Holidays in Uppland! Here you can experience Roslagen, the coast and the archipelago. Or why not discover all the fine vallon farms? Uppland is a fantastic landscape, full of nature and history.
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Holidays in Uppland
There's plenty to see and do during a holiday in Uppland. If you're travelling along the Roslag coast, you can discover beautiful places like Vaxholm, Norrtälje, Grisslehamn and Öregrund. Further north, you'll find interesting historical mills like Österbybruk and Lövstabruk.
There are also plenty of castles in Uppland. How about Skokloster Castle and royal castles such as Rosersberg Castle and Ulriksdal Castle? In addition, our beautiful capital Stockholm is located in Uppland, with a wide range of museums, attractions and activities.
Tips for your holiday in Uppland
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44 things to do in Uppland
Travelling along the coast of Roslagen, visiting Vallonbruk or hanging out at cosy campsites? Here you will find tips for activities and experiences during your holiday in Uppland.
Video from Drottningholm Palace
Good to know before your holiday in Uppland
Here you will find information and things to know before your holiday in Uppland.
Accommodation in Uppland
- Hotels, cottages and hostels: There are many different types of accommodation around Uppland.
- Camping and caravanning sites: There are plenty of both campsites and pitches. Please note that popular sites can get full during the high season, so please book or arrive early. Read more about campsites and pitches in Uppland here.
- Free camping: It is possible to caravan during your holiday in Uppland, as long as you follow the laws and local regulations.
Food and drink in Uppland
- Regional courts: Uppland home cooking, steamboat steak or Mälargös with broad beans and Uppland crust crisp.
- Delicacies: Visit cosy Uppland farm shops for locally produced produce.
- Desserts: Try the pastries at Günterska Hovkonditori & Schweizeri in Uppsala.
- Drinks: There are several musteries around Uppsala where apple juice is made.
Activities in Uppland
- Nature: Hiking, cycling, golf, fishing and boat trips to various islands in the archipelago.
- Culture: Art museums and galleries
- History: Castles, mills, museums, churches, cemeteries and heritage centres
- For children: Bathing and camping