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.
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.
Botanic Gardens
Find rare plants, an extensive orchid collection and a huge arboretum with greenhouses and even a children’s train.
Things to do
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Gothenburg Universeum Ticket - Aquarium, Science, Wildlife, Zoo
Gothenburg : Private Walking Tour with A Guide (Private tour)
Top hotels in Olskroken
Best Western Tidbloms Hotel
Situated in a residential and quiet location, staff very helpful, good breakfast. Will recommend the property as excellent
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
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
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
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Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Olskroken
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.
Gårda
While you're in Gårda, take in top sights like Gothenburg Textile Heritage Centre and jump on the metro at Liseberg Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Örgryte
While you're strolling through Örgryte, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Bäckeliden Tram Stop or Sankt Sigfrids Plan 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.
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 Liseberg Amusement Park.
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.
