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Things to see in Jyväskylä (Finland): 31 places and when to go
Jyväskylä is a town in Finland with around 98,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Nature (15), Wildlife (7), Temples (5). The best known are Säynätsalo Town Hall, Alvar Aalto Museum and Muuratsalo Experimental House. The best time to come is June to September; also possible: December to May and October. In June there are 19 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 62.2603, 25.75
- Population
- About 98,000
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (15) · Wildlife (7) · Temples (5) · Mountains (5) · Museums and art (4) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- June to September.
- Also possible
- December to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 220 km as the crow flies
What to see in Jyväskylä
The places in and around Jyväskylä, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Säynätsalo Town HallAdministrative building in Jyväskylä, Finland13 km
- Alvar Aalto MuseumMuseum in Finland3.1 km
- Muuratsalo Experimental HouseHome museum in Jyväskylä, originally ateljé and summer house built in 1952-54 by Elissa and Alvar Aalto16 km
- Kuokkala BridgeBridge in Jyväskylä, Finland3.0 km
- Museum of Central FinlandMuseum in Jyväskylä, Finland3.1 km
- Taulumäki ChurchChurch building in Jyväskylä, Finland766 m
- LaajavuoriHill in Jyväskylä, Finland3.4 km
- Muurame churchChurch building in Muurame, Finland16 km
- Toivakka ChurchChurch building in Toivakka, Finland25 km
- Kärkinen BridgeRoad bridge in Jyväskylä, Finland30 km
- RautpohjaBay of lake Tuomiojärvi, Jyväskylä, Finland2.2 km
- RoninmäkiHill in Jyväskylä, Finland5.8 km
- Säynätsalo ChurchChurch building in Jyväskylä, Finland13 km
- TaulumäkiHill in Jyväskylä, Finland744 m
- Vaajakoski Baptist ChurchBaptist congregation in Jyväskylä, Finland6.2 km
- Äijälänsalmi old bridgeNature4.5 km
- KeljonlahtiBay of lake Päijänne in Jyväskylä, Finland7.4 km
- Sallaajärven Aarnialue (luonnonsuojelualue)Protected area in Finland (YSA092880)9.4 km
- HIISI Brewing Company LtdBrewery4.6 km
- KanavuoriHill in Kanavuori, Jyväskylä, Finland8.1 km
- Kärppäkiven Lehdon LuonnonsuojeluaueProtected area in Finland (YSA092212)16 km
- Keski-Suomen maakuntauraHiking24 km
- KorvenkehtoProtected area20 km
- KoskenvuoriHill in Jyväskylä, Finland8.0 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Kylpylä Laajavuori
- Nature: Lullinvuoren Luonnonsuojelalue, Muuratsaran Luonnonsuojelualue, Satasarvisen Pohjoisrinteen Lehmusmetsikkö, Toimela
- Hiking: Maakuntaura
- Snow: Riihivuori Resort
When to go to Jyväskylä
The best time to visit Jyväskylä is June to September; also possible: December to May and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible5:38
- FebPossible8:27
- MarPossible11:17
- AprPossible14:27
- MayPossible17:22
- JunBest time19:20
- JulBest time18:28
- AugBest time15:42
- SepBest time12:34
- OctPossible9:30
- NovBetter not6:30
- DecPossible4:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 19 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 39. In June, 30 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to Finland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Jyväskylä
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 220 km as the crow flies. How to get around Finland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Laukaa6 places20 km
- Jämsä5 places49 km
- Mänttä6 places65 km
- Pihlajavesi6 places73 km
- Ähtäri5 places90 km
- Ruovesi6 places92 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Jyväskylä?
The best known: Säynätsalo Town Hall, Alvar Aalto Museum, Muuratsalo Experimental House, Kuokkala Bridge, Museum of Central Finland. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Jyväskylä?
June to September; also possible: December to May and October. In June there are 19 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 4 h 39.
How do you get to Jyväskylä?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 220 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Jyväskylä as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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