- Uppsala University Main Building - 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. We also visit the university park’s rune stones.
- All applicable fees and taxes included
- gratitudes
This urban exploration is headed by a certified Uppsala guide and delves into a myriad of topics. Briefly, it involves carefully selected snippets from the 12th century up until around 1900, spanning diverse eras.
The tour includes stops at the University House, a jewel brought to life by a bankrupted builder due to the structure’s ornate decorations, and the Cathedral, a venerable structure erected between the 1270s and 1430s. Learn about the homicide at Uppsala Castle and take in the vista of the Botanical Garden, one of Europe’s most ancient, from the castle courtyard.
Gain insights into varied edifices and individuals of great significance to Uppsala like Celsius, Linné, and Rudbeck. Learn about the brilliance of the anatomical theater, with its conspicuous absence of a ventilation system. Uncover secrets about the university building, professors who peddled dissertations, and the founding of the university in an attempt to outshine the Danes.
Lastly, listen to tales about how the entire city willingly underwent demolition in preparation for Queen Kristina’s crowning ceremony that was ultimately moved to Stockholm due to insufficient time for reconstruction as per the original plans.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
