The guide to activities in Gothenburg

Combine a game of boules with French-inspired food and a beer or something else from the bar. There are 14 bookable boules lanes here and plenty of Mediterranean vibes for beginners and boules veterans alike. Instructors are on hand if you want to learn the rules or some new tricks. Sociable and fun for families, groups of friends and colleagues alike.

Do you dream of taking off on a road trip across the US? If that's not an option right now, Star Bowling is a handy alternative. Challenge your pals to bowling, shuffleboard, billiards, slot car racing, virtual race or a rodeo battle. Then reload with a serious American feast inspired by small food joints along that fantasty road trip route.

Ever wanted to be a character in your favourite video game? At Teamtastic that's exactly what you get to be. Jump right into a video game and face a range of challenges that will put your team spirit to the test. Great fun to do with a group of friends - or why not challenge your whole family?

Slice can be described as a more adult version of a youth centre. Gather all your friends for a ping pong or beer pong tournament, accompanied by freshly baked pizza and a refreshing drink from the bar - all in a neon-lit nightclub-style setting. A fun activity for friends as well as colleagues or a date.

It's not just on the screens that sports are played at Grace Sports Bar; guests can challenge each other and create their own sporting moments on the mini golf course or at the digital dart board. Every Wednesday there's a quiz in the bar, where laughs and prizes are promised. Combine with a cocktail at the bar or dinner with Italian-American flavours.

The motto at Kappa Bar is "We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing", so it should come as no surprise that gaming is the focus here. The venue is full of computers and TV screens where you can play all sorts of games, digitally or as board games, and they also organise quizzes and competitions for groups.

O'Learys is probably best known for their American food and sport shown on big screen, but at O'Learys Södra Bowling you can also try your hand at bowling, shuffleboard and VR. Gather together family and friends, or why not organise a hen or stag do or work kick-off here?

Step into a world you didn't know existed, filled with magical beings and enchanted objects. In Paladia's escape rooms, you can go in search of magical treasure, or try to find new dragons for the magic school. The activity is equally suitable for families as a group of friends or for kickoffs with colleagues

At Underground Golf Club, minigolf has been given a completely new, nightclub-like backdrop. The classic activity is combined with neon lights, smoke machines and other rather surprising elements, as well as an elegant restaurant serving wood-fired pizza and drinks. A concept that attracts groups of friends, colleagues and couples alike. The week concludes with Family Sunday, where children are also welcome.

Do you want enjoy a slightly different kind of wine tasting? Then why not try "drink and draw", one of Taysta's numerous food and drink experiences. Dive deep into the world of wine under the guidance of a knowledgeable sommelier who tells interesting anecdotes, while letting your creativity flow on the canvas - and toasting in a carefully selected wine. Just as much fun on a first date as with a best friend.

This popular activities spot in the heart of Gothenburg city centre works just as well for families as for groups of friends and colleagues. If you want to play seriously you can book an instructor for tips and tricks. The bistro menu includes pizza, burgers and thirst-quenching drinks.

Historic Biljardpalatset has more than 30 billiard table and 19 shuffleboards where you can challenge your family, friends or colleagues to an exciting game. Their billiard tables are international competition standard and have been signed by many international celebrities in the billiards world. Their shuffleboards maintain the same high standard and are made so you can play like the pros. If you want to eat dinner afterwards, head to Biljardpalatset's own restaurant, BP Brasserie.

Le Pub's laid-back, rustic premises on Nordhemsgatan holds well-priced happy hour drinks all week making it a perfect spot to hang out. They also arrange beer tastings, with or without accompanying food from the bistro menu.

At the Museum of World Culture, visitors young and old can easily spend a whole day immersed in culture. The museum houses vast collections and exhibitions of various objects that depict the diversity and history of humanity. The museum regularly organises debates, discussions, and other cultural events. Make sure to visit the museum shop and enjoy a meal at the restaurant Tabla.

Bowling is an activity that never seems to go out of style, and at Gothenburg's largest bowling hall, players of all levels and ages are welcome to try their luck on the lanes. You can also enjoy shuffleboard, darts, and triathlon here. A place that works equally well for a date, family outing, or group of friends – especially when disco bowling is on offer.

Are you dreaming of heading off on a roadtrip across the USA? If that's not an option right now, Star Bowling is a good alternative a bit closer to home. Challenge your friends to bowling, shuffleboard, slot-car racing, VR or a rodeo battle on the mechanical bull. The restaurant serves hearty American fast food inspired by diners along that road-trip route.

At the Beach Center, they believe beach volleyball is the world's most fun sport - and they want to share this passion with others. Play with a group of friends, colleagues or family, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player. There are courts both outdoors and indoors, which required a whopping 2,500 tons of sand. As well as beach volleyball, you can play shuffleboard or enjoy food and drinks in the Beach Cuisine restaurant, or in the outdoor bar in the summertime.

Teamfabriken in Nääs Fabriker creates interactive activities for groups of friends and colleagues alike. Teamwork is the name of the game here, working together to solve tasks and collect points. Every challenge takes place in a unique environment, with technology and props. Mix cocktails in “Bartender” or collect mushrooms in “Super Mario”.

Set aside any preconceived ideas and let your creativity flow instead, as A'mon brings out easels, paint, brushes – and wine. They organise paint and sip events where your imagination is given free rein, all while sipping on a glass of wine. You can either join their open events or book them for private or corporate events.

Interested in beer? Then Majornas Bryggeri is the place to be. They brew everything from ale to German pilsner, and all their beers are unfiltered, unpasteurised and vegan. Take a deep dive into the world of beer by going on a day course, beer tasting or a guided tour of the brewery. 

If you want to reach new heights, this activity is a guaranteed winner. Throw yourself out into Bodyflight's wind from 24 metres and fly at speeds of up to 300 kilometres an hour. Experience the thrill of a parachute jump under safe conditions and far from an aeroplane.

This gigantic activity house has everything you could want for a successful stag or hen do, office party - or just a really action-packed day with your pals. Gather together the gang and get stuck into crazy wrestling matches in sumo costumes, or exciting team-building activities with work colleagues. They also organise children's parties, company dos and dinner events. There are showers and saunas on site.

JumpYard offers fast-paced activities for the whole family and all levels. Bounce around on the trampolines, tackle the ninja track or climb the Clip 'N Climb climbing wall. If you need to replenish your energy, you can take a break in the café, where pizza, pancakes and drinks are served.

For a fast-paced activity at high altitude, head to Klätterlabbet, which with its 1100 square metres is one of Sweden's largest climbing facilities. You can try everything from bouldering and rope walls to fingerboards and Roman rings here. Spider-Man or total novice - Klätterlabbet has courses for all levels and frequent try-out opportunities with knowledgeable instructors.

Test your bravery with a day out at High Adventure in Lexbyskogen in Partille. Enjoy thrilling climbing activities in beautiful natural surroundings.Choose from high ropes courses at different levels. As well as obstacle courses up among the treetops you can walk an 18-metre high ropeway. Guaranteed to be a memorable experience!

At Skidome, you can put on your cross-country skis and hit the trails – all year round. The 1.2 km indoor track at the multisport arena Prioritet Serneke Arena caters to all levels and is a delightful activity to enjoy either in a group or solo. All equipment is available for rent, and ski lessons and courses can also be booked.

The dense forests around Landvetter, just outside Gothenburg, smell of earth and pine needles. This modern shooting range recreates the feeling of being in an authentic hunting lodge and you join the 'hunt' of your choice by film simulator. If you don't have any previous experience you'll be given instructions and guidance before the hunt.

This activity works as well as a surprise gift to your mother-in-law as a truly unforgettable date. Drift high up above the city and its surroundings and discover Gothenburg from a new angle. You can choose which part of the city you'd like to float over.

Do you dare experience life onboard a battleship? How does it feel to live in a submarine? At the Maritime Museum you can experience life at sea without leaving land. The museum houses 13 ships from various periods of history and you can try out life at sea onboard them all. Take a journey through space and time onboard and learn about life out on the seven seas as well as at harbour. You can also organise children's parties here.

Countless families have visited Gothenburg with just one destination in mind - Liseberg. The city's famous amusement park is full of classics such as flume rides and carousels, along with newer adrenline-fuelled attractions. Choose the pass or ticket that suits you and stay all day. There are plenty of restaurants and food stands in the park for when you want to refuel.

Right in the middle of Gothenburg's equivalent of Central Park, Slottskogen, is Plikta playground. This incredibly popular meeting place for young families got a huge facelift in 2012, when swings, climbing frames and slides were all completely renovated. The playground is also accessible for children with impaired mobility. Next to the park there are public-use grills that are lit daily. The easiest way to get to the park is from Linnéplatsen. 

This is a great activity for playful adults or families with slightly older children. The mini-golf course in Slottskogen, by Linnéplatsen, offers an action-packed game in leafy park surroundings. Pause for refreshments in the nearby café. Or why not celebrate your victory with something nice to drink and enjoy the views over the pond.

Slottskogen has many delights, for both large and small visitors. At the top of a hilly walk you'll find Barnens Zoo. The kids can stroke Swedish heritage breeds, such as goats and pot-bellied pigs. Discover the joy of standing on a stool and watching as chicks hatch under heat lamps. Or visit the rabbits and their babies. There's also pony riding next to Barnens Zoo.

At one entrance to the Trädgårdsföreningen, the Garden Society of Gothenburg, a short walk from the central railway station, is the park's old seed store. This listed building now houses a creative cultural centre for children featuring the much-loved Swedish fictional character Alfons Åberg, or Alfie Atkins as he's called in English. The whole family can come here to discover and play. Alfie and his friends provide daily activities such as film viewings and various kinds of experiments. Meet granny, Millan and Mållgan and take a look inside the apartment building where Alfie lives. Everyone's welcome here and the house is adapted for children with special needs.

This vast indoor play palace has everything you could wish for under the same roof. Whether your children are really small, or larger and more demanding, you'll find most of their playtime desires can be met here. Dive into a ball pool, try out different sports or throw yourself down a thrillingly long slide. Tinies will love the baby corner and staff can help you arrange an action-packed children's party. There's a restaurant and café in the building and in between activities children and their parents can relax in the chill-out area.

Much of Gothenburg's special character is thanks to its coastal position and Dutch talent for town planning. Explore the city from the water and breathe in its history as you glide along the canal. Paddan boats offer various types of sightseeing tours and they're held in English and German, as well as Swedish.

If you want to experience Gothenburg from its saltiest side you should hop aboard one of the old archipelago boats and head out among the islands. Start the evening with a drink before it's time to take a seat in the pleasant dining room. For three hours you can enjoy a generous salmon and shellfish buffet, as the view outside changes throughout the evening. The shellfish cruise departs several times a week and onboard the M/S St Erik musical entertainment is part of the package. The ship, which was built in 1881, also offers brunch and Christmas buffet cruises and can hired for private events such as weddings.

Climb aboard Stinsen's little red train on Gustav Adolf Torg and begin your journey through Gothenburg's loveliest parts. The train driver stops at a number of spots along the way and if you've bought a day ticket you can hop on and off as much as you like. The tour takes you to Gothenburg's oldest quarter, Haga, a lively area full of independent restaurants and cosy restaurants. It also stops at Feskekörka, Kronhusbodarna and Gothenburg Opera House. The trip takes 40 minutes, if you choose to stay put from start to fiinish. Should it start raining (as it's wont to do in Gothenburg) the train is equipped with a rain cover.

Experience the city in a whole new way with City Escape Games, whose app takes you to both landmarks and hidden spots. Over a radius of around three kilometres, you'll solve riddles, tasks, and challenges to progress in the game and ultimately out through the secret doorways.  Play alone or with friends, and play against the clock or take it at your own pace.

Strömma Skärgårdsbåtar allows you to discover Gothenburg from the water. Take the boat from Lilla Bommen, by Nordstan, and after a 30 minute journey you'll get off at the historic fortress, Nya Älvsborgs Fästning. The trip includes a guided and dramatised tour of the fortress, from where Danes where held off from attacking the city in the 18th century. The fortress has played an important part in the city's history since the 1500s and in addition to historic vibes, you can also enjoy the wave-washed rocks in surroundings that have earned it a place in the Michelin Green Guide.

Join Eventligan on an spooky journey through time and space, where you get to meet Gothenburg's cruelest executioner, kings and other historical characters who lived in the city from the 17th century onwards. On a ghost walk, history comes to life and you get an experience as exciting as it is educational. Suitable for most ages - but it might be a good idea to bring someone to hold your hand

Gothenburg has several beautiful green areas and parks, and Trädgårdsföreningen, the Garden Society of Gothenburg, is one of the most popular. The park's many winding gravel paths make for romantic strolls. At the far end of the park you'll find the impressive Palmhuset, built in 1887. Inside this 1000 square metre greenhouse you can wander between several different tropical zones and the palatial building is a popular spot among art students. The park also includes a restaurant, café, shop and Alfons Åberg's Kulturhus.

Gothenburg's Botanical Garden boasts more than 16 000 plant species and cultivars and the entire park is 175 hectares. The park, which is one of Europe's largest botanical gardens, clearly demonstrates the wonder and diversity of nature. In addition to all the exciting plants outdoors, there's also a plant and butterfly house. The park arranges regular events from mushroom courses in the autumn to apple tastings and various courses. There's a shop next to the main entrance and a café further inside the park. 

This well-maintained castle is situated a short distance south of Gothenburg in Mölndal. The castle, with its surrounding parks, herb gardens and orangery, is a perfect outing for stressed-out city dwellers and tourists in need of a change of pace. You can join guided tours of the castle and private events such as weddings can also be held here. Gunnebo's Kaffehus serves freshly-baked organic and beautifully presented dishes in peaceful surroundings. Much of the salad, herbs and vegetables come from their own gardens right next to the café.

Active Minds offers unique conference activities and meeting concepts developed to expand and spread knowledge , at the same time as having fun. Using the latest psychological research, they've created modern concepts with challenges and competitions that will strengthen relationships and team spirit within your workplace.

This digital events company offers activities for kick-offs and teambuilding, designed to enable you to get to know each other better and have fun. The activities are completely digital, so team members can be remote or in the office. The options include everything from digital murder mysteries to tricky escape rooms. Many of the activities allow for teambuilding outdoors. 

This pass gives you admission to everything from museums to gardens, sightseeing tours and events. The perfect option if you want to 'do' the whole city. You can charge the card for 1-5 days' use and it even opens the doors to Liseberg, Universeum and public transport. Buy the pass at Gothenburg Tourist Office, or download it straight onto your phone.

Choose a card that gives you free access to all the city's public transport. You can buy cards valid for one or three 24 hr periods. The card allows you to take along four other travellers, completely free, as long as it's valid. Otherwise, you can always buy single tickets onboard most methods of transport, from the blue ticket machines. Pay by cash or credit card. You can also pay for public transport on the Västrafik app.