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NILS´S RECOMMENDATIONS
of places to visit in Gothenburg
Eat & Drink
TOSO
Amazing place with lovely food and to die for drinks. Whatever you do, make sure to order the Toso rice. Easy to be forgotten with all the good dishes.
Adress: Götaplatsen
Adress: Götaplatsen
BENNYS PIZZA
If you are looking for a good pizza look no more. The best one is Pepperoni Pizza.
Adress: Rosenlundsgatan 4, 411 20 Göteborg
Adress: Rosenlundsgatan 4, 411 20 Göteborg
LÖFQVIST å VI
Sweden is famous for our "Köttbullar": Here you can find Gothenburgs best meatballs. Located in the city center in Arkaden you find this nice and friendly place on the top floor.
Adress: Östra Hamngatan 40, 411 07 Göteborg
Adress: Östra Hamngatan 40, 411 07 Göteborg
HASSELSSONS
Lovely sandwiches and staff.
Adress: Mariagatan 27, 414 73 Göteborg
Adress: Mariagatan 27, 414 73 Göteborg
Södra Liden
Great drinks and good food, friendly atmosphere. Amazing sun location in the afternoon.
Adress: Kungsgatan 8
Adress: Kungsgatan 8
CREPERIET
The best crepes of Gothenburg. And we might go as far as saying "Best crepes in the world"!
Adress: Linnégatan 32, 413 04 Göteborg
Adress: Linnégatan 32, 413 04 Göteborg
7:ANS ÖLHALL
Gothenburgs oldest beer place. Stop by when you are in the city center.
Adress: Kungstorget 7, 411 17 Göteborg
Adress: Kungstorget 7, 411 17 Göteborg
MOON THAI KITCHEN
Its not Thailand but it is pretty darn close. Very cool set up in the restaurant and the vibe definitely gives you a feeling of Thailand!
Adress: Kristinelundsgatan 9, 411 37 Göteborg
Adress: Kristinelundsgatan 9, 411 37 Göteborg
TACOS & TEQUILA
We have been looking for good fish tacos for a while now. And we cant seem to find any better than at Tacos and Tequila. Located close to Järnparken it is easy to get to with a chill outside area.
Adress: Tredje Långgatan 9, 413 03 Göteborg
Adress: Tredje Långgatan 9, 413 03 Göteborg
NONNA
If you are up for some good and creamy pasta make sure to visit Nonnas. If you ask us for a recomendation, Scampi will always be the answer.
Adress: Kungsgatan 12, 411 19 Göteborg
Adress: Kungsgatan 12, 411 19 Göteborg
CHERI-LEE
A modern asian fusion restaurant with inspiration from all over Asia. Here you can enjoy midsize dishes that are perfect for sharing. The staff is super friendly. Easy to get to as you find it on the Aveny.
Adress: Kungsportsavenyn 8, 411 36 Göteborg
Adress: Kungsportsavenyn 8, 411 36 Göteborg
A cool place to visit when you want to eat a something nice and tasty but not too much. A fresh bagel with a juice on the side and some awesome coffee. Located in the middle of Linnégatan.
Adress: Linnégatan 48, 413 08 Göteborg
Adress: Linnégatan 48, 413 08 Göteborg
MAGAZZINO
A beautiful and cosy italian restaurant in Gothenburg. You want to make sure to make a booking and enjoy their lovely pasta.
Adress: Magasinsgatan 3, 411 18 Göteborg
Adress: Magasinsgatan 3, 411 18 Göteborg
CAFÉ NO 77
At Café 77, their essence is rooted in a deep passion—passion for the art of brewing, for the craft, and for their community. This place is for coffee lovers. Heart is the core of everything they do, and it will always be that way! It's infused into every espresso, every pastry, and every cup they serve, and you can taste the difference. Every item they bake is crafted right there in the café, using only real ingredients—no preservatives or artificial additives, just pure, honest flavors.
Adress: Danska V. 77, 416 59 Göteborg
Adress: Danska V. 77, 416 59 Göteborg
STEAMPUNK BAR
Cool place on Kungsgatan where you can have a delightful drink while enjoying the odd decor.
Adress: Kungsgatan 7A, 411 19 Göteborg
Adress: Kungsgatan 7A, 411 19 Göteborg
Sjöbaren Haga
Here you can find a great fish restaurant. Small and cosy with love for fish as the main goal. The atmosphere is good and the prices are not bad.
Adress: Haga nygatan 25
Adress: Haga nygatan 25
Pizzeria Barolo
best swdish style kebab pizza, Ask for half burned, owners own words, makes it taste more.
Adress: Stora Badhusgatan 30, 411 21 Göteborg
Adress: Stora Badhusgatan 30, 411 21 Göteborg
Things to do and places to see
MAJORNA BOWLING
Gothenburg oldest bowling alley. Underground, dark and friendly. Just like a bowling alley should be.
GOLF & BAR
Why not a classical game of miniture golf in the middle of Gothenburg city. They have snacks and beer. From here you can feel the city vibe.
SYSTEMBOLAGET
Did you know that in Sweden you can only purchase alcohol at systembolaget. It is a retail monopoly not driven by profit or sales but rather based on Sweden’s restrictive alcohol policy which aims to limit the harmful effects of alcohol. The range of different beverages on offer is one of the most comprehensive in the world. All products sold in stores have cleared Systembolaget’s quality assurance process. Since you might be on your bike, we recommend to buy alcohol free options. Get yourself a bottle of red and bike to delitalia.
DELITALIA
A part of Italy in the middle of Gothenburg. Visit Delitalia for amazing cheese and pasta dishes. Here you can buy a variety of items that will make you feel like you are in italy.
BOTANICAL GARDEN
Botaniska offers a variety of horticultural expression and beauty. Gothenburg deserves its place on the botanical world map for these features and also for its unique collection of bulbs and tubers, all gathered wild. They can be seen for example in the Rock Garden, and are at their loveliest when blooming in the spring.
LETS BOAT
At Let's Boat you can rent a boat in Gothenburg from their jetty in the center of town at Brunnsparken. A really fun way to see and enjoy the city like they did in the good old times.
REDBERGSPARK
A beautiful view over Gothenburg city. You can bike here and bring some picknick.
Bike friendly places
GOTHENBURGS ARCHIPELAGO
A visit to the archipelago is a must, and with more than 20 islands all with their own unique charm, there’s something for everyone.
You can bike to Saltholmen and take a boat from there. Either park your bike or bring it on the boat.
You can bike to Saltholmen and take a boat from there. Either park your bike or bring it on the boat.
GUNNEBO CASTLE & GARDEN
If you want to bike a bit outside the city, to Mölndal. Gunnebo Slott is a lovely place to see. The garden is amazing. You can bike inside and around. If the weather is good, park your bike and walk around. There is a lot to see. They have a little shop and some animals. There is some home made "FIKA" (coffee and cake). If you have some extra time make sure to plan in to stop at there restaurant. Many of the items on the menu is grown there or locally sourced.
SLOTTSKOGEN/CASTLE FORREST
A big park in the middle of the city. Fun place to visit with or without kids. It is bike and walking friendly. There are places to sit and chill in the grass. Make sure to not miss the cute seals and pinguins.
ÄSTAD VINEYARD
This trip is not for the lazy biker. The trip there will take about 6 hours, so here is a good excuse to rent one of our electrical bikes. The destination is well worth it. A first class spa, with restaurants in an amazing surrounding. The visit will make a small dent in your wallet but a big smile on your face. Visit their website for package deals and booking.
1-2 HOUR BIKE RIDE
Start with the bike path and head toward Delsjön. On the way, stop by Systembolaget, Åvägen 42, Grab one bottles of sparkling wine—Cremant de Bourgogne, Brut Extra. This wine is from the region close to champagne area and very price worthy, drinking alcohol is legal in Delsjön.
For cooling, use the lake as your fridge. Next, stop by St. Sigfrid’s Plan 1, and pick up fresh shrimp and hot sauce (Het Sås) from the fish store. Don’t forget the bread.
Continue on to Delsjön, one of Gothenburg’s most beautiful lakes.
Don’t worry if you encounter a large crowd—head over to the half island for a quieter spot in the afternoon sun. Take a refreshing swim before biking back to the city.
Enjoy!
For cooling, use the lake as your fridge. Next, stop by St. Sigfrid’s Plan 1, and pick up fresh shrimp and hot sauce (Het Sås) from the fish store. Don’t forget the bread.
Continue on to Delsjön, one of Gothenburg’s most beautiful lakes.
Don’t worry if you encounter a large crowd—head over to the half island for a quieter spot in the afternoon sun. Take a refreshing swim before biking back to the city.
Enjoy!
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