Holiday in Uppsala
City in Sweden — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇸🇪
Country
Sweden
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to September for pleasant weather, late April for the Walpurgis Night celebration of the students
Budget/day
110-170 € (hotel, restaurant)
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Stockholm about 2 hours, then train 40 minutes or direct bus
About Uppsala
Uppsala is Sweden's fourth largest city and a vibrant university center with a history dating back to the Viking Age. Just 40 minutes by train from Stockholm, Uppsala combines academic excellence — the university was founded in 1477 and is the oldest in Scandinavia — with medieval architecture and a surprisingly dynamic cultural scene. The Gothic cathedral of Uppsala is the tallest church in Scandinavia at 119 meters and houses the graves of Swedish kings and the naturalist Carl von Linné. Uppsala Castle, an impressive Renaissance building on the hill overlooking the city, offers panoramic views and houses an art museum. The Linnaeus Botanical Garden, where the famous scientist once conducted research, is a green oasis in the heart of the city. Old Uppsala, just a few kilometers to the north, is one of the most important archaeological sites in Scandinavia — here lie the royal burial mounds from the 5th-6th century, and the Gamla Uppsala Museum tells the story of the Vikings and Norse mythology. Uppsala is a perfect day trip from Stockholm — or a standalone destination for anyone wanting to experience Scandinavian history and student life.
Top 4 highlights in Uppsala
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Uppsala Cathedral
Tallest church in Scandinavia with royal graves and the grave of Carl von Linné
Old Uppsala
Viking Age burial mounds and temple site, one of the most important archaeological sites in Northern Europe
Linnaeus Botanical Garden
Historic garden of the famous naturalist, beautifully restored
Uppsala Castle
Imposing Renaissance building with panoramic views over the city and art museum
Hotels in Uppsala
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Reise-SIM für Uppsala
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Uppsala
Recommended travel time
May to September for pleasant weather, late April for the Walpurgis Night celebration of the students
Summer
Mild, 16-24°C, long days, perfect for sightseeing
Winter
Cold, -3 to -8°C, snow, short days but atmospheric lighting
How much does a holiday in Uppsala cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
60-95 € (hostel, café food)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
110-170 € (hotel, restaurant)
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
190-320 € (boutique hotel, fine dining)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Feasible as a day trip from Stockholm — trains run every 30 minutes, only 40 minutes travel
Visit Old Uppsala in the morning when it is quieter — the burial mounds and museum are impressive
Visit the university library Carolina Rediviva — houses the famous Silver Bible from the 6th century
Rent a kayak on the Fyris River in summer — a leisurely paddling tour through the city
Come at the end of April for Walpurgis Night — students celebrate with hats, singing, and champagne
Food & drink in Uppsala
These specialties you must try!
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