Uppsala Castle Tour: Explore the Fascinating History and Experience the Vasas Family Era
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Embark on a captivating tour of Uppsala Castle and delve into the intriguing history of the Vasas family. Discover Gustav Vasa's revolt, the construction of the castle, and the tumultuous events that unfolded within its walls.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Uppsala Castle (Uppsala Slott) - Book a trip to the different Uppsala, book a trip about the Vasas family and its time! We walk around different parts outside Uppsala Castle at one of the bastions, examine the walls and the different stages of the castle from the outside, the cannon angles and hear about the hidden rooms in the bastions. See the large entrance to Uppsala Castle from Stockholm, one of the few parts left in the 16th century and much more than that.
    Hear about Gustav Vasa, the revolt against the Danish king, experience his takeover of Uppsala and the Good Friday team. Hear about the construction of Uppsala Castle and the closure of the University and the cathedral under Gustav’s Government. Experience the history of the castle, the kitchen garden and the different phases of the castle. Erik XIV and Sturemorden and the coup against him. The hateful Johan III and the Red Book, Uppsala meeting etc.
What's Included
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • gratitudes
Additional Information

Embark on an adventure to the distinguished Uppsala, taking a fascinating journey through the era of the Vasas family! Our tour encompasses various parts surrounding Uppsala Castle, providing a riveting insight into its intriguing past. Learn about Gustav Vasa, his rebellion against the Danish monarch, and witness his acquisition of Uppsala and the formation of the Good Friday team. Discover the development of Uppsala Castle and the shutdown of the University and the cathedral under Gustav’s reign. Relish in the story of the castle, the kitchen garden, and the numerous developmental stages of the castle. Erik XIV and Sturemorden and the plotted scheme against him. The spiteful Johan III and the Red Book, Uppsala gathering, and more.

Location
Riddartorget
Outside the south side of the cathedral on Riddartorget we gather and there the tour begins.
Cancellation Policy

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

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