Espoo's top 50 attractions revealed by our followers
We asked – you answered. Earlier in spring 2022, we asked the followers of Visit Espoo channels for help to figure out Espoo’s best attractions; the result was an unbeatable list! We put together a TOP50 list based on the suggestions of the followers of Visit Espoo social media channels, in other words, the best Espoo experts and visitors to Espoo. The list provides options for day trip destinations or even after-work activities. The suggestions included both firm favourites as well as wonderful less-well-known gems.
Espoo's top50 attractions
You were amazing! We received many, many suggestions, and because we did not want to leave out any of them, we combined them a little to include them all on the list. Check the weather forecast and choose the best combination of attractions and head out on an expedition!
Espoo is full of wonderful destinations, and naturally, this list does not include them all. You can keep suggesting your favourite places and hidden gems not found on the list – whether you wish to share with us a popular destination for the general public such as a kindly old tree stump in your local forest or a breath-taking view from a hideaway, we want to hear about it! If you wish to share your experiences on social media, tag @visitespoo and use the hashtag #EspooTop50, if you want to.
Note: The list is not following alphabetical or favorability order.
1. Espoo Archipelago, recreational and camping islands (Suvisaaristo maritime district)
2. Espoo Central Park (year-round oasis for recreation and physical activity and berries-mushroom picking)
3. Espoo’s 95 Lakes such as Myllyjärvi, Lippajärvi, Kaitalampi, Sorvalampi, Pitkäjärvi and Hannusjärvi
5. Espoonlahti Nature Reserve and Fiskarsinmäki nature trail
6. Espoo’s sandy beaches: Matinkylä Beach, Haukilahti Beach, Kivenlahti Beach and Kivenlahti’s cliffs, Klobben/Soukka beach
7. Kasavuori viewpoints by the Hannika nature trail in Soukka district
9. Recreational areas – Oittaa Recreational Area, Pirttimäki Recreational Area, Luukki Recreational Area
12. Children’s Cultural Centre Aurora
13. Churches such as Espoo Cathedral and Pappilanmäki, Espoonlahti Church
14. Weegee Exhibition Centre with EMMA – Espoo Museum od Modern Art and KAMU – Espoo City Museum
16. Espoo’s Libraries such as Lippulaiva Library
17. Gallen-Kallela Museum and Tarvaspää district
18. Espoonkartano Manor’s Stone Bridge
19. Bemböle’s beautiful old school
20. Bemböle’s Mill Ruins
22. Leikki - The Museum of Play
23. Organ Night and Aria summer festival of classical music in Espoo Cathedral
26. Scheduled Public Boats to Espoo's islands (Pentala Island, Iso Vassikkasaari Island, Gåsgrund Island, Stora Herrö Island, Rövaren Island)
28. Finnish Nature Centre Haltia
29. Hotel Hanaholmen and Cultural Centre
31. Karhusaari island and Sinebryhoff mansion
32. Manors and Parks: Träskända manor and Träskända park, Gumböle manor, Alberga manor park and old Alberga garden
37. Laajalahti Nature Reserve
38. Espoo’s Waterfront Walkway and its activities such as Laguuni Water Sport Centre and Natura Viva’s rental point
39. Workout stairs all around Espoo
40. Espoo’s Swimming pools in Leppävaara (outdoor) and Matinkylä districts
42. Café Mellsten
43. Café Merenneito
44. Halme Bakery and Café in Kauklahti district
46. Haukilahden Helmi restaurant and Haukilahti Harbour
47. Restaurant Plats
48. Kaisan Café
49. Haukilahti Tower and panoramic restaurant Haikaranpesä
50. Nokkalan Majakka restaurant (in shape of lighthouse)
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