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Top reasons to choose Gothenburg

A well experienced host city
In Gothenburg you can count on extraordinary organization and support. Gothenburg has a long tradition of arranging large world congresses as well as small exclusive meetings. Talented, professional and committed staff is eager to assist and do what it takes to make your meeting a success.
 
Leading European venues
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The Gothenburg Convention Centre, with the 704 room Gothia Hotel, is the largest in Scandinavia. However only one of the many top class venues Gothenburg presents. In Gothenburg as well as in the surrounding archipelago there are numerous charming hotels and conference facilities for meetings of all sizes and formats.
 
Convenient locations
The main convention centre and numerous other venues are situated in the heart of the Gothenburg. And in the city centre, that mainly revolves around the grand boulevard Avenyn, you will find everything you need within walking distance. A multitude of hotels, restaurants and exciting entertainment attractions within timesaving easy reach will facilitate your stay and help to make more of your time.
 
Top class accommodations
Contemporary design, charming maritime atmosphere, big or small, whatever your preference, there’s no need to compromise. Gothenburg has a broad selection of hotels and you can be sure to find accommodations that will meet your requirements and provide guests with a pleasurable retreat.
 
Supreme gastronomy
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The west coast region is especially recognized for its selection of fine fish and fresh seafood. Gothenburg is internationally acclaimed as a world-class gastronomic destination. Here you will find the finest gourmet restaurants.  For a city its size, there’s a remarkably large number of star chefs constantly exceeding expectations with creative culinary delights.
 
World class attractions and incentives
As Gothenburg is a great entertainment city, naturally there are plenty of world-class incentives and attractions to pick and choose. The amusement park Liseberg is a popular destination as well as the renowned arenas Scandinavium and Ullevi that offer a variety of events and entertainment activities. Gothenburg is also a city with a broad selection of culture attractions. Besides the many interesting museums and culture institutes, a must is the new contemporary opera house. An impressive landmark that offers world-class opera, ballet, and musicals. To top all this, there is the city’s legendary nightlife that includes everything you can expect, and more, of a vibrant easygoing city of Gothenburg’s calibre.
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Official Guide for Gothenburg