Things to Do in Uppsala

Join a guided walking tour through historic Uppsala with a local guide and explore the Viking and Vendel era

Join a Viking tour of Stockholm County, Uppsala, and Sigtuna. Uncover the true Viking heritage with a passionate guide and gain a deeper understanding of Swedish history.

A guaranteed breathtaking and unforgettable experience! Our guides will meet you on time at the entrance to the northern castle tower on Drottning Christinas väg 1A in Uppsala. We walk up to the dome via the beautiful staircase. In the tower room you can admire the meter thick castle walls and the impressive 18th century heavy beam trusses.  Here you will find the personal equipment that ensure you are secured throughout the trip on the roof, and get a safety brief from your guide. After testing the test track indoors, it is time to go out on the roof above Uppsala Castle. During the walk you will see Uppsala all around, all the way to Old Uppsala Mounds where the vikings are buried.

Join a guided walking tour in Uppsala and see the rune stones and learn how to read them

Experience the Viking age and explore 1000-year-old runestones and ruins on this guided day trip from Stockholm. Learn about ancient Viking history, and discover the cities of Sigtuna and Uppsala.

Take a visit to Swedens forth biggest city uppsala, only 40min with train from Stockholm. On a small area you can se all the must see and highlights together with a knowledgeable authorized Uppsala city guide, the cathedral X the castle, the botanical garden of Uppsala, the university main building, the university library, some viking age runestones etc. Only run if at least two travelers book.

Join a guided walking tour in Uppsala passing the main attractions of Uppsala

Discover the city's heart on our immersive walking tour experience. Explore iconic neighborhoods, uncover hidden gems, and soak in rich history with a friendly resident as your guide.

Book a trip to the different Uppsala, go on a trip about the dark part of Swedish history. Hear about the 17th century slave trade, about Uppsala's gallows hill, experience what was going on inside the racial biology institute and hear about the anatomical department's rules for which crimes could end up under the knife. We visit the streets where the brothels and Uppsala's Red light district were located during the 19th century. Experience the dark history that is not often talked about or visited. Visit the forgotten historical, and hear about the poor, spooky and different that is often swept under the rug. Collection outside Uppsala City Library's main entrance - Intro. Dragabrunnsgatan - Uppsala's red light district during the 19th century Svartbäcksgatan - The poor Uppsala St Erik's square - The plague in Uppsala 1709-1712 The Cathedral and the Dean's House - Persecutions against dissent and the Swedish Institute of Racial Biology 1920-1958. Gustavianum - About the slave trade, anatomical institution and 19th century phrenologists. The forced sterilizations of the 1940s

Join a guided walking tour through Uppsala and explore the hidden and forgotten houses of Uppsala

Travel back in time through Uppsala's history on a walking tour. Learn about how Uppsala is older than Stockholm and so often takes the title of the true "birthplace" of the Swedish nation.

This city walk is guided by an authorized Uppsala guide. Go on a city walk in Uppsala with a focus on Vikings, rune stones and runes in Uppsala. We visit a selected part of Uppsala City's rune stones in the University Park and outside the cathedral. These tell exciting stories about people who lived during the Viking Age, this trek also includes the Viking Age in general. Discover the exciting stories the runestones have to tell.

Book your tickets for a private guided tour of the Uppsala Cathedral

Located 65 km north of Stockholm, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden. Since medieval times, the area has been a religious and learning centre. Nowadays, Uppsala is packed with attractions ...

A guided walk in Uppsala - a city of learning. In a pleasant mix of old and new this tour will take you to some of the main sights in central Uppsala - the cathedral, the castle and the university. The guide will also tell you about modern life in Uppsala with a unique focus on ecofriendliness, gender equality and city development. This tour will make you feel at home in a charming city a short train ride from Stockholm. (3 hour private tour)

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Uppsala is known for its grand cathedral, the burial place of Swedish royalty, and its association with renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, earning it the title "Cambridge of Sweden."

Discover Uppsala from a different perspective on sightseeing and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun, and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English

Book your tickets for a guided walking tour through Uppsala University and its grounds

Step back in time and discover some of the key Viking landmarks of Stockholm and its surroundings. Marvel at relics that date back to the 11th century, visit an old Viking settlement and more.

Discover the thrill of our unique travel activity that promises an unforgettable experience! What sets us apart is our blend of adventure and cultural immersion. Picture yourself exploring hidden gems off the beaten path, guided by locals who share fascinating stories about their heritage and environment. Our activity combines breathtaking scenery with engaging challenges, whether it’s hiking through lush landscapes, kayaking in serene waters, or discovering vibrant markets. You’ll not only enjoy the stunning views but also connect with the people and traditions that make this destination special. Join us for an experience that’s not just about sightseeing, but about creating lasting memories. Book now and be part of a journey that will inspire your spirit of adventure and enrich your understanding of the world!

Book your tickets for a guided walking tour through the Uppsala graveyard and listen to fascinating stories and facts

Explore the ancient city of Sigtuna on a guided day tour from Stockholm, a small cozy wooden town at the lakeside, together with a guided visit to the city of Uppsala, Swedens forth largest city.

This online purchased ticket includes a online-ticket that is rebookable, in case something happens that change your plans.

Book your tickets for a private walking tour through Sigtuna with a local guide and enjoy a family-friendly walking tour

Voyage through the history of Vikings, and see old Vikings tales while exploring historic cities such as Sigtuna.

An adventure course is built like a loop. You climb up to a platform in a tree. The trees are connected to different stations, such as ziplines, spider webs and suspension bridges which lead to the next platform. The experience is quite exciting and 98% of the participants think it’s just enough challenging. This is a course built for almost everyone, and you have the possibility of varying the the range of difficulty. Our Adventure Park in Fjällnora, about 20 km from Uppsala City, is something extraordinary. It’s one of Sweden’s largest tree top adventure courses with over 50 continuous elements and a lot of Ziplines.

Book a guided tour at Old Uppsala mounds and Old Uppsala church. Experience Old Uppsala during its heyday; Vendel Period. Hear about the excavations of recent years, the post monuments, the longhouse plateaus and the rich finds of the burial mounds. Hear about Gamla Uppsala kungshögar, among the most powerful in the country, and the place Gamla Uppsala. Much new has emerged in recent years' excavations. Hear about the farms around and its function, about the excavations and finds, dates of the finds and how the people lived at this time. We walk around old Uppsala mounds, and visit old Uppsala church if it is open. Hear about the finds under the old cathedral and its history. Near the church there are various exciting plateaus where Uppsala's large long halls stood during the 500s and 800s and where various exclusive workhouses with gold, silver and precious stones in the form of grenades from Sri Lanka were found. Two people need to book for the tour to run.

This city walk is guided by an authorized Uppsala guide and covers a variety of themes. In short, there will be well-chosen parts from the 12th century until around 1900 and a variety of time periods. The guided tour visits the University House, whose builder went bankrupt due to. the decorations on the house, and the Cathedral which was built from the 1270s to 1430s. Hear about the murder at Uppsala Castle and stand in the courtyard and look out over the Botanical Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Europe. Hear broadly about different buildings and for Uppsala important people such as Celsius, Linné and Rudbeck. Hear about the anatomical theater and its brilliance (apart from the ventilation function that did not exist). Explore the university building, teachers who sold essays, and about the university's founding to be better than the Danes. Hear how the whole city was demolished voluntarily before Queen Kristina's coronation, but how it did not have time to be rebuilt according to the plans so that the coronation was moved to Stockholm instead.

Join a private walk about medieval horror, undead and dark folk beliefs in Uppsala. Hear about folk beliefs such as mylings, the church mask and the curses of the rivers as well as the forest council, evil sudden death and when the plague came to Uppsala. You will also discover the medieval undead, learn more about Uppsala's plague year 1709-11 and hear about executions and evil sudden death on Galgbacken in a walk around the cathedral and the small square, from the 14th century, in Uppsala. Leading the tour is an authorized Uppsala guide. Collection at Riddartorget in Uppsala.

Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Sherlock Holmes City Game, a self-guided tour that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city with your family and friends or as a couple. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

Take a visit to one of Sweden's most iconic historic Viking and Vendel era sites with a professional guide on the area in question in 1h telling about the site, the excevations who have taken place and life during that time. Private tour. Minimum 2 people to book.

Join an open walk about medieval horror, undead and dark folk beliefs in Uppsala. Hear about folk beliefs such as mylings, the church mask and the curses of the rivers as well as the forest council, evil sudden death and when the plague came to Uppsala. You will also discover the medieval undead, learn more about Uppsala's plague year 1709-11 and hear about executions and evil sudden death on Galgbacken in a walk around the cathedral and the small square, from the 14th century, in Uppsala. Leading the tour is an authorized Uppsala guide. Collection at Riddartorget in Uppsala.

Book a trip to the different Uppsala, book a trip about the Vasas family and its time! We walk around different parts outside Uppsala Castle and go through the castle's fascinating history. Hear about Gustav Vasa, the revolt against the Danish king, experience his takeover of Uppsala and the Good Friday team. Hear about the construction of Uppsala Castle and the closure of the University and the cathedral under Gustav's Government. Experience the history of the castle, the kitchen garden and the different phases of the castle. Erik XIV and Sturemorden and the coup against him. The hateful Johan III and the Red Book, Uppsala meeting etc.

Step into the enchanting world of Uppsala on our exclusive romantic walking tour. Discover the captivating allure of Uppsala Cathedral, where the grandeur of medieval architecture and the serenity of sacred spaces transport you to a bygone era, allowing you to become the protagonist in a timeless love story. Delve into the regal splendour of Uppsala Castle, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of royal history and indulging in the allure of a majestic past. Embrace the romantic ambiance of Carolina Park – ‘Engelska Parken,’ where lush greenery and serene landscapes create an idyllic backdrop for intimate moments and unforgettable memories. Let the intellectual allure of Uppsala University and the enchanting tranquillity of the Botanical Garden become the chapters of your romantic escapade. Join us on this journey and create your own fairy tale in the heart of Uppsala.

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. What legends are hidden in Uppsala Cathedral? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Why is 17th-century built Skokloster Castle popular today? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Uppsala. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic Uppsala. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Uppsala. You will visit the old-fashioned Christmas Market in the city. What makes it so popular? What local products is must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Uppsala.

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Experience the different history of the Nordic region's oldest university; hear about the founding to be better than the Danes, brutal student housing in the 17th century, the university as a city in the city with its own judges, prisons, police, craftsmen, etc. and the student in the 18th century who signed a contract with the devil. 2 people are required for the tour to run. We walk around central Uppsala with a focus on the buildings, professors and student housing that are preserved. Hear about Celsius, Rudbeck and Linnaeus and students. Uppsala University, Anno Domini 1477, is the oldest in the Nordic countries and has many different sad, dreary and exciting stories attached to it. The guide is led by an authorized Uppsala guide. You will hear everything from the brutal 17th century student inaugurations, the professor who was rumored to sell essays to the students and how the feud between Denmark and Sweden gave Uppsala its university. You will hear how it came about that the university had to buy back a gift from the king by one of the university's builders

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Uppsala is a city of drama and mystery, where every landmark hides a secret from the past. On this walking tour, you’ll walk in the footsteps of royals like Queen Catherine Jagiellon and scientists like Carl von Linne. Their remarkable stories demonstrate how this Swedish city is a hub of innovation. The tour begins in front of the gate to Linnaeus Garden – the country’s oldest botanical garden. You’ll see Uppsala Cathedral, where you’ll hear turbulent stories about royals and discover how the Sture Murders changed the course of Swedish history and paved the way for a new era of kings. As you continue your walk, you’ll pass a small medieval church, the grand Uppsala University Library, and the Royal Gardens on your way to Uppsala Castle. The tour finishes at a magnificent city viewpoint outside the castle. By the end of this tour, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for Uppsala – a city of royals, scholars, and enduring legends that shaped Sweden into what it is today.

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Private tour. Visit the city of Uppsala and explore the curious, strange and wierd history that Uppsala university have, as the oldest university in the Nordic countries you got many tales. All from the student writing a contract with th devil to the artic cat who got broke by building the university main building and much more than so. Only run if at least two travelers book.

Private tour at Uppsala city. Take a visit to Swedens forth biggest city uppsala, only 40min with train from Stockholm. On a small area you can se all the must see and highlights together with a knowledgeable authorized Uppsala city guide, the cathedral X the castle, the botanical garden of Uppsala, the university main building, the university library, some viking age runestones etc. Only run if at least two travelers book.

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Private tour. The darker Uppsala city walk will be about the Swedish Race-biological institute, one of Europe’s oldest anatomical theaters as well as the student that signed a contract in blood with the Devil himself. You might also hear about the Swedish slavery in the Pacific, about the Uppsala red light district when prostitution was legal in 1880:s, the gallows and when pestilence last hit in 1709-12. That and more.

Visit the city of Uppsala and explore the curious, strange and wierd history that Uppsala university have, as the oldest university in the Nordic countries you got many tales. All from the student writing a contract with th devil to the artic cat who got broke by building the university main building and much more than so. Only run if at least two travelers book.