City Museum of Imatra
Virastokatu, 1, ImatraOnce in Imatra, do not forget to visit the local city museum. It is located in the building of the Cultural Center next to the Art Museum. In addition to antiques exhibiting the history of Imatra, the city museum has a large collection of photographs dating back to 1800.
Moomin-Troll Valley
Tuulensuunkatu, 14, NaantaliAt the coast of the Finnish city of Naantali, there is a wonderful world of Moomin-Troll. The fairy tale of the famous writer Tove Jansson was realized thanks to the fans of her talent. Moomintee Island is considered one of the best children's theme parks in the world.
Imatrankoski
ImatrankoskiImatrankoski - without exaggeration the main attraction of Imatra. And although it is not a unique monument of architecture or even a famous memorial (Imatrankoski is called a waterfall formed when water is drained from a local HPP), he managed to glorify his town far beyond Finland.
Sweaborg
Suomenlinna C74, HelsinkiThe fortress was built in 1748, at a time when Finland was not yet an independent country and was part of the Swedish state. For more than half a century the fortress was the most valuable sea fortification that defended Helsinki.
Church in the Rock
Helsinki, Lutherinkatu, 3Usually, churches draw tourists' attention with their antiquity, imposing dimensions or artsy architectural style. The Church of Temppeliaukio in Helsinki is very different from its counterparts. Built in the late 60s of the last century, it contains many other advantages.
Aquapark in Helsinki
Espoo, Tornimaentie 10The water park "Serena" in Helsinki is considered to be the largest tropical aqua park in Finland and the whole of Scandinavia. The water park is located in the suburbs of Helsinki, Northern Espoo, about 20 km from the center of Helsinki.
Aqua Park Flamingo
Vantaa, Tasetie, 8The water park next to Helsinki is located in the city of Vantaa, 19 km from the capital. "Flamingo" is part of the shopping and entertainment complex and, in addition to the usual water attractions, offers spa treatments.
Water park "Fontanella"
Siilinjarvi, Kuiluntie, 2Children are waiting for water splashes in the children's pool with funny little animals and fountains, riding with a breeze on the water slide and fun in the pool with waves. An older company will appreciate the sports pool and the diversity of water therapy.
Aquarium "Maretarium"
Kotka, Sapokankatu, 2The exhibition aquarium "Maretarium" is not just a visiting card and pride of Kotka. This is also a manifestation of the high ecological culture of the inhabitants of the city and all Finns, their love for nature and a careful attitude to the underwater riches of the country. The
Sapoka Water Park in Kotka
Kotka, Sapokankatu, 2A small but incredibly picturesque and well-kept water park "Sapoka" has long been a pride and one of the central sights of Kotka. In general, Sapoka is a boat port, from where the voyage boats leave for the island of Varissaari, as well as for the distant islands of the archipelago Lehmiasaari.
The Winter Garden of Helsinki
Hammarskjöldintie 1, HelsinkiFor more than 100 years people in Helsinki have been enjoying walks and appointments in the Winter Garden. The entrance here is free - so bequeathed to Major-General Jakob Lindfors, who created this indoor greenhouse in the 19th century.
Zoo in Helsinki
Helsinki Zoo Mustikkamaanpolku, 12Zoo Korkeasaari is located on the island of the same name and is considered one of the most northern and oldest zoos in the world. The zoo is divided into several zones. In Africa, you can observe reptiles and amphibians from the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, in Amazonia - to get acquainted with the fauna of South America.
Isopuisto Landscape Park
Kotka, Kymenlaaksonkatu, 2Isopuisto Landscape Park is not just the largest in Kotka (it stretches over an area of more than eight hectares), but also one of the oldest. At the end of the 18th century, the foundation of the future Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker was laid, and the first trees were planted at that time.
Linnanmäki
Helsinki, Tivolikuja, 1Linnanmäki Park is the oldest amusement park in Finland. It was opened in 1950 and to this day is very much loved by the inhabitants of Helsinki and numerous tourists. Every year about one million people visit the park.
Lutheran Cathedral in Kotka
Kotka, Kirkkokatu, 26Lutheran Cathedral, belonging to the diocese of Mikkeli Evangelichesko-Lutheran Church of Finland, is the main church of Kotka, which has become the main architectural dominant of the central part of the city. Construction of the main cathedral of Kotka took only two years: it began in 1897
Catherine's Marine Park in Kotka
Kotka, PuistolaOn the southern ledge of the island of Kotkansaari is the youngest park of Kotka, the Sea Park of Catherine. The territory of more than 20 hectares at the beginning of this century has become a universal park and recreational zone. Here life boils throughout the year.
Sea Life Marine Center
Tivolitie 10, HelsinkiImmersion in the sea abyss right in the center of Helsinki - that's waiting for everyone in the sea center of Sea Life. Just imagine: over your head slowly, a little lazy swim majestic sharks.
Maritime Center «Vellamo»
Kotka, Tornatorintie, 124On the shores of the Gulf of Finland, the sea center "Vellamo" is located in the port of Kantasatam with the preserved port atmosphere. This huge modern complex appeared in the heart of the Finnish town of Kotka in 2008 and instantly gained incredible popularity.
The Museum of Aeronautics in Kotka
Kymi, Lentokentantie, 234At 16 km from the city of Kotka, in the wilds of the dense forest, in the huge green hangar on the territory of the airfield Kymi there are exhibits of the Museum of aeronautics. All the planes presented here are not just museum exhibits, but working machines ready at any moment to soar into the sky. The
Museum of Design in Helsinki
Helsingfors, Hogbergsgatan, 23In the last century, design has not yet been formalized as an independent branch of art. Meanwhile, the Helsinki Design Museum - one of the oldest museums of its kind in the world - has already demonstrated a small collection of applied art objects to a wide audience.
Fishing, winter sports, kayaking and canoeing, sea cruises, a trip to Lapland to Santa Claus itself (the schedule of the Santa Park entertainment park: in the summer, from June 18 to August 13, from Tuesday to Saturday, with 10 .00 to 18 .00; winter, from November 26 to January 14, every day, from 10 am.00 to 18 .00; ticket price: in summer, for adults - 16 EUR, for children - 13 euro; in winter, for adults - 28 EUR, for children - 23 euros), bird and animal watching, for example, reindeer, snow village Lainio (schedule: from 10 December to 15 April, every day, from 10 am..00 to 22 .00; ticket price: for an adult, 10 EUR, for children from 14 to 4 years, 5 EUR, for younger children free of charge), where you can admire the ice art works and even spend the night, and much more are waiting for anyone who decides to go on vacation in so close to Russians in spirit and at the same time far from Finland .The
It's nice to come to Finland with children. Numerous amusement parks, the most famous of which are the Linnanmäki near Helsinki and the Moomin Valley near the town of Naantali, water parks, entertainment related to the legend of the Finnish Ded Moroz, provide an excellent opportunity to feel what a family holiday is like in Europe. For "adult" tourists of greatest interest are the cultural attractions of Helsinki, Turku, Kuopio and Tampere.