Gothenburg, Sweden is definitely a family friendly city. If youve recently moved to Gothenburg or plan to visit in the future post-Pandemic, here are some ideas for Family Attractions the city has to offer!
Liseberg
Gothenburg's popular theme park with lots to see, including Chocolate wheels, rollercoasters and a huge kids area filled with rides, shows and rabbits!
Check out my past blog on Liseberg!
Slottsskogen
Whether it's a stroll, sitting at a cafe or checking out the zoo, Gothenburg's city park, Slottsskogen, has a lot to offer. It's a great place for the kids to run around either on the grassy fields or at one of the playgrounds.
See my blog on Villa Belparc restaurant at Slottsskogen.
Universium
The city's Science center with exhibits on Space, science and even a tropical rainforest. There's a lab for older kids but younger kids will enjoy seeing the fish, birds and monkeys up close. There used to be a play area on the bottom level but it's currently under renovation (as of June 2021).
Botaniska or Trädgårdsföreningen
We are so lucky that Gothenburg has quite a few different gardens to enjoy. There is Trädgårdsföreningen in the centre of the city across from the Stora Teatern. It's the perfect place to take a break from the city and sit at the Garden cafe for a refreshing drink. There is also a big greenhouse and a nice playground for the kids right by the fountain.
The Botanical Gardens or Botaniska right by Slottsskogen, are continuously being updated and maintained. There's even a restaurant if you fancy a lunch or coffee bread. The restaurant offers plenty of outdoor seating so you can sit and enjoy lunch or a coffee in the sunshine!
See my previous blog about the gardens.
The Archipelago
It depends how long you are visiting in the city. If you are here for a few days, you may consider heading to the beautiful archipelago that lies to the west of Gothenburg.
If you decide to check out the Archipelago, you can either take a ferry to the Archipelago from the city (Stenpiren stop) or first take tram 11 to Saltholmen and take a ferry out to the islands from there.
We have visited the Archipelago (the islands of Styrsö, Dönso Brännö) many times and we've always had a lovely time walking around the islands and if it's warm enough, even for a cool dip ;)
Note: There are some other islands to the North, but that requires a longer bus or car ride and another ferry across (Those islands include Hönö and Öckerö and these are bigger more populated islands).
Världskulturmuseet or The World Culture Museum
(As an alternative to the Archipelago) If you are just visiting the city for a day, it makes more sense to stay in the city instead and maybe opt for another central activity like the World Culture Museum or Världskulturmuseet!
Pre-covid they offered a healthy and delicious Lunch buffet which included salads and coffee/tea and even a dessert! Afterwards you could let the kids explore around in the kids area or check out the museum's exhibits!
Enjoy your family time and remember don't forget your snacks!
Liseberg
(main entrance) Örgrytevägen 5, SE-402 22 Gothenburg
Check out Liseberg's website for more information
Universium
Södra Vägen 50, 412 54 Göteborg
Check out their website for more info on Booking tickers during the Pandemic
Världskulturmuseet
(behind Universium) Södra Vägen 54, 412 54 Göteborg
Check out the museum's website for information on Booking a ticket and Covid restrictions
Botanical Gardens
Botaniska
Carl Skottsbergs gata 22A, 413 19 Göteborg
The Botaniska website
Trädgårdsföreningen
Slussgatan 1, 411 06 Göteborg
The Gardens website
The Archipelago
Check out Goteborg.com for a guide on the Archipelago
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