Museums & galleries
The Linnaeus Museum
The Linnaeus Museum
Located in central Uppsala, this museum is the former residence of the botanist Carl Linnaeus. Visitors go here to see the living quarters and study the origins of plant taxonomy. The site includes the garden that Linnaeus personally tended, providing a physical context to his scientific work.
Getting There
The museum is situated in the heart of the city. From the Uppsala city centre, it is accessible via a short walk of approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
Visit Duration
Allow roughly 1 to 2 hours to tour the interior of the house and walk through the adjacent gardens.
When to Visit
The best time to visit is during the late spring and summer months when the botanical collections in the garden are in bloom. To avoid the largest groups of tourists, arriving early in the morning is recommended. The site can get crowded during the peak summer travel season.
Nearby Attractions
The museum is positioned close to several other points of interest, making it easy to combine with other stops:
- Linnaean Garden: 0km (adjacent)
- Järnbron: 0.2km
- Fjärdingen: 0.4km
- Uppsala Cathedral: 0.5km
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors