Visit the Botanical Gardens in Göteborg, Sweden

One of our favorite places to walk in Gothenburg, is the Botanical Gardens (or "Botaniska" in Swedish) and the nature reserve, both are near the city park, Slottsskogen. There are a few ponds, and plenty to see, so it's a wonderful place to hike and explore. It's amazing how you can be in the city but walk 20min and get to the forest. The nature reserve, "Änggårdsbergen", is popular for moutain bikers as well. So when you are walking around make sure to watch for bikes. 

We actually got our Maternity photo shoot done at the Botanical Gardens and Nature reserve. We walked around and the photographer told us when she found a great spot! The photos were amazing! 

Thank you to Victoria for the beautiful shots while I was pregnant!

Botaniska is also a great place to sit at the cafe for an outdoor fika! There are high chairs available and kids and kids can go run around after sitting at the table eating their snacks. The outdoor area has a number of tables (they just upgraded the tables too!) and it's easy to space yourselves out from others. With Spring upon us, it's the perfect spot for some sunshine while you sip your hot beverage.

The cafe, Botaniska Paviljongen, always has some really delicious desserts. Actually recently, they introduced a Vegan Chocolate chip cookie. It is really soft and tasty, and doesn't taste Vegan at all.

Outdoor fika with kids!

The kids and I like to have a snack at the cafe before our adventures. My daughter loves the Carrot Cake and I usually pack one of the cookies to save for later! 

Now that spring has arrived,the flowers are starting to bloom. As of April 7th, 2021, there is currently some renovations going on in the Gardens. The entrance flowers and pond are being updated. So be sure to also watch out for the maintenance vehicles driving on the main path.

Definitely add Botaniska to your list if planning to visit Gothenburg (post-pandemic of course) or if you live in the city, come visit and stop to smell the flowers (but no picking flowers!). There's even some fish in the ponds! 

There is a box donate to the Botaniska at the entrance gate, if you are interested in supporting the beautiful gardens! Remember to keep your distance (Håll Avstånd) if visiting Botaniska, and don't forget your snacks! 

Botaniska Paviljongen
Gothenburg, Sweden 
Check out their menu on their website

Fotograf Rennerstahl
This was the Maternity photographer we used for the amazing photos! 
Photographer: Victoria Rennerstahl
Check out her website!