Nordstaden
Gothenburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Gustav Adolf Square
Some of Gothenburg’s most important buildings and a statue of a 19th-century king adorn this formal-looking town square.
Museum of Gothenburg
Ancient archaeological discoveries, a Viking ship and artifacts from Gothenburg’s past are displayed in the city’s biggest museum, with child-friendly exhibits.
Kronhuset
Shop for handicrafts in the courtyard or admire the timeless architecture of Gothenburg’s oldest residential building.
Gothenburg Opera
Enjoy a show at Gothenburg Opera, a popular theatre in Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Gothenburg Town Hall
After visiting Gothenburg Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Archipelago Tour with guide Gothenburg
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Nordstaden
Scandic Europa
The room was much warmer than I expected, with no way to adjust the cooling except opening the window — no good with the wind and rain.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
ProfilHotels Opera
Scandic Go, Lilla Bommen 5
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Shops nearby. They don’t clean your room every day until requested upon.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Clean room, spacious, good location. Three tower locations but not all towers have access to gym. Pools and spa with fee.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Clarion Hotel Draken
The hotel was clean, spacious and welcoming. The breakfast was excellent, with lots of choice, the room was lovely, well equipped and very comfortable. The spa was really good however, as a guest I think access should be free. We were surprised we had to pay an entrance fee, and only allowed two ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nordstaden
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.
Inom Vallgraven
Travellers choose Inom Vallgraven for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Domkyrkan Tram Stop or Grönsakstorget Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kungsgatan.
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.
Vasastaden
Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Vasastaden. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Haga Church, and jump on the metro at Vasa Viktoriagatan Tram Stop or Vasaplatsen Tram Stop to get around the city.
Heden
Travellers choose Heden for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ullevi Södra Tram Stop or Scandinavium Tram Stop and check out top sights like Nya Ullevi Stadium.
Lindholmen
While visiting Lindholmen, you might make a stop by sights like Frihamnen and Göta Canal.
