Secrets of Uppsala: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

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About this activity

Discover Uppsala like never before with the Secrets of Uppsala City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories!

This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Uppsala while exploring famous spots such as Uppsala Cathedral, Uppsala Castle, Uppsala University Main Building, St. Lars Catholic Church and the Iron Bridge. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues.

During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Uppsala perfect for every type of explorer.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: Norwegian, German, Finnish, Russian, Portuguese, Croatian, French, Javanese, Hungarian, Slovak, Serbian, Swedish, Korean, Greek, English, Italian, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, Hebrew, Dutch, Turkish
Operated by: City Game

What is included

Included

Included: Self-guided Exploration Game
Included: Fun facts and information about highlights
Included: Instructions and login details for the activity

Not included

Not included: Smartphone or other devices
Not included: In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)

Itinerary

Discover Uppsala in a fun and interactive way with the Secrets of Uppsala City Game, a self-guided scavenger hunt and walking tour through the historic centre of Uppsala, Sweden. This GPS-based exploration game combines sightseeing with puzzles, riddles and creative photo challenges as you uncover hidden stories around Uppsala Cathedral, Uppsala Castle and Uppsala University Main Building. Perfect for tourists, friends, families and team outings, this self-guided walking tour of Uppsala can be played solo or in groups. The City Game Uppsala takes about 2 hours and you play at your own pace. One ticket is valid for 1 to 4 people; for larger groups simply purchase extra tickets. Choose a start date and time when booking, then begin whenever it suits you. A smartphone with an internet connection is required. Your Uppsala adventure starts at the Gunilla Bell. After booking, you receive an email with a direct game link. Head to the start location and open the link on your phone - the game runs straight in your browser, so there is no app to download, no guide to meet and no building to enter. Pause anytime and continue later, for a flexible adventure through Uppsala.

Stop 1
Uppsala Slott
Uppsala Domkyrka
Carolina Rediviva University Library
Uppsala University Main Building
Jarnbron
Pumphuset
Gunillaklockan

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Gunilla Bell in Uppsala, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

End point

After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Gunilla Bell in Uppsala, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

Using your ticket

After booking, you receive an email and SMS with instructions and your unique game link. Please note that the email with your instructions and game link arrives separately from your confirmation email.

When you’re ready to play, head to Uppsala Castle Terrace in the city center. Once there, simply open your game link on your smartphone and start your adventure! It’s that easy.

The *Secrets of Uppsala City Game* is a completely self-guided experience, so there’s no need to enter any buildings or wait for a guide. Everything takes place outdoors among Uppsala’s beautiful streets, squares, and landmarks. No app download is required, and you can start, pause, and continue the game whenever you like, giving you full flexibility to explore at your own pace.

If you have any trouble starting the game or need help, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our friendly helpdesk is available 7 days a week and happy to assist you at any time.

Before you set off, make sure your phone is fully charged, your GPS and mobile data are turned on, and wear comfortable shoes. Get ready to explore, solve clues, and uncover Uppsala’s royal secrets!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Duration: Around 2 hours
Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people, for more players buy additional tickets)
Start anytime: Choose your start date and time when booking, then play whenever you like
Required: Smartphone with an internet connection
How to play: After booking, you’ll receive an email with your personal game link. Simply head to Uppsala Castle Terrace, open the link on your phone, and start your journey through Uppsala. You can pause the game anytime and continue later, making it the perfect flexible adventure for your own schedule.