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Tourist Attractions in Uppsala

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Uppsala. Photos, reviews, descriptions, and links to maps.

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About Uppsala

Uppsala blends a venerable university town with a livable, modern Swedish city just north of Stockholm. Its crown jewels are the Gothic Uppsala Cathedral, the largest church in Scandinavia, and the centuries-old Uppsala University, home to Sweden’s oldest public library, Carolina Rediviva. History fans explore Gamla Uppsala with royal burial mounds and Viking-era artifacts, while science enthusiasts visit the Gustavianum and the Linnaeus Garden, celebrating Sweden’s great naturalists. The city sits beside the Fyris River, offering scenic strolls, lush parks, and the Botanical Garden’s plant collections. With vibrant cafes, museums, and a lively student vibe, Uppsala invites intellectual wanderers and culture lovers alike.

Top-14 Tourist Attractions in Uppsala

Vasa Museum — Museum, rated 4.8/5 1
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Vasa Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ 67,601 reviews

Nestled on Stockholm's Djurgården, the Vasa Museum houses the 17th-century warship Vasa, salvaged after a dramatic 1628 voyage and almost perfectly preserved. It's not in Uppsala, contrary to some listings; the museum brings history vividly to life through the towering timber hull, elaborate carvings, and the surrounding exhibits that explain its ambitious maritime era. Visitors can expect immersive displays, artefacts, and informative placards, with English audio guides and family-friendly interactives. A visit offers a tangible glimpse into naval power, engineering, and Swedish royal ambition, making it a highlight of a Stockholm trip.

Galärvarvsvägen 14, 115 21 Stockholm, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Uppsala Cathedral — Adventure Sports, rated 4.7/5 2
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Uppsala Cathedral

4.7 ★★★★★ 7,161 reviews

Uppsala Cathedral is Sweden’s largest church and a landmark Gothic masterpiece that dominates the city’s skyline with its soaring 118-meter spire. Founded in the 13th century and completed over the following centuries, it is equally a royal archive and a living house of worship, housing the graves of medieval Swedish kings and pivotal bishops. Inside, visitors discover exquisite medieval sculpture, elegant chapels, and a magnificent organ with concerts that echo through its vaulted aisles. Expect guided tours, atmospheric crypts, and panoramic tower views that reward climbers with sweeping Uppsala scenes.

Domkyrkoplan, 753 10 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Open now
  • Monday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Liseberg — Theme park, rated 4.5/5 3
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Liseberg

4.5 ★★★★★ 40,743 reviews

Liseberg is Sweden’s iconic amusement park, situated in Gothenburg, not Uppsala, and it draws millions of visitors each year. The park combines adrenaline-pumping roller coasters, family-friendly rides, and beautifully landscaped gardens with ponds and sculptures, all set around a central square that hosts seasonal concerts and fireworks. Visitors can plan for a full day of thrills on the wooden coaster, charming carousels for youngsters, and engaging performances. Expect delicious Nordic bites, charming cafés, and a welcoming, carnival atmosphere that makes Liseberg a standout city escape year-round.

Örgrytevägen 5, 402 22 Göteborg, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Open now
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
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  • ThursdayClosed
  • Friday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday12:00 – 8:00 PM
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Skansen — Historic site, rated 4.5/5 4
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Skansen

4.5 ★★★★★ 34,720 reviews

Skansen in Uppsala is a captivating open‑air historic site perched near the ancient Gamla Uppsala mounds, where centuries of Swedish history unfold in a compact, walkable landscape. Visitors wander between reconstructed farmsteads, timber cottages and the atmospheric church ruins, each detail offering a window into rural life from the Viking and medieval eras. Knowledgeable guides bring stories of kings, rites and daily work to life during intimate demonstrations, while a small museum collection rounds out the experience. Expect peaceful paths, scenic river views and a sense of time travel.

Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, 115 21 Stockholm, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Botanical Garden — Garden, rated 4.6/5 5
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Botanical Garden

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,838 reviews

The Botanical Garden in Uppsala is one of Sweden’s oldest, established in 1655 and now maintained by Uppsala University. It blends historic glasshouses with welcoming outdoor spaces, offering a world of plant life from alpine to tropical specimens. Visitors can wander tranquil paths past ponds, a fragrant rose garden, and seasonal displays, then explore medicinal and native plant collections rooted in scientific history. It’s ideal for a leisurely day of discovery, family strolls, or focused plant-spotting, with informative signs, occasional guided tours, and a peaceful backdrop just west of the town center.

Villavägen 6-8, 752 36 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Open now
  • Monday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Stadsträdgården — Park, rated 4.5/5 6
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Stadsträdgården

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,777 reviews

Stadsträdgården, the city garden of Uppsala, is a charming public park centered around a serene lake and manicured lawns just steps from the historic center. A quintessential respite for locals and visitors, it blends formal gardens, shaded paths, and playful water features with easy access to cafés and the cathedral’s skyline in view. Visit to jog, picnic, or admire seasonal flower beds, lamps at dusk, and a creative sculpture corner. In summer the café buzzes, and autumn brings crisp air and stunning colors, making Stadsträdgården a peaceful urban refuge year-round.

753 09 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours Open now
  • MondayOpen 24 hours
  • TuesdayOpen 24 hours
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Furuviksparken — Theme park, rated 4.2/5 7
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Furuviksparken

4.2 ★★★★★ 6,471 reviews

Furuviksparken is a unique blend of wildlife park and amusement park set in a scenic seaside landscape near Uppsala. It offers an inviting mix of animal encounters, shows, and family-friendly rides, making it ideal for a day trip with kids or wildlife lovers. Expect up-close experiences with sea lions, monkeys, bears, and penguins, as well as gentle rides, a wooden coaster, and seasonal events that add music and activity. The park combines conservation-minded exhibits with entertaining attractions, delivering a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere, beautiful views, and easy, accessible paths for all ages.

Dannemansvägen 4, 814 91 Furuvik, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • WednesdayClosed
  • ThursdayClosed
  • FridayClosed
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Uppsala Castle — Castle, rated 4.3/5 8
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Uppsala Castle

4.3 ★★★★★ 3,925 reviews

Uppsala Castle sits proudly on a hill overlooking the city, a centuries-old fortress whose current silhouette dates to the 16th and 17th centuries after rebuilding following fires. Today it houses government offices and hosts guided tours, museum exhibitions, and royal apartments. Visitors can tour historic halls, stroll ornate gardens, and climb the tower for sweeping views of the cathedral and the river. Guided tours reveal Sweden’s regal and scholarly heritage. The surrounding Old Town and castle grounds create a contemplative backdrop for a fika and photography.

Drottning Christinas väg 1, 752 37 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday12:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Friday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday12:00 – 5:00 PM
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Old Uppsala Archaeological Park — Historic site, rated 4.5/5 9
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Old Uppsala Archaeological Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,460 reviews

Old Uppsala Archaeological Park preserves the dramatic ruins of the ancient religious and political heart of Sweden. Set around the vast ceremonial mounds and the site once dominated by the great temple and royal power, the park offers a tangible link to Viking and early medieval Sweden. Visitors stroll shaded paths between earthworks, stone settings, and informative panels that recount legends of gods, kings, and sacrifices. Expect quiet lakeside views, a small museum nearby, and a sense of standing where generations shaped national history.

Disavägen, 754 40 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours Open now
  • MondayOpen 24 hours
  • TuesdayOpen 24 hours
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Old Uppsala museum — Museum, rated 4.3/5 10
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Old Uppsala museum

4.3 ★★★★★ 1,258 reviews

Old Uppsala museum (Gamla Uppsala) is a compact archaeological and cultural museum that chronicles the area’s ancient religious and royal history, long before Uppsala became a university city. Visitors can explore artifacts from the Viking Age, view burial items from the great mound cemetery, and learn about the legendary kings and the sacred landscape around the old temple site. The exhibitions mix artifacts, reconstructions, and multimedia displays, giving insight into daily life, ritual practices, and early Sweden. It’s a thought-provoking stop just north of Uppsala’s city center.

Disavägen 15, 754 40 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • Monday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Wik's Castle — Castle, rated 4.3/5 11
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Wik's Castle

4.3 ★★★★★ 1,198 reviews

Wik's Castle in Uppsala is a red-brick fortress perched above the city, a medieval stronghold that blends centuries of history with sweeping views over the river Fyris and the cathedral spires. Visitors wander through atmospheric courtyards, climb stone staircases, and explore well-preserved halls that once sheltered nobles and soldiers. The onsite museum offers artifacts from the castle’s turbulent past, while guided tours bring legends of sieges and royal visits to life. Accessible by tram and foot, the site pairs scenic strolls with educational immersion, especially appealing to history buffs and families.

Viks Mur 29, 755 91 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: Closed Closed now
  • Monday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
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Linnaeus garden — Garden, rated 4.4/5 12
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Linnaeus garden

4.4 ★★★★★ 707 reviews

The Linnaeus Garden in Uppsala is a small, historic botanical garden housed next to the famous Linnaeus House, where the father of taxonomy lived and worked. Founded to illustrate 18th‑century botany, it preserves and recreates Linnaeus’s plant collection with around 1,700 species thoughtfully arranged in orderly, seasonally vibrant beds. Visitors can wander winding paths, admire medicinal and edible plants, and glimpse herbarium displays, while learning about Linnaeus’s groundbreaking classifications. Open from spring to autumn, the garden offers guided tours, urban tranquility, and a tangible link to Sweden’s botanical heritage.

Svartbäcksgatan 27 B, 753 32 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Closed now
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • WednesdayClosed
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Biotopia, Uppsala — Museum, rated 4.4/5 13
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Biotopia, Uppsala

4.4 ★★★★★ 664 reviews

Biotopia in Uppsala is an interactive science museum dedicated to life, nature, and how living systems work. Visitors wander through hands-on exhibits that explore ecosystems, genetics, evolution, and human impact on the environment, making complex biology approachable for all ages. The museum blends striking visuals with engaging activities, from microscope stations to tactile displays, encouraging curiosity and experimentation. Expect immersive storytelling, temporary themed exhibitions, and opportunities to observe local biodiversity alongside global science, plus family-friendly workshops and guided tours that deepen understanding while highlighting Sweden’s natural heritage.

Vasagatan 4, 753 13 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Upplands Museum — Museum, rated 4.3/5 14
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Upplands Museum

4.3 ★★★★★ 648 reviews

Upplandsmuseet in Uppsala is a regional museum that brings the story of Uppland to life through archaeology, historical objects, and contemporary culture. Permanent and temporary exhibitions trace everything from Viking-age finds and medieval town life to the region’s industrial development and design heritage. Interactive displays and hands-on activities make it especially appealing for families, while curated galleries offer thoughtful insights for curious adults. Located in the city center by the river, the museum also hosts lectures, a café, and a well-stocked shop, making it a companionable gateway to local history.

S:t Eriks torg 10, 753 10 Uppsala, Sweden
Opening hours · Today: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Closed now
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday12:00 – 5:00 PM
  • Friday12:00 – 5:00 PM
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