Vasa Church, Gothenburg

Name: Vasa Church
Address: 1 Vasa Kyrkoplan, Gothenburg, 411 27, Sweden
Telephone: +46 31 731 86 70

#55 among attractions in Gothenburg

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Facts and practical information

The Vasa Church is a church in Gothenburg, Sweden. It is located in the area of Vasastaden, between Hvitfeldtska gymnasiet and Vasaparken. It was founded in 1909 and is built in a Neo-Romanesque style, of granite that was brought from Bohuslän. It underwent major renovations during 1999 and 2000. ()

Local name: Vasakyrkan, Göteborg Coordinates: 57°41'49"N, 11°58'24"E

Address

1 Vasa KyrkoplanLorensbergGothenburg 411 27 Sweden

Contact

+46 31 731 86 70

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Day trips

Vasa Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stora Teatern, Kungsportsavenyen, Gothenburg Museum of Art, Korsvägen.

0.4 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Stora Teatern, Gothenburg
11 min walk • The Stora Teatern, nestled in the heart of Gothenburg, Sweden, serves as a beacon of culture and the performing arts. This historic theatre, affectionately known as "Storan" by the locals, has been a pillar of the city's cultural scene since its grand opening in 1859.
~1150 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Kungsportsavenyen, Gothenburg
6 min walk • Kungsportsavenyen, commonly known as Avenyn, is the beating heart of Gothenburg, Sweden's vibrant shopping and cultural district. Stretching from the old city gate, Kungsportsplatsen, to Götaplatsen where the iconic Poseidon statue stands, this grand boulevard is...
~1450 ftE
Prominent art museum with famous works
Gothenburg Museum of Art, Gothenburg
8 min walk • The Gothenburg Museum of Art, situated in the heart of Gothenburg, Sweden, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic excellence. This prestigious museum, known for its extensive collection of Nordic art, is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts...
0.5 miE
Square
Korsvägen, Gothenburg
14 min walk • Korsvägen is a public square and transport hub in the events district of Gothenburg, Sweden.
~1130 ftN
Decorative arts, design and fashion museum
Röhsska Museum, Gothenburg
6 min walk • The Röhsska Museum, is located in Gothenburg, Sweden. It is a museum focused on design, fashion and applied arts. The museum collection consists of over 50,000 objects. The majority of the collection consists of handicraft and design products from Sweden and Europe and arts and crafts from Japan and China.
0.6 miNE
Nightlife, Cinema
Bergakungen, Gothenburg
15 min walk • SF Filmstaden Bergakungen is a cineplex located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Bergakungen has 14 cinemas with a total capacity of 2,260 visitors. The cinema has two of Sweden's largest projection screens, measuring 18 m × 8 m each.
0.4 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Hagakyrkan, Gothenburg
12 min walk • The Haga Church is a church building located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Belonging to the Gothenburg Haga Parish within the Diocese of Gothenburg of the Church of Sweden, it was opened on Advent Sunday, 27 November 1859. Construction of the church began in 1856. The church and also the pulpit was designed by architect Adolf W. Edelsvärd.
~1220 ftE
Contemporary art exhibitions and events
Göteborgs Konsthall, Gothenburg
6 min walk • Göteborgs Konsthall is a museum of contemporary art in Gothenburg, Sweden.
0.5 miN
Square
Kungsportsplatsen, Gothenburg
14 min walk • Kungsportsplatsen is a square in the city centre of Gothenburg, Sweden. The square was constructed in 1852 and got its name after the King's Gate. The gate was the main entrance to the fortified city, which was and still is surrounded by a moat.
0.5 miN
Church
Christ the King Church, Gothenburg
14 min walk • The Christ the King Church is the name given to a religious building that is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church and serves as the parish church belonging to the Catholic Diocese of Stockholm in Sweden.
~1040 ftE
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
Göteborgs konserthus, Gothenburg
6 min walk • Gothenburg Concert Hall is a concert hall located in Gothenburg, Sweden, which was built in 1935. The architect for the facility was Nils Einar Ericsson, a major advocate of Functionalism.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vasa Church?

Nearby attractions include Vasaparken, Gothenburg (3 min walk), University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg (4 min walk), Göteborgs konserthus, Gothenburg (6 min walk), Vasastan, Gothenburg (6 min walk).

How to get to Vasa Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vasa Church:

Bus

Vasaplatsen • Lines: 158, 16, 19, 753 (6 min walk)
Götaplatsen • Lines: 18, 52 (6 min walk)

Tram

Vasaplatsen • Lines: 10, 2, 3, 7 (6 min walk)
Valand • Lines: 10, 3, 4, 5, 7, Lisebergslinjen (7 min walk)

Train

Gothenburg Central (22 min walk)

Ferry

Stenpiren • Lines: 285 Älvsnabben, 286 Älvsnabbare (23 min walk)
Stena Line Masthuggsterminalen • Lines: Frederikshavn => Göteborg, Göteborg => Frederikshavn (28 min walk)