Uppsala
Sweden's fourth-largest city and historic university town, Uppsala combines medieval architecture with vibrant student culture. Home to Scandinavia's oldest university (1477), magnificent cathedral, and Viking-era burial mounds.
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May - September, December (Christmas markets)
$80-150/day
1-2 days (or day trip from Stockholm)
UTC+1 (CET), UTC+2 (CEST in summer)
Swedish, English widely spoken
SEK (Swedish Krona)
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
💡 Scandinavia's largest church (13th century). Burial site of King Gustav Vasa and scientist Carl Linnaeus. Free guided tours daily. Climb tower for city views.
💡 Uppsala University Museum in baroque building. See anatomical theater. Visit Carolina Rediviva Library with Silver Bible. Walk through historic university buildings.
💡 Scenic riverside walk. Student pubs and restaurants along waterfront. Try traditional Swedish cuisine. Lively atmosphere especially Friday-Saturday.
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Jul, Aug, Sep
moderate
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Short bright summers (15-22°C, long daylight). Cold winters (-5 to 0°C) with snow. Spring and fall cool and variable.
Handshake is standard. 'Hej' (hi) is common informal greeting
Smart casual in restaurants. Practical clothing for weather changes.
Rounding up bill is customary. 5-10% for good service. Not mandatory.
