West Sweden for families

Things to do with the family in West Sweden

Holidays are more fun when the whole family enjoys them – and in West Sweden there’s plenty to keep even the youngest travellers happy. From child-friendly attractions and fun activities to relaxing moments in nature, you’ll find endless ways to spend quality time together. Go cycling, hiking or paddling, and discover the forests, lakes and coastlines that make this region a natural playground.

Explore nature together

Hike, cycle or paddle – experience Swedish nature with the family.

Island hopping for the whole family

The coast draws adventurous families like a magnet. There’s always something to do, whether you like to swim, paddle a kayak, go exploring or fish crabs straight from the rocks.

Father and daughter taking a break to look at the view.

Cycling with children

Explore West Sweden on two wheels

A group of young children standing on a pier next to a body of water.

With Stubborn Mule in West Sweden

This British tour operator offers a tailor-made family holiday where you can discover Sweden’s west coast by boat, go crabbing and also visit Gothenburg and Dalsland.

Stubborn Mule Travel

With Regent Holidays in West Sweden

This British tour operator offers a tailor-made family outdoor adventure, combining Gothenburg and its beautiful archipelago with a visit to Läckö Castle. Along the way, you’ll enjoy paddling, cycling and other experiences in the great outdoors of West Sweden.

Regent Holidays

With KE Adventure in West Sweden

The British tour operator offers a tailor-made family holiday. Three days of sea kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking and yoga make this the ultimate summer adventure

KE Adventure

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Woman and two kids on a dressin bicycle.

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Fun for the whole family

See exotic felines in our animal parks, stroke a ray in Lysekil, or look for gold in Karlsborg. Perhaps a kayaking adventure or a swim in an adventure pool with breath-taking water slides? Let the children have fun, it’s holiday-times after all!

Activities for families

Gothenburg for kids

Pick and choose between highlights like the amusement park Liseberg, the experimental science centre Universeum or the riverside aquarium at the Maritime Museum.

Family friendly campsites

Great activities suitable for all ages.

More accommodations

Spend a night in a treehouse, at a hotel, at a campsite, in a castle, or at a B&B – the choice is yours

Last updated on: 5 June 2025