What not to miss in Borås

Hotell Borås is located in the heart of Borås city centre, approximately 800 metres from the central station. Rooms are decorated in a cosy and relaxed art deco style that makes it easy to feel at home. The hotel's restaurant serves breakfast and dinner in Gustavian-style dining room.  

On the shores of the Viskan River, just a five-minute walk from the central station, is the Quality Hotel Grand. Rooms overlook the city centre or Stadsparken. The Social Bar & Bistro restaurant serves classic bistro dishes with a modern twist. Families can book one of the hotel's family rooms and you'll find shuffleboard and board games in the lobby. 

Scandic Plaza is located at the very top of the Plaza Tower, right in the centre of Borås, close to the university and the train station. Stay in modern and spacious hotel rooms, with shopping, restaurants, nightlife and attractions just around the corner. For those wishing to enhance their stay with some relaxation, there's a gym, sauna, and jacuzzi available.

In the heart of Borås is the modern city hotel Comfort Hotel Jazz. Stay amidst the hustle and bustle, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, and attractions. The hotel has access to both a gym and sauna, and every morning they serve a popular breakfast buffet featuring organic produce.

Hotel Solhem Park is located in the quiet residential area of Östermalm, approximately 1.5 kilometres from central Borås. The hotel has 66 rooms furnished in a comfortably modern style, as well as a gym and a sauna, and a garden with a terrace that invites pleasant gatherings when the sun's out. They serve a breakfast buffet every day and from Monday to Saturday you can enjoy dinner in the restaurant.

Café Viskan is always packed with people. Have something to eat, or swing by for a coffee break or a glass of wine after work. In the summer, you can settle down on the outdoor terrace facing Sandwalls plats and enjoy the sun, food, and lively atmosphere. Breakfast is served buffet style, and the lunch menu offers Mediterranean favourites.

Vinci can be found at Sandwalls plats in the heart of the city. Here you can indulge in Italian delicacies served in a luxurious yet cosy neighbourhood pub atmosphere. On Fridays and Saturdays, the bar tends to fill up with party-hungry guests, but even on weekday evenings, you can enjoy a pleasant bar vibe. In the summer, you can enjoy the sun, food, and buzz on the outdoor terrace.

Balthazar has something to suit every kind of occasion. Whether you're a large group, want to enjoy a tasting menu, have a drink at the bar, or savour a romantic dinner for two, you've come to the right place. The menu features influences from French cuisine, and both lunch and dinner are served in the restaurant. There's also a café and bakery where you can find croissants and sourdough bread, among other delights. If you fancy combining your visit with a fun activity, book in for a round or two of boules.

Just a few miles south of Borås, in Fritsla, Johan and Ulrika Arnell run their at-home restaurant Håll Käft & Ät in their own farm outbuilding. There's space for 20 people who are served seasonal, local tasting menus and drink packages around the restaurant's long communal table. A popular destination among both Fritsla locals and guests from further afield.

La Copita, a stone's throw from the Pinocchio sculpture, serves tapas and other Spanish delights. The restaurant has a family-friendly and cosy atmosphere, where you can enjoy your meal among candlelight. In the summer, you can hang out on the outdoor terrace with a view of Allégatan.

If you love burgers, don't miss Tugg Burgers. You'll find everything here from classics like "The Original" and cheeseburgers to both vegetarian and vegan options. If you want to try something new, there's the burger of the month, offering new flavours every month. The environment is designed to encourage social interaction and is the perfect place for an evening with friends or family.

Gujju celebrates Indian cuisine. The menu consists of smaller dishes designed to provide the best possible taste experience and are perfect for ordering a variety to share. Vegetarians will find plenty of vegetarian options to choose from. Dishes are served as soon as they're ready, taking guests on a shared journey filled with flavours, love, and passion.

Vito's is located in the heart of Borås with a beautiful view over Sandwalls plats. Their aim is to combine food and drinks with excellent service in charming surroundings. Enjoy both dinner and weekend brunch at Vito's, or why not hang out in the bar and try some of the exciting wines available by the glass. All food is prepared from scratch, using Swedish and often locally sourced ingredients.

At Thai Silk, you'll find traditional Thai dishes that have been given a modern, Western twist. Fresh herbs and spices are imported, to be used alongside quality meats from local producers. The menu is available both as an à la carte and as a four-course buffet.

X&Y has been a popular destination for party-hungry revellers since 2005. You're welcome here for everything from a drink to a whole night out. The venue features two dance floors where you can show off your best moves, and no fewer than four different bars where they mix up fabulous cocktails to quench your thirst.

At Lion Bar, you can enjoy beer, food and cocktails in classic pub surroundings. There's a wide selection of beers from the country's largest breweries as well as local microbreweries and imported favourites from around the world. Prefer a cocktail? There are knowledgeable bartenders on hand, ready to mix up your favourite drink. The menu includes dishes to suit all tastes made with high-quality, local ingredients.

At Wiser's, Canadian pub culture meets Borås with 50-100 different types of beer and a wide selection of whiskies that's continually expanding. If you get hungry, there's both a bar menu and a pub-inspired à la carte one.

Classic nightclub vibes mix with live music at Viva Nightclub. The club offers everything from DJs and large dance floors to bars and cold drinks. They also host regular events, featuring both live music and fun themes.

Brasseriet is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a proper night out. The restaurant offers a wide selection of dishes including meat, fish, and vegetarian options. The bar serves everything from an assortment of beers to white, rosé, and red wines, as well as cocktails. On weekends, you can end the night at the nightclub, where there's always a DJ on hand to provide a fun evening of dancing and music. Brasseriet also hosts various events, including quiz nights and karaoke nights.

At Café Bakgården, you're met with a warm and welcoming reception along with homemade, fresh baked goods. Come and enjoy a coffee break in the cosy and homely surroundings. They also serve homemade hot food every day.

On Allégatan in the heart of Borås, Café Tant Grön is one of Borås' oldest cafés, known for its child-friendly areas and delicious treats. They serve a wide range of homemade food, pastries, salads, and sandwiches. Indulge in delights such as cinnamon buns, fudge cake, and various berry pies. You will always find both gluten-free and lactose-free options available.

Café Orion is a legendary Borås café with origins that date all the way back to the 1930s. The classic café menu includes everything from salads and pies to sandwiches and cakes. There's something for everyone here, with plenty of both lactose-free and gluten-free options.

Rammefors Bakery & Café on Byttorps torg is one of Borås' oldest and most authentic bakeries. In the perfectly preserved 1950s surroundings, you'll find a wide selection of cakes, pastries, cookies, bread, sourdough bread, and pralines. There's also a popular little coffee hut.

Borås Zoo is one of Sweden's largest zoos and a perfect outing for the whole family. In this green oasis in the heart of the city, you'll encounter everything from large African animals to Nordic wildlife in as natural an environment as possible. The zoo is home to around 400 animals representing 45 different species, and also serves as a centre for species conservation, biodiversity, and research. Feel free to prepare by reading a bit about the different areas before your visit.

Navet is a place filled with experiences, challenges, and experiments, perfect for anyone curious who wants to discover how things work and relate to each other. At Navet Science Center, there's a whole world to explore, and you can actively participate and explore through experiments and exhibitions in technology, maths, and natural sciences. Plenty of adventures spread across two floors, making it an ideal outing for the whole family.

Stadsparksbadet has swimming activities for the whole family. Swim laps in the 25-metre pool, take part in swimming lessons and water training, or just swim and have fun together.

At Leos Lekland, children can have fun like never before. Activity's encouraged, and there are plenty of fun and exciting adventures to enjoy. Compete with friends on the Racing Slide, jump and play in the ball pit, or practice balance and motor skills on Leo's trampolines. For the youngest children, Mini World has everything the large playland has but in miniature.

Upzone Adventure Park is in a cosy forest area right next to Borås Zoo and Leo's Lekland. Climb high among the treetops, zipline through high ropes courses, swing in nets, balance on wires, and leap from tree to tree. You can also challenge your group in archery, climbing trees, duels, Escape Games, or in a Team Challenge. If you want a fun and exciting full day, you can combine several of the activities into one big adventure.

Laserdome is a fun activity filled with adrenaline and action. Between 2-20 participants can take part at the same time, either divided into teams or individually. The facility also has an arcade hall with over 60 different arcade games – everything from classic air hockey to racing and music games. For adults, there's a pinball hall where you can play pinball, billiards and shuffleboard.

Borås Escape Game has masses of exciting challenges suitable for everyone, from work colleagues looking for a fun outing together, to stag dos, hen parties, groups of friends, and families. Choose a challenge that suits you, split into teams, and solve problems together. 

Lundby Park is a multisport area focused on extreme sports. There's a concrete park, a parkour park, and bicycle tracks with jumps. There's also a skate hall where you can ride a skateboard, BMX, kickbike or climb. If you don't have your own equipment, you can rent skateboards, BMX and kickbikes on-site.

Trollstigen is a children's walking trail of approximately 1.7 kilometres featuring both smaller gravel paths and winding forest trails. Along the way, you'll accompany Kotte Mossmyr the troll in search of grandma in the Troll Forest, and encounter several exciting nature stations.

At Borås City Theatre, you can enjoy theatrical performances right in the heart of Borås. Art happens in the moment here, and the audience is often invited to actively participate in the performances in various ways. Everything from scenery to decor, attributes, props, costumes, sound, light, masks, and wigs are created under one roof in the theatre's workshops and studios. Visit the website to see which performances are currently on the programme.

The Textile Fashion Center has been home to textile production for almost 100 years. Today, it is a meeting place for creative activities within fashion, textiles, design, science, culture, innovation, and business. You're also welcome to visit and soak up the creative atmosphere for inspiration.

Street art is an integral part of the urban landscape in Borås – as evidenced by No Limit, for example. This large street art festival has been held several times and has resulted in around 40 mural paintings and installations found throughout central Borås. If you want to experience all the amazing art, there's an app you can download to your mobile and take out into the city for an art walk.

Hemsökt Museum is Sweden's first and only haunted museum. You can experience supposedly haunted items such as the ouija board from the Kristallen award-winning TV show Ghost Hunting. You'll also find Sweden's first physical ghost hunting shop with great deals on both equipment and clothing.

Sagateatern entertains with everything from music to stand-up and family performances. You'll also find a lovely restaurant and a cosy foyer bar. Visit the website to see what's on right now.

The Textile Museum is one of the leading museums in the Nordics for textiles and fashion. You can explore everything from clothing to fabrics and textile machines here. You'll find both their permanent exhibition Textile Power, which tells the story of textile production, and various temporary exhibitions on fashion, design, art and craft, technology, smart textiles, research and sustainability.