Top Things to do in Vastra Gotaland County
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What to do and see in Vastra Gotaland County, West Coast: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden including Ramsvikslandet, Tivedens Nationalpark, Stangehuvud Naturreservat, No Limit Street Art Boras, Tjurpannans Naturreservat, Horticultural Gardens (Tradgardsforeningen), Delsjon, Botanical Garden, Slottsskogen, Southern Goteborg Archipelago.
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1. Ramsvikslandet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By johanekenstierna - Lund, Sweden
So beautiful trail and hike routes. I come back every year to the most beautiful part of Swedish archipelago. Visit this magic nature park!
2. Tivedens Nationalpark
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
3. Stangehuvud Naturreservat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By Bandit-One - Lucerne, Switzerland
We stayed nearby this area for a couple of days and really felt like walking that day. We parked on Drottninggatan close to the harbourfront. From there we entered the Reserve from the North (near the Marina). As soon as you go around the corner from the Marina you'll be quite surprised. You wouldn't expect such an impressive Reserve so close to a town. It's really just around the corner but feels like another world. The views are amazing and the rocks and rock formations impressive. We brought our dog with (an English Bulldog). She did amazingly well. Just at the very beginning on the Northern Entrance a few steps leading up were too big and steep, so we carried her quick. Later on there's an easy trail leading back to town. Or you can follow a tougher route (sometimes no route at all) leading towards the famous Fyrhuset. We had fun exploring the area as did our dog. Nice views and nature and it was just fun climbing around here. Sometimes taking a break - sitting on some rocks - to take in the amazing landscape. If you only need to park up to 4 hours, then there's a free parking lot just south of the Gullmarsgymnasiet. If you are around this area - even an hour or two away - be sure not to miss out on this terrific Nature Reserve.
4. No Limit Street Art Boras
5. Tjurpannans Naturreservat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By keithsZ8356VV
This short hike was recommended by Hannah while we waited to have our room cleaned. We arrived before check-in time. The hike was a terrific way to spend a couple of hours before we went into to Grebbestad for a late lunch. I would recommend this easy hike for anyone. The rocks are easy to move on and the path is well marked if you use the “red route”. Since there was a strong wind we got to see wonderful waves crashing over the rocks.
6. Horticultural Gardens (Tradgardsforeningen)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,065 reviews
Reviewed By I5999EYantonioc - Schaerbeek, Belgium
Beautiful park to hang out while sunny The botanical part with tropical plants is really nice to visit and to discover. I recommend to spend 1-2 hours there
7. Delsjon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
Reviewed By U9521WKstevenb - Kungalv, Sweden
My 11yo son and I followed Bohusleden to and through Delsjön Nature Reserve. What a beautiful area. There are many seperate trails that can be followed, as well as Bohusleden. The main paths are well marked and even surfaced. There are countless places to sit and ejoy the review around the lake, or to take swim and cool off. There is even a beach area and a wonderful place to fika (Kaffestugan Lyckan). In this same area you will also find bathrooms, fresh water and places to rent a canoe, or go fishing. There are several rest areas around the lake where you can have a picnic. This area is great for anyone who wants to be out for just a short walk, or spend the day.
8. Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,709 reviews
Welcome to one of the largest botanical gardens in Northern Europe. The cultivated part occupies 40 acres and holds about 12 000 species. It is a botanical garden with a strong emphasis on horticulture and the garden is divided into different sections linked by lawns with fine trees and shrubs. You will find a kitchen garden, a herb garden, perennial and annual borders, a Japanese glade, a rhododendron valley and a stunning rock garden with a waterfall. In the bulb garden you find species that are not grown anywhere else. The Greenhouses have more than 4 000 species including a large collection of orchids and carnivorous plants. The Eastern Island tree, extinct in its natural locality, is preserved here. The garden is bordering a nature reserve where also the arboretum is located.
Reviewed By Petersolare - Gothenburg, Sweden
A lovely garden with so many different plants and trees in one place. Springtime, summer, autumn, winter, worth visiting all year round. Nice cafe for a rest as well.
9. Slottsskogen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 970 reviews
Reviewed By Audrey2013_13 - Basel, Switzerland
Huge park on the outskirts of the city center. Parking (meter) available. Did not know what to expect. Absolutely huge, with large flat grass areas to relax, picnic or unwind, and forest areas. A free zoo in the middle allows you to see Gotland ponies, pingouins, sea lions, the famous moose and other Nordic animals. Very well done. There’s even a little petting zoo for children (closed at the moment due to corona). You can stop for an ice cream or waffle at a little cafe in the middle, or when you get to the end of the zoo there’s a much bigger restaurant that offers a lot more choices including savoury dishes. There’s also a great kids playground. Near the natural history museum.
10. Southern Goteborg Archipelago
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4.5 based on 1,126 reviews
Reviewed By lydiagiannakou
It is the perfect option for a sunny day. the trip to the islands of the southern archipelago is cheap and fast, and there are frequent ferry-trips all day long. Also, you have the option of island-hopping, where you can visit more than one islands in a day. I visited the island of Styrso, which was truly beautiful. If the weather allows it, make sure you carry a swimsuit, because there are also places at the island where you can anjoy a swim.
