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Things to see in Tampere (Finland): 38 places and when to go
Tampere is a city in Finland with around 259,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly Temples (9), Nature (9), Wildlife (8). The best known are Tampere Cathedral, Näsinneula and Tampere Ice Stadium. The best time to come is December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 19 h of daylight, and in December, 4 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Finland · 61.5, 23.75
- Population
- About 259,000
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (9) · Nature (9) · Wildlife (8) · With kids (6) · Food and drink (4) · Hot springs (4)
- Best time
- December to March and June to September.
- Also possible
- April to May and October.
- Nearest airport
- HEL Helsinki (Vantaa), 147 km as the crow flies
What to see in Tampere
The places in and around Tampere, 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.
- Tampere CathedralCathedral in Tampere, Finland1.1 km
- NäsinneulaObservation tower in Tampere, Finland657 m
- Tampere Ice StadiumIce hall in Tampere, Finland4.0 km
- Tampere Orthodox ChurchEastern Orthodox church in Tampere, Finland1.3 km
- Kaleva ChurchChurch building in Tampere, Finland2.3 km
- Spy MuseumMuseum in Tampere598 m
- Messukylä Old ChurchChurch building in Tampere, Finland5.2 km
- Police MuseumPolice museum in Tampere, Finland7.5 km
- Aitolahti Old ChurchChurch building in Tampere, Finland9.1 km
- Messukylä ChurchChurch building in Tampere, Finland5.5 km
- Nokia ChurchChurch in Nokia, Finland12 km
- Tampere Market HallMarket hall in Tampere, Finland576 m
- Pyynikki EskerEsker in Tampere, Finland1.1 km
- Rajaportin saunaPublic sauna in Tampere, Finland1.6 km
- MustalahtiBay of Näsijärvi in Tampere, Finland478 m
- Lempäälän helluntaiseurakuntaTemples20 km
- Pyynikki beachBeach in Tampere, Finland1.4 km
- Rauhaniemi Public BathsPublic bath in Tampere, Finland2.6 km
- Särkänniemi AquariumPublic aquarium in Tampere, Finland669 m
- Scandic Eden NokiaSpa hotel in Nokia, Finland12 km
- Ylöjärven HelluntaiseurakuntaTemples10 km
- Hervantajärven uimarantaHot spring bath9.3 km
- Kaleva Brewing CompanyBrewery3.0 km
- Kintulammin luonnonsuojelualueProtected area16 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Korvola-Porin yhdystie retkeilyreitti
- With kids: Lastukka, Pool area and day spa at Tampereen Kehräämö, Vesimaailma Louhi, Viihdekeskus Ideapark
- Nature: Luodon saaren luonnonsuojelualue, Makkarajärvi-viitastenperän Luonnonsuojelualue, Myllypuron luonnonsuojelualue, Pahaluoman luonnonsuojelualue, Vaakkolammi-Likokallion luonnonsuojelualue, Valkeekiven lehto
- Hot springs: Massunlasten uimapaikka
- Food and drink: Nokian Panimo Oyj, Teiskon Viini
When to go to Tampere
The best time to visit Tampere is December to March and June to September; also possible: April 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.
- JanBest time5:54
- FebBest time8:34
- MarBest time11:18
- AprPossible14:22
- MayPossible17:10
- JunBest time19:00
- JulBest time18:12
- AugBest time15:35
- SepBest time12:33
- OctPossible9:35
- NovBetter not6:42
- DecBest time4:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 19 h of daylight, and in December, 4 h 59. In June, 38 of the 38 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 Tampere
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL, Helsinki (Vantaa)), 147 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
- Kangasala14 places24 km
- Valkeakoski10 places30 km
- Ylöjärvi6 places33 km
- Eräjärvi6 places44 km
- Ikaalinen6 places46 km
- Sastamala11 places47 km
And all of Finland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Tampere?
The best known: Tampere Cathedral, Näsinneula, Tampere Ice Stadium, Tampere Orthodox Church, Kaleva Church. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tampere?
December to March and June to September; also possible: April to May and October. In June there are 19 h of daylight, and in December, 4 h 59.
How do you get to Tampere?
The nearest main airport is Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL), 147 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tampere as the destination and these 38 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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