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Museum of Gothenburg
Gothenburg’s city museum follows the region from early settlement to the port and industrial city. Its former East India Company headquarters adds a visible setting to the historical displays.
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The museum gives the canals and commercial buildings outside a clearer story. The Äskekärr Viking ship and displays about trade connect local objects with journeys far beyond the city. It is a useful first museum for visitors who want to understand how Gothenburg became a maritime centre.
What to look for
The Äskekärr Viking ship
The eighteenth-century East India House
Useful to know
Visit before a walk beside the central canals to connect the displays with the city.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 60–120 min
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