Discover Finnish Museums!
Search for museums, exhibitions, events and cultural routes all over Finland. Find the best holiday ideas and spontaneous everyday activities.
Search for museums, exhibitions, events and cultural routes all over Finland. Find the best holiday ideas and spontaneous everyday activities.
The Museum Card allows you to visit magnificent museums.
A unique modernist sculpture park and the home museum of the famous sculptor Laila Pullinen (1933-2015) in an atmospheric manor near Helsinki.
Vantaa
Proud maritime traditions of the Nauvo Island, right along the iconic travel route, archipelago ring road.
Paraisten kaupunki
Voipaala is a meeting place for lovers of art, history, cultural events and nature.
Valkeakoski
The collection of over 5000 plant species is a living display of the diversity of the plant kingdom.
Turku
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
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
A glimpse into the life of the laborers in the first Finnish industrial city, set in an atmospheric wooden house block.
Tampere
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 Biological Museum, established in 1907, is a museum of natural history.
Turku
The oldest building in Lappeenranta houses stories of the Finnish cavalry both in war and peace, from the 14th century to modern days.
Lappeenranta
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
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
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
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
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
Forestry Museum of Lapland - a unique stage for history.
Rovaniemi
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
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
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
Marvel at the exhibits of Galleri Elverket in enchanting Tammisaari. The exhibits at the old electrical center feature modern and contemporary pieces.
Raasepori
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
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
Sneak in through the yellow gate and revel in the atmosphere of the 1860s in the oldest surviving wooden house in Helsinki.
Helsinki
Trams have been clattering around the streets of Helsinki for more than one hundred years.
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
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
The crown jewel of the Håkansböle estate is the art nouveau manor built in 1908.
Vantaa
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
Located in the middle of the beautiful Museum Quarter, the Exhibition Hall is a place for temporary exhibitions managed by the K.
Kokkola
The living room of the city invites to meet and explore art. See enchanting contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Kajaani
Högfors blast furnace founded in 1820 was used to produce crude iron from iron ore that was excavated from Kulonsuonmäki mine in Karkkila.
Karkkila
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
The Kierikki centre and Stone Age Village present Finnish prehistory and way of life 6000 years ago.
Oulu
Showcasing the life's work of sculptor Kimmo Pyykkö and Finnish art in the awarded Kangasala house.
Kangasala
Stunning collection of Finnish art from the 1850's to the 1970's in the heart of Helsinki.
Helsinki
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
Kumpula botanic garden is situated on the historical grounds of Kumpula Manor.
Helsinki
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
A new exciting museum of visual arts opens in Lahti during spring 2022.
Lahti
Finnish art from the 1850's to modern days, set in the 18th century barrack buildings of the Lappeenranta fort.
Lappeenranta
A museum for the whole family!
Espoo
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
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
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
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
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
In Music Museum Fame you can experience music in unique ways and be introduced to Finnish music from many decades.
Helsinki
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
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
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
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
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
The postal museum is an experience into postal history for the whole family, from the 17th century to today!
Tampere
Named after an iron age find, Harkko (Ingot) showcases art, archaeology and local history with annually changing exhibitions.
Raisio
Discover the history of the seaside town and the life of one of the most famous artists in Finland, Helene Schjerfbeck.
Raasepori
An atmospheric museum center right next to Olavinlinna castle, exhibiting the Saimaa lake nature and history, with changing special exhibitions.
Savonlinna
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
The collection of paintings, sculptures and prints by Finnish and foreign artists, mainly works from the1960´s and 1970´s.
Tampere
See the forest like you've never seen it before - at the Science Centre Pilke
Rovaniemi
Dramatised history and art in the former head office of the Serlachius paper company.
Mänttä-Vilppula
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
The Skolt Sámi Heritage House shows exhibits on the indigenous folk of Sevettijärvi, the Koltta tribe.
Inari
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 Särestöniemi Museum in Kaukonen, Kittilä, displays the art and working environment of Reidar Särestöniemi (1925-1981).
Kittilä
Säynätsalo Town Hall is one of architect Alvar Aalto’s most significant works.
Jyväskylä
Sport is the most inclusive phenomenon in Finnish society. Get to know the stories of Finnish sports at the Olympic stadium!
Helsinki
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
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
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
The museum focuses on the the history of glass.
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
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
The Roos House is a charming combination of art and Kokkola history.
Kokkola
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
The oldest town hall in Finland.
Porvoo
Finland’s largest prison museum The Prison examines the history of prison management and prison life by evoking emotions and breaking preconceived notions.
Hämeenlinna
Sami people’s of history, culture and mythology over thousands of years.
Kittilä
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
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
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 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
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
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