Capitol

Capitol is an art house cinema located in Haga with two screens and comfortable seating for 224 visitors in a functionalist building. The venue sits on Skanstorget 1 and offers a welcoming space designed for film viewing.

The cinema opened on November 21, 1941, designed by Swedish architect Nils Olsson during the functionalist movement's peak. Its opening marked an important moment for cinema culture in Gothenburg.

The cinema shows films in their original languages with Swedish subtitles and works with the Swedish Film Institute for special screenings. It serves as a gathering place for people interested in international cinema and film culture.

The venue sells tickets at the box office or through its website, allowing visitors to book in advance or arrive early. Popular screenings can fill up quickly, so planning ahead is advisable.

In the 1990s, the original balcony section was transformed to create a second screening room. This renovation managed to keep the building's functionalist character intact.

Location: Gothenburg Municipality

Location: Haga

Inception: 1941

Architects: Nils Olsson

Official opening: November 21, 1941

Architectural style: functionalism

Capacity: 224

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: Biografmaskinisterna vid Skanstorget ekonomisk förening

Address: Skanstorget 1

Phone: +46317114344

Email: info@capitolgbg.se

Website: https://capitolgbg.se

GPS coordinates: 57.69588,11.95944

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40