What to do and see in Uppsala County, Uppsala County: The Best Cultural Tours

Uncover a great amount of Viking history on this 8-hour tour from Stockholm into the lovely Swedish countryside. Venture in the company of a expert local/regional history guide and get to know the Viking Swedes. Go to Sigtuna, the oldest still existing town in Sweden and walk by the 18th-century traditional wooden houses on the main street that still have its original Viking age stretch, travel back in time. Hear tales on Viking mythology and sagas. Another amazing highlight of this tour is the Old Uppsala burial mounds who are more than 50 meters wide / 150 feet wide! Also see the Uppsala Cathedral, the biggest church in the Nordic countries! Transportation from and back to your hotel is included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Stockholm. Pick-up and drop-off at cruise port is also possible., Private tour, All taxes and surcharges, Driver/vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Uppsala and Sigtuna lie just north of Stockholm and make for a perfect day trip or longer stay. Gothic Uppsala Domkyrka, or Uppsala Cathedral. Inaugurated in 1435, Gothic re-styled in the 19th century, it is a must see/do in Uppsala.Gamla (Old) Uppsala, just north of the city, boasts impressive 6th century burial mounds and in its museum you can learn about the legend of the Svea kings and gory human sacrifices. Another ‘must’ in Uppsala is Carl von Linné, Sweden’s greatest ever scientist and father of modern taxonomy.  For the low down on Sigtuna’s history visit Sigtuna Museum for its brilliant exhibitions and displays. For some ancient Viking detective work, pop into the museum or Tourist Office on Stora gatan and ask or a futhark, or key. This will help you unlock the mysteries of the town’s more than 150 rune stones. Careful how you pronounce futhark though. Duration: 6 hours Distance: 70 km out of Stockholm

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional art historian guide, Snacks

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Lunch

Uppsala is a historic city with Viking and Medieval roots that’s just a 40 minute train ride north of Stockholm. Join a like-minded Host and discover fabled, royal burial mounds, a university which was founded in 1477, the oldest Gothic Cathedral in Scandinavia and museums and galleries that are packed with fascinating culture. Cosy up for fika in one of Uppsala’s many coffee shops, stroll along the river towards the city’s historic districts and, visit the castle and discover a 400 year old anatomical theatre. Within 24 hours of your booking, we will contact you to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded Host to create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do. With just one day to explore and a Host by your side, you’ll be able to make the most of the cultural and historic gems that Uppsala has to offer!

Inclusions: Private and personalised itinerary, 7 hours with a Host , Train and bus ticket, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience, Entrance fees to any attractions, Gratuities (optional)

We are flexible and efficient to meet our guests needs. We do not spare any effort to make your experience a success.

Inclusions: Private transportation, A lunch break ( a light meal & coffee), Entry tickets to all attractions.

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We are very flexible and devote a great attention to our guests needs and we do adjust our tours according to the travellers interests and wishes.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Breakfast, Entry tickets to all attractions.

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. What legends are hidden in Uppsala Cathedral? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Why is 17th-century built Skokloster Castle popular today? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Uppsala. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What magic is behind The Linnaean Garden? What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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Book a tour back to a diffiren't city, hear about the Uppsala castle from the outside and the wild time of the Vasa family on the throne. One who abdicated here, Queen christina of Sweden, and one's rule ending with the killing of the Sture family right here at the castle. Explore the Italian design for the cannon bastions and the defensive castle turning into a renesanse castle who'se gate is left today. Also explore the bastions Gräsgården, for vegitables, and styrbiskop, ruling the bishop, with the royal bell still calling at 6am and 9am saying "no fire in the city until day".

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: gratitudes

Private tour. Visit the city of Uppsala and explore the curious, strange and wierd history that Uppsala university have, as the oldest university in the Nordic countries you got many tales. All from the student writing a contract with th devil to the artic cat who got broke by building the university main building and much more than so. Only run if at least two travelers book.

Inclusions: Entrance to Uppsala Cathedral

Exclusions: Gratuities

Take a visit to one of Sweden's most iconic historic Viking and Vendel era sites with a professional guide on the area in question in 90min telling about the site, the excevations who have taken place and life during that time. Private tour.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: gratitudes