Uppsala Bloody History Tour

Explore Sweden's dark and untold stories on this Uppsala bloody history tour. Uncover the city’s hidden past, from the 17th-century slave trade to the chilling tales about the racial biology institute. Walk through streets once home to brothels and a red-light district, and visit haunting sites like the plague-stricken St. Erik’s Square. This tour reveals the forgotten, eerie, and often-overlooked chapters of Uppsala’s history.

The entire activity lasts around 1 hour and is a great addition to any travel itinerary in Uppsala. Previous travelers have rated this cultural tour an average of 5 out of 5 stars in 3 reviews.

Step into the shadows of Uppsala’s dark history on this unique and haunting journey. Walk along Svartbacksgatan district, where the 18th-century plague ravaged the poor, leaving chilling stories etched into the streets. Pass by the Linnaeus Garden, once surrounded by Uppsala’s red-light district, with brothels, poverty, and struggles hidden behind its alleys.

At the Gustavianum Museum, uncover the disturbing history of the racial biology institute, where researchers classified people based on discriminatory theories. Learn how the anatomical department used the bodies of executed criminals for experiments.

Finally, visit Uppsala Cathedral (Uppsala Domkyrka) and learn about the persecution of Christians and atheists who opposed the norms in the 19th century. This tour offers a rare glimpse into the eerie and forgotten chapters in Swedish history.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: Swedish, welcoming Swedish speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Uppsala. The exact address is Biskopsgatan, 753 10 Uppsala, Sweden. The endpoint of the tour is located at Svartbäcksgatan 17, 753 75 Uppsala, Sweden.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Uncover the horrors of Sweden's past on this Uppsala bloody history tour. Explore chilling tales of racial biology, the plague, and 19th-century brothels. Don’t miss this gripping journey through Uppsala’s untold history—book your tour today!