Linnaeus’ Hammarby
Carl Linnaeus' summer farm
Linnaeus' Hammarby preserves an authentic 18th century milieu which few other Swedish manor-houses do. The small estate, was bought by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. He wanted a farm on the countryside where he could spend the summers together with his family, away from the unhealthy quarters of Uppsala. Today the manor reflects the private life of Linnaeus as well as his scientific work. Beneath the trees in Linnaeus’ former orchard, shade-tolerant plants from Linnaeus’ day form rich carpets between the winding paths.
The manor is only open for guided tours. There are at least four tours a day. Groups of more than 10 people have to book a private guide. Written information is available in English, French, German, Spanish and Russian. The wings to the manor are temporarily closed 2024.
The café is open Friday–Sunday in May, Tuesday–Sunday June–August and Saturday–Sunday in September.
Getting to Linnaeus’ Hammarby: Bicycle, own car, or bus 102 or 186 (Uppsala-Knivsta). From the bus stop it's a 1,7 km walk.
Guided tours
(All guided tours are in Swedish unless stated otherwise.)
Guided tour May – September
Every open day at 12:30 and 15:30. You can buy your ticket to the tours in advance at https://linneanska.biljetto.com.
Guided tours weekends May – June
Saturdays and Sundays at 12:30 and 15:30, and in Swedish 11:30 and 14:30. You can buy your ticket to the tours in advance at https://linneanska.biljetto.com.
Guided tours of the manor Midsummer – mid-August
Every open day 22/6-11/8 at 12:30 and 15:30, and in Swedish 11:30, 13:30 and 14:30. You can buy your ticket to the tours in advance at https://linneanska.biljetto.com.
Guided tours during events
Short intro outdoors instead of the regular tours. The manor is open to visitors 11:00–17:00.
Opening hours by date
Regular opening hours
May-Aug: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00
Sep: Friday-Sunday 11:00-17:00
Adults: 120 SEK Senior citizens 65+: 100 SEK Free admission for: Kids, UU employees, UU students, Other students: 100 SEK
