Cars and maritime heritage are intrinsic to Gothenburg: an airline ticket to Sweden's second city offers diverse sightseeing and dining, quite out of proportion to its relatively compact size.

Things to do

Travel on Gothenburg's waters, cruising over the Göta river to the Volvo Museum. The Haga district, with its restored 17th-century 'Home in Haga' cottage, is a delight to stroll around.

Shopping

Scandinavian imagination and innovation takes flight in Gothenburg's specialist design stores like Designtorget. Top Nordic fashion and interior brands feature heavily in the city centre's many smart boutiques and department stores.

Restaurants

Flights to Gothenburg open up excellent gourmet possibilities, not least for the superb local seafood. Other delicacies are available at top restaurants like Hos Pelle in the heart of Haga Old Town.

Nightlife

A tram ticket to Gothenburg's Avenyn district is a worthwhile investment, this being the city's biggest concentration of pubs and clubs. But fun can be found all over central Gothenburg, especially at weekends, when the party goes on until late.

When to go

KLM offers frequent flights to Gothenburg. Book your ticket for spring or summer, when Sweden celebrates its National Day and Midsummer's Eve. The Christmas Markets and the Film Festival make December and January good times to take a flight to Gothenburg.