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Sweden flag Gothenburg, Sweden

Kingdom of Sweden

A popular tourist destination in Sweden, known for its unique attractions and atmosphere.

👥 10,605,098 population 💰 kr SEK 🗣️ Swedish 🕐 UTC+01:00 📍 View on Google Maps 🗺️ OpenStreetMap

📖 About Gothenburg

Gothenburg is the second-largest city in Sweden, after the capital Stockholm, and the fifth-largest in the Nordic countries.

Situated by the Kattegat on the west coast of Sweden, it is the gubernatorial seat of Västra Götaland County, with a population of approximately 600,000 in the city proper and about 1.1 million inhabitants in the metropolitan area.

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Trip Settings

Standard Budget 7 days 2 travelers

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Total Budget

$4,242

$303 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers

💰
$2,310

Accommodation

$165 per night

$924

Food & Dining

$66 per day

$392

Local Transport

$28 per day

$616

Entertainment

Budget Tips for Gothenburg

  • Book everything well in advance to save money
  • Self-catering is essential for budget travelers
  • Free camping (allemansrätten) is legal in most Nordic countries
  • City cards often provide significant savings

Sweden Facts

🏛️ Capital

Stockholm

🌍 Continent

Europe

📐 Area

450,295 km²

📞 Phone Code

+46

💰 Currency

Swedish krona

kr (SEK)

🗺️ Region

Northern Europe

🗣️ Languages Spoken:

Swedish

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

15 sites in Sweden

Royal Domain of Drottningholm

Royal Domain of Drottningholm

CulturalSince 1991

The Royal Domain of Drottningholm stands on an island in Lake Mälar in a suburb of Stockholm. With its castle, perfectly preserved theatre (built in ...

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Birka and Hovgården

Birka and Hovgården

CulturalSince 1993

The Birka archaeological site is located on Björkö Island in Lake Mälar and was occupied in the 9th and 10th centuries. Hovgården is situated on t...

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Engelsberg Ironworks

Engelsberg Ironworks

CulturalSince 1993

Sweden's production of superior grades of iron made it a leader in this field in the 17th and 18th centuries. This site is the best-preserved and most...

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Skogskyrkogården

Skogskyrkogården

CulturalSince 1994

This Stockholm cemetery was created between 1917 and 1920 by two young architects, Asplund and Lewerentz, on the site of former gravel pits overgrown ...

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Rock Carvings in Tanum

Rock Carvings in Tanum

CulturalSince 1994

The rock carvings in Tanum, in the north of Bohuslän, are a unique artistic achievement not only for their rich and varied motifs (depictions of huma...

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Hanseatic Town of Visby

Hanseatic Town of Visby

CulturalSince 1995

A former Viking site on the island of Gotland, Visby was the main centre of the Hanseatic League in the Baltic from the 12th to the 14th century. Its ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to visit Gothenburg?
The average daily budget for Gothenburg, Sweden ranges from $108 for budget travelers to $880 for luxury travelers. A standard comfortable trip typically costs around $303 per day including accommodation, food, transport, and entertainment.
Is Gothenburg expensive for tourists?
Gothenburg is considered an expensive destination. However, budget travelers can still visit by staying in hostels, cooking their own meals, and using public transportation.
What is the best budget for Gothenburg?
We recommend budgeting around $303 per day for a comfortable trip to Gothenburg. This includes mid-range accommodation, dining at local restaurants, public transportation, and entrance fees to attractions. Add 10-20% as a buffer for unexpected expenses.