Maritiman

About the museum

Maritiman is a maritime experience centre in central Gothenburg, at Packhusplatsen on the northern bank of the Göta älv. A number of preserved ships, boats and barges with both military and civilian links are moored here. The operation is run as a private foundation, with a board and a council of principals (huvudmannaråd) that meets once a year.

The fleet consists of ten vessels. The destroyer Småland is one of the largest warships preserved as a museum ship in Scandinavia. The submarine Nordkaparen belongs to the Draken class, the longest submarine class Sweden has had, and was delivered to the navy in 1962. The monitor Sölve was built in 1875 in Norrköping, and the patrol boat Hugin is a Norwegian-built boat from 1978 that was taken out of service in 2001. Among the working vessels are the tug Herkules from 1939, the workshop vessel ESAB IV, the fireboat Flodsprutan II, the harbour tug Stormprincess and the harbour ferry Dan Broström.

Visitors can go on board, take part in guided ship walks and use a free audio guide in the app. Maritiman also has Virvelinas värld (Virvelina’s World) for the youngest, and an exhibition on espionage, Skuggornas värld (The World of Shadows).

Highlights

• The destroyer Småland, one of Scandinavia’s largest preserved warships
• The submarine Nordkaparen of the Draken class
• The monitor Sölve from 1875
• Ship walks and a free audio guide
• Virvelinas värld for children

Permanent exhibition

• Fartygsflottan – Museum ships that can be visited on board, including the destroyer Småland, the submarine Nordkaparen and the monitor Sölve.

Founded

1987

Operated by

Stiftelsen Maritiman

Visitors per year

approx. 55,202

Admission & discounts

Prices 2026. The base day (weekdays in spring and autumn) is cheaper than a programme day. The Go City Göteborgspass (from SEK 299, over 25 attractions) is accepted as an entry pass. Tickets are cheapest when bought in the web shop.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: not available
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The ships are shown in original condition, so some have high thresholds and steep ladders, and it can be difficult to get around by wheelchair. The entrance, café and ships are described in the Tillgänglighetsdatabasen (accessibility database). Guide dogs are allowed.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations
• Playground / play area
• Kids’ birthday parties

Virvelinas värld with Tim and Virvelina and Tims havslabb (Tim’s sea lab) for the youngest, children’s parties, and an audio guide with quizzes for children and adults.

Getting there & parking

The quay renovation and the Västlänk construction may make the journey more complicated, and blasting may cause noise and vibrations.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop

Fika at Matrosen, as well as food on board and Seaside food & fun.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

Conferences, parties, adventures on board and special events can be booked.

Plan your visit