Hjortviken Country Club

Universeum

Take your children or children at heart on a visit to Universeum. It's a perfect place to spend the day exploring the various science exhibits, some of Europe's largest aquariums, experimentarium and an entire rainforest!

Universeum is located in the centre of Gothenburg and is the largest science centre in the Nordic countries, with 7 floors.

Liseberg Amusement Park

Find a cheap holiday in Sweden and visit the lovely city of Gothenburg on a family self-drive holiday with Risskov. When you think of Gothenburg, you immediately think of Liseberg. It is the largest amusement park in the Nordic countries and offers plenty of experiences for the whole family. In spring, for example, you can enjoy western Sweden's largest garden fair, Lisebergs Trädgårdsdagar. Throughout the summer, there are plenty of rides, attractions and entertainment, as well as the famous and cuddly Liseberg rabbits. You can also enjoy a meal at one of the park's many restaurants or cafés.

Experiencing Liseberg is a must - regardless of age. Find child-friendly hotels and plan a cheap summer holiday to Gothenburg and surroundings with Risskov.

Christmas market in Liseberg

The Liseberg Christmas Market in Gothenburg is the largest of its kind in Scandinavia. Every year, the amusement park in the centre of Gothenburg is transformed into a true Christmas adventure, where millions of twinkling lights, Christmas trees and rides attract people from all over the Nordic countries. The magical and authentic atmosphere is best compared to Tivoli in Copenhagen.

Liseberg Christmas Market is divided into different sections under the themes, Winterland, Christmas with the Rabbits, Santa's Workshop, Lapland, Traditional Christmas Market and Medieval Village.

Inside the park you can explore the 70 stalls where you can buy crafts and enjoy local delights such as herring, Lapland reindeer meat and hot mulled wine, while the kids enjoy the myriad of fun activities.

Gothenburg Art Museum

It doesn't hurt to start by saying that Gothenburg Art Museum has three stars in the Michelin Guide. The museum houses perhaps the world's finest collection of National Romantic art signed in the 19th century by Scandinavians including Edvard Munch, Anders Zorn, P. S. Krøyer and Carl Larsson.

Gothenburg Art Museum is located on Götaplatsen, the city's high-culture centre, just a stone's throw from the theatre and concert hall where Sweden's national orchestra is based.

Borås

Borås offers both city life and rural idyll, as well as a wide range of activities, culture and beautiful nature. Borås offers many outdoor activities whether you are on a summer or winter holiday. Go hiking, discover the ski slopes, go fishing or how about a kayak trip?

Borås is best known for its textile industry and public art. Take the opportunity to discover the city's museums, Borås Art Museum, the Textile Museum and Borås Museum. The city centre is also filled with hundreds of sculptures and impressive murals.

If you're visiting Borås in the summer, it's a good idea to bring your swimwear. There are a number of lovely places where you can swim with a sandy beach or with green areas. Some of the best bathing spots are Kypesjöns, Sandared and Frufällan.

The city has a total of 14 parks and green areas with 160 playgrounds, the largest of which is Stadsparken. Here you can take a stroll or let the kids play in the large playground with entertainment for everyone. In summer you can also take a dip in the Stadsparksbad.

Museum in Borås

Borås is known for its close ties to the textile industry, fashion and mail order. The city also has an interesting history and can offer a number of cultural experiences such as a visit to the museums Borås Kunstmuseum, Tekstilmuseet and Borås Kulturhistoriske Museum.

The Textile Museum is part of the Borås Textile Fashion Centre and a leading art museum in the Nordic region. Here you can visit the exhibitions Textilchock! and Textile Power exhibitions, and learn more about the textile industry and its history.

Borås Art Museum is located in Kulturhuset and houses several national and international works of art. Here you will find everything from modern art to an interactive art workshop.

Borås Cultural History Museum is an open-air museum with historic buildings, green areas and a museum. Stop by Sjuhards village and Ramnakyrkan church, which dates back to the 17th century, and finish the day with a coffee at Café Gästis. In summer, you can go on a picnic and dance around the maypole. In winter you can go sleigh riding and visit the Christmas market.

The Paddan Boats

Find a cheap holiday in Sweden at Risskov and get away on adventures in Gothenburg. A great way to experience the city is to take a guided tour on the Paddan boats and see Gothenburg from the water. The Paddan boats are hop-on-hop-off boats that take you around the canal system and harbour. The boats are available in the warmer seasons, but there are also special departures around Christmas.