Comparison · Gothenburg vs Stockholm · Sweden
Gothenburg vs Stockholm
Two great trips, different strengths. Here is how they compare on the things that decide it.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Choose Gothenburg for Liseberg, Southern archipelago and free sights; choose Stockholm for Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Day-to-day costs are similar, and the two are about 397 km apart.
Key facts
- Distance apart
- 397 km
- Less expensive
- About the same
- Best time for Gothenburg
- May–August
- Best time for Stockholm
- May–September
Side by side
| Gothenburg | Stockholm | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sweden | Sweden |
| Known for | Liseberg, Southern archipelago and Shrimp sandwiches | Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum and Archipelago |
| Best time to visit | May–August | May–September |
| Ideal stay | 3 days | 4 days |
| Mid-range budget per day | $170–$300 | $180–$320 |
| Cost level | Expensive | Expensive |
| Warmest month | July, 21°C (70°F) | July, 24°C (75°F) |
| Coldest month | January, 2°C (36°F) | January, 1°C (34°F) |
| Free sights in our guide | 9 | 6 |
| Day trips in our guide | 6 | 7 |
| Beaches | Vrångö | Långholmen |
| Airports | GOT | ARN, BMA, NYO |
Which one is right for you?
Choose Gothenburg for…
Liseberg, Southern archipelago and free sights. Gothenburg is Sweden's second city and Scandinavia's largest port, laid out by the Dutch in the 17th century around a star-shaped moat and canals that still frame the centre. Green and yellow trams link the Liseberg amusement park, the boulevard of Avenyn…
Choose Stockholm for…
Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Stockholm is built across 14 islands where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic, so water and ferries are part of every day. The medieval lanes of Gamla Stan lead to the Royal Palace, the museum island of Djurgården holds the Vasa warship, Skansen and ABBA The…
Top sights compared
| # | Gothenburg | Stockholm |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liseberg | Gamla Stan and Stortorget |
| 2 | Southern archipelago islands | Vasa Museum |
| 3 | Haga and Haga Nygata | Skansen |
| 4 | Skansen Kronan | Royal Palace |
| 5 | Slottsskogen | Stockholm City Hall |
Food compared
| Gothenburg | Stockholm |
|---|---|
| Shrimp sandwich | Swedish meatballs |
| Cinnamon bun | Cinnamon bun |
| Halv special | Gravlax |
| Langoustine | Pickled herring |
Which is cheaper?
Gothenburg and Stockholm cost about the same: a mid-range day is roughly $170–$300 in Gothenburg and $180–$320 in Stockholm (AMZBooking estimates, excluding flights). Gothenburg on a budget.
Can you visit both?
Yes. Gothenburg and Stockholm are about 397 km apart, so they combine well in one trip: allow 3 days in Gothenburg and 4 in Stockholm.
Questions travellers ask
+Is Gothenburg or Stockholm cheaper?
Neither is clearly cheaper: a mid-range day costs about $170–$300 in Gothenburg and $180–$320 in Stockholm (estimates).
+Is Gothenburg or Stockholm better for a first trip?
Pick Gothenburg for Liseberg, Southern archipelago and free sights, or Stockholm for Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum.
+How far is Gothenburg from Stockholm?
About 397 km in a straight line.