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Private Day Tour to Uppsala - Uppsala Cathedral, Viking Burials and countryside
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Private Day Tour to Uppsala - Uppsala Cathedral, Viking Burials and countryside

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Overview

The only private day trip to Uppsala from Stockholm. Uppsala is the fourth largest city in Sweden. It is famous for having the oldest and most traditional university in the country, founded in 1477.

The young feel and student vibe is easy to feel in Uppsala. The city is also known for the Cathedral, it took roughly 150 years to complete and is the largest in Scandinavia. Swedish kings have been coronated here and some even buried.

Many important Swedes lived and died in Uppsala, you can visit the tombs of Carl Linneaus (founder of the naming system for plants), Dag Hammarskjold (UN General Secretary) and Anders Celsius (the temperature scale).

Take your time and walk around for a nice lunch of your own choosing. You can also shop at the traditional central market and modern Downtown area. You will also visit the Old Uppsala. This archaeological site has been inhabited for more than 1500 years and is seen as the most important settlement of early Sweden.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Private transportation

Professional guide

In-vehicle air conditioning

All fees and/or taxes

Gratuties (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

  1. Uppsala Castle (Uppsala Slott)

    30 min

    visit the outside of the castle (not open for visitors) and hear the story about its history and castle.

  2. Botaniska Tradgarden

    30 min

    If open we visit this botanical garden who is one of Europe's oldest.

  3. Uppsala University Main Building

    20 min

    The main university building is from 1887. Built in magnificent neoclassical style. Learn about Sweden's oldest university, dating back to 1477.

  4. Uppsala Domkyrka

    50 min

    Uppsala Cathedral is the largest cathdral in Scandinaiva. Construction started in 1270s and ended with the inaugoration at year 1435. Visit the place and surroundings.

  5. 30 min

    A viking age boat burial grave field.

  6. Gamla Uppsala

    1 hour 15 min

    Visit the Vendel-Viking age archeological site in Old Uppsala. See the gigantic burial mounds and learn about Sweden's viking past. A museum visit is included in the price.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Stockholm).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking

FAQs about Private Day Tour to Uppsala - Uppsala Cathedral, Viking Burials and countryside

Can I cancel Private Day Tour to Uppsala - Uppsala Cathedral, Viking Burials and countryside for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 7 hours.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Private transportation
  • Professional guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

What's not included?

  • Gratuties (optional)

Which places does it visit?

It visits Uppsala Castle (Uppsala Slott), Botaniska Tradgarden, Uppsala University Main Building, Uppsala Domkyrka, Gamla Uppsala.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in Swedish, English.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Operated by Sweden History Tours

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