Backa Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Liseberg Amusement Park featuring rides

Liseberg Amusement Park

Take a day to experience the fun of this inner-city theme park with its gardens, classic fair rides and Europe’s tallest free fall.

Liseberg Amusement Park
Nordstan Shopping Center

Nordstan Shopping Center

4/5(3 reviews)

During your visit to Gothenburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nordstan Shopping Center. Experience the area's museums and live music.

Nordstan Shopping Center
Universeum showing marine life and interior views as well as a small group of people

Universeum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Spend a day of fun in Gothenburg’s science centre, where you can see monkeys in an indoor rain forest, take a lie detector test and climb a Velcro wall.

Universeum
Slottsskogen

Slottsskogen

Explore the great outdoors at Slottsskogen, a lovely green space in Gothenburg. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.

Slottsskogen
Gothenburg University

Gothenburg University

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Gothenburg University during your visit to Gothenburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Gothenburg University
Botanic Gardens showing a park

Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Go for a stroll and enjoy a picnic among rare plant species, greenhouse collections and arboretums in these expansive gardens.

Botanic Gardens

Activities

Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

AU$61
per adult
Go City: Gothenburg All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour

AU$51
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Land & Water Amphibious Bus Sightseeing Tour
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket

AU$41
per adult
Gothenburg: Universeum Entry Ticket
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gothenburg: Haga Old Town Walking Tour
Gothenburg Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

Gothenburg Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

AU$33
per traveller
Gothenburg Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game
Gothenburg Night Life With pickup and Local Guide

Gothenburg Night Life With pickup and Local Guide

AU$273
per adult
Gothenburg Night Life With pickup and Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Backa Hotel Deals

Treetop Spa Hangout & Hotel
Treetop Spa Hangout & Hotel
3 out of 5
Gamla Lillhagsvägen 127, Hisings Backa, Västra Götalands län
The price is AU$97 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Hisings Backa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Liseberg Amusement Park and Nordstan ...
7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)
"Spa and restaurant were both closed the Friday evening that we spent here, which was disappointing. Instead, we visited a couple breweries in the area. The receptionist was wonderful and very helpful! The hotel itself was clean and had a cool forest theme inside. Would recommend for a spa getaway, ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2023

Treetop Spa Hangout & Hotel
Gothia Towers & Upper House
Gothia Towers & Upper House
4.5 out of 5
Mässans Gata 24, Gothenburg
The price is AU$173 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,191 reviews)
"Very nice and fun"

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2025

Gothia Towers & Upper House
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
4 out of 5
Herman Lindmans Torg 1, Gothenburg, Västra Götaland
The price is AU$218 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,926 reviews)
Fabulous unique stay
"Absolutely amazing stay. Unique hotel, very beautifully decorated. Breakfast buffet was great, lots of healthy options and amazing fresh bread. Staff were incredibly friendly. Hotel brimming with happy families and children , loved them wondering around in pjs in the evening. Will definitely be ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Liseberg Grand Curiosa Hotel
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
4 out of 5
Södra Hamngatan 59, Gothenburg
The price is AU$164 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,422 reviews)
"Great hotel and great service"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
4.5 out of 5
Drottningtorget 10, Gothenburg
The price is AU$200 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,746 reviews)
"Great hotel in a fantastic location. Outside rooftop pool was an experience in January!"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2025

Clarion Hotel Post, Gothenburg
Clarion Hotel Draken
Clarion Hotel Draken
4 out of 5
Olof Palmes Plats 2, Gothenburg
The price is AU$178 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gothenburg. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,876 reviews)
Beautiful, comfortable new hotel
"Beautiful new hotel with plenty of unique areas to enjoy throughout the building. While modern, the hotel was very comfortable & cozy."

Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025

Clarion Hotel Draken
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Other neighbourhoods around Backa

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Gamlestaden

Check out the museums while you're in Gamlestaden. Hop on the metro at Beväringsgatan Tram Stop and Kviberg Tram Stop to see top sights like Göta Canal and Gothenburg Sports Museum.

Gamlestaden
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Lundby

4/5(1 area review)

Bars, river views and spas highlight some notable features of Lundby. Make a stop by Backaplan or Frihamnen while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Wieselgrensplatsen Tram Stop or Rambergsvallen Tram Stop to get around town.

Lundby
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Kviberg

If you're spending time in Kviberg, check out sights like Skidome or Gothenburg Sports Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kviberg Tram Stop or Beväringsgatan Tram Stop.

Kviberg
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Stampen

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Stampen. If sightseeing is on the list, Queen's Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Ullevi Norra Tram Stop or Svingeln Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Stampen
City Museum which includes interior views

Nordstaden

If you're spending time in Nordstaden, check out sights like Nordstan Shopping Center or Gustav Adolf Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lilla Bommen Tram Stop or Brunnsparken Tram Stop.

Nordstaden
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Lindholmen

While visiting Lindholmen, you might make a stop by sights like Göta Canal and Lindholmen Science Park.

Lindholmen

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