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The Maritime Museum & Aquarium in Gothenburg is a museum about life under, above and at the water surface. Visitors to the museum can learn about Nordic and tropical waters and their fascinating sea life. The exhibition '400 years of Swedish shipping', includes objects from the Swedish American Line, sailor memories of life on board and stories from the port city of Gothenburg. Other exhibitions include 'the City along the waterfront' and 'T/S Supertuben', an interactive exhibition where visitors can explore the sea and shipping.

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#3 Nature & Natural History in Gothenburg #2 Maritime museums in Gothenburg #38 Nature & Natural History in Sweden #5 Maritime museums in Sweden #119 Nature & Natural History in Scandinavia #11 Aquariums in Scandinavia #37 Maritime museums in Scandinavia #112 Aquariums in Europe

#3 Nature & Natural History in Gothenburg #2 Maritime museums in Gothenburg #38 Nature & Natural History in Sweden #5 Maritime museums in Sweden #119 Nature & Natural History in Scandinavia #11 Aquariums in Scandinavia #37 Maritime museums in Scandinavia #112 Aquariums in Europe
Maritime Museum & Aquarium
Karl Johansgatan 1-3
414 59 Gothenburg

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 20:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00

The museum is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May 1, Midsummer’s Eve and Midsummer’s Day.

On public holidays when the museum is open and the day before public holidays, the museum closes at 5 pm.

Admission

0 – 20Free
63+SEK 110.00
Students with IDFree

Single entry adults 65 kronor (only valid at Sjöfartsmuseet)

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Karl Johansgatan 1-3, Gothenburg

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Exhibitions

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Maritime Museum & Aquarium Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Maritime Museum & Aquarium in Gothenburg offers visitors a mix of maritime history and marine life exhibits. The museum features displays on Swedish naval history, including ship models and maritime artifacts. The aquarium section houses various marine species, providing an educational experience for visitors of all ages. While some visitors appreciate the historical exhibits and the opportunity to see local marine life, others feel that the museum could benefit from updates and more interactive displays. The aquarium, though smaller compared to standalone facilities, is generally well-received, especially by families with children. The museum's location in the heart of Gothenburg is convenient, but some visitors note that the content may not justify an extended visit for everyone. Overall, it provides a decent overview of Gothenburg's maritime heritage and local marine ecosystem, though it may not be a top attraction for all tourists.

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