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.
Please note, that the museums are updating their sites at museot.fi, and some of the information can only be found in Finnish.
Fine-art photography in a conserved beautiful wooden building. The Mikkeli photography center is the museum and center for photograpy enthusiasts.
Mikkeli
A center of nature, culture and art right in the middle of the UNESCO archipelago biosphere.
Paraisten kaupunki
On guided tours, you will learn about Ahlström's industrial and family history through stories while you enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Noormarkku.
Noormarkku
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 variety of art forms.
Jyväskylä
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
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 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
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
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
A presentation of Finnish aviation history from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day.
Jyväskylä
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
Welcome to the world of textiles! Discover how Forssa spun itself into a city with cloth manufacturing.
Forssa
Marvel at the exhibits of Galleri Elverket in enchanting Tammisaari. The exhibits at the old electrical center feature modern and contemporary pieces.
Raasepori
Stories on gold right next to a national park! Hear colorful stories of the gold fever that once gripped Lapland.
Sodankylä
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
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
A charming atmosphere, intriguing stories and enchanting exhibits; get to know the cultural heritage of the city of Heinola.
Heinola
Trams have been clattering around the streets of Helsinki for more than one hundred years.
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
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 history of Finnish Army infantry from the Swedish empire to modern days set in old army barracks.
Mikkeli
Art at the heart of a North Karelian city. Topical phenomenon, Finnish art treasures, religious and international art.
Joensuu
Begin your discovery of the Tuusulanjärvi artist community at the Järvenpää art museum!
Järvenpää
The living room of the city invites to meet and explore art. See enchanting contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Kajaani
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
Showcasing the life's work of sculptor Kimmo Pyykkö and Finnish art in the awarded Kangasala house.
Kangasala
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, events and experiences at Kunsthalle Seinäjoki.
Seinäjoki
Discover the nature and cultural history of eastern Finland in an impressive hundred-year old jugend building.
Kuopio
Käsityönmuseo Miila tells the story of the long history of crafts and their meaning in everyday life.
Paimio
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
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
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
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
Peculiar and unique art from southern Savonia and other places. Experience the exhibitions and get to know the pieces.
Mikkeli
Get to know the interesting world of sparkling stones and minerals at the big Vapriikki Museum Center in the centre of Tampere.
Tampere
Step into the enchanting world of Tove Jansson’s Moomin books.
Tampere
Muisti Centre of War and Peace shares experiences of war in order to promote peace.
Mikkeli
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
In Music Museum Fame you can experience music in unique ways and be introduced to Finnish music from many decades.
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 sights after your museum visit!
Lieksa
Familiarize yourself with the historical traditions of Karelia at the museum of North Karelia. Changing exhibitions and the fairytale city of Mukulakatu for children.
Joensuu
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
VEIJO RÖNKKÖNEN (1942–2010) built remarkable ITE* park in Koitsanlahti, Parikkala, close to the Russian border in Finland.
Parikkala
Permanent art exhibition of sculptor Eero Hiironen (1938-2018), sculpture garden and changing exhibitions.
Ähtäri
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
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
Named after an iron age find, Harkko (Ingot) showcases art, archaeology and local history with annually changing exhibitions.
Raisio
The fascinating collection of the Riihimäki Art Museum offers a good overview of the works of Finnish artists of the first half of the 20th century.
Riihimäki
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
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
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
The 100-year-old locomotive shed now houses a modern art museum.
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
Siida, your guide to the culture of the Lapland indigenous Sami people and the nature of the arctic wilderness.
Inari
Historical museum about the regions Satakunta ja Pori.
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
Seinäjoki Graffitilandia is a street art experince in a former junk stores premises.
Seinäjoki
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
Siida is your guide to Sámi culture and the diverse nature of Northern Lapland.
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 athmosphere of the brewery owner's splendid home.
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
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
The main museum of Suomenlinna fortress Suomenlinna Museum is open all year round.
Helsinki
Sport is the most inclusive phenomenon in Finnish society. Get to know the stories of Finnish sports at the Olympic stadium!
Helsinki
Themes from art history and phenomena of contemporary art in both its Finnish and international exhibitions.
Tampere
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
Cruise to Mobilia for a fast-paced visit to the world of motors. Intriguing vehicles and stories on the history of motoring.
Kangasala
The museum focuses on the the history of glass.
Riihimäki
The history of the jaeger movement in Finland.
Kauhava
The Museum of Tornio Valley showcases Tornio Valley culture and history on both sides of the Finnish-Swedish border.
Tornio
The world's only four-mast cargo ship to prevail in its original condition is an unforgettable visit to a bygone age.
Maarianhamina
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
Discover the history of Lapland from ancient times to modern days at the Rovaniemi Arktikum house.
Rovaniemi
A museum displaying Amos Anderson’s art collection and personal history has been operating at the main building of Söderlångvik since 1965.
Kemiönsaari
The Tobacco museum displays the local tobacco industry between 1762-1998.
Pietarsaari
Ylöjärvi
Artsi takes care, maintains & accumulates the art collection owned by the city of Vantaa.
Vantaa
Varkaus museums - Varkaus city museum and art museum
Varkaus
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 kinds of art projects, lectures, concerts, workshops, courses, and theme days, such as the popular WAM children’s weekends.
Turku
History of finnish peacekeeping from the year 1056 to modern times.
Hamina
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
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