Overview
Spanning 175 hectares, the Gothenburg Botanical Garden is one of Europe's largest, growing over 16,000 plant species. Themed sections include a Japanese garden, rock garden, herb garden, and bamboo grove. Spring brings 10,000+ tulips and daffodils, while summer fills with roses and lavender. The adjoining nature reserve has wild forest trails and lakes for a real escape into nature. Free admission to gardens (greenhouse about SEK 20). Trams 1/2/7/8 to Botaniska stop.
Travel Tips
Free admission, most beautiful in spring and summer. Don't miss the nature reserve trails.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Gothenburg, Sweden from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Sweden on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Gothenburg Botanical Garden
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Haga District
A charming Gothenburg neighbourhood lined with 19th-century wooden buildings and cafés.
📍 1.6km away
Feskekôrka (Fish Church)
A church-shaped fish market from 1874, selling the freshest seafood.
📍 2.2km away
Kungsportsavenyn (Avenyn)
Gothenburg's main avenue, lined with restaurants, bars, and museums.
📍 2.4km away
Things to Do in Gothenburg
Gothenburg Archipelago Day Trip
Ferry from Gothenburg to car-free archipelago islands (Styrsö, Brännö). Optional fresh seafood lunch and cycling. Ferry round trip about SEK 75 (EUR 7)
Liseberg All-Day Pass
Entry + unlimited rides at Liseberg, Scandinavia's largest amusement park. Winter Christmas market season is especially recommended. All-day pass about SEK 525 (EUR 47)
Gothenburg Canal Boat Tour
Paddan ('little swan') boat tour from Kungsportsbron. 50 minutes covering canal and harbor highlights. About SEK 195 (EUR 17)