Uppsala: City Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Uppsala County, Stockholm
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.
Uppsala Walking Tour with Local Guide
Discover Uppsala’s cathedral, Viking heritage, and botanical gardens on a guided walking tour suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore Uppsala Cathedral and Viking heritage with a local guide
- Visit the Botanical Gardens where Carl Linnaeus worked
- Learn about Uppsala Castle, the world’s largest pink castle
- Experience Swedish student life near Uppsala’s canals
- Uncover ancient stories linked to Stockholm’s past
Description
Join a walking tour through Uppsala, tracing its history from Viking times with insights into the largest archaeological discovery of around 30,000 rune stones illustrating everyday Viking life.
Visit Uppsala Cathedral, one of Sweden’s oldest and architecturally significant cathedrals, housing the tomb of King Gustav Vasa. Explore Uppsala Castle, famously known as Sweden’s largest pink castle, once home to the country’s first king.
Walk through the grounds of one of the world’s oldest universities, Uppsala Universitet, and admire the Botanical Gardens where Carl Linnaeus studied the classification of species.
Includes
- Walking tour with local guide
- Entry to Uppsala Cathedral (donation-based)
- Admission to the Botanical Gardens
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book in advance and wear comfortable walking shoes. The best time to visit is during spring and summer when the Botanical Gardens are in full bloom.
