The 10 Best Day Trips from in Uppsala County, Uppsala County

Skokloster Castle is Swedens´ most important monument from the Swedish Age of Greatness when Sweden was one of the most powerful countries in Europe. It was built between 1654-1676 for the noble Swedish statesman and military commander Carl Gustaf Wrangel. It is a world class attraction from the Baroque era with some 50 000 objects in the collections. Sigtuna is often mentioned as the oldest city in Sweden with a city plan that goes back at least 1 000 years. You will feel the historic atmosphere when we walk along the main street (Stora Gatan). We will among other things see the old Town Hall on the Town Square, medieval church ruins, Saint Mary´s Church from 1247 and some genuine rune stones. We will walk on the waterfront promenade along lake Mälaren and there will be some time to eat lunch and to do some individual shopping and strolling in the old city center.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

Carl Linnaeus (Carl von Linné, 1707–1778) is one of the world’s best-known scientists. Linnaeus’ was a multi talented scientist that could call himself physician, botanist, geologist, zoologist and philosopher. He travelled, he observed, recorded, tested, analysed and published a large variety of manuscripts on many different topics. He sought a universal classification of all creation, animal, vegetable and mineral. It is called taxonomy: a classification system for the natural world to for the naming of species and order them according to their characteristics and relationships with one another. He spent more than 50 years in Uppsala and we will walk in his footsteps and see and experience some of the things and sights he saw some 300 years ago. Come and see some of the unique legacy he left behind and learn more about him and his contribution to our lives today!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

Uppsala is one of Sweden's oldest and most interesting cities. As this is a bespoke Private Tour we will take you to the places that you find the most interesting and that is accessible the actual day. We have 4 hours to spend in Uppsala and we will visit/pass attractions like The Royal Mounds and museum in Gamla (Old) Uppsala, The Church of Gamla Uppsala, The Carolus Linnaeus Garden and Museum, The Uppsala Cathedral, The Gustavianum Museum, The University Main Building, The University Library - Carolina Rediviva, The Botanical Garden, The Museum of Evolutions, Gunnes Viking Farm you can also choose to have some free time for shopping and a traditional Swedish fika in the picturesque city. As every tour is bespoke we have not included entrance fees in this tour. Uppsala is waiting for you. Are you ready? Book this trip today!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Entrance fees

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

The only private day trip to Uppsala from Stockholm. Uppsala is the fourth largest city in Sweden. It is famous for having the oldest and most traditional university in the country, founded in 1477. The young feel and student vibe is easy to feel in Uppsala. The city is also known for the Cathedral, it took roughly 150 years to complete and is the largest in Scandinavia. Swedish kings have been coronated here and some even buried. Many important Swedes lived and died in Uppsala, you can visit the tombs of Carl Linneaus (founder of the naming system for plants), Dag Hammarskjold (UN General Secretary) and Anders Celsius (the temperature scale). Take your time and walk around for a nice lunch of your own choosing. You can also shop at the traditional central market and modern Downtown area. You will also visit the Old Uppsala. This archaeological site has been inhabited for more than 1500 years and is seen as the most important settlement of early Sweden.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuties (optional)

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

This is a unique opportunity to combine two important ancient cities of Sweden, to hear the interesting story of your private guide on a comfortable car.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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This tour is a great opportunity to combine two interesting excursions, a visit to one of the most beautiful castles in Sweden, as well as a city where you can see the remains of the Viking settlement ruins.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, WiFi on board

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This tour is a great opportunity to combine two interesting excursions, a visit to one of the most beautiful castles in Sweden, as well as a city where you can see the remains of the Viking settlement ruins.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, WiFi on board

Exclusions:

This is a unique opportunity to combine two important ancient cities of Sweden, to hear the interesting story of your private guide on a comfortable car.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, WiFi on board

Exclusions: