Nightlife in Gothenburg
Things are busy until the early hours in town – and most of Gothenburg's best nightlife is focussed on the Avenyn district, which is home to numerous nightclubs and bars, including the Valand club and the lively Rose and Crown. For major rock concerts, the Scandinavium indoor arena is top choice, while for classical culture, the waterside Opera House is the prime venue. Nefertiti, in the city centre, is the top jazz club.
Bars
Expand all1. Bryggeriet - Gothenburg's nightlife heart
Show moreHalf restaurant, half bar, Bryggeriet (the Brewery) offers good food as well as all the attractions of a popular nightspot, with regular live music. Situated in the Avenyn district, it offers an outdoor serving area in the summer.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
3, Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg 411 36
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 711 9260
2. Berså Bar - Early evening favourite
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Locals arrive at Berså Bar early - this popular after-work haunt is packed from late afternoon onwards. It's easy to see the appeal - the drinks are great value and there's a free buffet on Fridays.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Kungsportsplatsen, Gothenburg 411 10
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 711 2480
3. Ölhallen 7:an - A century of beer
Show moreIt's beer, beer, aquavit or beer at 100-year-old drinking den Ölhallen 7:an in the city centre. Perch on the end of the ornate wooden bar and you'll have a new Swedish best friend in no time at all.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
7, Kungstorget, Gothenburg
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 136079
Transport
On foot, or tram to Kungsportsplatsen
4. Rose and Crown - Nightlife English style
Show moreA lively 'English' pub in the heart of the Avenyn nightlife district, the Rose and Crown is also great for live sport, music, dancing at weekends and bar food. There's a free buffet on Friday afternoons and happy hour daily.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
6, Kungsportsavenyn, Gothenburg 411 36
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 105 827
Clubs
Expand all5. Styrbord Babord - Parties afloat
Show moreOne of Gothenburg's newest and hippest clubs, Styrbord Babord (whose name translates as Starboard Port) is set aboard a boat moored in the city centre. It's a typical Gothenburg nightspot, offering a variety of dance music and entertainment, plus food and a bar.E-mail this item
Address
1, Kungsportsplatsen, Gothenburg 411 10
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 711 2410
6. Nefertiti - Leading jazz club
Show moreNefertiti is Gothenburg's leading jazz club - a charming and lively city-centre venue founded by enthusiasts and still run as a collective in true Scandinavian style, with great jazz, and a good range of reasonably priced food and drinks.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
6, Hvitfeldtsplatsen, Gothenburg 411 20
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 711 15 33
7. Valand - Club, casino and restaurant
Show more Valand, in the heart of the Avenyn entertainment area, offers a little bit of everything - it's a club, casino, party bar and restaurant. Entrance is restricted to over-25s and in common with other local venues, the music varies from night to night.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
41, Vasagatan, Gothenburg 400 10
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 183 093
Entertainment
Expand all8. Scandinavium - Gothenburg's biggest venue
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Gothenburg's largest indoor events arena, Scandinavium, regularly stages concerts by the biggest international stars, along with major sporting events such as ice hockey and show jumping. This venue, south of the city centre, is dotted with restaurants and bars.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Valhallagarten, Gothenburg 401 25
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 61 56 90
9. Opera House - Classical arts
Show moreThe elegant new Opera House was opened by the Swedish king in 1994 and features theatre, opera, operettas, musicals, and ballet performances. It's situated right on the dock with views over the water, and there are bars and a café in the lobby.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Christina Nilssons Gata, Gothenburg 411 04
Telephone
+46 (0) 31 108 000
