The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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About This Tour in Uppsala

Uppsala is a city of drama and mystery, where every landmark hides a secret from the past. On this walking tour, you’ll walk in the footsteps of royals like Queen Catherine Jagiellon and scientists like Carl von Linne. Their remarkable stories demonstrate how this Swedish city is a hub of innovation. The tour begins in front of the gate to Linnaeus Garden – the country’s oldest botanical garden. You’ll see Uppsala Cathedral, where you’ll hear turbulent stories about royals and discover how the Sture Murders changed the course of Swedish history and paved the way for a new era of kings. As you continue your walk, you’ll pass a small medieval church, the grand Uppsala University Library, and the Royal Gardens on your way to Uppsala Castle. The tour finishes at a magnificent city viewpoint outside the castle. By the end of this tour, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for Uppsala – a city of royals, scholars, and enduring legends that shaped Sweden into what it is today.

Why Visit Uppsala?

Uppsala, Sweden offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Uppsala provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Uppsala

You can reach Uppsala, Sweden by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What's Not Included

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

This self-guided audio tour begins in front of the gate to Linnaeus Garden – the country’s oldest botanical garden

This tour starts at Linnaeus Garden. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

This self-guided audio tour ends just outside the castle, with a beautiful viewpoint of the city.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

This self-guided audio tour begins in front of...

This self-guided audio tour begins in front of the gate to Linnaeus Garden – the country’s oldest botanical garden.

You'll cross over the Jarnbron bridge and hear...

You'll cross over the Jarnbron bridge and hear about student traditions that are still practised to this day.

As you stroll through the Old Town’s charming...

As you stroll through the Old Town’s charming streets along the Fyris River, you’ll learn about Carl von Linne’s unlikely journey to becoming a famous botanist, and hear the quirky tale of how Uppsala University was founded.

On this tour, you'll have an opportunity to...

On this tour, you'll have an opportunity to touch Runic Inscription 489, a real Viking-age stone artifact.

You’ll see Uppsala Cathedral, where you’ll hear turbulent...

You’ll see Uppsala Cathedral, where you’ll hear turbulent stories about royals and discover how the Sture Murders changed the course of Swedish history and paved the way for a new era of kings.

As you continue your walk, you’ll pass Helga...

As you continue your walk, you’ll pass Helga Trefaldighets Kyrka (a small medieval church), the grand Uppsala University Library, and the Royal Gardens on your way to Uppsala Castle.

As you continue your walk, you’ll pass Helga...

As you continue your walk, you’ll pass Helga Trefaldighets Kyrka (a small medieval church), the grand Uppsala University Library, and the Royal Gardens on your way to Uppsala Castle.

On this tour, you'll have a chance to...

On this tour, you'll have a chance to admire the Castle’s Gunilla Bell, which was used to communicate with citizens on the Bastion Styrbiskop.

On this tour, you'll have a chance to...

On this tour, you'll have a chance to admire the Castle’s Gunilla Bell, which was used to communicate with citizens on the Bastion Styrbiskop.

The tour finishes at a magnificent city viewpoint...

The tour finishes at a magnificent city viewpoint outside the castle, where you can learn about modern Uppsala’s strong science and innovation scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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