Discover Finnish Museums!
Search for museums, exhibitions and events all over Finland. Find the best holiday ideas and spontaneous everyday activities.
Search for museums, exhibitions and events all over Finland. Find the best holiday ideas and spontaneous everyday activities.
The Museum Card allows you to visit magnificent museums.
Please note, that the museums are updating their sites at museot.fi, and some of the information can only be found in Finnish.
A center of nature, culture and art right in the middle of the UNESCO archipelago biosphere.
Paraisten kaupunki
Vantaa
A unique modernist sculpture park and the home museum of the famous sculptor Laila Pullinen (1933-2015) in an atmospheric manor near Helsinki.
Vantaa
The northern wilderness preserved in photographs, at the center of Kuusamo.
Kuusamo
Proud maritime traditions of the Nauvo Island, right along the iconic travel route, archipelago ring road.
Paraisten kaupunki
Hyvinkää
Voipaala is a meeting place for lovers of art, history, cultural events and nature.
Valkeakoski
Seinäjoki
Noormarkku
On guided tours, you will learn about Ahlström's industrial and family history through stories while you enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Noormarkku.
Noormarkku
On guided tours, you will learn about Ahlström's industrial and family history through stories while you enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Noormarkku.
Noormarkku
The collection of over 5000 plant species is a living display of the diversity of the plant kingdom.
Turku
Riihimäki
Aalto2 is a unique meeting place of architecture, design and cultural heritage in Jyväskylä, in the heart of Central Finland, and it fulfills Alvar Aalto's wish to create a forum to bring together a...
Jyväskylä
The Aboa Vetus museum of archaeology, right in the middle of Finland's oldest city. Experience ancient city ruins and walk along a medieval street, all in one place!
Turku
The villa of opera singer Abraham Ojanperä (1856-1916).
Liminka
Home to two of Finland's most notable artists, painter Venny Soldan-Brofeld and author Juhani Aho, Ahola is the birthplace of the Tuusulanjärvi artist community.
Järvenpää
The artist residence of world-renown composer Jean Sibelius and his wife Aino. Slices of life, from the well-worn library armchairs all the way to the stones of the sauna.
Järvenpää
The cottage where Finland´s national writer, Aleksis Kivi (1834-1872), spent the last months of his life.
Tuusula
The childhood home of northern sea pioneer Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld, featuring the life of the renown adventurer and the environs of the beautiful manor.
Mäntsälä
Created by artist Alpo Jaakola, the Statue Park is the result of decades of creative work. In the course of time, the curious sculptures have transformed the park into a magical forest.
Loimaa
Alvar Aalto Museum is closed due to renovation until Summer 2023.
Jyväskylä
Amos Andersons Hem is a home and art museum at Yrjönkatu in central Helsinki.
Helsinki
The Amos Rex art museum combines the past, present and future. The subterranean museum facility right in the center of Helsinki is an experience itself.
Helsinki
A glimpse into the life of the laborers in the first Finnish industrial city, set in an atmospheric wooden house block.
Tampere
Discover the history of air defense and its significance to Finland during wartime trough exhibitions and army equipment.
Tuusula
Pentala Archipelago Museum is the perfect summer day destination. Visiting the Archipelago Museum is an experience combining sea travel, a museum visit and the unique nature of Pentala Island.
Espoo
Discover the everyday life in the Arctic, the lifestyles of northern peoples, and the challenges facing the region. Arktikum is located in Rovaniemi, close to the polar circle.
Rovaniemi
Current modern artists and various takes on local phenomena, located at the Turku riverside.
Turku
The focus of exhibitions in Sinkka is in contemporary art and local history.
Kerava
The collections of the Museum of Fine Arts Eemil are based on sculptures and plaster and clay drafts of works by the renowned Finnish sculptor Eemil Halonen (1875–1950).
Lapinlahti
The home of Finnish art and part of the National Gallery. Finland's premier art museum showcases beloved works as well as acclaimed exhibitions from Finland and abroad.
Helsinki
The Bank of Finland Museum presents the history of money, monetary systems and monetary economy as well as the function of a modern central bank as a member of the European System of Central Banks.
Helsinki
The Biological Museum, established in 1907, is a museum of natural history.
Turku
Birthplace of the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.
Hämeenlinna
At the Visitor Center the visitor finds stories about the history of Bomarsund and inspiration to make discoveries among the ruins of the once mighty fortress.
Sund
Welcome to the oldest museum in the country! Established in 1862, the Pakkahuone museum is a veritable cornucopia into the history of museums and maritime life.
Raahe
A unique manor house in the 19th century style. The building has been both a gentry summerhouse and a hotel, and currently serves to showcase the treasures of a local collector.
Kristiinankaupunki
A unique artist residence in a picturesque coastal city. Features works by Axel Haartaman and others, like Helen Schjerfbeck.
Naantali
The oldest building in Lappeenranta houses stories of the Finnish cavalry both in war and peace, from the 14th century to modern days.
Lappeenranta
Art house by the sea
Raasepori
The museum for voluntary national defense operates in a building designed by Alvar Aalto for the South Ostrobothnian Defence Corps and Lotta Svärd organisations.
Seinäjoki
The home museum of Lauri and Maria Reitz in the center of Helsinki displays important works from the history of Finnish art, as well as a unique collection of antiques.
Helsinki
Historical atmosphere and crafts in a rare old wooden house. Discover the life of local craftsmen in the 19th century, visit the lovely shops and enjoy local delicacies at the old Toivola yard!
Jyväskylä
The Degerby Igor museum tells stories of human interest about the lease period of Porkkala 1944-1956. This area, very close to Helsinki, was leased to the Soviet Union after WW2.
Inkoo
The acclaimed Design Museum showcases the story of Finnish design from classics to modern masterpieces. Visit the museum in the Helsinki Design District!
Helsinki
Classics of Finnish everyday design in a historical factory district. The museum displays the products of Arabia and Iittala from 1873 to the present day.
Helsinki
The ocean view, unique sculptures, modernism and high-quality exhibits. The Didrichsen Art Museum is an art museum and a private home on Kuusisaari Island, Helsinki.
Helsinki
Stories of the Sveaborg Sea Fortress, a UNESCO site, along with 16th century noble living in an old Commandant's house.
Helsinki
The life and art collection of a significant industrial patron at the Pyynikinharju manor district in Tampere.
Tampere
Emil Cedercreutz Museum by the beautiful Kokemäenjoki river combines art and cultural history.
Harjavalta
EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art is one of the most important art museums in Finland.
Espoo
Charming wooden house of the poet J. H. Erkko by the beautiful Tuusula Lake.
Tuusula
KAMU brings Espoo's history to life.
Espoo
Villa Rulludd, the Villa Museum of the Espoo City Museum is located at the seaside on a beautiful peninsula.
Espoo
Motorcycle Museum has over 100 motorcycles and historical items related to motorcycling. Themes in Museum change every year. This year’s theme is 100 years of Motorcycling in Finland.
Lahti
A presentation of Finnish aviation history from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day.
Jyväskylä
Welcome to the Finnish Aviation Museum. Check our audio guide at SoundCloud app!
Vantaa
The biggest ice hockey museum in Europe presents the history of ice hockey in Finland and elsewhere.
Tampere
Sarka is the national museum of agriculture.
Loimaa
Dive into the Baltic Sea, go face to face with the king of the woods, see dinosaurs and other wonders of evolution. Discover the wondrous nature of Finland and the world!
Helsinki
Finnish railway history in 19th century station milieu
Hyvinkää
The pictoresque Fiskars village is one of the most popular destinations in Finland. Explore the life of the place founded for ironworks in the 17th century which is nowadays known for arts,...
Raasepori
Forestry Museum of Lapland - a unique stage for history.
Rovaniemi
Step into the life on a fisherman in the Finnish archipelago during the mid-19th century. The museum is located next to the Raseborg castle ruins, another unique place to visit.
Raasepori
Welcome to the world of textiles! Discover how Forssa spun itself into a city with cloth manufacturing.
Forssa
Where the sea begins! Forum Marinum is a lively and versatile center for maritime activities. In the summertime you can also visit the various impressive museum ships by the river!
Turku
Historical warships from the 1950's and 60's, docked at the Forum Marinum. Open during the summer months.
Turku
Both a museum ship and a hostel, the S/S Bore is itself an experience. Listen to tales of the ship's past and experience the history by staying overnight in one of the cabins.
Turku
The first Finnish museum ship and one of the symbols of the Aura river, which flows across Turku. Open during the summer.
Turku
The Suomen Joutsen Frigate has sailed the seas of the world, acting as a cargo vessel, a naval training ship, and as a base for minesweeping operations. This marvelous craft is open during summers,...
Turku
Akseli Gallen-Kallela is one of the most famous Finnish artists. Discover his life and art in the atelier castle of his own design.
Espoo
Jyväskylä
Marvel at the exhibits of Galleri Elverket in enchanting Tammisaari. The exhibits at the old electrical center feature modern and contemporary pieces.
Raasepori
Located in the middle of modern-day Espoo, Glims still offers its visitors a glimpse of the countryside!
Espoo
Stories on gold right next to a national park! Hear colorful stories of the gold fever that once gripped Lapland.
Sodankylä
Haihatus Art Center and Residency is an inspiring, relaxed, and international art centre and residence in Joutsa, Finland, that hosts different kinds of cultural events.
Joutsa
Empire architecture, interesting exhibits and a lovely cafe make this a true oasis in the city, right near the Töölönlahti bay.
Helsinki
Haltia - The Finnish Nature Centre, is a sustainable nature and outdoor center and the gate to Nuuksio National Park in Espoo, where you can get a real experience of the Finnish nature.
Espoo
HAM Helsinki Art Museum is one of the most significant art museums in Finland and the Nordic countries. HAM hosts an extensive international exhibition program at its premises in Tennis Palace, and...
Helsinki
Hamina is known for its rare star-shaped fort. Discover the daily life of a 18th century military installation!
Hamina
2nd World War events in Finland in a museum built by war veterans. The area is bursting with history; the border to the area rented by the CCCP is only a hundred meters away.
Hanko
Located right in the thick of the action during the war, the Irma bunker is a formidable experience. The atmosphere gives a good sense of life in the trenches during the war.
Hanko
Get to know the most southern tip of Finland at the Hanko museum! See local exhibits about Hanko and its rich history and marvel at the oldest building in the city.
Hanko
Heikkilä Local History Museum is open in the summer.
Kerava
Art in a historical empire style house at the middle of town. Changing exhibits and a large collection of European porcelain.
Heinola
A charming atmosphere, intriguing stories and enchanting exhibits; get to know the cultural heritage of the city of Heinola.
Heinola
Named after the distinctive world traveller, the museum showcases the brave explorer's life's work and with cultures of the world.
Espoo
The world's only museum focusing on Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Personal experiences and everyday life of local residents are highlighted and reflected in the museum’s items and photographs.
Helsinki
Sneak in through the yellow gate and revel in the atmosphere of the 1860s in the oldest surviving wooden house in Helsinki.
Helsinki
The Worker Housing Museum near Linnanmäki Amusement park provides a glimpse into the history of everyday life in the stove rooms of Helsinki in the 20th century.
Helsinki
Trams have been clattering around the streets of Helsinki for more than one hundred years.
Helsinki
We are now Helsinki University Museum Flame! We elucidate the wonders of science, arts, and starry sky.
Helsinki
The Herttoniemi manor house with its lush park is a verdant oasis in the middle of eastern Helsinki. Combine the museum visit with a walk in the park and nearby seaside.
Helsinki
Heureka - The joy of discovery and fun experiences for all ages! One of the most visited museums in Finland can be found near the Tikkurila station, conveniently connected to the airport by railway.
Vantaa
One of the oldest private museums in Finland, right in the heart of Tampere. Art from the 1630's to modern days, along with treasures by goldsmith Kustaa Hiekka.
Tampere
Located right in the middle of beautiful historical Porvoo, the Holm House emanates an 18th century merchant atmosphere.
Porvoo
Get to know the life, thoughts and mind of Finland's national author Aleksis Kivi.
Nurmijärvi
Discover tastiest morsels of history! The hotel and restaurant museum, dedicated to Finnish food, drink and travel is located at the old Cable Factory in Helsinki.
Helsinki
A museum filled with cultural history in an imposing stone warehouse. Exhibits showcase peasant culture and important individuals, from presidents to artists.
Huittinen
A work of art created by architects Gesellius, Lindgren and Saarinen. Experience the national romantic atelier, the thrilling stories of the designers and the beautiful environs.
Kirkkonummi
The crown jewel of the Håkansböle estate is the art nouveau manor built in 1908.
Vantaa
The Hämeenlinna castle, located right by the lakeside, is a trip back in time to medieval Finland. Experience both the glory days and downfalls of the 700-year old castle!
Hämeenlinna
Delightful experiences for art lovers. The museum showcases exhibits from various styles, both old and new.
Hämeenlinna
Discover the long and eventful history of Hämeenlinna! True tales which surpass fiction, along with comfy spaces, attract visitors from near and far.
Hämeenlinna
The beautiful manor and it's grounds offer an idyllic experience in nature and culture in the peacefull countryside.
Somero
Works from finnish glassblowers all from the 1880's to modern days. Pieces by renown artists like Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
Hämeenlinna
The history of Finnish Army infantry from the Swedish empire to modern days set in old army barracks.
Mikkeli
The wonderful garden and home of the national poet J.L. Runeberg in the original 19th century style is a must see when visiting the idyllic Old Porvoo.
Porvoo
Art at the heart of a North Karelian city. Topical phenomenon, Finnish art treasures, religious and international art.
Joensuu
Life in the olden days at a 18th century cavalry upkeep farm.
Lohja
Early years of Finland's first professional author and Nobel candidate Juhani Aho, in an old rectory at the historical Koljonvirta area.
Iisalmi
Childhood home of artist brothers Harri, Marko, Kain and Yrjö Tapper.
Saarijärvi
An art museum fascinated by contemporary art. Local art is close to our heart, but we also exhibit artist from all around Finland as well as abroad.
Jyväskylä
History and modern times of University of Jyväskylä as well as science, art, culture and nature under the same roof.
Jyväskylä
The permanent exhibition "Environment as a heritage" displays the diversity of nature in Central Finland.
Jyväskylä
Begin your discovery of the Tuusulanjärvi artist community at the Järvenpää art museum!
Järvenpää
Located in the middle of the beautiful Museum Quarter, the Exhibition Hall is a place for temporary exhibitions managed by the K.
Kokkola
Carefully furnished and decorated as an 18th-century merchant family home, the Lassander House eminates the ambiance of bygone days.
Kokkola
The unique Pedagogy is Kokkola’s main attraction and landmark.
Kokkola
Discover the province known for its rugged wilderness and learn about its inhabitants and history.
Kajaani
The living room of the city invites to meet and explore art. See enchanting contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Kajaani
The childhood home of Finnish popular author Kalle Päätalo is a journey into the past of the author and logging workers.
Taivalkoski
Museum of cultural history, Art museum, Keuruu Old Church, Pihlajavesi Wilderness Church, Pihlajavesi Museum, the new churches in Keuruu and Pihlajavesi.
Keuruu
Local history, art and war history, all in one place. Get to know the city of Kankaanpää, known for its art, architecture and military garrison.
Kankaanpää
See the craftsmanship and life of ironworkers, along with changing exhibitions at the historical Karkkila ironworks museum Senkka.
Karkkila
Karkkila
Högfors blast furnace founded in 1820 was used to produce crude iron from iron ore that was excavated from Kulonsuonmäki mine in Karkkila.
Karkkila
Experience the colorful history of Kastelholma castle, a landmark of medieval Åland. The castle is full of stories of nobles, sieges, fires and famous political scuffles.
Sund
Get to know the life of history and life of papermill workers and enjoy the lush park surrounding the museum.
Valkeakoski
Immerse yourself in nordic art and the spirit of Lapland at the Kemi art museum.
Kemi
Discover the history of the northern seaside town from prehistoric times to modern days.
Kemi
Kierikki is a science centre focusing on the Stone Age and based on archaeological research.
Oulu
Showcasing the life's work of sculptor Kimmo Pyykkö and Finnish art in the awarded Kangasala house.
Kangasala
What did kids do in kindergarten back in the day? And what are Fröbeli blocks, really? Prepare to play and find out at the kindergarten museum!
Helsinki
Stunning collection of Finnish art from the 1850's to the 1970's in the heart of Helsinki.
Helsinki
Joutsa
Two museums in the shade of a liqor factory. Hear stories about Finland's most famous potent drink, the country's history with alcohol and the clockwork masters of Könni.
Ilmajoki
Visit the charming lakeside home of Finnish independence advocate and statesman president P.E. Svinhufvud and his wife Ellen.
Luumäki
At the Finnish museum of Horology and Jewellery Kruunu you can get to know the wonderful world of watches and jewellery.
Espoo
The childhood home of the much loved storyteller Sakari Topelius (1818-1898).
Uusikaarlepyy
Kumpula botanic garden is situated on the historical grounds of Kumpula Manor.
Helsinki
Contemporary Art & Design since 1928. Bold avant-garde and contemporary art classics from Finland and around the world – Kunsthalle Helsinki brings art to the public in a unique venue in the...
Helsinki
Contemporary art, events and experiences at Kunsthalle Seinäjoki.
Seinäjoki
Modern art by the sea. Inspiring contemporary pieces and a notable collection of modern classics.
Vaasa
Art at the center of Kuopio, in the heart of the Finnish lake district. The museum showcases local art inside the safe walls of an old bank.
Kuopio
Discover the nature and cultural history of eastern Finland in an impressive hundred-year old jugend building.
Kuopio
Kurikka museum has a variety of exhibitions that present the history of Kurikka and its culture.
Kurikka
Experience the island life at the wonderful Kustavi! Get to know the unique culture, traditions and life in the costal are of Turku dotted by around 20 000 small islands.
Kustavi
A piece of frontier history from the start of the 20th century: peasant life, daily life and celebrations at an old household by the lakeside.
Kuusamo
Kylämäki Village in Kurala is made up of four farms with buildings still standing at their original sites.
Turku
Käsityönmuseo Miila tells the story of the long history of crafts and their meaning in everyday life.
Paimio
Located in the Lahti city centre, the Lahti Historical Museum offers modern museum exhibitions in a historic setting.
Lahti
A new exciting museum of visual arts opens in Lahti during spring 2022.
Lahti
The riverside fishing lodge build for the Tsar Alexander the Third in 1889 by a fast flowing beautiful river is still as enchanting as ever. The visit takes you back to a time when Finland was under...
Kotka
Finnish art from the 1850's to modern days, set in the 18th century barrack buildings of the Lappeenranta fort.
Lappeenranta
Ostrobothnian art and border-crossing exhibitions at the art museum located in the old Lapua ammunition factory.
Lapua
A museum for the whole family!
Espoo
Farming implements.
Liminka
Get to know local history from the 1800's all the way to the 1970's in the lush park area of the old Lohja rectory.
Lohja
Experience Loimaa through art. Discover artworks at the exhibition halls and visit the unique Alpo Jaakkola statue park during the summer.
Loimaa
Located at an historical villa by the Tuusulanjärvi lake, the musem exhibits the work of the largest women's voluntary national defence organization in the world during war and peace.
Tuusula
A tour of this baroque manor takes you into the life of 17th and 18th century nobles and the life of the war hero and President, Marshal Mannerheim.
Masku
Maritime history of the city of Loviisa and seamen's tales at the old harbour area.
Loviisa
The story of the coastal city Loviisa known for its picturesque houses, ironworks and sea fort.
Loviisa
The Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden in central Helsinki introduces an eclectic and fascinating world of living plants. The evergreen glasshouses take the visitors into tropical paradise, all year-round.
Helsinki
Step into the 200-year old courtyard that was spared by the Turku fire. Weave amongst the alleys, yards and homes and soak in the atmosphere.
Turku
The national museum of forest culture and meeting spot, set in the picturesque surroundings of Punkaharju.
Savonlinna
Located in the traditional harbour surroundings in Kotka, Vellamo offers fascinating facts and stories of the sea as well as fun activities for everyone!
Kotka
20th century Fenno-Russian tradesman tradition and craftsman life in a rare timber house.
Hamina
Helsinki
Peculiar and unique art from southern Savonia and other places. Experience the exhibitions and get to know the pieces.
Mikkeli
Fine-art photography in a conserved beautiful wooden building. The Mikkeli photography center is the museum and center for photograpy enthusiasts.
Mikkeli
A restored Finnish submarine from the 1930s and 1940s.
Helsinki
In Military Museum´s Manege you can familiarise yourself with the history of the Finnish Defence Forces during 100 years.
Helsinki
The Moomin Museum is an experiential art museum for Moomin fans and art lovers of all ages.
Tampere
Muisti Centre of War and Peace shares experiences of war in order to promote peace.
Mikkeli
Home to seven museums and changing exhibitions, Museum Center Vapriikki offers things to do and see for the whole family.
Tampere
Experience the glamorous lifestyle of the Nottbeck family, the owners of the famous Finlayson cotton mill. History, fashion and design in the beautiful 19th century manor house.
Tampere
War history and lives of soldiers in Finland, from medieval days to modern times.
Hämeenlinna
Embark on a discovery of the Central Finland mindset in a gorgeous museum building designed by the world famous Alvar Aalto.
Jyväskylä
National museum of contemporary art in the heart of the Helsinki city center. Kiasma showcases the art of our time, offers interesting encounters with art, and gives new perspectives on life.
Helsinki
The Museum of Finnish Architecture brings buildings' tales to life. The museum is located in a neo-renaissance building in the Helsinki Design District.
Helsinki
The Jyväskylä Museum of Municipal Engineering displays objects relating to street construction, sewerage, and public spaces.
Jyväskylä
A thousand stories to take you to the history of the western coast. The Koiramäki books -themed exhibition for children is a visitor favorite.
Oulu
A local museum established by two brothers showcasing art, cultural history, objet d' art pieces and war history.
Nurmijärvi
Get to know how life of the bourgeois looked like in Finland in the 18th and 19th centuries when Finland was first part of Sweden and then Russia.
Vaasa
A museum area where a total of 18 old peasant buildings built between the 17th and 19th centuries have been moved to from all over the province.
Seinäjoki
The museum of Technology presents the history of technology and industry as a story about Finland and the Finns – bringing the stories to life. It is the only general museum of technology in...
Helsinki
The icebreaker Tarmo (1907) and lightship Kemi (1901) are open in the summertime at Maritime Centre Vellamo in Kotka.
Kotka
Dive into the Lapland mindset through the unique works of Andreas Alariesto.
Sodankylä
Embark on a journey into memories in the historical paper mill area. While there, also discover something also dear to the Valkeakoski area - soccer.
Valkeakoski
The history of Mäntyharju, sitting between two realms and three counties. The historical rectory with its 19th century environs showcases the life of the area.
Mäntyharju
Jump back in time to the 19th century at this atmospheric ironworks on the edge of the border. The nature and river rapids make for a truly amazing experience.
Ilomantsi
Discover the bathing traditions of the maritime coastal town Naantali and dive into monastery history.
Naantali
Experience the Finnish people’s past from prehistory to contemporary times.
Helsinki
Nature center Ukko on top of the high Koli hill showcases Finland's most famous national view and the unique nature of Eastern Finland molded by the ice age. Enjoy the breath takingly beautiful...
Lieksa
Art at the expanses of Ostrobothnia. The Alvar Aalto-designed Villa Väinölä is also a part of the museum.
Alajärvi
Familiarize yourself with the historical traditions of Karelia at the museum of North Karelia. Changing exhibitions and the fairytale city of Mukulakatu for children.
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An authentic 1920's school room interior, set in the first elementary school of the town.
Nurmijärvi
The history of the Nurmes area is presented from the prehistory to the present day trough objects and photographs.
Nurmes
Step into eastern Finland at the start of the 20th century. The idyllic grounds and buildings showcase what life was like in a peasant community during the 1900's.
Nurmes
The museum, designed by Kaj Franck, is a work of art itself. Discover the history of the oldest glass factory in the country.
Urjala
One of the best known sights in Finland, this medieval castle by a beautiful lake has been the stage of thousands of stories and many legendary battles.
Savonlinna
An old wooden quarter at the center of Kuopio. Discover life in ages past and get to know the trailblazing egalitarian and author Minna Canth (1844-1897).
Kuopio
Raasepori
See paintings and sculptures from famous Finnish artists from the 19th and 20th centuries, and get to know the life of the Erkko brothers, known as writers and newspaper men.
Orimattila
A museum with over 100 years of history with something for everyone: History, art and natural science!
Vaasa
Diverse art exhibitions from local and international artists, right by an idyllic riverside park.
Oulu
The 227 meter museum tunnel, descending 50 meters into the depths, transports you into the history of mining.
Outokumpu
The artist home of wood sculptor Eeva Ryynänen, Paateri features a timber atelier, church, home and gallery cafe in the middle of the forest.
Lieksa
A modest 19th century cottage which was the birth home of Elias Lönnrot; the Finnish national author and creator of the Finnish national epic Kalevala.
Lohja
Museum presents the history of electricity in Finland during the past 110 years.
Paimio
Immerse yourself in the life of a local merchant family a hundred years ago, all the way from the lavish banquet hall to the staff kitchen.
Hämeenlinna
Cottage-like home and Getsemane studio of the artist Kalervo Palsa, known for his provocative and often dark themes.
Kittilä
The largest open pit mine in the Nordics at one time, the museum leads you to the history of limestone mining.
Paraisten kaupunki
Get to know the history of island life and visit Lenin's hideaway in Parainen, known as the gateway to the Turku archipelago.
Paraisten kaupunki
The Parppeinvaara Poetry village keeps Carelian cultural heritage alive – during summertime with singing and kantele-playing guides!
Ilomantsi
The oldest wooden building in Turku has something for everyone. History of medicine, 18th century gentry life and a beautiful courtyard, all in the center of town.
Turku
The 70 buildings spanning three centuries form the second-largest outdoor museum in Finland. Witness the enchanting buildings in their full glory!
Lieksa
A unique outdoor museum with 20 timber buildings. Visit the house, peek into the sauna, take a gander at the stables, and much more!
Hankasalmi
Permanent art exhibition of sculptor Eero Hiironen (1938-2018), sculpture garden and changing exhibitions.
Ähtäri
The Koivola house shelters diverse modern and contemporary pieces at the Kouvola art museum, along with the City museum and its lexhibits on local history.
Kouvola
Finland´s only police museum is open to everyone!The Police Museum is located in the Tampere suburb of Hervanta.
Tampere
The Pori museum, known for its bold and adventurous exhibits, showcases modern contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Pori
At the Museum Centre Vapriikki in the Postal Museum, you will get to know Posti's history and present day through changing themes.
Tampere
Visit the replica study of Kalle Päätalo, famous for writing the longest published autobiography, and learn about his youth and the life of forestry loggers.
Taivalkoski
Familiarize yourself with the history of Raahe from prehistoric days to modern times, and marvel at Wanha Herra, the oldest diving suit in the world.
Raahe
Hear and see the history of Finnish radio and TV, right in the shadow of old transmission towers.
Lahti
Named after an iron age find, Harkko (Ingot) showcases art, archaeology and local history with annually changing exhibitions.
Raisio
Get to know the history of Finnish work, industry and strong alcohol.
Nurmijärvi
Discover the history of the seaside town and the life of one of the most famous artists in Finland, Helene Schjerfbeck.
Raasepori
Golden age of Finland pieces and international exhibits, all in a postcard-perfect pink house with two centuries of age.
Rauma
Set in the old naval school, the Rauma Maritime musem covers the maritime history of the area from the surface to the bottom of the sea.
Rauma
The combined home and workshop of an artisan who made oven tiles around the beginning of the 20th century.
Rauma
The piquant courtyard showcases the life of a maritime family during the 20th century. This is how life in the UNESCO World Heritage town looked in the olden days.
Rauma
The life and lifestyle of a wealthy shipowner family in Rauma, UNESCO World Heritage town, at the turn of the 20th century during the golden age of seafaring.
Rauma
Get to know the history of Rauma and its famous lace-making tradition, in the heart of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage town.
Rauma
Northern Savonian art, local history, with both peasant and gentry items at the Korhola manor, originally started as a private collection.
Rautalampi
An atmospheric museum center right next to Olavinlinna castle, exhibiting the Saimaa lake nature and history, with changing special exhibitions.
Savonlinna
RIISA, a museum with a soul. Thousands of years of byzanthine tradition meets karelian orthodox spirituality at this atmospheric museum.
Kuopio
Travel back in time amidst the 20 peasant farm buildings in this outdoor museum that represented Finland at the 1900 Paris World's Fair.
Karttula
History of the Rosenlew company, one of Finland's largest technical and industrial companies from 1853 to 1987. Right next to the factory area, in a protected warehouse.
Pori
One of the northernmost European museums, the themes are nordic and arctic environs. Changing exhibits, from valued Finnish pieces to international works.
Rovaniemi
Find out what life was life in the arctic circle at the end of the 19th century by visiting the Pöykkölä farm and 13 other buildings relocated to Rovaniemi.
Rovaniemi
Slices of life from everyday to celebration in Finnish army officer training during the span of a century. Located in the old fortress city of Hamina.
Hamina
A trove of local history and art which organizes changing exhibits throughout the year. The sculpture park and private visits to the artist residence complete the experience.
Saarijärvi
Temporarily closed for budgetary reasons.Visit the historical gentry house where national poet J.L.Runeberg worked as a tutor during the 19th century.
Saarijärvi
Discover the historical building and the life of seafarers on the west coast of Finland.
Uusikaupunki
The museum is located in a former cashier´s residence on the eastern side of the old Mälkiä lock.
Lappeenranta
Salo
100 years of Finnish electronics history! Get to know and test different devices from the company that developed the first Nokia mobile phone.
Salo
Tampere
Sastamala
Historical museum about the regions Satakunta ja Pori.
Pori
Learn how to repair old houses with love and care at Toivo, or get to know how Finns lived in the 1950s' at the Korsman family home.
Pori
Get to know the Satakunta nature at the Arkki. Local curiosities like the isle of muflons, bear dens, and more.
Pori
Experiences for the whole family! The science center offers 150 activity points and a 3D-cinema. A glass elevator ride takes you up the 45 meter tall tower.
Oulu
See the forest like you've never seen it before - at the Science Centre Pilke
Rovaniemi
Get to know the hard work of naval pilots in maritime Uusikaupunki. The pilot station, built in the 1850's, can be found on top of Vallimäki hill.
Uusikaupunki
The exhibition is open 25.
Seinäjoki
An old settlement, where artisans lived in 1700-1900, presenting objects related to handicraft trades.
Mäntsälä
Dramatised history and art in the former head office of the Serlachius paper company.
Mänttä-Vilppula
Classic artworks at the manor and contemporary art in the pavilion.
Mänttä-Vilppula
Rural Finland in miniature!
Helsinki
Inari
The Sinebrychoff Art Museum presents the Finnish National Gallery´s Old Masters´collection. Paul and Fanny Sinebrychoff´s House Museum forms the heart of the collection. Here you can enjoy the...
Helsinki
Sauna, sisu and skiing; experience the history of skiing! Each Finn has a relationship to skiing, from freetime passion to school P.E. traumas.
Lahti
The Skolt Sámi Heritage House shows exhibits on the indigenous folk of Sevettijärvi, the Koltta tribe.
Inari
Located at the historical Lappeenranta fort, the museum showcases the history and culture of Karelia – on both sides of the eastern border.
Lappeenranta
First museum of global espionage in the world.
Tampere
Come and experience life as it may have been at the turn of the 20th century in the countryside in Swedish-speaking Ostrobothnia.
Mustasaari
Pukstaavi, The Museum of Finnish Book offers knowledge and experiences to all who are interested in books and reading, regardless of age.
Sastamala
The main museum of Suomenlinna fortress Suomenlinna Museum is open all year round.
Helsinki
The museum farm of Lyytikkälä features rustic culture of the 1850´s.
Suomenniemi
The City of Mikkeli's museum of cultural history, known as the Suur-Savo Museum, records and exhibits the history of Mikkeli and its region.
Mikkeli
SuvirantaEero and Saimi Järnefelt’s artist homeThe building is surrounded by an impressive English-style garden, and you can still feel the atmosphere of the early 20th century inside.
Järvenpää
The Särestöniemi Museum in Kaukonen, Kittilä, displays the art and working environment of Reidar Särestöniemi (1925-1981).
Kittilä
Jyväskylä
Sport is the most inclusive phenomenon in Finnish society. Get to know the stories of Finnish sports at the Olympic stadium!
Helsinki
Taipale canal park area there are the Canal museum with a cafe, over 170 year old stone canal and the working Taipale canal with active waterbourne traffic.
Varkaus
Opened as a museum in 1987, Tamminiemi Villa was the official residence of the Presidents Ryti, Mannerheim and Kekkonen and the stage of many political negotiations and resolutions.
Helsinki
Themes from art history and phenomena of contemporary art in both its Finnish and international exhibitions.
Tampere
Temppeliaukio Church is situated in the heart of Helsinki and excavated into solid rock.
Helsinki
Pietarsaari
A museum of modern art known for its strong commitments near the border of Finland and Sweden. A must-see spot for an art enthusiast on a Lapland tour.
Tornio
Atmospheric artist residence invites you for a visit! The Heiska residence in the Jyväskylä lakeside has been kept in its original early 20th century condition.
Jyväskylä
Step back in time 200 years and visit the policemaster's house and garden from the 1780's.
Heinola
Cruise to Mobilia for a fast-paced visit to the world of motors. Intriguing vehicles and stories on the history of motoring.
Kangasala
A historical peasant community in a beautiful environment near the center of Vaasa. Embark on a journey to the 19th century.
Vaasa
The museum is a specialized museum for craft covering entire Finland.
Jyväskylä
A culture-historical museum consisting of six buildings and 11 charcoal owens which presents the history of the ironworks from 18th to the 20 th century.
Kemiönsaari
Riihimäki
The Finnish Labour Museum Werstas is the biggest museum in Finland which have free admission.
Tampere
The Finnish Museum of Games tells the story of the Finnish gaming culture. At the museum visitors get to try games from different time periods in authentic environments.
Tampere
The Finnish Museum of Photography presents exhibitions of Finnish and international photography by established and emerging talents, as well as the diverse history of the craft.
Helsinki
Finlands fotografiska museum K1 – världen genom fotografiet.
Helsinki
The museum dedicated to the nature conservation is located at the historical spinning mill area in Forssa.
Forssa
A Beautiful 20th century artist residence and atelier at the heart of Finnish culture, the shores of Tuusulanjärvi lake.
Tuusula
The museum presents 10 000 years of Finnish hunting with different kinds of traps and weapons.
Riihimäki
Manor life and everyday objects in a beautiful environment. Specialities include memorial rooms for artists such as author Mika Waltari and a traditional chimneyless cottage.
Hartola
The history of the jaeger movement in Finland.
Kauhava
The Roos House is a charming combination of art and Kokkola history.
Kokkola
In this very same building in 1905 Lenin and Stalin met for the first time with the consequences that changed the world. The Lenin Museum takes you on a fascinating journey to the shared past of...
Tampere
The unique contemporary art exhibitions of the Lönnström art museum are created in collaboration with artists.
Rauma
Get to know the maritime history and urban culture of the coastal city, in a historical environment.
Pietarsaari
The unique home of remarkable Finnish military leader and statesman Gustaf Mannerheim. Get to know his life and the history of Finland at a beautiful parkside villa in central Helsinki.
Helsinki
The Maritime Museum of Finland is a national maritime museum, located in the Maritime Centre Vellamo in Kotka.
Kotka
A charming merchant home from the 1900's, right in the Turku historical quarter.
Turku
The Museum of Kymenlaakso is situated in the Maritime Centre Vellamo at the old City Port of Kotka.
Kotka
The Museum of Tornio Valley showcases Tornio Valley culture and history on both sides of the Finnish-Swedish border.
Tornio
Borderland tarvern traditions, life in the arctic, and the history of reindeer herding right in the middle of Salla.
Salla
The world's only four-mast cargo ship to prevail in its original condition is an unforgettable visit to a bygone age.
Maarianhamina
We are now Helsinki University Museum Flame! We elucidate the wonders of science, arts, and starry sky.
Helsinki
The oldest town hall in Finland.
Porvoo
Discover the fascinating tale of a company which evolved from a 19th century leatherwork shop into a modern design company.
Ulvila
History of textilecrafts in hundreds of different colors! Gems of Finnish design at Forssa, a city known for its textiles.
Forssa
Finland’s largest prison museum The Prison examines the history of prison management and prison life by evoking emotions and breaking preconceived notions.
Hämeenlinna
Discover the history of Lapland from ancient times to modern days at the Rovaniemi Arktikum house.
Rovaniemi
A verse of poetry come to life! The atmosphere of Finland's oldest countryside museum is enjoyable for all ages.
Kemiönsaari
Sami people’s of history, culture and mythology over thousands of years.
Kittilä
Pietarsaari harbor shelters reparations schooner Vega and 18th century style galley Jacobstad Wapen during the summer.
Pietarsaari
The Sibelius Museum is the most versatile music museum in Finland.
Turku
A museum displaying Amos Anderson’s art collection and personal history has been operating at the main building of Söderlångvik since 1965.
Kemiönsaari
The representative home of the factory owners, Teresia and Rafael Lönnström, with collection of Finnish art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Rauma
The Tobacco museum displays the local tobacco industry between 1762-1998.
Pietarsaari
Portraits, sketches and works of plaster by sculptor Walter Runeberg (1838-1920), son of the poet J.
Porvoo
WeeGee is a museum, exhibition and event hub in Tapiola.
Espoo
Theatre Museum’s exhibitions transport visitors into the theatre and backstage to see and experience what performance and theatre are all about.
Helsinki
The museum is the previous home of Mr.
Vaasa
The museum is a farmyard complex typical of this region, with all appropriate buildings and equipment.
Oulu
The changing exhibitions inside of the granite caste walls of Turku Art Museum provide a fascinating panorama of art from iconic pieces to the very latest contemporary artworks.
Turku
This more than 700 year old granite castle is one of the top sights in Finland.
Turku
The Turku Cathedral Museum upstairs in the south gallery takes visitors on a trip all the way back to the fourteenth century.
Turku
UNESCO World Heritage site that captures an interesting phase of development in Finland’s industrial history.
Kouvola
Ylöjärvi
The products and history of the weaving industry in Hyvinkää in 1892-1981.
Hyvinkää
The Lieto Vanhalinna manor grounds are a popular cultural site in the national landscape of Aurajoki area.
Lieto
Artsi takes care, maintains & accumulates the art collection owned by the city of Vantaa.
Vantaa
The City Museum holds changing exhibitions related to the history and culture of the Vantaa region.
Vantaa
Varkaus museums - Varkaus city museum and art museum
Varkaus
The first photography center in Finland is situated at an idyllic old wooden atelje house of the photographer Victor Barsokevitschin (1863-1933). VB-photographycenter exhibits Finnish and...
Kuopio
Hamina
The history of Vihti presented in three separate museum buildings from the 19th century.
Vihti
A museum presenting the works of artist Vilho Lampi (1898-1936).
Liminka
The Villa Gyllenberg museum, which is comprised of the Gyllenberg family home and an adjoining gallery, is located in the beautiful and natural surroundings of Helsinki’s Kuusisaari area.
Helsinki
Architect Alvar Aalto’s masterpiece, Villa Kokkonen, was built for composer Joonas Kokkonen (1921–1996) in 1969, next to Lake Tuusula.
Järvenpää
A military history museum presenting the history of the Salpa Line fortification with both indoor and outdoor exhibitions.
Virolahti
The life and works of sculptor Emil Wikström (1864-1942), in his studio home (1902-13) with authentic interior.
Valkeakoski
History of a wooden town and seafaring.
Uusikaupunki
WAM is an art museum of the City of Turku, whose varying exhibitions present contemporary art phenomena locally as well as internationally. In addition to the exhibitions, the museum organises many...
Turku
History of finnish peacekeeping from the year 1056 to modern times.
Hamina
Graffitis, murals and other art in an abandoned amusement park in Vaasa.
Vaasa
The Winter War Museum tells people about the events of the Winter War in Kuhmo.
Kuhmo
Authentic home of a Russian merchant family, which occupied the house for four generations. The house, built in 1826, is one of the few surviving old wooden houses in the centre of Lappeenranta.
Lappeenranta
The working-class home, located in its original place, presents working-class life in Vaajakoski in the early 1930s.
Jyväskylä
Works by sculptor Yrjö Liipola (1881-1971).
Koski Tl
Paintings, sculptures, installations... experience the Åland mindset through art.
Maarianhamina
The Åland museum of fishing and hunting showcases historical everyday life in the archipelago. The museum is located at a beautiful village by the sea.
Eckerö
Experience the history of humans and the sea. Dive into the ages of seafaring, from the mast of a schooner all the way to the bridge of a large-scale oil tanker!
Maarianhamina
The history of Åland Islands, the only autonomic region of Finland - from the first seal hunters, who set foot on these rocky islands, to the global and multicultural society of today.
Maarianhamina
Get to know Mr. Toivo Parantainen and his remarkable collection of fine art at Äänekoski Art Museum!
Äänekoski
The museum tells the story of the Önningeby Colony (1866-1914), established by several artists around painter Victor Westerholm.
Jomala