Uppsala’s main attractions – an Uppsala walking tour
The Viking Period and Vendel Period tour in Old Uppsala
Credits: Cecilia Larsson Lantz /imagebank.sweden.se
Sweden History Tours offers various tours by coach or on foot around the town of Uppsala. Our experienced, authorised Uppsala guides can share large groups, and the tours start close to the coach park.
Uppsala’s main attractions – an Uppsala walking tour 1.5 h
Discover what crimes could put you on the anatomical theatre’s display table. Hear about the student who sold his soul to the devil, the silver spoon the University bought back, and about the gruesome murder at the castle. Well-selected parts of Uppsala’s exciting history are covered in this tour of the town, which gives you a good overview of Uppsala’s development from the Middle Ages to the present day.
We go from the hidden mediaeval town beneath our feet, past attractions such as the cathedral, Gustavianum, the Carolina Rediviva, the University House, the Botanical Garden, rune stones, and finish our tour at the Uppsala Castle. Start outside Uppsala Cathedral main entrance.
The Viking Period and Vendel Period tour in Old Uppsala
On this walk, starting in Old Uppsala, you will be introduced to tremendous burial mounds. Hear about magnificent burials, with ships and sacrificed animals. Discover the deep secrets of the longhouse, and the church’s fascinating history. Learn about human sacrifices in the sacrificial grove, and the exciting Viking and Vendel Periods. More tours available on the homepage.
Facts
Type of company: Sweden History Tours Guide Company / Tour operator.
Location: Uppsala’s main attractions: Uppsala Cathedral main entrance. The Viking Period and Vendel Period tour in Old Uppsala: Old Uppsala Church.
Duration: 1 h - 1.5h (can be customized, also extended to 3-4h).
Season: All year around Target group: Private individuals, Private groups and companies, Tourists, First time visitors. History and Viking interested people.
Min/max no. of participants: 2 / 80 (several tour guides available to split bigger groups).
Level of activity/previous knowledge required: 2km easy walking/None.
Language: English, Swedish (German, Russian and French bookable by request).
Images
Credits: Tina Axelsson, Cecilia Larsson Lantz, Mark Harris /imagebank.sweden.se
Address
Norrgården 32, 186 44 Vallentuna, Sweden
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