Free Things to Do in Tampere

THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Tampere

Best Free Things to Do in Tampere

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  • VJ
    Kokkola, Finland105 contributions
    It was certainly the most outstanding church in the town. Didn't check the inside of it thought. Nice nonetheless.
    Written 12 June 2023
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  • Minttu
    3 contributions
    Beautiful flowers and lake view. Nice place for a picnic in summer. Also has a summer cafe and toilet.
    Written 1 March 2022
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  • Danes55
    Holstebro, Denmark2,460 contributions
    The Finlayson Area is a fantastic area close to water.
    It was build by a Scottsman as a Cotton Mill and to day this big area is full off different life, Museums, dining place, theater, shops and offices and lots of things to do.
    Go there and see the history of Tampere.
    Written 4 September 2019
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  • Hugh
    South Ozone Park, NY1,305 contributions
    This Is a gorgeous Finnish Orthodox Church. Its interior is splendid and even moreso on a Sunday when church is in session.
    Written 7 September 2022
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  • VJ
    Kokkola, Finland105 contributions
    It was free to enter. The exhibition consisted of work related historical tools, machines and photos.
    Written 12 June 2023
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  • Heli P
    Helsinki, Finland6,406 contributions
    The building seen from above resembles a big male capercaillie in his pride so the library is known in Finnish as Metso. Architect couple Raili and Reima Pietiläs' design from 1986 has assymetrical lines and unexpected nooks both inside and out. The fame of Metso earned them the priviledge to create in 1993 Mäntyniemi in Helsinki, the formal residence of our president.
    Written 21 July 2020
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  • Tuyazh
    Eastern Finland, Finland124 contributions
    There is lots to see and it's very intuitively designed as you first walk in. Very easy to see everything systematically. I would recommend going right when they open, as i hear it get crowded since its a free museum. We were there immediately when they opened and in the first hour there were already kids and people more than one would hope. This is also a very popular spot for families with children so if you want to avoid crowds of kids, try to go early.
    Written 4 May 2023
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  • Hugh
    South Ozone Park, NY1,305 contributions
    This is a little gem - a place of quiet contemplation . It is an easy walk from the center. It its nestled in the factory area
    Written 7 September 2022
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    This lush green park has a stunning lakeside view over Näsijärvi and to the Särkänniemi Amusement Park and Näsinneula Observation Tower.

    From the park, you can find a fountain, memorial and playground, and the beautifully renovated Milavida Museum.
    Written 11 August 2020
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    This wooden cross church located next to Tampere Central Square was built in 1825.

    The bell tower designed by Carl Ludvig Engel was completed in 1828.

    Inside you can find the beautiful organ and pulpit. There are seats for 300 people.

    The church is a very popular wedding church.
    Written 8 October 2019
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  • Danes55
    Holstebro, Denmark2,460 contributions
    Rigth in the center of Tampere on the main street you will find this Sokos.
    Large shopping center were you will find every thing, all very modern and clean.
    Even the Alko shop is present here.
    Easy to find around in this big shop, should be one of the biggest in Tampere.
    Written 4 September 2019
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  • B T
    London, UK1,194 contributions
    This is a big church that has a nice wooden roof and on the inside you can look up and see into the spire, it's worth a visit
    Written 25 April 2021
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  • Heli P
    Helsinki, Finland6,406 contributions
    Great former redbrick factories border the mainly restrained rapids connecting the two lakes surrounding Tampere. The bridge is the central part of the main street Hämeenkatu leading from the railway station to Pyynikki. This summer it is also a big construction site as the new tramline is still under way.
    Written 21 July 2020
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    This park is located next to the Tampere Hall, five minutes walk from the railway station.

    In the middle of the park is a big pond with a fountain. You can find ducks swimming here.

    There are also many other species of birds living in the cages by the pond.
    Written 11 August 2020
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  • Hugh
    South Ozone Park, NY1,305 contributions
    This modern church is magnificent. IT is rather plain on the outside but on entering you are transported upward and made to soar.
    Written 7 September 2022
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