Best Attractions Near Broborg (Uppland)
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International airport3.8★17,181 reviews
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Stockholm Arlanda is Sweden’s largest international airport, a sprawling air-transport hub north of Stockholm that combines modern terminals, runways and a SkyCity complex of shops, lounges and hotels. It handles major international and domestic carriers across four passenger terminals, several piers and an underground rail link, serving as the main gateway between greater Stockholm and the world.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–6 hrs
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Shopping mall4.2★7,355 reviews
Gränbystaden
Uppsala's largest shopping and meeting place, Gränbystaden buzzes with over 90 stores, eateries, a library, and entertainment venues like O'Learys sports bar. Open daily 10am-8pm, it offers everything from fashion at Åhléns and Gina Tricot to groceries at ICA Kvantum, dining options like Pinchos and Pizza Hut, and seasonal events such as holiday workshops and live music broadcasts. A vibrant hub for locals and visitors seeking retail therapy, meals, and leisure in one convenient spot.
Daily 10:00–20:00Time to spend 1–3 hrs
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Cathedral4.7★6,131 reviews
Uppsala Cathedral
Uppsala Cathedral, towering over Domkyrkoplan in central Uppsala, is the Nordic region’s largest medieval church and a landmark of Swedish history. Built mainly in brick from the late 13th century and reshaped in the 19th century, the cathedral combines soaring Gothic proportions, twin pointed spires, richly decorated chapels and a treasury of royal burials and liturgical treasures. Its scale, layered architecture and long ceremonial role make it an essential encounter with Sweden’s religious and cultural past.
Daily 8:00–18:00Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
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Castle4.3★3,411 reviews
Uppsala Castle
Perched above Uppsala’s river and skyline, Uppsala Castle is a layered site of Swedish statecraft, art and ruin: Renaissance fortification remains, a contemporary art museum and museum displays of the region’s turbulent history sit within the same redbrick complex, while ramparts and courtyards open onto sweeping views of the city and cathedral.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
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Castle4.4★3,294 reviews
Skokloster Castle
Perched on a wooded peninsula of Lake Mälaren, Skokloster Castle is one of northern Europe’s finest 17th‑century Baroque palaces, built 1654–1676 for Count Carl Gustaf Wrangel. The fortress‑like exterior with four towers hides richly furnished state rooms, an extraordinary armoury and a nearly intact unfinished banqueting hall that preserves the building site’s tools and scaffolding. The site is a state museum with extensive collections in over 70 rooms and a peaceful castle park beside the water.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
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Park4.5★2,582 reviews
Stadsträdgården
Stadsträdgården is Uppsala’s central city park beside the Fyris River, a historic late-19th-century green oasis of formal flowerbeds, mature trees, ponds, a children’s playground and an open-air stage. Seasonal plantings and a rosarium make it especially vivid in spring and summer, while riverside paths, benches and a small café create a relaxed setting year-round for picnics, quiet contemplation and community events.
Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
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Botanical garden4.6★2,378 reviews
Botanical Garden
A historic living museum beside Uppsala Castle, the Botanical Garden blends formal baroque beds, thematic outdoor quarters and glasshouses—most notably a tropical greenhouse and the 200‑year‑old Orangery (Linneanum). Established in the 17th century and maintained by Uppsala University, the garden presents thousands of species for research, teaching and public enjoyment across seasonal displays and quiet lawns.
Daily 7:00–21:00Price level $Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
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Shopping mall3.9★2,683 reviews
S:t Per Gallerian
S:t Per Gallerian is a compact, centrally located shopping centre in Uppsala’s historic core, offering a mix of everyday services, fashion shops and food outlets across a few indoor levels. With long weekday opening hours, an in-mall ICA and a variety of small stores and specialist outlets, it suits quick errands, casual lunch breaks and easy indoor browsing close to the city’s main streets.
Time to spend 0.2–2 hrs
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Conference center4.1★1,696 reviews
Uppsala Konsert & Kongress
Uppsala Konsert & Kongress (UKK), known as Musikens hus, is a striking modern concert hall and conference center in central Uppsala. Opened in 2007, this 37-meter-tall, 8-story venue spans 14,600 square meters with versatile spaces including the grand Stora Salen seating 1,200, massive Hall D for 1,500, and intimate conference rooms. It hosts world-class concerts, cultural events, theater, exhibitions, and business meetings amid excellent acoustics and city views from its rooftop terrace. Centrally located near the Travel Center, it blends contemporary architecture with Uppsala's historic charm, offering onsite dining and sustainability focus.
Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–4 hrs
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Castle4.2★1,509 reviews
Venngarn Castle
Venngarn Castle, set on a gentle rise north of Sigtuna, is a layered historic estate whose origins reach back to the 12th century and whose present baroque form was shaped in the 17th century by Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie and architect Jean de la Vallée. The castle complex includes a remarkably well-preserved baroque chapel, formal gardens and parkland stretching across the estate; the grounds are public and the house opens intermittently for tours and events, with a café and cultural programming during the season.
Sat–Sun 12:00–15:00Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Forumgallerian
Forumgallerian (branded Forumkvarteret) is a compact, centrally located shopping mall in Uppsala centred on Forumtorget. It houses a mix of national Swedish chains — cafés, pharmacies, fashion and health stores — set across a few interconnected levels around an open square, making it an easy indoor stop for shopping, coffee or quick errands in the city centre.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
O’Neill’s Traditional Irish Pub
A cosy, wood-paneled Irish pub and restaurant in central Uppsala, O’Neill’s pairs hearty pub fare and an extensive beer list with a welcoming, convivial atmosphere. Located on Dragarbrunnsgatan near the station, the interior is decorated with Irish memorabilia and offers cask ales alongside classics like stew and fish-and-chips. Evenings bring chatter, music and a lively bar scene suited to groups, couples and solo visitors seeking authentic pub character.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Carolina park - 'Engelska Parken'
Sweden's oldest public park, nestled in central Uppsala between the Carolina Rediviva library and university buildings. This serene green space features over 300 larch and deciduous trees, flower meadows, vast lawns, picnic tables, a unique Pelle Svanslös-themed playground, a human rights memorial with Folke Bernadotte's bust, and artistic installations. Ideal for relaxation, strolls, and family outings in an academic atmosphere.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Vaksala torg
Vaksala torg is Uppsala’s long-established market square and neighbourhood hub, centred on Salagatan in the city’s northern quarter. By day it hosts a weekly market, street stalls and cafes; at other times the paved plaza functions as a community stage for seasonal fairs, live music and occasional cultural events. The square’s mix of evergreen plane trees, tram‑friendly kerbs and surrounding low-rise buildings gives it a lived-in, neighbourly character that’s both practical and photogenic.
Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 · Sat 8:00–20:00Price level $Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Pelle Svanslösparken
Pelle Svanslösparken is a enchanting playground in Uppsala inspired by the beloved children's book character Pelle Svanslös, the tailless cat created by Gösta Knutsson. Nestled in lush greenery near Carolina Rediviva, it features whimsical play structures recreating scenes from the stories, including Pelle's house, Råttströms konditori, and a bus to Skogstibble. Ideal for young families, the park offers slides, swings, climbing frames, and imaginative installations that bring the tales to life amid shady trees perfect for picnics. Open year-round and free to enter, it's a joyful spot where children explore a storybook world while parents relax in the serene setting. The vibrant designs and attention to detail make every visit a magical adventure in Uppsala's cultural landscape.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Fjällnora naturreservat
Fjällnora is a lakeside nature reserve and recreation area east of Uppsala centred on the twin lakes Ramsen and Trehörningen, offering year‑round outdoor activities from swimming, canoeing and pedal‑boats to hiking, winter ice‑bathing and wood‑heated saunas. The site combines managed facilities — a reception, café, rental services, cabins and camping — with protected shoreline, forest trails and panoramic water views for families and nature lovers alike.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–24 hrs
Rånäs Castle
Rånäs Castle is a 19th-century manor house set on the northern shore of Lake Skedviken in Uppland, Sweden. Restored and run as a hotel, conference centre and event venue, the estate combines Italian-inspired manor architecture, formal interiors, lakeside wellness facilities and parkland from the Reuterskiöld era. It's known for fine dining, weddings and waterside saunas tucked into an old Vallon industrial landscape.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–6 hrs
Nedergården Gammalt & Nytt Gårdscafé & Butiker
A rustic country complex of interlinked shops and a home-baked café set in a converted farmhouse near Rånäs, Nedergården Gammalt & Nytt pairs second‑hand treasures, antiques and locally styled homewares with a cosy café serving baked goods and simple lunches. It’s a relaxed all‑season stop for browsing clothes, furniture, books and handicrafts in a distinctly Swedish rural setting.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Interpool
Interpool is a lively sports bar and activity-focused brasserie in central Uppsala, housed on Svartbäcksgatan and built around social games, screens and a full food-and-drink menu. The space combines multiple gaming zones (shuffleboard, pool, table tennis, darts and arcade machines) with a restaurant-style menu and a busy match-day atmosphere, making it a flexible evening venue for groups, after-work meetups and casual nights out.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs
Linnaeus' Hammarby
Linnaeus' Hammarby is the preserved 18th‑century country estate and summer home of Carl Linnaeus, set in a recreated cultural landscape just outside Uppsala. The site combines a timber manor house, original outbuildings and kitchen gardens where Linnaeus cultivated plants for study, plus meadows and trails that illustrate 1700s farming practices. Managed as a museum and cultural reserve, Hammarby offers guided tours, period interiors and a visitor centre with café and shop.
Tue–Sun 11:00–17:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
Upplands Museum
Upplandsmuseet is Uppsala County’s cultural-history museum, housed in a central city building at S:t Eriks torg that interprets 7,000 years of regional life — from prehistoric burial mounds and Viking-age ritual to rural crafts, industrial change and contemporary local stories. Exhibitions mix artefacts, models and hands-on displays aimed at families, students and anyone curious about Uppland’s past and its links to Sweden today.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Puben Uppsala
Puben Uppsala is a relaxed, central city pub and restaurant on S:t Olofsgatan offering classic pub fare, a broad drink selection and late-evening hours seven days a week. Housed in a casual, welcoming interior, it’s a local spot for after-work drinks, pub quizzes and social evenings with friends; menus include burgers and vegetarian options and the atmosphere favours communal tables and easy conversation.
Daily 16:00–3:00Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–4 hrs
Johannesbergs Slott AB
A restored countryside castle and working estate with roots stretching back a millennium, Johannesbergs Slott offers guestrooms, conference halls, a spa and a golf setting amid parkland near Rimbo. The complex combines an elegant 19th-century main building with later wings, intimate historic interiors, meeting facilities and extensive grounds that blend woodland, lawns and period features for both leisure breaks and business events.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–4 hrs
Källparken
Nestled in Uppsala's Sala Backe neighborhood, Källparken is a vibrant district park built in the 1950s around an ancient spring. Renovated in 2018, it blends lush greenery, open lawns, and panoramic views of Uppsala Castle and Cathedral with modern amenities like an amphitheater, theater-themed playground, boule court, grill area, bouldering blocks, parkour rigs, and high swings. Ideal for picnics, play, and community events in a scenic hillside setting.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Sigtuna museum
Nestled in Sweden's oldest town, Sigtuna Museum unveils the Viking Age through captivating artifacts excavated from local sites. Housed in a historic building on Stora Gatan, it features medieval treasures, interactive displays, and exhibits tracing Sigtuna's evolution from a bustling trading hub to a preserved heritage gem. Open afternoons most days, this compact museum offers an enriching 1-2 hour dive into Sweden's ancient past, blending archaeology with engaging storytelling.
Tue–Sun 12:00–16:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Regina Theater
Reginateatern, locally known as Regina, is an intimate, long-established performing-arts venue on Trädgårdsgatan in central Uppsala offering a steady mix of theatre, stand‑up, live music and guest productions across two cosy stages. Housed in a characterful, historic building, the theatre is prized for close-up performances, accessible programming and a relaxed foyer bar where conversation continues after the curtain call.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
St. Olof Church ruins
The atmospheric stone remains of St. Olof’s Church sit within the old cemetery beside Sigtuna’s medieval heart, a compact ruin that traces the town’s early Christian era and the cult of St. Olaf. Weathered arches, partial walls and lichen-covered masonry give an immediate sense of age; interpretive signs nearby outline its 11th–12th century origins while the quiet graveyard setting invites reflective exploration and photography.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Arrenius & Company
Arrenius & Company is a small specialty coffee bar and tea shop tucked into Drottninggatan in central Uppsala, offering carefully sourced beans, hand-brewed espresso and brew-bar drinks plus a rotating selection of chocolates, licorice and gluten-free and vegan baked goods. The compact, convivial interior and adjacent shop displays make it part café, part purveyor of artisanal pantry items for coffee lovers.
Mon–Fri 10:30–17:00 · Sat 11:00–16:30Price level $$Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
Årsta 4h-Gård
Nestled in Uppsala's urban greenery, Årsta 4H-Gård offers a hands-on encounter with farm animals and nature. This family-oriented farm emphasizes learning through doing, with daily access to livestock, weekend activities like pony riding and rabbit cuddling, and a focus on sustainability and animal welfare. Open year-round, it's an ideal spot for children and families to connect with rural life amid city surroundings.
Daily 9:00–16:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
Gustavianum - Uppsala University Museum
Housed in a 17th‑century academic building capped by an unmistakable dome, Gustavianum presents Uppsala University’s collections across science, medicine and cultural history, from the preserved Anatomical Theatre to Egyptian artefacts and cabinets of curiosities. The museum balances scholarly depth with accessible displays and daily guided introductions during peak season, making it a compact, characterful stop close to Uppsala’s cathedral and central sights.
Daily 11:00–17:00Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
UniQuest
UniQuest is Uppsala’s large, professionally run escape‑room operator with multiple themed rooms across two nearby sites (Österängsgatan 6A and Klostergatan 4). Rooms run for about 60 minutes, take 2–6 players, and range from family‑friendly puzzles to intense, high‑difficulty scenarios. Expect atmospheric sets, tactile props and tech‑assisted locks that prioritise teamwork and problem‑solving.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Uppsala Art Museum
Nestled in the northern wing of the majestic 17th-century Uppsala Castle, Uppsala Art Museum showcases Swedish and international contemporary art alongside ceramics from the famed Upsala-Ekeby factory and works from Uppsala University's art study collection. Free admission invites exploration of modern paintings, sculptures, installations, and photography in a serene historic setting. A museum café in the old castle cellars offers fika breaks amid the art.
Daily 11:00–17:00Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
Tropical Greenhouse
A warm, humid pocket of rainforest inside Uppsala University’s Botanical Garden, the Tropical Greenhouse houses towering palms, orchids, carnivorous plants and a small lotus pond beneath glass. Open seasonally with a modest admission fee, it offers an immersive contrast to Sweden’s temperate outdoors and is especially atmospheric in autumn and winter when the glasshouse glows with tropical colour.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Kungshamn Morga
Kungshamn-Morga is a cherished nature reserve near Knivsta, blending ancient oak groves, lush meadows, dense forests, and Mälaren lake shores. Established in 1963, its 1152 hectares offer hiking trails, swimming spots, panoramic views, and rich biodiversity year-round, with historic manor landscapes and Ice Age formations drawing nature enthusiasts.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1.5–4 hrs
Helga Trefaldighets kyrka
A compact medieval stone church tucked immediately south of Uppsala Cathedral, Helga Trefaldighets kyrka (Holy Trinity) dates from the late 13th–14th centuries and retains Gothic vaulting, 15th-century wall paintings and an intimate Marian chapel. Its low, historic tower, original altar stone and restored medieval murals give this quiet parish church a layered, lived-in feel amid one of Sweden’s richest ecclesiastical landscapes.
Daily 9:00–17:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Sigtuna Town Hall
Sigtuna Town Hall, a diminutive 18th‑century civic building on Stora Gatan, stands on the main square of Sweden’s oldest town. With a compact, symmetrical façade and painted timber walls, it reads like a municipal jewel box amid cobbled streets, church ruins and runestones. The hall’s intimate scale, simple period detailing and central position make it a quiet focal point for history-minded strolls and photography in Sigtuna’s atmospheric old town.
Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
Bolandcity
Bolandcity is a neighbourhood shopping centre on Stångjärnsgatan in Uppsala offering a compact cluster of everyday stores, casual eateries and practical services in a low-rise, suburban setting. It’s a convenient local hub with ample parking, accessible hours through the week and a straightforward, family-friendly layout suited to quick errands, casual lunches and short visits.
Price level $Time to spend 0.2–1.5 hrs
Lina Sandells park
Lina Sandells park is a neighbourhood park in Gottsunda, Uppsala, set along Hugo Alfvéns väg and framed by mature trees, lawns and a well-equipped playground that was refurbished in recent years. It serves as a local green heart for families, informal sport and rest, with paths, seating and colourful play equipment close to residential streets and community amenities.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–2 hrs
Lunsentorpet
Lunsentorpet is a rustic wilderness cabin set in the heart of the Lunsen forest near Knivsta, Sweden. A focal point on the Upplandsleden, the site combines sheltered sleeping space, an open campfire area, boardwalks through wetland, and a spiderweb of forest paths that suit day-hikes or overnight stays. The cabin and nearby lean-tos act as a simple base for exploring pine woods, rocky outcrops and small lakes in a nature reserve setting.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–24 hrs
Gunilla Bell
The Gunilla Bell crowns the battlements of Uppsala Castle’s Styrbiskop bastion — a heavy, historic bell cast in the late 16th century and recast after later fires. Positioned above the city and opposite the cathedral, the bell once signalled curfews, warnings and civic time; today it’s a striking, accessible relic that punctuates the castle’s skyline and offers atmospheric views across Uppsala.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Kulturhuset Grand
Kulturhuset Grand is Uppsala's vibrant cultural center for youth aged 13-18, hosting concerts, workshops, craft evenings, and creative projects in a welcoming space. With cafés like Colorful and Trädgården, it fosters artistic expression and community gatherings amid live music and open-mic events. Open weekdays from afternoon into evening, it's a hub where young ideas turn into reality.
Time to spend 0.5–2.5 hrs
Museum of Medical History
Nestled in the serene Ulleråker area of Uppsala, the Museum of Medical History explores centuries of medical advancements, from folk remedies and apothecary practices to psychiatric care at the historic Ulleråkers hospital. Housed in a striking 19th-century administration building, its exhibits reveal the evolution of healthcare through instruments, artifacts, and immersive displays on body and mind. Open limited days with guided tours available, it offers a poignant glimpse into Sweden's medical past amid tranquil parklands.
Tue 13:00–17:00 · Thu 13:00–17:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Pumphuset
Pumphuset is Uppsala’s 19th-century waterworks, housed in a handsome brick building dating to 1875 that served the city until 1968 and now functions as a municipal-technology museum and education centre highlighting water supply, sanitation and sustainability through interactive exhibits and preserved machinery.
Time to spend 0.8–1.5 hrs
Höganäs park
A compact, green neighbourhood park on Höganäsgatan in the Höganäs quarter of Uppsala, Höganäs Park (locally known as Höganäshöjden) is a small urban hill and play area with grassy slopes, mature trees and simple play equipment. Locals use it year-round for dog walks, picnics, ball games and winter sledging; the park’s gently rising terrain gives pleasant views across nearby residential streets and an open, village-like feel.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–2 hrs
Borgardalsbadet
Borgardalsbadet is a serene natural bathing spot on the southern shore of Lötsjön lake in Länna, featuring a 50m sandy beach, multiple piers, expansive grassy areas, and surrounding woodland. This easily accessible public beach offers a peaceful retreat for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking amid Uppsala's natural beauty, ideal for families and nature lovers seeking a refreshing escape.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1–4 hrs
Castle park
Castle Park, nestled at the foot of Uppsala Castle on Kung Jans väg, offers a serene green escape amid the historic heart of Uppsala. This lush urban oasis features winding paths, shaded lawns, and seasonal blooms, perfect for picnics, leisurely strolls, or quiet reflection with sweeping views toward the Renaissance fortress above. Adjacent to the castle's elevated ridge, the park blends natural tranquility with cultural proximity, inviting visitors to unwind in the shadow of Sweden's royal past. Free access year-round makes it an effortless highlight for any Uppsala itinerary.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Frodeparken Uppsala
Frodeparken is a charming 1930s park tucked in central Uppsala, bounded by Salagatan to the northeast and the railway tracks to the southwest. This leafy green oasis features a playground for children, beautiful sculptures, and open spaces perfect for picnics and relaxation amid the city's buzz. Nearby modern residential buildings with innovative solar-integrated facades add a contemporary edge, offering skyline views toward Uppsala's center. Ideal for a serene pause near the train station, it blends historic parkland with urban vitality.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Viltvattnet i Vedyxaskogen
Nestled in the serene Vedyxaskogen forest just outside Uppsala, Viltvattnet is a thoughtfully created wetland designed to attract forest wildlife. Accessible trails lead through lush woodland to open water areas teeming with birds and animals, offering peaceful birdwatching, short hikes, and picnic spots amid Sweden's natural beauty. Ideal for families and nature enthusiasts seeking a quick escape from the city.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
ORKESTA GRANBY GÅRD
Nestled in the serene landscapes of Vallentuna, Orkesta Granby Gård is a modern working farm enveloped by profound Viking heritage. Home to Uppland's largest runic inscription, ancient grave fields, and reconstructed longhouse platforms, it blends contemporary rural life with millennia-old history. Visitors explore trails, savor farm-fresh produce at the Hökeriet shop and café, and immerse in guided tours revealing Sweden's Iron Age past amid rolling fields and woodlands.
Price level $Time to spend 1–3 hrs
Marielunds Station
Marielund Station is a small, well‑preserved heritage railway station on the Upsala‑Lenna (Lennakatten) line east of Uppsala, Sweden. Housed in wooden station buildings dating from the late 19th century, it retains period details, a lively station café and sidings where steam and vintage diesel locomotives are serviced. The station acts as a focal point for heritage train services and occasional special events, offering a charming rural rail experience in a leafy, pastoral setting.
Price level $Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Linneanum
Step into Linneanum, a neoclassical gem in Uppsala's Botanical Garden, housing one of Sweden's rare surviving orangeries. Home to Linnaeus's ancient bay laurels, century-old cacti, and Mediterranean plants, it serves as a living link to 18th-century botany. Plants retreat here in winter, freeing the elegant halls for exhibitions and events during summer. Open Tuesday to Friday, 9am-3pm, with free admission.
Tue–Fri 9:00–15:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Skoklosters Kyrka
Nestled on the scenic Sko Peninsula by Lake Mälaren, Skoklosters Kyrka is a 13th-century medieval church renowned for its expansive brick interior, authentic stonework, and historical ties to a Cistercian nunnery. Adjacent to the grand Skokloster Castle, it features guided tours highlighting textiles, the organ loft, and bell tower. Open daily with professional guides available in English and German, it offers a serene space for worship and reflection amid Uppland's tranquil landscapes. Capacity limited to 250 visitors.
Wed–Sun 11:00–16:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Lily of the Valley Park
Liljekonvaljeholmen is a classic folkpark set on the banks of the Fyris River in northern Sunnersta, Uppsala. Established as a meeting place with open-air dance, grassy lawns and riverside trees, it blends community events, live dance evenings and quiet natural stretches beside the water. Visitors find informal picnic spots, shaded promenades and a small, convivial stage area that has hosted music and dance since the mid‑20th century.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Sigtuna Strandpromenad
Sigtuna Strandpromenad is a serene lakeside boardwalk in Sweden's oldest town, offering stunning views of Lake Mälaren, a historic rune stone, picnic spots, and a nearby mini-golf area. Perfect for leisurely strolls, sunbathing, and family relaxation amid Viking heritage.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Vasaborgen Uppsala Slott
Vasaborgen preserves the evocative ruins of Uppsala Castle's original 16th-century fortress, built by Gustav Vasa in 1549. Explore atmospheric underground chambers, red-brick walls, and remnants of royal apartments where kings, queens, and dark historical events unfolded, including the infamous Sture Murders. This free history museum offers guided tours revealing tales of intrigue, power struggles, and sudden deaths amid the castle's strategic hilltop setting overlooking Uppsala.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Mörby Castle
Perched amid gently rolling Uppland farmland near Rånäs, the stone shell of Mörby Castle traces a story from medieval manor to Renaissance residence and eventual ruin. Weathered walls, grassy courtyards and scattered foundation stones give a strong sense of layered centuries: a silhouette of once-grand towers, historic masonry details and the quiet of a site reclaimed by nature and local memory.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Västerängsudds Rastplats
Västerängsudds Rastplats is a serene rest area and entry to Västerängsudd Nature Reserve on a Mälaren peninsula near Märsta. Enjoy lake vistas, ancient pines along rocky shores, grazed meadows, and trails through noble broadleaf woods. Perfect for picnics, swims, and nature immersion amid rich flora and fauna.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2.5 hrs
Walmstedtska Gården
Walmstedtska Gården is a preserved professor's home from the late 19th century in Uppsala's Karin district, offering a captivating glimpse into academic life of the era. Managed by Upplandsmuseet, this historic house features pearl embroidery, polished copperware, and creaking wooden floors that evoke a bygone world. Open primarily for guided tours and group bookings on select days, it provides an intimate encounter with Uppsala's scholarly heritage near the bustling city center.
Fri 14:00–16:00Price level $Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Lennakatten
Step aboard Lennakatten, Uppsala's cherished narrow-gauge heritage railway, for a 33 km journey through Uppland's enchanting countryside. Ride historic steam locomotives, diesel engines, or vintage railcars from Uppsala Östra station, passing sparkling lakes, dense forests, and quaint villages. Operating mainly from May to September with Sunday services and summer expansions, this preserved line offers nostalgic travel on Sweden's unique 891 mm gauge tracks, evoking the railway's origins since 1876.
Price level $Time to spend 1.5–4 hrs
Linne's Sävja HB
Nestled in Uppsala's serene countryside, Linne's Sävja is Carl Linnaeus' cherished rural retreat, now a museum with a reconstructed study, medicinal herb garden, and cultural events. This historic farmhouse offers a peaceful escape revealing the botanist's personal life amid idyllic gardens and farm surroundings.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
K Karaoke Uppsala
K Karaoke Uppsala is a lively downtown karaoke bar offering private karaoke rooms of varying sizes, late-night weekend hours and a party-focused atmosphere on Västra Ågatan in central Uppsala. Popular for group nights and private parties, the venue combines compact themed rooms, a drink menu and room-service style hosting for singalongs and celebrations.
Wed–Thu 20:00–1:00 · Fri–Sat 19:00–3:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs
Mouse bakery
Tucked away on Smedsgränd 2 in Uppsala's charming old town, the Mouse Bakery is a whimsical miniature diorama depicting a tiny bakery run by mice. Created by artist Jekaterina Pertoft as part of Uppsala's enchanting Mouse Houses series, this free outdoor installation features minuscule loaves, pastries, and baking tools that spark wonder in visitors of all ages. Always accessible, it invites a moment of delight amid the historic streets.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 15–45 min
Upplands Trail (Bålsta to Älvkarleby)
The Upplands Trail from Bålsta to Älvkarleby forms a captivating segment of Sweden's 500 km Upplandsleden hiking network, winding through lush forests, serene lakes, open meadows, and historic landscapes of Uppland. This well-marked path offers diverse terrain for hikers of all levels, with opportunities to spot wildlife, explore nature reserves, and discover cultural heritage sites like old ironworks and baroque castles. Ideal for day hikes or multi-day adventures, it showcases the region's natural beauty and tranquility year-round.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1.5–6 hrs
Ultnaåsen Cliffside observation post
Perched on the edge of Uppsalaåsen esker ridge, Ultnaåsen Cliffside Observation Post offers sweeping panoramic views across Uppsala's landscapes. This serene natural vantage point rewards visitors with vistas of forests, fields, and distant cathedral spires, ideal for quiet contemplation amid Sweden's rugged terrain. Accessible via nearby trails, it blends cliffside drama with peaceful woodland surroundings.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Sweden Solar System Titan
In Uppsala's Celsius Square on Svartbäcksgatan, discover the Titan model from the Sweden Solar System, the world's largest permanent scale model of our solar system. This representation of Saturn's largest moon stands as a highlight in the Uppsala segment, inviting visitors to ponder cosmic scales amid a historic university town setting. Free to view outdoors, it connects to the grand Stockholm-to-Arctic journey of planetary replicas.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Mural, Berlin
A bold, street-art mural located on Nedre Slottsgatan in central Uppsala, this painted façade turns an ordinary street corner into a vivid urban canvas. Visible from the city centre near Uppsala Castle and university precincts, the mural adds contemporary colour to the historic streetscape and is a popular stop for photography, short contemplative pauses and informal art-spotting walks.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Charcoal-burner hut in Fjällnora
Kolarkojan is a reconstructed charcoal-burner hut tucked into the forested edge of Fjällnora nature reserve near Uppsala, offering a small, atmospheric glimpse of Sweden’s rural charcoal-making past. Set beside pine and birch, the timber shelter and adjacent hearth sit along a short walking trail and are presented as an interpretive, self-guided stop within a larger recreational area popular for swimming, skiing and lakeside recreation.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Sankt Eriks källa
A small historic spring in central Uppsala tied to the medieval cult of Saint Erik, the city's patron and legendary king. The modest stone-lined well and iron pump sit near the cathedral and old town, marking a place long associated with miracle stories and the city's medieval pilgrim route. Today the spring is a quiet heritage feature—part natural source, part urban memorial—where the sound of water and old ironwork recall centuries of local devotion and practical use.
Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
Ostmysteriet och Forsränningen i Mus-sala
In the heart of Uppsala's Svartbäcksgatan, discover enchanting window installations depicting a whimsical mouse world. Artist Jekaterina Pertoft's detailed scenes unfold an ostmysteriet (cheese mystery) and forsränningen (river rafting) adventure among mice, complete with interactive sounds activated by buttons. These free, always-accessible displays blend artistry, storytelling, and subtle Uppsala references, captivating passersby with intricate miniatures of thieving mice fleeing through the city. Part of a series including Musbageriet, they invite repeated visits to spot new details in the cobblestone street setting.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Odinslund (park)
Odinslund is a small, leafy park in Uppsala’s historic Fjärdingen quarter, sitting between Drottninggatan and the cathedral hill. Framed by mature trees and trimmed lawns, it provides a quiet green link between university buildings, the Archbishop’s residence and the older churches nearby. The park is compact and easily read on foot, offering benches, a modest path network and a sense of calm in the city’s academic heart.
Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
Sävja 4H-gård
Sävja 4H-gård is a family-focused community farm on Linnés Sävja in northern Uppsala, set beside historic Linnaeus country lanes and Sävja church. The working 4H site hosts horses, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits and an amiable donkey; it runs children's animal camps, hands-on activities and seasonal events while preserving a small-scale rural atmosphere within easy reach of the city. The site interweaves local farming, youth education and Linnaeus-era heritage in a tranquil countryside pocket just outside central Uppsala.
Price level $Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Sigtuna
Founded around AD 980, Sigtuna is Sweden’s oldest continuously occupied town, a compact lakeside settlement of timber houses, runestones, church ruins and a narrow medieval main street that curves down to the water. The town’s thousand-year history is visible in its stone inscriptions, Stora Gatan’s wooden façades and the tranquil quay where ferries and summer strollers gather.
Price level $Time to spend 1–4 hrs
Speakers Corner
In the heart of Uppsala's bustling Storgatan, Speakers' Corner stands as a vibrant public forum where anyone can mount a soapbox and voice their opinions. Located at Storgatan 26 amid the city's lively pedestrian street, this open-air spot embodies Sweden's commitment to free speech, drawing locals and visitors for impassioned debates, street performances, and casual discourse. Surrounded by historic architecture and shops, it pulses with energy on weekends, offering a raw glimpse into contemporary Swedish society. No entry fees or schedules—debates ignite spontaneously, making every visit unpredictable and engaging. Perfect for soaking in Uppsala's intellectual vibe.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Offentligt konstverk
A discreet piece of public art located on Storgatan 24 in central Uppsala, this work is one of many in the city’s deliberate public-art programme that punctuates streets, buildings and civic spaces. Situated amid historic 19th–20th-century urban fabric, the artwork invites close inspection: look for material details, scale relative to the building and the way light and passers-by change its appearance throughout the day.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Carolina Rediviva
Carolina Rediviva, Uppsala University's main library building, stands as Sweden's oldest and largest university library since its 1841 inauguration. Named 'the revived Carolina' after a demolished predecessor, it houses over five million volumes, including the priceless 6th-century Codex Argenteus, the Silver Bible. The monumental neoclassical structure features grand halls, reading rooms, and a free exhibition of rare manuscripts, offering a serene academic haven amid historic surroundings. Expansions in the 1880s and beyond adapted it for growing collections, blending tradition with modern digitization efforts.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Upssala hives
Odinslund Park is a serene green oasis in Uppsala's historic Fjärdingen neighborhood, nestled between the towering Uppsala Cathedral and the majestic Carolina Rediviva library. This leafy park along Drottninggatan offers tranquil paths shaded by mature trees, connecting key landmarks while providing a peaceful retreat amid the city's ecclesiastical and academic heart. Adjacent to the Holy Trinity Church, it invites quiet reflection with its swan pond views and historical whispers from Sweden's medieval past. Ideal for leisurely strolls, picnics, or simply soaking in the blend of nature and heritage.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Sankt Eriks Källa
Sankt Eriks källa is a small historic spring and memorial spot beside Uppsala Cathedral, associated in local tradition with King Erik the Holy (Erik den helige) and the medieval Erik cult. The site today features an iron pump set into a stone wall and a modest paved square; the original source fed community water systems for centuries and was later connected to the municipal network so the pump again dispenses potable water.
Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
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