Gothenburg has a reputation for its fabulous cuisine. Take the time to visit 28+, one of many Michelin-rated restaurants in Gothenburg, which is known for superior seafood dishes in an elegant setting. Alternately, Bliss is a restaurant acclaimed for its innovative decor, exciting atmosphere and late-night tapas meals. There are restaurants for even the most discerning palates, as well as bistros and cafes for casual settings and budget-friendly menus.
The largest amusement park in Northern Europe, Liseburg is known for its spectacular roller coaster, as well as its daily shows, concerts and dances. Day passes are available to guests who want to fully partake of the park's amenities.
Gothenburg is home to Botaniska Trädgården, the largest botanical garden in Sweden. The city takes pride in its incredible 10 percent of green space, and this is an attraction in keeping with the spirit of Gothenburg. The gardens play host to a stunning and colorful collection of more than 12,000 plants.
In addition to the gardens, Gothenburg prides itself on its many beautiful parks. Consider visiting Keillers Park, from which you may see the city below you.
Gothenburg offers a variety of museums for both art lovers and special interest connoisseurs. The Natural History Museum of Gothenburg, Naturhistoriska Museet, houses the only stuffed blue whale in the world along with an extensive collection of wildlife.
The Museum of World Culture boasts works by Picasso, Monet and Rembrandt. For those with a special interest in maritime history, the Maritiman is the most impressive floating ship museum in the world. Still other museums, such as Röhss Museum of Design and Applied Art (Röhsska Museet), explore the history and philosophy of Swedish design.
In addition to the requisite cinemas and theater halls, Gothenburg had a new opera house constructed in 1994. The modern Gothenburg Opera gives guests the opportunity to take in fine concerts, ballet and plays.
The shops are centrally located in Gothenburg and can be reached on foot. The Haga District is the oldest suburban area in the city, and is also home to fine shopping. Nearby is Kungsportsavenyn, otherwise referred to as Avenyn or The Avenue, the beautiful main boulevard of the city, along which are dotted a few hundred boutiques. There are also a number of more traditional shopping complexes, such as the Nordstan Shopping Complex. Finally, it pays to visit Saluhallen, a wonderful and authentic food market.
