogatan 44. Inaugurated in 1855, it became The Great Synagogue, the main synagogue of the city. Its design follows the drawings of German architect August Krüger. The style of the services at this synagogue is continental and liberal, but also has some more traditional elements, for instance that of the separation of men and women. The synagogue has room for 300 people. Services are held on F evenings and Sa mornings. To get here, take any tram to Brunnparken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The University of Gothenburg |
Vasaparken Gothenburg 405 30 Sweden +46 31 773 1000 http://www.gu.se |
Gothenburg University College was founded by a private initiative in 1891. Sixteen years later, in 1907, it received university status. It used to rent a wooden building at the intersection of Södra vägen and Parkgatan. The University building in Vasaparken was opened in 1907, but the institute grew quickly, and the building became too small. The solution was to rent or buy premises in the Lorensberg area, within walking distance of the new university library in Renströmsparken. In 1954, the institution was nationalized and adopted the new name of The University of Gothenburg. The building in Vasaparken is a magnificent edifice with quadratic granite pillars. On the sides of the grand stairs stand two lion statues. Today, The University of Gothenburg hosts a variety of public events in the old building. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Square with political buildings |
Next to Brunnsparken Gothenburg 411 10 Sweden |
Gustav Adolf's Square is located in the city centre, next to Brunnsparken. The square is the administrative and political centre of Gothenburg. You will find the old and new Town Halls, the House of Estates and the Stock Exchange around the square. A statue of king Gustav II Adolf, founder of Gothenburg, stands in the middle of the square. Until the 1850s, the square functioned as a large marketplace, and was then named Stora Torget (the Main Square). The market moved, under great protests, to Kungstorget behind Kungportsplatsen. Just below Gustav Adolf's Square there used to be a fish market, but that moved to Rosenlunskanalen in the same decade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cultural spot in Gothenburg |
Götaplatsen Gothenburg 412 56 Sweden |
Götaplatsen was built in 1923 for the World Exhibition the same year. The large statue of the sea god Poseidon by Swedish artist Carl Mille was uncovered in 1931. There is an old superstition that states that if you are unmarried and take a photo of the statue, you will remain single. The Gothenburg Art Museum, Concert Hall and City Theatre are all located here. From the top of the stairs of the Art Museum, you have a great view of Kungportsavenyn. It is a perfect spot to enjoy a take—away coffee and just marvel at the view. There is a café and restaurant in the Art Museum in case you get hungry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gothenburg's oldest area |
Haga Nygatan Gothenburg 411 00 Sweden |
Haga is the oldest area of Gothenburg, dating back to the 1640s. Until the 1980s, Haga was a rundown area, but it has since then been renovated. The old houses are now interspersed with new buildings built in an older style. If you are interested in antiques and arts and crafts, then you should visit Haga. On and around the main street, Haga Nygata, you can find several antiques dealers, antiquarian bookstores, and arts and crafts shops. You can also find other types of shops for all ages and interests. There are many cafés and a few restaurants in Haga, if you get hungry during your visit. Haga is within walking distance from the city centre. If you don't feel like walking, you can catch trams 1, 3, 4 or 9 from Brunnsparken to Hagakyrkan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neo-Gothic style in Haga |
Haga Östergata 30 Gothenburg 41122 Sweden +46 31 731 6160 |
Haga church is on the Sprängkullsgatan/Södra Allégatan junction. As you step inside you realise that it is much larger than it seems from the outside. Built in the middle of the nineteenth century, this was one of the first churches to adopt the Neo-Gothic style. The arcitecht was inspired by churches in England. The interior has been preserved in its original state as far as possible. To get here take trams 1, 3, 4 or 9 to the Haga Kyrka stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luxurious spa in central Gothenburg |
Södra Allégatan 4 Gothenburg 413 01 Sweden +46 31 60 0600 http://www.hagabadet.se |
Hagabadet is the old Renströmska public bath—house. The baths were built in the 1870s in Neo-Romantic style and restored in 1997. Today, it is a luxurious spa with superb beauty treatments, a gym, several pools and restaurants. The main swimming pool, Ägget (The Egg), takes its name from the fact that the deep end is egg—shaped. A grand mural painting of Vinga island adds to the luxurious experience at the spa. Hagabadet's spa treatments come highly recommended. They offer everything from facials to therapeutic mineral soaks. Please be advised that all treatments must be pre—booked. The treatment fee includes use of the swimming pool and bathrobe and towel rental. Hagabadet also offers conference facilities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Photographic exhibition hall |
Götaplatsen Gothenburg 41256 Sweden +46 31 20 3530 http://www.hasselbladcenter.se/ |
Hasselblad Center is an exhibition hall situated in Gothenburg's Art Museum at Götaplatsen. Exhibitions by contemporary photographers are held six to eight times a year. Apart from these exhibitions, there is also a reference library and a photographic collection available for study and research, by appointment only. In conjunction with the exhibitions, there are lectures and seminars. For information on current exhibitions, please check the web site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Discover the future of Gothenburg |
Göteborgs stadsmuseum Norra hamngatan 12 Gothenburg 411 12 Sweden http://www.gbg.stadsmuseum.se/ |
Two of the biggest changes here are the re-organization of the tram network and the construction of Götatunneln, the tunnel that is to run alongside the river to make room for parks and walking areas near the water. Some find these changes exciting, while others point out the high cost and share the opinion that these changes will destroy the cityscape. Have a look for yourself at INFRA 2. Admission is free. Trams 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 will take you to Brunnsparken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small square with notable statue |
Landsvägsgatan Gothenburg 413 04 Sweden |
Iron used to be an important export product, and it used to be weighed at Järntorget (the Iron Square), hence the name of this square. In the middle of the square, there's a statue of five female figures, symbolising the five continents. A few restaurants, shops, a community theatre (Folkteatern) and a community centre (Folkets Hus) are located around the square. Järntorget is about a 15—minute walk from the city centre. If you don't feel like walking then you catch trams 1, 3, 4 or 9, or bus number 85 from Brunnsparken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exciting art gallery |
Första Långgatan 7 B Gothenburg 41327 Sweden +46 31 774 0091 http://www.konsthantverkshuset... |
Konsthantverkshuset arts and crafts house is situated on Vallgatan, just next to Kungportsplatsen in the city centre. It is an association run by the artistes themselves. Interesting exhibitions are held here, featuring work by contemporary artists. Professional artists from western Sweden show their unique and exciting arts and crafts. You will find textile art, sculptures, experimental glassware, ceramics and jewellery. For information on current exhibitions, please contact Hantverkshuset or see the website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Copper statue of Karl XI |
Kungsportsplatsen Gothenburg 41110 Sweden |
King Karl IX grounded the community that served as a predecessor to Gothenburg, Färjenäs at Eriksberg. A bronze-and-copper equestrian statue of the king stands at Kungportsplatsen. The statue Kopparmärra was made by Börjesson and the casting was done in Stockholm. The inscriptions on the statue's foot are from king Karl XI's commemorative notes to his court chaplain. The statue was inaugurated in 1904 by king Oscar II. The name means Copper Mare, the king's horse on the statue being a stallion, made of about 90% copper. Kungportsplatsen is not the original location of the statue; it used to stand on Östra Hamngatan and was seen from Avenyn. But the statue was in the way of the trams and had to be moved to Kungportsplatsen in the 1930s. Kopparmärra is a popular meeting point, because of its very central location at Kungportsplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greenery |
Nya Allén Gothenburg 41138 Sweden +46 31 10 2080 |
Kungsparken stretches from Järntorget to Bältesspännarparken. It is a large park with a great variety of bushes and trees. Nya Allén goes through the park, in which you will find a mini-golf course and a run-down playground. If you are walking to Järntorget or Haga, it is the perfect route (at least in the daytime). When the snow falls in Gothenburg, Kungsparken looks very grand. Floras kulle (Flora's Hill) is situated in the park and is well known for its springtime floral splendour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Gothenburg's main streets |
Linnégatan Gothenburg 413 04 Sweden |
Linnégatan runs from Järntorget to Linnéplatsen. The street is 1km long. If you are in the district of Haga, Linnégatan is only a few minutes' walk away. It is packed with boutiques, cafés, pubs and restaurants. It is perfect for a pub crawl, or if you just want to try out one of the nice cafés along the street. It is a residential area, so the pubs and restaurants close a little bit earlier than the ones on Avenyn. There is also a cinema, Hagabion, on Linnégatan. You take the number 1 tram from Brunnsparken, or walk — it is only a 15—minute walk from the city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old marketplace |
Southwest of the harbour canal Gothenburg 411 18 Sweden |
Lilla Torget (the Little Square) is an old market square. During the middle of the 19th century, wooden furniture was sold here. The market square was known colloquially as Trätorget (Wood Market). Lilla Torget is located southwest of the harbour canal and many buyers thus came to the square via the canal. There is a statue of Johan Alströmer (1685-1761), the man who introduced the potato to Sweden in 1724. These days, the square functions as a bus stop. It is only a few minutes' walk from the city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabulous view in ancient environment |
Storebackegatan 1 Box 4083 Gothenburg 40040 Sweden +46 31 731 9230 http://www.svenskakyrkan.se/ma... |
The tower of Masthuggskyrkan church is famous for being the last Swedish sight visible to emigrants on the ships to America, and offers the best views in Gothenburg. The interiors combine Viking-style ornaments with Christian symbolism. The acoustics in the church are wonderful; if you whisper down by the door you can be heard at the altar. The architect of the church was Sigfrid Ericsson, who also designed Johannebergskyrkan and was involved in the design of Götaplatsen, Konstmuseet and Konsthallen. Take trams 3, 4 or 9 to Stigbergstorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stuffed animals |
Slottsskogen Box 7283 Gothenburg 40235 Sweden +46 31 775 2400 http://www.gnm.se/ |
Naturhistoriska museet in Slottsskogen is a classic museum with lots of stuffed animals of all kinds, skeletons and natural panoramas. The most interesting feature is the stuffed blue whale, which even contained a café at one time! There are jars with scary preserved animals and their internal organs. But visit the butterfly section instead, that will make you feel better. To get here, take trams 1 or 2 to Linnéplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gothic church on the cliffs |
Oscar Fredriks Kyrkogata 1 Box 310 18 Gothenburg 400 32 Sweden +46 31 731 9250 http://www.svenskakyrkan.se/os... |
Oscar Fredriks church hangs on a cliff at the foot of Masthuggetsberget hill. It is built in a Gothic style, and when you look up at it in the dark it is easy to think of bats and vampires. The church was consecrated in 1893 and got its name from King Oscar II. To get to it take trams 1, 3, 4 or 9 to Järntorget or bus 85 to the church's own stop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large playground in the city park |
Slottsskogen Gothenburg 41130 Sweden |
Slottsskogen is the large park in Gothenburg, where you can find a lot of lawns and wooded areas for the children to play in. But if they insist on going to a playground, you can find one of those as well. There used to be a very long slide here, making the playground a well-known attraction among the children of Gothenburg. But now that it has been removed, the place is just an ordinary, though rather large, playground. To get here, take trams 1 or 2 to Linnéplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art student exhibitions |
Vasagatan 50 Gothenburg 41137 Sweden +46 31 773 5108 |
Gallery Rotor is situated on Vasagatan in central Gothenburg and is run by the students at the Art College of Valand. It was opened in the autumn of 1984, as a result of student initiatives. The purpose is to show contemporary works by non-established artists, and this makes it one of Gothenburg's most exciting galleries. The exhibitions show work by students at Valand and other art colleges in Scandinavia and Europe. There are also exhibitions by specially invited artists. For information on current exhibitions, please visit the website or contact them by phone. To get here, take trams 4 or 5 or buses 40 and 41 to Valand. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown gym |
Kungsgatan 34 Gothenburg 41119 Sweden +46 31 743 3690 http://www.satssportsclub.com |
S.A.T.S. Sports Club is the result of a merger of several different gyms. They now have three facilities in Gothenburg. Among them is the one on Kungsgatan, close to the dome, many bars, restaurants and a fitness café. At S.A.T.S you can get all the different kinds of exercise a modern gym has to offer. To receive information about the daily schedule, call +46 31 13 7030 instead of the regular number. To get here, take trams 1, 2, 4 or 9 to Domkyrkan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Herbal garden with modern art |
Övre Husargatan Gothenburg 41314 Sweden |
Seminarieträdgården is a small park, just at the top of Övre Husargatan, next to Linnéplatsen. Here you will find a herbal garden with all sorts of different plants. There is usually some kind of art exhibition in the garden, mainly of modern art. At the entrance, you will see two pigs made out of cement. Just inside the garden there is a location and information board. No cafés or toilets are available in the garden, but there are plenty of cafés and restaurants on Övre Husargatan and Linnégatan. To get here, take trams 1 or 2 to Linnéplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Models of ships and tales of the sea |
Karl Johansgatan 1-3 Gothenburg 41459 Sweden +46 31 61 2900 http://www.sjofartsmuseum.gote... |
Gothenburg has always been a seafaring city, and what the sea has meant for the city is something you can learn about at Sjöfartsmuseet. There, you will find models of ships from the seventeenth century until the present day, an exhibition of figureheads (many of them from shipwrecked ships), and maps and models of the harbour. Next to the museum stands a tower with a statue of the waiting wife of a sailor. From there, you have a great view of the harbour entrance. To get here, take trams 3, 4 or 9 to Stigbergstorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Old fortress with a museum and excellent view |
Skansen Kronan Gothenburg 402 33 Sweden |
The Skansen Krona fortress was built in 1641. The fortress' main purpose was to scare off the Danes, and it was also known as Juteskrämman (the Dane Scare). It was completed in 1695. Skansen Krona is built on a hill and therefore commands a grand view of the central parts of Gothenburg. The tower ornament is in the shape of a crown, hence the name (krona means crown). Today, the fort houses a military museum. To get there take trams 1, 3, 4 or 9 to Hagakyrkan and walk across Haga. To reach the fort, you have a few options. You can walk up a very steep stairway from Frigångsgatan in Haga, take a sloping footpath from Skanstorget, or use the road/footpath from Lilla Risåsgatan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where the locals relax in the summer |
Slottsskogen Gothenburg 41130 Sweden |
In the summer, Slottsskogen park is filled with sunbathers and coffee-drinking locals. There is a pool with seals, and you can watch them being fed at 2p. At Barnens Zoo the children can learn to play with animals in a respectful way. Refresh yourself at one of the several cafés. For the young children there is playground Plikta. Slottskogen is located next to Linnéplatsen, not very far from Gothenburg's city centre. Tram 1 and 2 go to Linnéplatsen, or you can take tram 7 to Botaniska Trädgården. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Poisonous fish and tropical reptiles |
Karl Johansgatan 1-3 Gothenburg 41459 Sweden +46 31 61 2900 |
The Gothenburg Aquarium is housed in the same building as Sjöfartsmuseet (the Maritime Museum). This is the place to go if you want to see poisonous, dangerous or simply colourful tropical fish, such as piranhas or dragon fish. Another room is dedicated to common Swedish species like cod and flatfish. But the most exciting part is probably the terrarium, where you can see boa constrictors, salamanders and a couple of alligators. To get here, take trams 3, 4 or 9 to Stigbergstorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See the planets and stars |
Slottsskogen Gothenburg Sweden +46 31 12 6300 |
The Observatory is situated in Slottskogen. There are planetarium shows of the planets and stars during spring, autumn and winter. In May, there are solar observations. The Observatory has been here for about 70 years. Every Monday and Wednesday during the winter season, the shows start at 7p; it is highly recommended to arrive well in advance. For information on current shows, please phone The Observatory. Ticket prices: adults SEK30 (EUR3.54); children (aged seven to 16 SEK10 (EUR1.18); free for pre-school children. To get here, take trams 1 or 2 to Linnéplatsen. Follow the signs in Slottskogen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Residence of the County Governor |
Södra Hamngatan 1 Gothenburg 41114 Sweden |
The Residence was built in 1648—1650 for Field Marshal Lennart Torstensson. He was also Governor General of the counties of Västergötland, Dal, Värmland and Halland until 1654. The Crown purchased the building in 1657. The Swedish king Karl Gustav X died here on 13 February 1660, during the parliament session. Today, the Residence houses the offices and reception rooms for the County Governor of Västergötland. It is located only a few minutes walk from Brunnsparken. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical lookout tower |
Karl Johansgatan 1-3 Gothenburg 41459 Sweden +46 31 61 2900 http://www.sjofartsmuseum.gote... |
Sjömanstornet (The Mariner Tower) is situated at the Maritime Museum, just next to Stigbergstorget. The tower was built in memory of deceased marines of the First World War. The inscriptions of their names and the ships they served on are at the foot of the tower. The tower was inaugurated in 1933. It is 49 metres tall and reaches to 63 metres over sea level. There is no lift, so you have to walk up 139 steps. At the top of the tower stands the five-metre statue Kvinna vid havet ("Woman by the Sea"). To get here, take trams 3, 4 or 9 to Stigbergstorget. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Zoo with reptiles and snakes |
Slottsskogen Gothenburg 413 08 Sweden +46 31 41 4050 |
Tropikhuset (the Tropical House) is a very exciting animal park for the whole family, with over 100 animals. You will find monkeys, birds, reptiles, insects, alligators, snakes, spiders and other exotic animals. Visit Mörkrets Värld (the World of Darkness), which has Sweden's largest bat cave, monkeys and rats, just to mention a few. Time has been reversed, so to speak, so that the animals can be viewed in their natural environment. In Barnens regnskog (The Children's Rainforest) there are animals like lizards, free-flying birds and fish. There is also a children's animal class, where you learn about the behaviour of animals. Open daily. Admission: adults SEK60 (EUR7.08), children SEK30 (EUR3.54). To get here, take trams 1 or 2 to Linnéplatsen. Walk through Slottskogen, there are signs all over the park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighbourhood with nice architecture |
Vasagatan Gothenburg 41126 Sweden |
During the late 1800s, the bourgeois area Vasastaden was built in Gothenburg. Its tall and beautiful stone houses are well-known for their architectural style. Vasastaden is situated between Haga and Avenyn. Today, the area is best known for its cafés and restaurants. The easiest way to see Vasastan is on foot, walking along Vasagatan and its side streets, admiring the grand architecture. Vasastan is a ten-minute walk away from Brunnsparken. Or take bus 60, or trams 1, 2 or 6 to Vasaplatsen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old fortress and prison |
Basargatan 10 A Gothenburg 411 10 Sweden +46 31 60 9670 http://www.borjessons.com |
Älvsborgs Nya Fästning is located on an island at the harbour entrance. It was built in the 1600s, and completed in 1660. With a fortress in the harbour entrance and military batteries on Hising island, Gothenburg was very well fortified against enemy troops. The fortress itself has a very interesting history. It has also been used as a prison, and there are old prison cells that you are allowed to visit. There is also a chapel on the island, very popular for weddings. To get here take the ferry from Lilla Bommen. The ride takes about 30 minutes. You buy the ferry ticket in Kajskjul 207 at Lilla Bommen. A tour of the fortress and island is included in the ticket price. For departure times, check the website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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