It’s not often you find a laid-back city with Michelin-starred restaurants, trendy districts, culture, and easy access to an archipelago.

The inside guide to Gothenburg, Sweden’s stylish second city. As the coastal city marks its 400th birthday in 2023, explore its new districts, lesser-known eateries and picturesque archipelago.

History and Luxury Collide in Gothenburg, Sweden. By ABC News. October 15, 2016, 12:27 PM. Pigalle Hotel in Gothenburg, Sweden. Courtesy ESS Group.

Gothenburg: Sweet on Sweden. ... Apart from the oysters, Karingo can also organise lobster fishing trips. The local restaurant, Peterson’s Krog (0046 304 56019), is well worth a visit.