Gothenburg Guidebook
Paddan City Canal Tour with Guide
For more information visit the Paddan Tour's website.
Getting in
You cannot pre-book this tour and tickets are subject to availability on the day.
Collect your ticket from Stromma's Paddan ticket kiosk on the departure quay. If the kiosk is closed, go directly to the boat approx. 20 minutes before departure and show your pass to the staff onboard.
During high season (July-August) it is a good idea to collect your sightseeing tour ticket early on the same day at the Paddan Kiosk or from the outdoor sales staff. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors, and some tours may be full during the high season.
Visitor tips
During the summer, it is a good idea to visit the ticket booth early the same day to collect your sightseeing tour ticket. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors and some tours may be full during the high season. If you do not get a ticket to one of the tours you had planned you can ask for tickets to the next tour on the same day.
Hours of Operation
Departure times change throughout the season, please check the Stromma's website for the most up-to-date information before your visit.
Closings & Holidays
Due to seasonality, the Paddan tour does not run between November - March.
Getting there
Address
Kungsportsplatsen
Gothenburg, 411 17
SE
The Museum of World Culture
Visit The Museum of World Culture's website for more information
Getting in
Just show your pass at the entrance!
Hours of Operation
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: 11AM-5PM
Wednesdays: 11AM-8PM
Closings & Holidays
Mondays
Midsummer Eve 21 June
Midsummer's Day 22 June
Christmas Eve 24 December
Christmas Day 25 December
Boxing Day December 26
New Year's Eve 31 December
New Year's Day 1 January 2025
Getting there
Address
ödra Vägen 54
412 54 Göteborg
Sweden, 412 54
Sweden
Maritiman - A Floating Ship Museum
For more information visit the Maritiman - A Floating Ship Museum's website.
Getting in
Simply present your pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
April
Saturday and Sunday only: 11AM - 4PM
May
Saturday and Sunday only: 11AM - 4PM
June
Daily: 10AM - 5PM
July
Daily: 10AM - 6PM
August
Daily: 10AM - 5PM
September
Saturday and Sunday only: 11AM - 4PM
October
Saturday and Sunday only: 11AM - 4PM
October 25 - November 2
11AM - 4PM
November 1 - November 2
10AM - 3PM
Visit Maritiman - A Floating Ship Museum's website for current opening hours.
Getting there
Address
Packhusplatsen 12
Gothenburg, 411 13
SE
Universeum
For more information, visit the Universeum website.
Getting in
Scan your pass at Universeum’s front desk to receive your ticket for entry. Reservation is not required, and entry is in half-hourly slots.
Entry to Universeum’s Wisdome exhibit is not included with your pass. Tickets for this exhibit can be purchased separately at the Universeum or on their website.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 10AM – 6PM
There are extended opening hours until 8PM during summer. Check the Universeum website for up-to-date opening hours.
Closings & Holidays
Closed Midsummer Eve and Midsummer’s Day.
Getting there
Address
Södra Vägen 50
Gothenburg, 41254
SE
Gothenburg Hop On-Hop Off Bus Tour
For more information visit the Hop On-Hop Off Bus Tour website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Hours of Operation
Please check the attraction website for more information regarding timetables and stops.
Closings & Holidays
Please note: this season runs from April to September.
Getting there
Address
Stora Teatern
Gothenburg, 411 36
SE
Museum of Gothenburg
For more information visit the Museum of Gothenburg's website.
Facilities
In the museum there is also a shop and restaurant.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is present your pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday: 10AM - 6PM
Wednesday: 10AM - 8PM
Thursday: 10AM - 6PM
Friday-Sunday: 10AM - 5PM
Dates and hours subject to change, please visit the attraction website for the most up to date opening information.
Closings & Holidays
Monday
Good Friday
Easter Monday
May 1
June 6
Midsummer’s Eve and Midsummer Day
Christmas Eve and Christmas day
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
Getting there
Address
Norra Hamngatan 12
Gothenburg, 411 14
SE
The Maritime Museum and Aquarium
For more information, visit the Maritime Museum and Aquarium website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass!
Hours of Operation
Tuesday and Wednesday: 10AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 10AM - 8PM
Friday - Sunday: 10AM - 5PM
On public holidays when the museum is open and also the day before a public holiday, the museum closes at 5PM.
For more information, visit the Maritime Museum and Aquarium website.
Closings & Holidays
Closed on Mondays
Good Friday
Easter Monday
May 1
June 6
Midsummer’s Eve and Midsummer’s Day
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day
Getting there
Address
Karl Johansgatan 1–3
Gothenburg, 41459
SE
Archipelago Tour with guide
For more information visit the Archipelago Tour with guide website.
Getting in
You cannot pre-book this tour and tickets are subject to availability on the day.
It's best to show your pass to the outdoor sales staff to secure your spot. If there is no outdoor sales staff, go directly to the boat 20 minutes before departure and show your pass to the staff onboard.
During high season (July-August) it is a good idea to collect your sightseeing tour ticket early the same day from the outdoor sales staff. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors, and some tours may be full during the high season.
Hours of Operation
Departure times change throughout the season, please check the Stromma's website for the most up-to-date information before your visit.
Closings & Holidays
June 23
June 24
Getting there
Address
Lilla Bommens torg 3, 411 04
Gothenburg, 411 04
SE
Prison Island Gothenburg
For more information visit the Prison Island website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – be sure to book your spot.
Please note!
You'll receive 10% off food and drink when you book with your pass!
Hours of Operation
Monday-Saturday: 10AM - 8PM
Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Reservations required
Call +46 31 797 19 99 to book before your visit.
Phone
Getting there
Address
Åbäcksgatan 6A
Gothenburg, 43761
SE
Slottsskogen Adventure Golf
For more information visit the Slottsskogen Adventure Golf website.
Getting in
Simply present pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
The opening hours are weather and month-dependent. Please always check the bottom of the Adventure golf website for up-to-date opening hours before you visit.
Closings & Holidays
November - March
Getting there
Address
Slottsskogen
Gothenburg, 413 10
SE
Bohus Fortress
For more information visit the Bohus Fortress website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass on arrival.
Wheelchair accessibility
For safety reasons, some areas of the fortress are closed at the moment. Also, persons in a wheelchair or with a baby stroller may have very limited accessibility at this time.
Please note!
The fortress is a ruin and most of it is exposed to the weather. Also the ground is both stoney and uneven. Therefore dress accordingly.
For safety reasons, all children must always be chaperoned by an adult.
Hours of Operation
March 1 - March 31
Monday - Saturday: 11AM - 4PM
April 1 - April 30
Daily: 11AM - 3PM
Closed April 20 and 21
May 1 - June 23
Daily: 11AM - 4PM
June 24 - August 17
Daily: 10AM - 6PM
August 18 - September 21
Daily: 10AM - 4PM
September 22 - October 26
Weekdays: 11AM - 3PM
Saturday and Sunday: 11AM - 4PM
November 30, 31 and December 6, 7
Christmas Market: 11AM - 4PM
Dates and hours subject to change, please check the attraction website for the most up to date opening information.
Getting there
Address
Fästningsparken 3, 442 31 Kungälv
Gothenburg, 442 31
SE
The Gothenburg Museum of Art & Hasselblad Center
For more information visit the Gothenburg Museum of Art & Hasselblad Center website.
Getting in
Simply present your pass on arrival.
An additional admission charge is required for certain exhibitions and events.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday & Thursday: 11AM - 6PM
Wednesday: 11AM - 8PM
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11AM - 5PM
On public holidays when the museum is open and the day before public holidays, the museum closes at 5PM.
For more information visit the Gothenburg Museum of Art & Hasselblad Center website.
Closings & Holidays
Good Friday
Easter Monday
May 1
June 6
Midsummer’s Eve and Midsummer’s Day
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day
Getting there
Address
Götaplatsen 6, 412 56
Gothenburg, 412 56
SE
Gothenburg Botanical Garden
For more information, visit the Gothenburg Botanical Garden website.
Getting in
There's no need to show your pass, simply enter the gardens through the main entrance. Around the site, you will find several spots that ask you to pay an entry fee online. We have taken care of the fee so you can focus on enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Please note!
Receive a 10% discount on any purchase at the Botaniska shop.
Hours of Operation
Gardens open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Botaniska Shop
April - September
Daily: 10AM - 7PM
October - March
Monday - Friday: 10AM - 5PM
Saturday & Sunday: 12PM - 4PM
Closings & Holidays
Botaniska Shop: closed Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
Getting there
Address
Carl Skottsbergs
gata 22A
Göteborg, 41319
SE
Laserdome Kållered
Getting in
Simply present pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
Summer time openings
June 22–August 10: 12PM-6PM daily
Closings & Holidays
December 24
December 25
December 31
January 1
Getting there
Address
Bangårdsvägen 37
Kållered, 42836
SE
Aeroseum
For more information, visit the Aeroseum website.
Getting in
Simply show your pass at the ticket booth outside the hangar.
Hours of Operation
June – August
Daily: 11AM-6PM (last entry 5PM)
September – May
Mondays: closed
Tuesday – Sunday: 11AM - 6PM (last entry 5PM)
For more information, please visit the Aeroseum website.
Closings & Holidays
Closed January 1, December 18-25 and 31, and for Easter dates and special events.
Getting there
Address
Nya Bergets Väg 50
Gothenburg, 41746
SE
Röda Sten Art Gallery
For more information visit the Röda Sten Art Gallery website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass. Simply present pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Thursday: 12PM–5PM
Friday: 12PM–7PM
Saturday – Sunday: 11AM–5PM
Closings & Holidays
Mondays
April 6, 7, 8
May 1
June 23 - 24
December 24, 25, 31
January 1
Getting there
Address
Röda Sten 1
Gothenburg, 414 51
SE
The Röhsska Museum
For more information visit The Röhsska Museum website.
Getting in
With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday & Wednesday11AM - 6PM
Thursday: 11AM - 8PM
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11AM - 5PM
On public holidays when the museum is open and the day before public holidays, the museum closes at 5PM.
Closings & Holidays
Good Friday
Easter Monday
May 1
June 6
Midsummer’s Eve and Midsummer’s Day
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day
Getting there
Address
Vasagatan 37-39
Gothenburg, 411 37
SE
Gothenburg Sports Museum
For more information visit the Gothenburg Sports Museum website.
Getting in
simply present your pass on arrival. With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.
Please note!
Show your pass to receive a 20% discount on the museum shop, café, and books!
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM
Saturday: 10AM - 2PM
Closings & Holidays
Sundays and Mondays
The museum is closed between July 4 – August 1, 2023.
Getting there
Address
Övre Kaserngården 12
Gothenburg, 415 28
SE
Gothenburg Tramway Museum
For more information visit the Gothenburg Tramway Museum website.
Getting in
Simply present your pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
February - May
Sunday: 11AM - 2PM
September - December
Sunday only: 11AM - 2PM
Please check the attraction website for the most up-to-date information.
Closings & Holidays
April 9
June - August
Getting there
Address
J Sigfrid Edströms Gata 2
Gothenburg, 416 48
SE
Archipelago Boat Excursion to Vinga Island
For more information, visit the Stromma website.
Getting in
You cannot pre-book this tour and tickets are subject to availability on the day.
It's best to show your pass to the outdoor sales staff to secure your spot. If there is no outdoor sales staff, go directly to the boat 20 minutes before departure and show your pass to the staff onboard.
During high season (July-August) it is a good idea to collect your sightseeing tour ticket early the same day from the outdoor sales staff. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors, and some tours may be full during the high season.
Hours of Operation
Departure times change throughout the season, please check the Stromma's website for the most up-to-date information before your visit.
Getting there
Address
Lilla Bommen
Torg 3
Gothenburg, 411 04
SE
Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Boat
For more information visit the Hop On-Hop Off Boat Tour website.
Getting in
Simply present pass on arrival.
Hours of Operation
Getting there
Address
Kungsportsplatsen
Gothenburg, 411 17
SE
Boat Excursion around the Hisingen Island
For more information, visit the Boat Excursion around the Hisingen Island website.
Getting in
You cannot pre-book this tour and tickets are subject to availability on the day.
It's best to show your pass to the outdoor sales staff to secure your spot. If there is no outdoor sales staff, go directly to the boat 20 minutes before departure and show your pass to the staff onboard.
During high season (July-August) it is a good idea to collect your sightseeing tour ticket early the same day from the outdoor sales staff. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors, and some tours may be full during the high season.
Hours of Operation
Departure times change throughout the season, please check the Stromma's website for the most up-to-date information before your visit.
Closings & Holidays
June 23, June 24
Getting there
Address
Lilla Bommens torg 3
Gothenburg, 411 04
SE
Paddan Scenic Canal Tour with Guide
For more information, visit the Stromma website.
Getting in
You cannot pre-book this tour and tickets are subject to availability on the day.
Collect your ticket from Stromma's Paddan ticket kiosk on the departure quay. If the kiosk is closed, go directly to the boat approx. 20 minutes before departure and show your pass to the staff onboard.
During high season (July-August) it is a good idea to collect your sightseeing tour ticket early on the same day at the Paddan Kiosk or from the outdoor sales staff. Sometimes there are a lot of visitors, and some tours may be full during the high season.
Hours of Operation
This attraction is seasonal and is now CLOSED.
Departure times change throughout the season, please check the Stromma's website for the most up-to-date information before your visit.
Getting there
Address
Kungsportsplatsen
Gothenburg, 411 17
SE