v2.webp){kind=logo}
- Uppsala Cathedral (Uppsala domkyrka) — Sweden’s largest medieval church; the soaring twin spires, royal tombs and richly carved interiors are essential for understanding the city’s religious and political history, and the rooftop views are worth the short climb.
- Uppsala Castle (Uppsala slott) — a 16th-century fortress turned museum complex with exhibitions, a dramatic hilltop viewpoint over the city and frequent cultural events; great for history, photos and a stroll through the castle park.
- Gustavianum — Museum of Uppsala University — home to the preserved anatomical theatre and curious collections (think old scientific instruments and the Augsburg art cabinet); it’s a tangible feel for Sweden’s early scientific life.
- Carolina Rediviva (University Library) — the historic university library
- Uppsala Cathedral (Uppsala domkyrka) — Sweden’s largest medieval church; the soaring twin spires, royal tombs and richly carved interiors are essential for understanding the city’s religious and political history, and the rooftop views are worth the short climb.
- Uppsala Castle (Uppsala slott) — a 16th-century fortress turned museum complex with exhibitions, a dramatic hilltop viewpoint over the city and frequent cultural events; great for history, photos and a stroll through the castle park.
- Gustavianum — Museum of Uppsala University — home to the preserved anatomical theatre and curious collections (think old scientific instruments and the Augsburg art cabinet); it’s a tangible feel for Sweden’s early scientific life.
- Carolina Rediviva (University Library) — the historic university library that houses rare manuscripts and rotating “treasures” displays (the Codex Argenteus has been exhibited here); even the quiet reading rooms have atmosphere.
- Linnaeus’ Garden & Uppsala Botanical Garden (Linnéträdgården/Botaniska trädgården) — the recreated 18th-century garden where Carl Linnaeus worked, plus the wider botanic gardens and greenhouses; small museum corners and seasonal plantings make it a calm, living slice of history.
- Fyrisån riverside and boat trips — the willow-lined river is the city’s social spine: cafés, paddleboards, summer boat tours and relaxed walks along quays give a real feel for everyday Uppsala life.
- Upplandsmuseet (Provincial Museum) — compact but excellent for local archaeology, Viking finds and rotating exhibitions that explain the landscape and people around Uppsala; very useful background before wandering the city.
- Uppsala Konstmuseum (Art Museum) — housed in part of the castle, it mixes contemporary Swedish art with classic works; small galleries make it easy to pop in for an hour and come away with something memorable.
- The student nations (e.g., Uplands, Västmanland-Dala) — these historic student houses are central to Uppsala’s culture: open dinners, cheap fika, quirky interiors and student-run events give a real taste of the city’s living traditions (most welcome visitors at certain times).
- Vaksala Church (Vaksala kyrka) — a lesser-known medieval parish church with original stonework and fresco fragments; quiet, atmospheric and a good reminder that Uppsala’s medieval landscape extends beyond the cathedral hill.
Spotted a mistake or missing something? Contact us.
Cube of Art Uppsala Museum of Interactive Art
Roofwalking on the worlds greatest pink castle!
The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!
Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church
Uppsala bloody history 1h- racial biology, 18th century plague, 19th century prostitution etc.
Adventure parc
Uppsala Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Uppsala Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game
Best Backpacking
.jpg)
Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past 3 decades, I’ve backpacked through 90+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.