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 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
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...
Jyväskylä
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
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
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 Biological Museum, established in 1907, is a museum of natural history.
Turku
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
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 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
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
KAMU brings Espoo's history to life.
Espoo
Welcome to the Finnish Aviation Museum. Check our audio guide at SoundCloud app!
Vantaa
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
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
The first Finnish museum ship and one of the symbols of the Aura river, which flows across Turku. Open during the summer.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
The living room of the city invites to meet and explore art. See enchanting contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Kajaani
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
Högfors blast furnace founded in 1820 was used to produce crude iron from iron ore that was excavated from Kulonsuonmäki mine in Karkkila.
Karkkila
Immerse yourself in nordic art and the spirit of Lapland at the Kemi art museum.
Kemi
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
Kumpula botanic garden is situated on the historical grounds of Kumpula Manor.
Helsinki
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
Experience the Finnish people’s past from prehistory to contemporary times.
Helsinki
Art at the expanses of Ostrobothnia. The Alvar Aalto-designed Villa Väinölä is also a part of the museum.
Alajärvi
An authentic 1920's school room interior, set in the first elementary school of the town.
Nurmijärvi
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
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
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
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 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
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
The Pori museum, known for its bold and adventurous exhibits, showcases modern contemporary art from Finland and abroad.
Pori
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
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
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
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
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 museum is located in a former cashier´s residence on the eastern side of the old Mälkiä lock.
Lappeenranta
Salo
Tampere
Sastamala
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
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
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 museum farm of Lyytikkälä features rustic culture of the 1850´s.
Suomenniemi
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
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
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
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 is a specialized museum for craft covering entire Finland.
Jyväskylä
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
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
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 Roos House is a charming combination of art and Kokkola history.
Kokkola
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 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
The oldest town hall in Finland.
Porvoo
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
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
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
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 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
Hamina
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
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
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
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