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Visit Espoo - How can we help?

Visit Espoo will help you find the best local services, the most exciting adventures, and reliable partners for successful trips to Espoo and Kirkkonummi.

 We offer free services to domestic and international tour operators for planning leisure travel packages

  • We provide familiarisation trips to Espoo and the surrounding areas in collaboration with, e.g., Visit Finland and Nordic Marketing. During these trips, tour operators can experience the services and activities just as travellers would in Espoo and the surrounding area.
  • If you are coming on a self-guided familiarisation trip to Espoo, we will be happy to help you plan your program and arrange visits with local companies. 
  • We can also provide brochures and maps for tour operators upon request. 
  • The Experience Espoo newsletter, targeted at tour operators and individual travellers, is sent approximately four times yearly. The newsletter offers tips on current services and news in the area, helping you explore Espoo's diverse range of services and programs and the surrounding areas.

Sustainable travel in Espoo

We focus on developing and promoting sustainable tourism in our destination. Espoo is among the first major cities in Finland to receive the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) label from Visit Finland. Read more about Visit Espoo’s actions for sustainable tourism. 

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Reasons to travel to Espoo

Espoo and its surrounding areas is the best choice for those who value experiences, versatility, smooth operations, and sustainable services. The proximity of Espoo and Helsinki offers an excellent opportunity to combine the two cities into one visit. With Visit Espoo's recommendations, you can organise successful and unforgettable trips for your groups throughout the year.

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Nuuksio National Park

Nuuksio National Park and the entire Nuuksio Lake Land area are Southern Finland's top destination for nature vacations. Explore and discover nature's most beautiful treasures and best services.
Electric boat in Baltic sea with two persons on board.

Seaside & Archipelago

Happiness is spending time by the sea, and in Espoo, it couldn't be any easier with 165 islands and 40km of Espoo Waterfront Walkway to be explored! Hop on a city bike or metro from Helsinki City Center and enjoy Espoo's seaside in just about 15 minutes!
Man mountainbiking in Nuuksio National Park

Activities

You may spend hours staring at the wonderful views and nature creatures or try out some activities!
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Day Trips

Espoo is a perfect day trip destination with its location right next to the capital, Helsinki, and great public connections. It takes only 15-30 minutes by metro, train, or bus from Helsinki City Center or 30 minutes from Helsinki Airport to enter the city happiness.
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Sustainable Holiday

Discover how to make your visit to Espoo more sustainable by choosing environmentally friendly transport, staying in eco-certified accommodations, supporting local businesses, and enjoying nature responsibly.

Plan your travel package

A double bed in a hotel room and sparkling wine in a cooler on the bed..

Accommodation

Happiness is a good night's sleep! In Espoo and surrounding areas, you can stay in seaside hotels, villas by the lake,  hotels in the city's heart, or a glamping nest next to Nuuksio National Park. Get to know all the options and find the best place to stay in the world's happiest country.
Sky view over Otaniemi area

Sights & Attractions

Enter the city of Experiences. Whether staying a couple of hours or weeks in Espoo, you can always find unique sights, attractions, and stories behind them. From modern art exhibitions and the world-known Alvar Aalto architecture over Finnish design and innovations to the beauty of Finnish nature and human well-being.
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Cafes & Restaurants

Fresh ingredients and bold flavors. From maritime cuisine and cozy campfires to local breweries.
Saaristovene merellä Espoon saaristossa.

How to arrive in Espoo?

Find practical information on how to reach Espoo, Finland by air, rail, road, or sea. This guide helps visitors plan their arrival smoothly and choose the most suitable travel option.
Urheilupuisto Metro Station

Getting around

Explore practical tips for getting around Espoo and the Helsinki region. This guide covers local transport options, including public transit, taxis, biking, and car rentals, to help visitors navigate the area efficiently.
Table with maps and brochures about Espoo's sights

View & Order Visit Espoo Maps and Brochures

Maps and brochures can be downloaded online or ordered free of charge.

Transportation services

In addition to comprehensive public transportation, arriving in Espoo and getting around on-site is possible through the services provided by our partners, including buses, water buses, boats, and cycling. Learn more about transportation services for travel organisers below.

Charter bus transportation
Water buses and cruise companies
Other water transportation
Bicycle rental shops

Incoming offices (DMC)

Incoming offices (DMCs) operating in Espoo and the surrounding areas offer their expertise in designing and booking customized travel packages, programs, and events from the very start to the end of the journey.

Visit Espoo at Travel Trade Events in 2025

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Sumama Experience Finland – Sea and Lakes, May 5-6, 2025, Southern Finland

This event, which combines an FAM trip with a sales workshop, serves as a gateway to Finnish travel destinations and experiences. Four destinations host the event, and participating tour operators, travel agencies, DMCS, and incoming operators can experience the highlights of the region’s travel supply in this two-day event.
Two people rowing on a lake in the evening sun.

Visit Finland MidnightSun Tour, June 17-18, Paris, France and London, United Kingdom

Visit Finland and Finnair are organising MidnightSun Tour networking events in Finnish embassies in Paris and London. Finnish regional tourism organisations join these events to promote and sell Finland as a summer travel destination together with Visit Finland.
Lake landscape in the evening sun.

Sumama Essence of Finland, September 23, Zürich, Switzerland

In this workshop, Finnish tourism companies present their services to leading Swiss buyers during pre-agreed 1:1 meetings. The event is organised at the beautiful Lake Side restaurant with views of Lake Zürich.
Woman petting a reindeer in Nuuksio Reindeer Park during winter
Photo: Kathrin Deter.

Subscribe our newsletter

Visit Espoo's Experience Espoo newsletter, published four times a year, is a good tool for tour operators and travel agencies to stay updated on Espoo's tourism offerings. 

Subscribe to our newsletter

Contact and ask more:

Paula Lappalainen

Paula

Lappalainen

Senior Advisor, Conventions & Tourism
+358 40 823 0816
paula.lappalainen@espoo.fi
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Paula is an experienced tourism and marketing professional whose engine are people and experiences. She is an event person through and through. That is why we happily have her in our team promoting Espoo as a lively city of conventions and business events. According to Paula, there is an intriguing story behind all corners, and what is a better way of spreading the tales and good news, than networking. That is Paula’s thing!