Guldheden Travel Guide
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.
Garden Society of Gothenburg
Take in the scent of four thousand roses and see cacti, palms and other tropical species growing in this magnificent garden in the heart of Gothenburg.
Top hotels in Guldheden
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Great location
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Lovely family room but no drawers to put your stuff and only a small rail for clothes, not much for a family of 4. Otherwise excellent hotel, friendly, great location next to the park, easy to get into the centre, kids loved it
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Clarion Hotel Draken
What an amazing hotel! Will definetly be visiting here again. Staff were amazing. Rooms were lovely. Breakfast had a wide range especially for someone like me who is coeliac!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Scandic Goteborg Central
Beautiful hote, very luxurious.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
1. Room was large and quiet and clean. Slightly worn in areas but fine. 2. Very comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Scandic Europa
It’s the second time I’ve stayed. We love the beds, they are very comfy. The rooms a nicely decorated and have everything you need. The staff are friendly and the location is prefect
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Guldheden
Johanneberg
Travellers enjoy Johanneberg for its restaurants, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Chalmers Tram Stop.
Lorensberg
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Lorensberg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gothenburg Concert Hall, and catch the metro at Korsvägen Tram Stop or Kapellplatsen 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.
Olivedal
While you're in Olivedal, take in top sights like Linnegatan or The Iron Square, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olivedalsgatan Tram Stop or Prinsgatan Tram Stop.
Haga
Well liked for its shopping and art galleries, Haga is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Linnegatan and The Iron Square, and jump on the metro at Handelshögskolan Tram Stop to get around the city.
Centrum
Museums, historical sites and theme parks highlight some notable features of Centrum. Make a stop by Liseberg Amusement Park or Valhalla Swimming Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sankt Sigfrids Plan Tram Stop or Liseberg Tram Stop to get around town.
