14 days in Tampere Itinerary

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Vapriikin Museokeskus and Spas. Explore Tampere's surroundings by going to Suomen Lasimuseo (The Finnish Glass Museum) (in Riihimaki), The Parola Armour Museum (in Parola) and Hameenlinna (Hameenlinnan Kaupungin Raatihuone, Museo Militaria, &more). Pack the 10th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, take in panoramic vistas at Nasinneula Tower, and get lost in a book at The National Library of Finland.

For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Tampere day trip planning website.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiports are Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Tampere-Pirkkala Airport and Turku Airport. In June in Tampere, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night.