Gamlestaden Travel Guide
Gothenburg
Visit Gamlestaden
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.
Botanic Gardens
Find rare plants, an extensive orchid collection and a huge arboretum with greenhouses and even a children’s train.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Gothenburg to Hede Fashion Outlet
Gothenburg: World of Volvo Exhibition Entry Ticket
Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg
Top hotels in Gamlestaden
Kviberg Park Hotel & Conference
Kvibergs Vandrarhem - Hostel
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Stayed for Liseberg and absolutely loved it.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Very nice breakfast on the 29th floor. Room is basic but has everything you need for a comfortable business stay.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
on arrival i check in with Ann, amazing service and very friendly, that feeling carried on for the rest of my stay
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Clarion Hotel Draken
Other neighbourhoods around Gamlestaden
Kviberg
If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Skidome or Gothenburg Sports Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.
Stampen
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Stampen. If sightseeing is on the list, Queen's Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Ullevi Norra Tram Stop or Svingeln Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Gårda
While you're in Gårda, take in top sights like Gothenburg Textile Heritage Centre and jump on the metro at Liseberg Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Gothenburg City Center
Travellers choose Gothenburg City Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Göteborg Centralst Drottningt Station or Nordstan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Garden Society of Gothenburg.
Örgryte
While you're strolling through Örgryte, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Bäckeliden Tram Stop or Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop.
Nordstaden
If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Gustav Adolf Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken Tram Stop.
