What are the best things to do in Uppsala?
Top picks in Uppsala include Uppsala Castle, Uppsala Konstmuseum, Uppsala Cathedral. See the full list and itinerary on this Uppsala travel guide.
Photo: Axebackman · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Uppsala
Travel guide for Uppsala, Sweden — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Uppsala is a stop in Sweden, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Uppsala Castle, Uppsala Konstmuseum, Uppsala Cathedral instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 130–260 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Uppsala
1
Uppsala Castle
2
Uppsala Konstmuseum
3
Uppsala Cathedral
Plan your trip
Uppsala itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Uppsala Castle
- Visit Uppsala Konstmuseum
- Visit Uppsala Cathedral
- Eat at Ahaan Thai
Budget
Uppsala trip cost
Budget
USD 60–100
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 130–260
per person / day
Luxury
USD 300–495+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Uppsala, Sweden. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Uppsala
Estimated total (USD)
$3,300
≈ $1,650 per person · $471 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $200/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Uppsala mid-range ground costs (budget 60–100 · mid 130–260 · luxury 300–495+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Ahaan Thai
Dog Bar
A "hot dog bar" serving beer, champagne and hot dogs!
Dylan's Grill
A burger joint, appreciated more for its tasty burgers than for its plain furnishings. They also have a food truck parked at Råbyvägen 97, s
Jalla Kebab
Serves big portions of tasty "junk food", such as kebab, hamburgers, salads and pizzas in a fast food milieu.
Luthagens Kök & Bar
A neighbourhood restaurant that serves pizzas and à la carte, and does it well.
Munin Salladsbar
A salad bar. They offer a wide range of different ingredients and let you choose for yourself how to mix them.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
CityStay Hotell Uppsala
Offer free wi-fi, guest computers, laundry facilities, self-catering kitchen, and lighter meals. Breakfast is available for purchase for bud
Hotell Centralstation
Hostel with 24-hour open front desk, a great breakfast buffet and free Wi-Fi. Shared kitchen and bathroom.
Hotell Kungsängstorg
A hotel and hostel set in a 19th century rectory. Breakfast and wi-fi is included. Pets are allowed for a 100 kr fee.
Park Inn by Radisson Uppsala
Reliable 3-star chain, and sister hotel of the nearby Radisson Blu. The hotel includes a gym and a sauna, a restaurant and a lobby bar. Brea
Akademihotellet
3-star hotel in a 1930s setting. Free access to wifi, breakfast, sauna, kitchenettes & laundry facilities. Their reception is open 07.00–22.
Shopping
- Aktivt uteliv
- Fritidsbanken
- Sunnerstabacken cabin
- Ski Total
- Boländerna
- Gränbystaden
Nightlife
- Bageri Brantingstorg
- Konditori Fågelsången
- Güntherska Hovkonditori & Schweizeri
- Katedralkaféet
- Café Linné Konstantina and Café Linné Hörnan
- Ofvandahls Hovkonditori
Museums & culture
- Uppsala Castle
- Uppsala Konstmuseum
- Uppsala Cathedral
In pictures
Uppsala gallery
Photos: Axebackman, Elias Martin, Copernicus Sentinel-2, ESA, DimiTalen — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Uppsala travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Uppsala?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Uppsala?
Plan at least 1 days in Uppsala for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Uppsala?
Popular stays in Uppsala include CityStay Hotell Uppsala, Hotell Centralstation, Hotell Kungsängstorg. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Uppsala cost?
On the ground in Uppsala (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 60–100 per person per day, mid-range about 130–260, and luxury about 300–495+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Uppsala, Sweden. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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