World-class museums and art galleries
Visit the Tampere Art Museum, Police museum or explore history at the Vapriikki Museum Centre, which houses exhibitions on everything from natural history to contemporary photography.
Festivals and events
The city hosts numerous events throughout the year, such as the internationally renowned Tampere Film Festival, Blockfest, Finland’s largest hip-hop festival, and Tammerfest, the biggest city festival showcasing top music acts. Don’t forget Alihankintamessut, Europe’s second biggest manufacturing industry fair event.
Outdoor adventures
With lakes on either side and forrest all aronud, Tampere offers endless opportunities for hiking, skiing, kayaking, or cycling. Try a day out on Lake Pyhäjärvi or Näsijärvi or explore Pyynikki Ridge, the world’s highest gravel ridge, with breathtaking views of the surrounding lakes and forests.
Sauna culture in our DNA
Tampere is a hub for Finnish sauna culture, with iconic establishments like Rauhaniemi Public Sauna and the famous Rajaportti Sauna, the oldest public sauna still in operation. Embracing both tradition and modernity, Tampere also offers a new generation of sauna experiences, such as the trendy Saunaravintola Kuuma, which combines sauna with dining, and floating sauna rafts that can be rented for a unique, scenic sauna experience on the lakes.
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Sports and recreation
Tampere’s residents have a deep love for sports, particularly ice hockey, soccer, floorball, pesäpallo, basketball and athletics. The city is home to several top professional teams and frequently hosts major national and international sporting events at the state-of-the-art Nokia Arena.
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