The Pump House, Uppsala

Name: The Pump House
Address: Munkgatan 2, Uppsala, Sweden

#34 among attractions in Uppsala

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The Pump House is an information and meeting place with an exhibition and education for schoolchildren. The building is located at Islandsbron next to Fyrisån in Uppsala. The building was Uppsala's waterworks for almost 100 years, and then became a municipal museum.

Modernised in 2016-2017, the Pump House is now not only a historic building, but also houses a new interactive exhibition where visitors can learn more about water, waste and the history of water in Uppsala.

Coordinates: 59°51'17"N, 17°38'29"E

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Munkgatan 2Uppsala Sweden

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Pump House?

Nearby attractions include Saint Lars's Catholic Church, Uppsala (4 min walk), Uppsala Baptist Church, Uppsala (6 min walk), Uppsala Castle, Uppsala (6 min walk), Uppsala Konstmuseum, Uppsala (6 min walk).

How to get to The Pump House by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Pump House:

Bus

Svandammen • Lines: 100, 101, 3, 4, 8 (4 min walk)
Bäverns gränd • Lines: 101, 3, 30, 4, 8 (4 min walk)

Train

Uppsala Central Station (8 min walk)