SWEDEN
Sweden's classics.
The 10 best gothenburg tours in Sweden, from the big-name classics to the quieter picks worth knowing about. What each one involves, who runs it, and what it costs.
Take a 2.5-hour guided boat cruise from Lilla Bommen through Gothenburg Harbor, past Älvsborg Fortress, and out to southern archipelago islands.
“It was amazing! Definitely the best choice I made when I was in Goetheborg.”
Cruise Gothenburg on a classic open-top Paddan boat, guided in Swedish and English, passing 20+ bridges and heading to the harbor.
“The guide Harold was amazing- he was knowledgeable and very entertaining and funny - a fantastic way to see and learn about Gothenburg”
Use the Go City Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass to visit 25+ attractions, including Universeum and boat tours, with one QR code for 1–5 days.
“It was avery wet day and we only managed to use the app for 2 of the places we wanted to visit. So, I would suggest checking what is covered on here and if it is worth the cost of entrance. As places like Lisberg and World of Volvo are not included.”
A 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus loop through Gothenburg with 8 stops, 7-language audio, Wi-Fi, and skyline views.
Walk Gothenburg’s Haga Old Town with an English guide, from wooden landshövdingehus to Skansen Kronan views.
“Sara was perfect and made Haga very memorable, we even got a tip for coffee and cake.”
Ride Gothenburg by bike with a guide in English or Swedish. See Einstein sites, the World Exhibition, Haga, and Linnégatan.
“Very informative and yet casual way to learn about Gothenburgs history and enjoy its sites. The guide was fantastic and the bikes were great.”
2.5-hour Gothenburg archipelago boat cruise from Lilla Bommens Hamn with a Swedish/English guide, forts and island water views.
“I can only recommend this boat tour. The staff was very friendly and the area covered was big enough. We saw a lot of the islands in the archipelago and leaned about the history and the present. Highly recommended! And the food in the ship‘s restaurant was very tasty.”
Sail on the open Paddan boat from canal lanes to the wild Säveån river, with a live Swedish/English guide and great birding.
“A lovely way to get to know Gothenburg from a different perspective. Thanks Victor form making it even more memorable ☺️”
Self-drive Gothenburg electric boat tour with silent control, no license, 12 seats, canal views, and a digital guide plus fika stops.
“Wat een geweldige ervaring! Een boot huren en door Göteborg varen is echt een superleuke manier om de stad vanuit een ander perspectief te ontdekken. De route is goed uitgestippeld en gemakkelijk te volgen, zelfs als je geen ervaring hebt met varen. Alles was goed geregeld en duidelijk uitgelegd. Absoluut een aanrader voor wie Göteborg…”
Hop on/off Gothenburg for 24 hours on an easy HOHO route, with a 50-minute loop and audio in 7 languages at 8 stops.
“Hop on Hop off is a fabulous way to sight see the city.. bus was on time and very accessible. I would definitely choose Viator again!”
