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What to do and see in Gothenburg, West Coast: The Best City Tours
Celebrate the wonders of the land and sea in Gothenburg, Sweden’s second-largest city and home to Liseberg amusement park, the country’s #1 tourist attraction.
Visiting Gothenburg Archipelago is a must, as is sampling everything from modern gastronomy to ‘fika’ to the fresh-caught wonders at Feskekörka (Fish Church). Be sure to take in the Gothenburg Museum of Art, stunning contemporary art at Röda Sten Art Centre, and – if you visit in August – the incredible Way Out West music festival.
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1. Gothenburg Private Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Escape the crowd! Whether it’s just you and your significant other, or an extended group of friends, our private tour is specifically designed so that you will get to know Gothenburg intimately. You’ll love your 3 hour tour with us. We’ll make sure you see the city highlights, such as the Fish Church and Domkyrkan, but you’ll also get to uncover hidden gems and out-of-the-way places that will make your trip even more memorable. You’ll see Gustav Adolfs Torg, where the city was founded, and some of Gothenburg’s most historic buildings such as Kronhuset and Skansen Kronan. On a private tour your guide will be happy to tailor your experience on the day based on what you want to do and see. You’ll get personalised recommendations for where to eat and explore for the rest of your stay and of course, the chance to ask all the questions you want! To choose a Nova Fairy Tales experience is to discover Gothenburg, not just visit it!
Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Osborne5Edmonds
We were scheduled for a walking tour on our last day in town and it was cancelled the night prior. They did not call but sent an email. Since I was on vacation I didn’t check my email. This timing didn’t allow us time to make reservations for a different tour or scheduled activity. I called them after the start time, left a voicemail but they ever returned my call.
2. Small-Group Walking Tour in Gothenburg
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 49 reviews
Bring comfortable walking shoes, high spirits and get ready for a fantastic 3-hour walking tour of Gothenburg! Our groups have a maximum of 10 guests and this means that you get to ask all the questions you want and you have time to get personalised recommendations from your guide—at the end of the tour you’ll be full of ideas of where to eat, what to visit and how to spend the rest of your time in Gothenburg. Our tour will take you around the city centre, discovering both its most famous sights as well as it’s hidden corners. You will gain local insight and hear fascinating stories about this wonderful city, and you’ll get to know Gothenburg as both an enchanting historical town and as a dynamic modern hub. To choose a Nova Fairy Tales experience is to live in Gothenburg, not just visit it! We know that you’ll have an unforgettable time with us and that your tour will be one of the highlights of your trip!
Inclusions: Small-group tour with a maximum of 10 guests, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Margo W
We enjoyed our tour of Gothenburg with Rebecca. First, thank you Nova Fairy Tales for not cancelling the tour when we two were the only ones signed up for a Sunday morning walking tour. Second, thank you Rebecca for reversing and adjusting the normal route to allow us to be back at our hotel in time to grab our bags and catch a train. The itinerary and substance of the tour provided a good overview of Gothenburg and interesting information about its history. We sampled cinnamon rolls across Sweden and Denmark, and the huge cinnamon roll suggested by Rebecca was the best of all.
3. Gothenburg Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
Overall Ratings
3.8 based on 4 reviews
Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.
Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)
4. Gothenburg city tour by traditional tram
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 1 reviews
You will visit the popular and main destinations of the city by tram and walk which will include all about its culture, heritage, people, markets, shops, agriculture, and modern constructions. It’s a complete package to get to know the city from its core to the fullest. You can also choose to go on this tour on a bus with your private guide.
Inclusions: English Speaking Guide
Exclusions: Entrance Fees
5. Best of Gothenburg Photography and Sightseeing Tour
Turn your vacation photos into personal works of art on this 3-hour photography and sightseeing walking tour of Gothenburg. With a professional photographer as your guide, stroll around the main landmarks and learn tricks on how best to capture them on camera, together with absorbing facts about their history and architecture. See the Gothic-style Feskekörka fish market, click snaps of the Lilla Bommen skyscraper, discover the photogenic gems of the Old Town and more. Numbers limited to 15 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more intimate experience.
Inclusions: Professional photographer guide, Local guide
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Camera, Food and drinks
6. Private Photography workshop in Gothenburg
Join a private photography workshop in Gothenburg to get inspired by the best photographic sights offered. You will get your own professional photographer on a creatively stimulating photography workshop/ photo session of the city. If traveling in a group or with family, join us on a private workshop/ photo session to get great photos of them all. The advantage of a private group is that it offers lower tempo, control of sights and route and also more time for questions during the tour. Your photographer guide will teach you about composition, exposure, find the motive and various camera techniques. The tour is based entirely on your previous experience and your present equipment. If you have special requirements, please contact us and we make a special trip just for you.
Inclusions: Local guide, Professional photographer guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Camera
Reviewed By Brenda B
I chose to book a private tour with Patrik because I wanted to be sure to get the time I needed to set up the photos I wanted, and I wanted Patrik to have the time to give me feedback on my photos. I see the tour as an investment to learn and grow my skills while also getting great vacation photos. It was everything I wanted it to be. It was well worth the added expense to have the one-on-one session, and the price is very reasonable considering you are working with a professional photographer. I found Patrik knowledgeable on the technical aspects of photography, and he gave me a new understanding of some of the tools on my camera. I've been on two other one-on-one tours in other countries and was pleased that Patrik showed me new things that I hadn't learned before. Patrik was also easy to chat with and I felt comfortable with him right away. He reached out to me about "plan b" in case we were to have a rainy evening, which I appreciated. All around great customer service. Thanks for a great evening! I would highly recommend this experience to others!
7. City Sightseeing Gothenburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Explore the sights of Gothenburg on a highly enjoyable hop-on hop-off bus tour. With unlimited access to the bus route for 24 hours, you can discover the city in your own time-frame, hopping on and off as much as you please, and spending more time at your favourite spots. Along the way you'll see landmarks such as the Grand Theatre, Feskekorka fish market, Avenyn, Liseberg amusement park, Lilla Bommen, Lejontrappan Brunnsparken and more! Enjoy fabulous panoramic views from the double-decker bus, and listen to the on-board audio tour commentary, which adds an educational element to your sightseeing adventure.
Inclusions: Unlimited hop-on hop-off bus access for 24 hours
Exclusions: Gratuities
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