Gothenburg Trip Cost Calculator

Gothenburg costs $100-170/day for budget travelers. Sweden's food capital with a stunning archipelago at your doorstep.

Budget
$100-170/day
Mid-Range
$200-330/day
Luxury
$450-900/day
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Feskekôrka (Fish Market)
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Haga District
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Southern Archipelago
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Liseberg Amusement Park
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Gothenburg Budget Guide

Your Gothenburg Budget at a Glance

Gothenburg is Sweden’s friendlier, foodier second city - home to excellent restaurants, a charming historic Haga district, and a stunning archipelago accessible by free ferries. Budget travelers can manage on $100-170 per day, mid-range travelers should expect $200-330 per day, and luxury seekers will spend $450+ per day.

Where Your Money Goes

Haga and archipelago are free to explore. Dagens lunch specials are great value. Dinners and drinks are expensive. Trams are the fun way to get around.

Budget Traveler Tips

Maximize your kronor by:

  • Eating dagens lunch specials
  • Taking free ferries to the archipelago
  • Walking the free Haga district
  • Embracing fika culture
  • Using the day transport pass

Money-Saving Tips

Dagens Lunch Specials

Weekday lunch specials €10-12 including salad bar and coffee.

Save $15-25 per lunch

Free Archipelago

Ferry to car-free islands included with day ticket.

Save Free day trip

Walk Haga for Free

Charming historic district costs nothing to explore.

Save Free entertainment

Fika is Cheaper Than Meals

Coffee and pastry for €8 can hold you over.

Save $10-15

Best Time to Visit

Prices can vary by 30% depending on the season

Peak Season (More Expensive)

  • June - August (summer)
  • Christmas season (December)

Low Season (Best Deals)

  • November - February
  • January

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a week in Gothenburg cost?
A week in Gothenburg costs $700-1,190 for budget travelers, $1,400-2,310 for mid-range, and $3,150+ for luxury travelers. This includes accommodation, food, transport, and activities.
Is Gothenburg expensive?
Gothenburg is expensive but slightly cheaper than Stockholm. Excellent food scene and archipelago access.
How many days in Gothenburg is enough?
2-3 days for the city. Add time for the southern archipelago islands.

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