The Botanical Garden in Gothenburg is one of the largest in Europe and the most beautiful in Sweden boasting about 13,000 different species of plant. The area covers 175 hectares (432 acres), most of which is a nature reserve including an arboretum. Pride of the garden is the Rock Garden, but other worthwhile areas to visit include the Japanese Glade, the Rhododendron Valley and the greenhouses.

Address: Carl Skottsbergs Gata 22A

Website: www.gotbot.se

Telephone: (0)31 741 1100

Transport: Tram 1, 7, 8 or 13 to Botaniska Trädgården stop

Opening times: Daily 9am to sunset.

Admission: Voluntary admission to the garden is SEK 20. A fee of SEK 20 is charged for entry to the greenhouse.