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The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

4.7(7)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 7 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

About this activity

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.

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

Not included

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

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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