Things To Do In Sweden

Part of our Sweden guide.

Skåne offers summer coastline and city life, while Uppsala pairs Viking history with a university town atmosphere. Both regions are covered below with specific activities and sights.

Things To Do In Skåne - Sampling Summer In Sweden

Skåne sits in southern Sweden with coastline, villages, and cities like Malmö and Lund. During summer, outdoor markets, beach walks, and castle tours become the main draw. Cycle along the coast between fishing villages, visit the sandy beaches at Falsterbo, or explore the medieval streets of Ystad. The culinary scene peaks with local strawberries and herring at seaside cafes. For a cultural stop, the open-air museum at Kulturen in Lund displays historic buildings and gardens. If you want to obtain a Swedish passport while in the area, the process requires an appointment at the Swedish Migration Agency office in Malmö.

Hidden Gems And Must-Do Activities In Uppsala, Sweden

Uppsala, just north of Stockholm, mixes history, culture, and nature. Uppsala Cathedral is the largest church in Scandinavia, with twin spires visible across the city. Gamla Uppsala, a few kilometers north, has ancient Viking burial mounds from the 6th century. The Botanical Garden, founded by Carl Linnaeus, offers a peaceful stroll with labeled plant collections. The Gustavianum Museum displays artifacts from Uppsala University, including a 17th-century anatomical theater. For hidden gems in Sweden, the Linnaeus Garden in the city center is a quiet spot where the botanist once taught. Getting around is easy by bike or bus, and the Stockholm travel guide on this site covers the 40-minute train connection between the cities. Summer events include the Uppsala Reggae Festival and the Culturum music series, part of events and seasons in Sweden that draw visitors to the university town.