Bordering on an archipelago famous for its natural beauty and with a river and canals running right through the center, Gothenburg is a city that’s perhaps best discovered from the water. Choose the option that’s just right for you from Stromma’s wide selection of boat sightseeing tours to experience the beauty of the Swedish west coast exactly the way you want to!
Hop On-Hop Off boat sightseeing
Join us on a Hop On-Hop Off sightseeing tour by boat to discover Gothenburg’s most beautiful sights from a whole new perspective and at your very own pace! The boat takes you on a tour of the top attractions of the city while our live onboard guide will tell you everything there is to know about them. Lean back and enjoy the ride by going on a full sightseeing tour or get on and off as much as you want at various stops to freely explore any sights that might pique your interest. For a complete all-in-one sightseeing experience, go for a combined Hop On-Hop Off bus and boat ticket. You can switch between Stromma’s buses and boats at several stops throughout the city to discover Gothenburg and its many attractions from the land and water precisely the way that suits you best.
Boat sightseeing tours
In addition to these Hop On – Hop Off tours, Stromma also offers various non-stop boat trips. Ride on the canals of Gothenburg’s inner-city center or go out into its famous archipelago – it’s all up to you! Our Paddan tour through Gothenburg takes you through the historic moat and canals to show you the most beautiful sights from the water. You will ride on our classic sightseeing boats that are built to give you a unique experience by passing right under the bridges of the city. These same charming boats are also used on our Paddan on the Säveån – this boat tour takes us through the city out to the river Saveån, famed for the lush vegetation and rich birdlife along its banks. Should you be in the mood for a longer boat sightseeing experience, the archipelago tour with a guide is perfect for you! Through the city, we take you out to the islands of Gothenburg’s archipelago while our live guide tells you all there is to know about the sights we pass.
Departure points in Gothenburg
The Paddan Tour departs from Kungsportsplatsen. Our boat sightseeing tours in the archipelago departs from Lilla Bommen. The Hop On Hop – Off boat stops at 5 different stops, including Kungsportsplatsen. Read more about our ticket shops and departure points >>
1. Kungsportsplatsen
2. Lilla Bommen
