The cathedral houses the grave of Carl Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy, located near the entrance.
The 15th-century Saint Erik's reliquary casket is displayed near the high altar, containing the bones of the patron saint of Sweden.
The building was inaugurated in 1435, though construction continued for over a century due to fires and structural collapses.
It features a rare collection of medieval ecclesiastical textiles, including the oldest existing pieces of liturgical vestments in Sweden.
The bells in the towers include 'Storan', which weighs approximately 6.5 tonnes.
Uppsala Cathedral is the tallest church in the Nordic countries, standing at 118.7 meters. Construction began in the 13th century, primarily following French Gothic architectural principles. The interior houses the burial place of King Gustav Vasa and the medieval Swedish saint, Erik Jedvardsson. The cathedral serves as the seat of the Archbishop of the Church of Sweden. Its twin towers were reconstructed in the late 19th century after fire damage. The building contains an extensive treasury museum showcasing medieval textiles and silver relics. It is the site for the coronations of many Swedish monarchs throughout history. The structure is built predominantly of red brick, reflecting the northern German Gothic brick architecture style.
From the bottom of the Domkyrkoplan stairs looking up at the full height of the west front towers.
Visit the Treasury museum located in the North Tower to view royal regalia and medieval robes.
Take the time to walk through the surrounding Domkyrkoplan to see the 17th-century University building and Gustavianum nearby.
Listen for the cathedral's organ, which is frequently used for afternoon recitals.
Avoid visiting during private weddings or funerals, which restrict access to the central nave.
Occasionally closed to tourists during major state ceremonies or private religious events.
Maintain a quiet tone; remove hats inside the nave and refrain from photography during active church services.
