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.
A center of nature, culture and art right in the middle of the UNESCO archipelago biosphere.
Paraisten kaupunki
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
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 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
Discover the history of air defense and its significance to Finland during wartime trough exhibitions and army equipment.
Tuusula
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
The Biological Museum, established in 1907, is a museum of natural history.
Turku
Birthplace of the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.
Hämeenlinna
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 artist residence in a picturesque coastal city. Features works by Axel Haartaman and others, like Helen Schjerfbeck.
Naantali
Art house by the sea
Raasepori
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
Emil Cedercreutz Museum by the beautiful Kokemäenjoki river combines art and cultural history.
Harjavalta
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
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
Jyväskylä
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
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
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
Named after the distinctive world traveller, the museum showcases the brave explorer's life's work and with cultures of the world.
Espoo
We are now Helsinki University Museum Flame! We elucidate the wonders of science, arts, and starry sky.
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
Get to know the life, thoughts and mind of Finland's national author Aleksis Kivi.
Nurmijärvi
The crown jewel of the Håkansböle estate is the art nouveau manor built in 1908.
Vantaa
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
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
The unique Pedagogy is Kokkola’s main attraction and landmark.
Kokkola
Museum of cultural history, Art museum, Keuruu Old Church, Pihlajavesi Wilderness Church, Pihlajavesi Museum, the new churches in Keuruu and Pihlajavesi.
Keuruu
See the craftsmanship and life of ironworkers, along with changing exhibitions at the historical Karkkila ironworks museum Senkka.
Karkkila
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
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
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
Discover the nature and cultural history of eastern Finland in an impressive hundred-year old jugend building.
Kuopio
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
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
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
Experience Loimaa through art. Discover artworks at the exhibition halls and visit the unique Alpo Jaakkola statue park during the summer.
Loimaa
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
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
Muisti Centre of War and Peace shares experiences of war in order to promote peace.
Mikkeli
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
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
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
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
A museum with over 100 years of history with something for everyone: History, art and natural science!
Vaasa
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
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 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
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
Finland´s only police museum is open to everyone!The Police Museum is located in the Tampere suburb of Hervanta.
Tampere
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
Golden age of Finland pieces and international exhibits, all in a postcard-perfect pink house with two centuries of age.
Rauma
RIISA, a museum with a soul. Thousands of years of byzanthine tradition meets karelian orthodox spirituality at this atmospheric museum.
Kuopio
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
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
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
Classic artworks at the manor and contemporary art in the pavilion.
Mänttä-Vilppula
Rural Finland in miniature!
Helsinki
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
Come and experience life as it may have been at the turn of the 20th century in the countryside in Swedish-speaking Ostrobothnia.
Mustasaari
Säynätsalo Town Hall is one of architect Alvar Aalto’s most significant works.
Jyväskylä
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
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
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
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
The museum presents 10 000 years of Finnish hunting with different kinds of traps and weapons.
Riihimäki
The history of the jaeger movement in Finland.
Kauhava
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
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
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
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
Theatre Museum’s exhibitions transport visitors into the theatre and backstage to see and experience what performance and theatre are all about.
Helsinki
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 Lieto Vanhalinna manor grounds are a popular cultural site in the national landscape of Aurajoki area.
Lieto
The City Museum holds changing exhibitions related to the history and culture of the Vantaa region.
Vantaa
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
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
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