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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Gothenburg

16 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Gothenburg, Sweden

Updated April 3, 2026
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The mounted whale next to its mounted skeleton

Gothenburg, Sweden

Malm Whale

One of the world's few mounted blue whales, its jaws are hinged open allowing visitors to descend into a lounge.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Ragnhildsholmen Castle Ruin

This castle ruin in the middle of nowhere is a gem for wildlife enthusiasts.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Gothenburg Medical History Museum

A 200-year-old collection of medical paraphernalia in a historic house.
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A 1956 Volvo P1900.

Gothenburg, Sweden

World of Volvo

The place to be if you love vintage Swedish cars.
Feskekôrka

Gothenburg, Sweden

Feskekôrka - The "Fish Church"

A Gothic-inspired fish market is Gothenburg's best place to find loaves and fishes.
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Gothenburg, Sweden

Maritiman

The world's biggest floating museum in Gothenburg, Sweden.
It’s difficult to imagine, but this charming house was once a police station.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Old Police Station at Slottsskogen

The charming storybook building now houses a small police museum.
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