The Paddan Tour
Description
Experience Gothenburg from the water on the classic Paddan boat tour, one of the city’s most iconic sightseeing experiences. Departing from Kungsportsplatsen, the tour takes you through Gothenburg’s historic moat and 17th‑century canals, highlighting the city’s construction, defence and maritime heritage. With live guiding in Swedish and English, you’ll glide under 20+ low bridges and out toward the lively harbour. See traditional shipyards, the fishing harbour, and both modern and historic neighbourhoods. The open‑top boats offer panoramic views—so dress for the weather. This classic tour is ideal for exploring Gothenburg’s waterways and coastal character. Departures every 30–60 minutes from about 11:00–17:00. Timetable 2026 • Apr 3–26: Fri–Sun (extra Apr 2 & 6) • Apr 27–Sept 27: Daily • Oct 2–25: Fri–Sun • Oct 26–Nov 1: Daily
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Itinerary
The tour takes you under 20 bridges and out to the harbour.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Strollers are allowed on board when space permits, preferably collapsible.
- Service dogs must be certified and wear a harness or vest indicating they are on duty. All service dogs must be pre‑booked through our booking department.
- Passengers must descend a staircase (12 steps) and then a few additional steps to board the Paddan boat.
Reviews(77)
I’ve loved doing canal cruises in other cities, and I think the paddan tour is a great way to see much of Gothenburg in a short amount of time. The guide was very personable and I enjoyed hearing about the history of the city. It is a shorter tour (less than 1 hour), and for the price, I wish it was slightly longer.
Beautiful and interesting boat trip on Gothenburg's canals. Good guidance in English and Swedish. Very good sound so it was easy to get with everything the guide said. Recommended.
Hello Elmer, thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the Paddan tour and appreciated the guiding in both English and Swedish. Thank you for your recommendation and we hope to welcome you on board again soon! ☀️ Best regards, Stromma
It was a different kind of experience for a city tour. The tour guide also spoke excellent English.
Went on the tour with Sixten and it was beyond expectations!!! Such funny jokes and very knowledgeable.
Nice tour both for tour and activity on the canals. We went with the youths of 16 and 18 years, and the trip of 50 minutes was perfect for them too.
We greatly appreciate your review! It’s lovely to know that the 50-minute tour was suitable for the whole family ☀️ Best regards, Stromma.
Very pleasant tour through the canals of the old town and harbor. Pleasant as a first introduction to the city. Gied organized, professional guide.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the Paddan Tour ☀️ Best regards, Stromma.
Such a nice guided tour, through Gothenburg in the past and present. Guided tour with facts mixed with laughter by a skilled and knowledgeable guide, Sixten.
Tack så mycket för din fantastiska recension! Vi är glada att du uppskattade Paddan-turen på Säveån ☀️
Great Would definitely recommend this
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! ☀️ Best regards, Stromma.
Fun, warm & great way to explore Göteborg from boat. Great guides and captains who knows the city and are friendly and fun to listen to. Hop on and off is a great concept!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had a fun experience exploring Gothenburg by boat ☀️ Best regards, Stromma.
Absolutely lovely tour with a fantastic guide. Our guide Ted was both knowledgeable and very funny. Can highly recommend if you want to take a quiet and knowledgeable canal tour! (We took 50 min walk)
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Christine! We are glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience on The Paddan Tour with Ted as your guide ☀️ Best regards, Stromma.
