Things to do & places to visit in Uppsala County, Sweden

Uppsala County #9 destination in Sweden 2023. The average rating score is 4.32 based on 4.291 traveler reviews, of 105 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Stockholm, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 15:24.

Top things to do (33)

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4.5 Uppsala Domkyrka (1.039 reviews)
- Such a stunning and majestic cathedral
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

One of the most beautiful cathedrals I have every seen. Majestic, with a lot of the original 13th century decor in place. Recommend going to Upplands Museum first, as it shows the history of this cathedral, making your experience a lot more meaningful. It is also calm and peaceful. There is a tresoury museum in the tower, but did not get a chance to see it as it was closed for Easter. Check more information in the souvenier shop. See more..
4.5 Gamla Uppsala (469 reviews)
- Bronze Age burial mounds
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

There is a well-signposted trail from the cathedral to Gamla Uppsala which takes a bit over an hour to walk. In good weather, it's a lovely trip. The site itself is not spectacular, but has a good museum for the historical background (guided tours available in English) and a nice restaurant/café nearby. See more..
4.5 Botaniska Trädgården (325 reviews)
- Tropical house
Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Gardens

The Botanical Garden is one of Uppsala's most popular destinations. Here, you can enjoy the grandiose Baroque Garden, visit the 200 year old Orangery with its beautiful grand halls or find inspiration for home gardening among rockery plants, vegetables, summer plants and in the systemic quarters of woody plants. The Tropical Greenhouse is home to Uppsala's only rainforest! For open hours in the glass houses see web page. The tropical Greenhouse is usually open Tuesday-Sunday. The Orangery is usually open Tuesday-Friday (Holidays closed). See more..
4.5 Museum Gustavianum (284 reviews)
- Fantastic museum!!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this museum!! Lots of interesting history of the university, Egypt, Vikings, and a great exhibit for the senses! Worth the price, highly recommend :) See more..
4.5 Skokloster Castle (208 reviews)
- Marvellous baroque castle
Historic Sites • Castles

A magnificent day out!Visit one of the world’s finest Baroque castles, located in beautiful surroundings on the shore of Mälaren. Skokloster castle was built during Sweden’s period as a Great Power in the 17th century, and is the biggest private house ever built in Sweden. Visit the Wrangel state apartment on your own or take a guided tour through beautiful rooms and halls that are filled with original furnishings from different centuries. They have magnificent arts and crafts, thrilling paintings and the castle also has also a large armoury.In the summer you can take boats to Skokloster Castle from Uppsala and Sigtuna. ADMISSION Adult SEK 70 GUIDED TOUR supplement of SEK 40. Admission free for persons aged up to 18. See more..
4.5 Linnaeus Garden (206 reviews)
- What a story!
Friday: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens

The Linnaeus Garden was the first botanical garden in Sweden founded in 1655 by Olof Rudbeck the elder. It is laid out in the French Style and restored following Linnaeus' and Carl Harleman's design from 1745. Today approximately 1300 species are grown here. All known to have been cultivated by Linnaeus and arranged according to his own system. The garden is open to public May–September. See more..
4.5 Uppsala University Main Building (98 reviews)
- Beautiful Architecture
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The University Main Building is situated in the center of the town, close to the cathedral. It was built in the 1880s and today it is used for lectures, conferences, concerts and academic festivities. See more..
4.5 The parks of Enkoping (83 reviews)
- Parks...
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

People come from near and far to enjoy Enköping’s parks. We have around 20 parks, of varying character, where perennials have been generously used in large borders. Each park has its own style. The Dream Park, designed by the Dutch landscape architect and plantsman, Piet Oudolf, is the best-known park. In town, there are large parks with areas for playing, sports and picnics. We also have so-called pocket parks, small green oases nestled into the urban landscape with fascinating trees, shrubs and ground covering perennials. In the spring, the Magnolias and Sargent’s Cherries bloom in wonderful nuances of white and pink. At the same time, tulips, narcissi and other plants are bursting into flower. Through July, August and September, the tall, dazzling perennials take over the performance. Flowering in all the colours of the rainbow, they succeed each other during See more..
4.5 Gardsjo Algpark (74 reviews)
- A must go if in Stockholm!
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Gårdsjö Moose Farm - Close encounters with the King of the Forest in his own domain - with an historic tractor we take you out into the fenced forest where you will meet our typical Swedish moose. You will see them up close, the impressive bulls, the beautiful cows and the mischevious youngsters - and maybe even be allowed to touch. Our knowledgeable guide will tell you everything about these magnificient animals - and afterwards you can have a coffe and a look in our nice shop. See more..
4.5 Biotopia - Biologiska Museet (51 reviews)
- Impressive programing in a small space--don't miss this!
Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

This nature center is located a 10-15 minute walk from Uppsala's Central Station (buses & trains) in a small public park surrounded by apartment buildings and businesses. That's what makes this place so impressive. With few staff, a medium sized modern/historic building, and not much outdoor space, it offers many innovative, interactive ways indoor and outdoors to appreciate and become familiar with the natural world that Uppsala's built environment is part of. Staff members are enthusiastic and speak excellent English. It also has a small cafe, an excellent nature gift shop, and information on all the wonderful natural areas to explore in the Uppsala region (most of this info is in Swedish but offers good maps). See more..
4.5 Stadsträdgården (35 reviews)
- Beautiful park
Parks

A really pretty park with a lot of flowers and shrubs. A perfect place to stroll, jog, read or have a pick-nick. Enjoyed the tranquility and beauty of the park. See more..
4.5 Fjällnora Friluftsområde (33 reviews)
- Hiking from Selkna around Trehorningen Lake to Fjallnora friluftsomrade
Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks

I went from Uppsala to Selkna by bus. And I walked to Fjallnora friluftsomrade around the Lake Trehorningen about 5000 ft long for a forest trails in spring. It is amazing that here is very Swedish nature in the forest and lake. I recommend here for a family picnic. There are many kind of sports equipment you can do also. See more..
4.5 Pelle Svanslos lekplats (30 reviews)
- Lovely for smaller kids
Parks • Gardens • Playgrounds

Lovely place, nice shady picnic tables for parents to hide at. Free toilets, water fountain. Not much for the more adventurous older child. See more..
4.5 The Church of Old Uppsala (25 reviews)
- Highly recommend!
Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Architectural Buildings • Cemeteries • Churches & Cathedrals

The church dates back to pagan times and there is much to see inside. Anders Celsius is buried under the carpet about half way down the aisle. Look for a small plaque. There is an old Viking rune in the exterior of the church. There is much to be seen around the church including a beautiful belfry, extensive graveyard, and the burial mounds of ancient times. See more..
4.5 Harkeberga kyrka (24 reviews)
- Beautiful, small church
Churches & Cathedrals

Love the wall paintings and the atmosphere in this small medieval church from the 15th century. Its beauty made me pray intently. See more..
4.5 Skokloster Kyrka (20 reviews)
- Well worth seeing when you visit Skokloster
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

The monastery of Sko - in Swedish being named "Skokloster" was an important place in the medieval times. Now remains the church alone, the monastery buildings are gone since long. The church is indeed well worth visiting if you have spent some hours at the magnificent castle. Skokloster church also houses the impressive tomb chapel of the castle's master: Carl Gustaf Wrangel. See more..
4.5 Vårfrukyrkan (19 reviews)
- Really worth a visit!
Churches & Cathedrals

This church is astonishing in many ways! Beautifully interior with old psintings and decorations and modernised in a really great way to give the church more ways of musical events and other cultural arrangements. See more..
4.5 Orbyhus Slott (17 reviews)
- a real life fairly tale castle
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The grounds around this castle and the beautiful lake make this a real life fairy tale castle. Go for a peaceful walk around and enjoy the view. See more..
4.5 Modelljärnvägens Hus (11 reviews)
- Tiden försvinner
Speciality Museums

Ett mycket bra ställe för den modelljärnvägsintresserade. Har även förankring i gamla miljöer från trakten See more..
4.5 Hjälstaviken Naturreservat (9 reviews)
- Birdwatching place!
Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests

Paradise for birdwatching and nature lovers;) Do not forget to bring your binoculars with you! And happy birding! See more..
4.5 Örskärs fyr (8 reviews)
- Great excursion!
Lighthouses

Very unique habitat and lighthouse! Be sure to bring layers and rain gear - weather can change rapidly! See more..
4.5 Evolutionsmuseet (8 reviews)
- Very Interesting
Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Children's Museums

The Palaeontology Museum is a little known gem, I visited it with friends and would recommend it. Very interesting. See more..
4.5 Dannemora Gruvor (7 reviews)
- Fun and intresting!
Spent 1-2 hours Mines

I live near this place and it is very intresting to look around dannemora. - there is no problem If you forget to bring cash - See more..
4.5 Gamla Uppsala Kyrka (7 reviews)
- Nice visit on a quiet Wednesday morning
Churches & Cathedrals

We were surprised to find the church open on a weekday morning at 9am. Interesting frescos including one of St. George and the dragon. Interesting placing of a church in the middle of ancient burial mounds. Very interesting. See more..
4.5 SLU Kunskapsparken (7 reviews)
- Pedagogical botanic garden
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Universities & Schools • Parks • Gardens

Kunskapsparken (The Knowledge Garden) is a demonstration facility for teaching and research at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) in Uppsala, but it is also a space for recreation and inspiration – open to all. In brief Kunskapsparken extends over 20,000 square metres and is part of the new campus at SLU in Uppsala. The character of the park varies in four main areas: The southern area is called Staden (the City) and adjoins the Logen restaurant at Ultuna. This area is characteristically strict, densely planted and shaded, with vegetation that blends into the urban environment. Staden leads to Trädgården, (the Garden), which is more open and less regimented. Here there are hedges and beds of perennial flowers. Adjoining Trädgården the visitor will find Ullbo Woodland Garden. Further north there is Odlingen (the plantation), which is an experimental area, comprising theOktavia pavilion. Also, you find 14 lawn grass species and a Rosarium with healthy and hardy roses that do not need so much tending. See more..
4.0 Uppsala Castle (Uppsala Slott) (238 reviews)
- Great view
Historic Sites • Art Museums • Government Buildings

The absolute site to have a nice view of the city, though the castle itself is not something spectacular to see. See more..
4.0 Carolina Rediviva University Library (130 reviews)
- My number one choice in Uppsala
Libraries

I strongly recommend a visit at Carolina for all visitors in my home town. In my opinion this is one of Sweden's most beautiful buildings. If you take the lift up to the 4'th stock (I believe it is no 4, it is part of the library that is open to public visitors) you have one of the best views of Uppsala. Also make sure to devote time for the exhibition of antique books and maps, which also includes some war treasures. If you bring children make sure to have an extra hour for playing in the fantastic play area in the park behind the library. See more..
4.0 Abergs museum (83 reviews)
- Great number of Walt Disney memorabilia from the 1930s'
Speciality Museums

Here you can find an exceptional Walt Disney collection dated from 1930s'. You can also find out about the owner Lasse Åberg who is an artist and moviemaker. The coffeeshop is brilliant! A great place to go to when you are in Stockholm. In order to get to Bålstad, where this museum is situated, you take the commuter train from Stockholm Central. From Bålstad you walk 1,5 km. Use SatNav on your mobile. See more..
4.0 Linnaeus' Hammarby (70 reviews)
- E-bike day trip to Linnés Hammarby
Friday: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

The small estate Hammarby, 15 km SE of Uppsala, was bought by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. He wanted a farm on the countryside where he could spend the summers together with his family, away from the unhealthy quarters of Uppsala. Today, few Swedish manor-houses preserve such an authentic milieu. It reflects the private life of Linnaeus as well as his scientific work. See more..
4.0 Helga Trefaldighets kyrka (53 reviews)
- Interesting painted vaults in a pretty much intact building
Churches & Cathedrals

Scale and long-use with late medieval painted vaults make this a warm and inviting architectural space. I have heard from a musician that the acoustics are excellent for live performances, unlike more cavernous churches. See more..