A day out from Gothenburg

Västtrafik is a public transport company in Western Sweden responsible for services involving buses, trams, ferries and trains in the County of Västra Götaland (with the exception of some long-distance express coach routes and the X-2000 train). 

Gunnebo House and Gardens
Eighteenth century Gunnebo House & Gardens is considered one of the foremost neo-classical country estates in Northern Europe. The house boasts three styles of gardens: kitchen garden, formal garden and landscaped parkland.
 
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Besides the beautiful house and gardens, Gunnebo also has a restaurant and a coffee house that rely on home-grown organic produce from the kitchen garden, for all of the food served. Gunnebo is part of the Taste of West Sweden scheme and a perfect excursion from Gothenburg, just 15 minutes away from the city. Take tram number 4 to Mölndal and change to direct busses to Gunnebo House & Gardens. 
 

The Nordic Watercolour Museum in Skärhamn
Tucked into a rocky promontory, the angular red edifice sits at the island’s edge, as undisturbed as its gentle waters. The museum serves as a Nordic centre for contemporary art, research and training with the emphasis firmly placed on techniques of watercolour art.
 
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The museum is as exciting gastronomically as it is visually. Vatten restaurant (a member of the Taste of West Sweden scheme) offers fantastic food, breathtaking views, and the choice of cosy indoor or open-air jetty dining. This exhibition allows a combination of cultural and culinary excellence in one short visit. The museum is located in the fishing village of Skarhämn, on Tjörn island, easy to get to both by bus from Gothenburg Central Station or by car . 

Marstrand and Carlsten’s Fortress
Marstrand is one of the most famous towns on the Bohuslän coast, and is renowned for its intense boating culture, Carlsten’s Fortress and its history as a playground for royals.
 
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The island of King Oscar II has been a summertime gathering place for boaters and party lovers since the 19th century, but its greatest charm is probably the beautiful wooden architecture of the town. At the beginning of July, Marstrand hosts the Swedish Match Cup – a competition that attracts some of the world’s best sailors. Also, Volvo Ocean Race, formerly the Whitbread Round the World Race, comes to Marstrand during 10-14 June. Marstrand is located about one hour from Gothenburg and there are buses leaving from Central Station. 

The Gothenburg Archipelago
There are several islands in the Gothenburg archipelago. Vrångö, Brännö, Styrsö, Vargö and the other inhabited isles each have their own charm. All of the islands in the south are free of cars, and there are plenty of paths between the fishing cottages and wonderful bathing rocks. Take a tram within Gothenburg to Saltholmen and continue by a local ferry to the southern archipelago. Travel free with the Göteborg Pass, otherwise it costs the same as a tram ride.