Uppsala, Sweden

Uppsala, Sweden

Uppsala Sweden

Uppsala is a university town located in Uppland, Sweden, 80 km north of Stockholm. It is the city where Carl Linnaeus, one of the most significant scientists in history, served as a professor of medicine at Uppsala University during the 18th century. Visitors can explore the Linnaeus Museum and Linnaeus Garden to learn more about this remarkable man. As a university town, Uppsala is home to many of Sweden's important historical buildings and a large portion of its rich cultural heritage is tied to the university. The Skokloster Castle, considered one of Europe's most impressive sites, is also located here. This baroque castle, beautifully positioned on a peninsula in Lake Mälaren, is the largest privately owned palace in Sweden.
Recommended airport
Arlanda (ARN)
Nearby destinations
  • Upplands Väsby a 40.81 km
  • Sigtuna a 27.14 km
  • Arlanda, Sweden a 27.52 km