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Gamla Uppsala, Uppsala, Sweden

Gamla Uppsala

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Gamla Uppsala

Gamla Uppsala in Sweden is like a history lover's time machine. This ancient site takes you back to the Viking Age with its historic burial mounds, rich archaeological finds, and a captivating museum. Feel like a Viking god as you explore the remains of the royal hall and imagine the fierce battles that once raged here. A must-visit for anyone seeking a Nordic adventure!

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Culture4.3/5

Old Uppsala museum

Nestled in the historic heart of Uppsala, the Old Uppsala Museum is a treasure trove for curious minds! Wander through Viking-era exhibits, marvel at ancient burials, and soak in the rich tales of Sweden’s past. Just a quick jaunt from the city center, this charming spot is perfect for history buffs and casual explorers alike. A must-visit!

Landmark4.5/5

Old Uppsala Archaeological Park

Step back in time at Old Uppsala Archaeological Park in Sweden! Explore ancient burial mounds and learn about Viking history in a picturesque setting. Don't forget to check out the museum and gift shop for unique souvenirs. It's a must-visit for history buffs and adventurous travelers alike!

Culture4.6/5

Church of Old Uppsala

Culture4.4/5

Friluftsmuseet Disagården

Landmark4.6/5

Gamla Uppsala

Eat$$$4.1/5

Odinsborg Café & Restaurang

Cafe$$$4.3/5

Cafe Victoria

Stays

Stay$$$$4.6/5

Villa Anna

This intimate Uppsala hotel is housed in a 19th-century building, 100 metres from the Uppsala Cathedral. It offers free Wi-Fi, individually designed guest rooms with city views and an in-house, quality restaurant. Luxury beds and Swedish designer furniture decorate each guest room at Hotel Villa Anna. All have a flat-screen TV, minibar and electric kettle. Bathrobes and slippers are also included for added comfort. Traditional Swedish cuisine with a modern touch is served in Villa Anna’s restaurant. Local produce is used, often organic. The vaulted wine cellar offers a large selection of fine wines. The 24-hour front desk staff will gladly recommend area attractions and restaurants. Uppsala Central Station is 1 km away.

Stay$$$$4.4/5

Grand Hotell Hörnan Hotel

Grand Hotell Hörnan is set in an early 20th-century building, 400 metres from Uppsala Central Station. All rooms include a flat-screen TV, a seating area and free WiFi access. The comfortably designed rooms at Hotell Hörnan offer old-world charm and a work desk. Some include a private balcony with city views. All bathrooms are equipped with a shower and hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is served in the hotel’s stylish dining room. Drinks and light meals are available in the cosy Lobby Bar. The hotel is situated 50 metres from Kungsängsgatan, Uppsala’s main pedestrian street. Uppsala Cathedral is located 500 metres from the hotel.

Stay$$$$4.4/5

Elite Hotel Academia

Elite Hotel Academia is located in central Uppsala, a 1-minute walk from Uppsala Central Station. Guests can enjoy the rooftop sky bar with city views. Free WiFi is offered throughout Elite Hotel Academia. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, minibar and a tiled private bathroom. Some rooms offer city views. When not working out in the gym or relaxing in the sauna, guests can enjoy the on-site gastro pub. A breakfast bag is served on weekdays, while a buffet breakfast is served on weekends. The Asian-inspired restaurant on the 11th floor offers views of central Uppsala. On Sundays, guests can enjoy check-out until 18:00, except during high season. Uppsala Cathedral is located 1 km from the property. Uppsala Castle is 1.2 km from Elite Hotel Academia, while Uppsala Konsert & Kongress is 600 metres away. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is 28 km away.

Stay$$$4.35/5

Akademihotellet

Dating back to 1930, this intimate hotel is within 5 minutes’ walk of Uppsala Cathedral and Uppsala Castle. Akademihotellet’s fresh rooms have a flat-screen satellite TV, private bathroom and desk. Many feature high ceilings with large windows, while some also offer views of the cathedral. The hotel provides free WiFi and free access to a sauna with a relaxation area and a small workout space. The hotel offers free access to washing machine and dryer. Situated just around the corner from Akademihotellet, Engelska Parken provides opportunities for relaxing walks. The Dragarbrunnsgatan shopping street is less than 10 minutes’ walk away. Staff is happy to recommend restaurants and nearby sights to visit.

Stay$$$$4.25/5

Home Hotel Uppsala

Located in Uppsala city centre, this hotel offers soundproofed rooms with satellite TV and free WiFi. Uppsala Central Station is a 3-minute walk away, while Uppsala Konsert & Kongress is just around the corner. All rooms at Home Hotel Uppsala include a private bathroom with either a shower or a bathtub. Some rooms include free tea/coffee facilities. The lobby bar is a warm and welcoming place to unwind before or after dinner, enjoy a drink, and soak up the relaxed atmosphere with good music. Free access to the relaxation area is included, which features a sauna, steam sauna and gym. Uppsala's main shopping streets are just 500 metres away, while Uppsala Cathedral is 1 km away. Regular commuter trains connect Uppsala to Friends Arena Solna, Arlanda Airport and Stockholm Central Station.

Stay$$$$4.15/5

Clarion Hotel Gillet

Situated in the heart of Uppsala, Clarion Hotel Gillet offers free WiFi and Scandinavian-style rooms with Smart TV. Uppsala Cathedral is 300 metres away. It features the on-site Selma City Spa with two hot tubs and a common sauna. All the rooms at Hotel Gillet have a flat-screen TV, work desk and a private bathroom with shower. Some include a seating area. Welcome to The Social Bar & Bistro, the perfect bistro and bar located in our hotel. Our menu is designed to offer you a combination of international bistro classics with a modern twist. Stora Torget Square is located 250 metres from the hotel. Uppsala Central Station is a 10-minute walk away.

Stay$$$4.1/5

Best Western Hotel Svava

Located directly opposite Uppsala Central Station, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi access and air-conditioned rooms with tea/coffee facilities. Best Western Hotel Svava’s fresh, modern rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a desk. Each bathroom has a shower and hairdryer. Free internet computers are found in Best Western Svava’s lobby. The popular breakfast buffet includes hot and cold options. Staff will happily recommend local restaurants and attractions. The Linnaeus Botanical Garden is a 10-minute walk away.

Stay$3.9/5

Uppsala City Hostel

Uppsala City Hostel is located in the heart of Uppsala, 500 metres from Uppsala Central Station and 300 metres from the main square, Stora Torget. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access and a fully equipped shared kitchen. All guest rooms at Uppsala City Hostel have shared bathrooms and windows. Some room feature a flat-screen TV and mini fridge. A hairdryer and iron can be borrowed from the reception. The TV lounge is an ideal place to unwind and chat with other guests. Breakfast can be served for groups. The hostel is just 50 metres from Dragarbrunnsgatan shopping street. The 15th century Uppsala Cathedral is within 5 minutes’ walk away.

Stay$3.85/5

Vandrarhem Uppsala Kungsängstorg

This quiet hostel is set in a 19th-century building, 400 metres from Uppsala Central Station. It offers free Wi-Fi, a guest kitchen and TV lounge. Guests at Vandrarhem Uppsala Kungsängstorg can enjoy simply furnished and brightly decorated rooms. All have shared bathroom facilities. A modern and fully equipped kitchen can be used to prepare and store meals. During nice weather, guests can relax in Vandrarhem Kungsängstorg's furnished courtyard. Staff will gladly recommend attractions, restaurants, bars and shops nearby.

Stay$$$3.75/5

Best Western Uppsala

Just an 8-minute walk from Uppsala Train Station, this central property offers free Wi-Fi, as well as views of Uppsala Cathedral and Uppsala Castle. Each room has a flat-screen TV. A work desk is provided in each brightly decorated room at Best Western Uppsala. There is also a communal, fully equipped kitchen. Light meals are served for dinner at the in-house restaurant. Best Western Uppsala also offers a bar that serves drinks and snacks. Laundry service and a communal TV lounge are also available. Trädgårdsgatan Bus Stop is right outside the door, while Stora Torget Square is 3 minutes’ walk away. Several shops, restaurants and bars are found in the surrounding area.

Stay$$$$3.7/5

Scandic Uppsala Nord

This hotel is a 5-minute drive from Uppsala Central Station in Uppsala city centre. It offers free gym and sauna access. Wi-Fi and parking are also free. Gamla Uppsala and the Royal Mounts are 3.7 km away. Satellite TV, wooden floors and work desks are standard in Scandic Uppsala Nord’s rooms. Premium movie channels are available on demand. The in-house restaurant serves lunch and à la carte dishes with a large selection of wines. Meals can be taken out on the terrace in summer. The ecological breakfast buffet includes gluten- and lactose-free options. Fresh Fairtrade coffee is available all day. A children’s playroom and a billiards table are found on site. The Uppsala Cathedral is a 5-minute drive from Scandic Uppsala Nord Hotel. Fyrishov Water Park is 1.5 km away. Arlanda Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Stay$$$$3.65/5

Scandic Uplandia

Scandic Uplandia is situated in the heart of Uppsala, 150 metres from Svartbäcksgatan pedestrian street. It offers free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen cable TVs. TASTY FOOD IN A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE Relax in our modern food bar where you easily can order food and beverages, then you simply find yourself a free spot and enjoy. All guests have access to the hotel's gym. There is also a relaxation area including a sauna by the gym, where guests can relax and with refreshing beverages. Children can enjoy the children's playroom. Linnaeus Botanical Garden is a 3-minute walk away. Uppsala Cathedral is 350 metres away. Fyrishov Water Park is a 20-minute walk away.

Stay4.2/5

Radisson Blu Hotel, Uppsala

Located in the heart of Uppsala, Radisson Blu Hotel offers stylish rooms with modern amenities. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet in the morning before exploring the city's historic sites like Uppsala Cathedral and the Linnaeus Garden. With friendly staff and a convenient location, this hotel is the perfect base for your Swedish adventure.

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5/5
2 h

Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!

Take a visit to Swedens forth biggest city uppsala, only 40min with train from Stockholm. On a small area you can se all the must see and highlights together with a knowledgeable authorized Uppsala city guide, the cathedral X the castle, the botanical garden of Uppsala, the university main building, the university library, some viking age runestones etc. Only run if at least two travelers book.

$101.13
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5/5
1 h

Uppsala bloody history 1h- racial biology, 18th century plague, 19th century prostitution etc.

Book a trip to the different Uppsala, go on a trip about the dark part of Swedish history. Hear about the 17th century slave trade, about Uppsala's gallows hill, experience what was going on inside the racial biology institute and hear about the anatomical department's rules for which crimes could end up under the knife. We visit the streets where the brothels and Uppsala's Red light district were located during the 19th century. Experience the dark history that is not often talked about or visited. Visit the forgotten historical, and hear about the poor, spooky and different that is often swept under the rug. Collection outside Uppsala City Library's main entrance - Intro. Dragabrunnsgatan - Uppsala's red light district during the 19th century Svartbäcksgatan - The poor Uppsala St Erik's square - The plague in Uppsala 1709-1712 The Cathedral and the Dean's House - Persecutions against dissent and the Swedish Institute of Racial Biology 1920-1958. Gustavianum - About the slave trade, anatomical institution and 19th century phrenologists. The forced sterilizations of the 1940s

$34.75
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5/5
6 h

The Crown & The Crest: Uppsala Royal Legacy & Sigtuna’s Vikings

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. Kick off with a visit to part medieval, part 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 (kids love this bit). Go here for Gamla Uppsala Museum, Odinsborg restaurant and Disagården open-air museum. Sigtuna hugs the northern shores of Lake Mälaren and its cobblestone streets are arteries of the almost 1,000 year-old Stora gatan, or main street, with clusters of shops selling Swedish fashion, design and handicrafts.

$957.59
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5/5
7 h

Private Tour to Sigtuna, Uppsala with Viking Sights by Limousine

Ride in a comfortable luxury minibus to the oldest City of Stockholm , Sigtuna, where we also will make a visit to some Viking rune stones and see a lot of the Swedish country side, with farms, animals, forests and lakes. Not far away is famous Uppsala town with it's many historical buildings and the huge and unique Uppsala Cathedral. Your private guide will make sure you get the information you need and are willing to take your questions. We recommend a couple of breaks to sit down for a bit, the first is a great Swedish restaurant where we can enjoy a traditional Swedish lunch, and the second stop could be to an old genuine coffee house dating back from the 17th century, for snacks and refreshments. You have the this premium car by yourself with your guide, so the tour is flexible for any requests during the day.

$1,390.00
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5/5
1 h

City walk 1h - Runes and rune stones in Uppsala

This city walk is guided by an authorized Uppsala guide. Go on a city walk in Uppsala with a focus on Vikings, rune stones and runes in Uppsala. We visit a selected part of Uppsala City's rune stones in the University Park and outside the cathedral. These tell exciting stories about people who lived during the Viking Age, this trek also includes the Viking Age in general. Discover the exciting stories the runestones have to tell.

$89.38
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5/5
3 h

Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala

A guided walk in Uppsala - a city of learning. In a pleasant mix of old and new this tour will take you to some of the main sights in central Uppsala - the cathedral, the castle and the university. The guide will also tell you about modern life in Uppsala with a unique focus on ecofriendliness, gender equality and city development. This tour will make you feel at home in a charming city a short train ride from Stockholm. (3 hour private tour)

$130.94
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5/5
1 h

3h Uppsala city walking tour, Cathedral, university buildings etc

Private tour at Uppsala city. Take a visit to Swedens forth biggest city uppsala, only 40min with train from Stockholm. On a small area you can se all the must see and highlights together with a knowledgeable authorized Uppsala city guide, the cathedral X the castle, the botanical garden of Uppsala, the university main building, the university library, some viking age runestones etc. Only run if at least two travelers book.

$158.30
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4.8/5
9 h

Private Full Day Viking History Tour from Stockholm Including Sigtuna and Uppsala

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.

$480.02
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4.7/5

The Best of Uppsala: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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.

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4.6/5
9 h

Full Day Viking Tour Sigtuna, Uppsala and Swedish Fika at a farm.

Join us for an exclusive Viking tour of Stockholm county, Uppsala and Sigtuna, With a passionate and knowledgeable guide you will explore the last traces of Viking history and uncover the true Viking heritage and get a deeper understanding of Swedish history. You will see the best of "runriket", a famous trail of Viking sites, see some original medieval churches and be taken on a journey through time as we visit some of the most significant Viking sites in the region while learning about the most influential people of their time and who helped shape the Swedish future and the transition from paganism to christianity. As an experienced Viking tour guide with over 10 years of experience and many positive reviews, I am confident in the quality of my tours. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Swedish history. Book your tour today and experience the magic of Sweden's Viking heritage!

$240.83
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4.6/5
9 h

Viking History, Runes & Countryside 9h Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala

Uncover the secrets of Sweden's Viking heritage, while exploring ancient places and Viking runestones, on this full day tour out of Stockholm. Travel trough the beautiful Swedish countryside to historically important places joined by a expert Viking guide. Learn about the complexity of the Viking Age while you experience a Viking parliament, cross a Viking runestone bridge and decipher inscriptions on 1000 years old runestones. Stroll the cozy town Sigtuna, Sweden's oldest town, and immense yourself in Viking culture at the once pagan Old Uppsala. History enthusiasts, and Viking interested, will delight at this educational tour enriching your knowledge about the Vikings, while experiencing Sweden outside Stockholm. • Full day Viking history tour surrounded by beautiful Swedish nature. • Uncover Sweden's fascinating Viking past at several carefully selected places. • See Viking gravefields, ancient runestones and a Viking parliament. • Visit Sigtuna, Uppsala City and Old Uppsala mounds

$321.81
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4.4/5
9 h

Viking History and Swedish Countryside Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala

Lift the lid on Sweden’s rich Viking and medieval past on this enthralling full-day trip from Stockholm! Travel northward from the capital through Sweden’s picture-book countryside. See intricately carved runic stones and other relics that attest to the richness and complexity of Viking culture. Visit Sweden’s oldest town of Sigtuna, see the haunting religious sites of Gamla Uppsala (Old Uppsala), and enjoy time free to explore the historic town of Uppsala itself. Along the way, history is brought to life with informative insights from your guide. It's a great day out for history buffs!

$245.12
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4.3/5
1 h

Uppsala's biggest attractions - 1h city walk in Uppsala city.

This city walk is guided by an authorized Uppsala guide and covers a variety of themes. In short, there will be well-chosen parts from the 12th century until around 1900 and a variety of time periods. The guided tour visits the University House, whose builder went bankrupt due to. the decorations on the house, and the Cathedral which was built from the 1270s to 1430s. Hear about the murder at Uppsala Castle and stand in the courtyard and look out over the Botanical Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Europe. Hear broadly about different buildings and for Uppsala important people such as Celsius, Linné and Rudbeck. Hear about the anatomical theater and its brilliance (apart from the ventilation function that did not exist). Explore the university building, teachers who sold essays, and about the university's founding to be better than the Danes. Hear how the whole city was demolished voluntarily before Queen Kristina's coronation, but how it did not have time to be rebuilt according to the plans so that the coronation was moved to Stockholm instead.

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4.2/5
2 h

Uppsala Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Vikings, botanists and Sweden's oldest university — Uppsala packs a lot of brainpower into a small city, and it expects some of yours. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Uppsala on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Climb toward Uppsala Castle, stronghold of Sweden's Vasa kings • Admire the University Main Building and its grand aula • Track down Güntherska, the beloved confectionery institution Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Study hard, play harder.

$5.73
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4/5
1 h

Uppsala University's strangest anecdotes, stories from Scandinavias oldest!

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.

$85.95
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4/5
1 h

Private medieval horror and dark folklore walk Uppsala

Join a private walk about medieval horror, undead and dark folk beliefs in Uppsala. Hear about folk beliefs such as mylings, the church mask and the curses of the rivers as well as the forest council, evil sudden death and when the plague came to Uppsala. You will also discover the medieval undead, learn more about Uppsala's plague year 1709-11 and hear about executions and evil sudden death on Galgbacken in a walk around the cathedral and the small square, from the 14th century, in Uppsala. Leading the tour is an authorized Uppsala guide. Collection at Riddartorget in Uppsala.

$159.14
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3.8/5
2 h

Uppsala Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Uppsala becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Carolina Rediviva, Upplands Museum, Gustavianum and Linnaeus garden. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Uppsala.

$22.88
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3.7/5
7 h

Day-Trip- to-Uppsala

We travel at our own pace and no rush and while on the train , our guests will be briefed about Sweden history and cultural life. And we always offer recommandations about offer intersting places my guests wish to visit.

$267.18
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3.5/5
2 h

Secrets of Uppsala: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

Discover Uppsala like never before with the Secrets of Uppsala City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Uppsala while exploring famous spots such as Uppsala Cathedral, Uppsala Castle, Uppsala University Main Building, St. Lars Catholic Church and the Iron Bridge. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Uppsala perfect for every type of explorer.

$22.88
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1 h

Uppsala University's strangest anecdotes, stories from Scandinavias oldest uni

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.

$94.80
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