Backa
Gothenburg
Popular places to visit
Liseberg Amusement Park
Classic rides, a freefall at top speed, lively dance halls, restaurants and a botanical garden attract people of all ages to Gothenburg’s inner-city amusement park.
Nordstan Shopping Center
During your visit to Gothenburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nordstan Shopping Center. Experience the area's museums and live music.
Universeum
Explore an indoor rainforest, create your own superhero or sit on a real space toilet in the largest science museum in Scandinavia.
Slottsskogen
Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.
Gothenburg University
Enjoy the student vibe at Gothenburg University during your visit to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Kungsgatan
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kungsgatan during your trip to Gothenburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Top hotels in Backa
Scandic Backadal
Staff spoke excellent English. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Room was a pain to access with the card as it seemed to be very temperamental. Parking was fine, as a larger van we had to park in the outdoor car park, but our room key opened gate. Pool was nice if not a little cold.
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Euroway Hotel M&M AB
The entrance & lifts looks dirty and dated, but the hotel rooms/reception are acutely 3star standard. Microwave in my room and plenty of food shops and restaurants provide food options.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2023
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
The hotel is beautiful, and a lot of fun for families. We loved our room, everything was spotless and there's been a lot of thought given to the details. The kids loved the lobby slide and the carousel. Breakfast was amazing with so much choice. My son was sadly very poorly during our stay and the ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Beds pretty bad for a a standard 250 USD per night room
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
It is very nice and near things
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Clarion Hotel Draken
Amazing views from the 25 floor. Even better service from Lisa who made our trip memorable and special with the upgrade
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Backa
Gamlestaden
Check out the museums while you're in Gamlestaden. Hop on the metro at Beväringsgatan Tram Stop and Kviberg Tram Stop to see top sights like Göta Canal and Gothenburg Sports Museum.
Kviberg
If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Gothenburg Sports Museum or Skidome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.
Stampen
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Stampen. If sightseeing is on the list, Queen's Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Ullevi Norra Tram Stop or Svingeln Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Lundby
Bars, river views and spas highlight some notable features of Lundby. Make a stop by Backaplan or Göta Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Wieselgrensplatsen Tram Stop or Rambergsvallen Tram Stop to get around town.
Nordstaden
If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Museum of Gothenburg and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken Tram Stop.
Gothenburg City Center
Travellers choose Gothenburg City Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Göteborg Centralst Drottningt Station or Nordstan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Garden Society of Gothenburg.
