The Poseidon statue in Götaplatsen Square, the cultural heart of the city.

The second largest city in Sweden, Göteborg is the perfect destination for culture, dining, shopping and entertainment. The city is undergoing a transformation from industrial seaport to contemporary cultural and international sports venue and has something to offer every traveler. Those looking to immerse themselves in the culture of the city can visit the Göteborg Opera, one of the city’s most prominent buildings celebrated for its outstanding architectural and acoustic creation. The opera building was designed by Jan Izkovitz and features a complete program of opera, dance, musicals and concerts.

To explore the history of the town, take a step back in time in one of the many castles and country estates spread throughout the country, from medieval citadels to the fortresses built in the 17th century as protection against the Danes. Other popular attractions include the Liseberg, Sweden’s premier amusement park and the unique Göteborg indoor fish market. In addition to its cultural offerings, the city is cited as one of Northern Europe’s most exciting culinary destinations. Göteborg offers a number of world-class restaurants with innovative cuisine, mainly using local north Atlantic fish and shellfish. There are also a number of bakeries, bistros and cafés conveniently located throughout the city.

Before you board Star Flyer for the next port call, be sure to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Gotaplatsen, the main public square and home to the famous Poseidon statue by Carl Milles. Don’t forget to take lots of photos!

Star Flyer heads to the Baltic in summer 2012 and will sail a variety of itineraries ranging from three-night samplers to 11-night explorations. To view a complete list of Star Flyer’s 2012 Northern Europe/ Baltic itineraries, click HERE. Bookings are now open!