Uppsala

Just north of Stockholm lies Sweden’s fourth-largest city, Uppsala. The city is known as the fictional hometown of the tailless cat, Peter-No-Tail. The city is also home to Sweden’s first university – the popular and traditional Uppsala University. In Uppsala, you will also find the Nordic region’s largest cathedral, Uppsala Cathedral, and Uppsala Castle in addition to the popular Botanical Garden – The Linnaean Gardens of Uppsala. For families with children, the waterpark Fyrishov is well worth a visit, and for those interested in ancient times and Vikings, Uppsala and Uppland is one of Sweden’s richest regions for archaeological treasures. Enjoy the opportunity to visit the local heritage museums of Gamla Uppsala Museum and Upplandsmuseet as well as the royal barrows of Gamla Uppsala. When staying at Hotel Kvarntorget – First Partner Collection, you will be close to all the attractions of Uppsala.