Autumn half-term in Gothenburg – 10 ideas for the whole family

Not sure what to do during autumn half-term? We’ve gathered a range of ideas to make it a little easier to keep both older and younger children entertained.

Celebrate Halloween at Liseberg

One of the most obvious choices on the list is to visit Liseberg for its Halloween celebrations. The park is open throughout October, offering rides, scares and cosy autumn fun.

Build and play at World of Volvo

Just a stone’s throw from Liseberg is our next suggestion: World of Volvo. Build with Lego, play games, go on a treasure hunt or let your children test their driving skills – World of Volvo also has several family activities during the break.

Gentle scares with Alfons Åberg

For younger children, Alfons Åbergs Kulturhus could be a fun option. Here you’ll find a mix of ghosts, bats, children’s theatre and cosy fun with just the right amount of spookiness.

Underground aircraft adventures

Aeroseum is also organising special activities during the break, and, as always, you can see a wide range of aircraft and helicopters in the large hangar carved into the rock.

Find events for the whole family

There’s plenty happening around Gothenburg during autumn half-term, from concerts and shows to family performances and stand-up comedy. Take a look at all the events in Gothenburg here and see if there’s something to suit your family!

Visit Universeum

At Universeum you can experience Halloween with a scientific twist. Solve mysteries, see animals both large and small, and learn more about some of nature’s scarier sides.

Meet the animals at Göteborgs naturhistoriska museum

Göteborgs naturhistoriska museum offers several activities during autumn half-term. Here, children and adults can discover animals, skeletons and fascinating objects from the museum’s extensive collections.

Celebrate Día de Muertos at Världskulturmuseet

Another recommendation when it comes to museums is to pay a visit to Världskulturmuseet. The museum has chosen to mark the Mexican holiday Día de Muertos, offering everything from crafts to workshops and activities.

Go on a spy mission at Maritiman

At Maritiman, puzzles and secret missions await during autumn half-term. Solve riddles together and take the opportunity to explore the museum’s ships, submarine and marine lab.

Discover the secrets of the sea

At Sjöfartsmuseet Akvariet, you’ll find an autumn half-term full of marine life and fascinating animals. Explore the aquarium, learn more about sharks and sea monsters, and take part in creative activities. What’s more, children and young people under 20 get free admission.