Get to know Espoo through its historical sights and local stories. Here, you can find museums and exhibitions inspired by Finnish history, Espoo's locals, modern art, and wonderful Finnish nature.
KAMU – Espoo City Museum
KAMU – Espoo City Museum is known for collecting the cultural history of the City of Espoo and its residents. You can visit their 5 museums in different parts of Espoo and always learn something new. As a part of KAMU are Espoo City Museum, Glims Farmstead Museum, Pentala Archipelago Museum, Villa Museum Villa Rulludd, and Lagstad School Museum.
Espoo Museum of Modern Art – EMMA
A home to modern art and inspiring stories – that is Espoo Museum of Modern Art – EMMA. Here, you can dive into the world of contemporary art on your own, explore more through guided tours, or join one of EMMA's events and talks.
Exhibition Centre WeeGee
A museum, exhibition, and event hub located in the Tapiola district and a house designed by Finnish architect Professor Aarno Ruusuvuori (1925-1992). You can explore the unique Futuro House, the building's architecture and history, and famous Finnish fairytales from Mauri Kunnas. Espoo Museum of Modern Art EMMA and KAMU - Espoo City Museum are also located in the same building.
Finnish Nature Centre Haltia
Finnish Nature Centre Haltia is a paradise for any nature lover. In a sustainably designed building, you will find a fascinating exhibition(s) on Finnish nature – from local flying squirrels to artificial northern lights and much more. The place is also a great starting point for hiking, refreshments after the hike in Restaurant Haltia, or preparation, as you can rent a great amount of outdoor and camping gear from Haltia Shop.
The Museum of Play – Leikki
An interactive museum that will transfer you into your childhood. The Museum of Play – Leikki is a place that supports the joy of playing. Whether you are a grownup or a family traveling with children, you can let your creativity and curiosity play here. Note: Check also their great events and happenings!
The Finnish Museum of Horology and Jewellery Kruunu
Museum Kruunu invites you to explore the world of time and jewellery, which is explained via temporary exhibitions – from history, current trends, and future predictions.
Nature House Villa Elfvik
Art Nouveau villa from 1904 and a nature house located in Laajalahti Nature Reserve with interactive exhibitions on Espoo's diverse nature and tips for a sustainable lifestyle. A great day trip destination for families with free admission and a Café open during weekends.
Gallen-Kallela Museum
An art museum with changing exhibitions is located on the premises of Akseli Gallen-Kallela – one of the most well-known Finnish artists. The museum stages temporary exhibitions featuring both the historical and contemporary art of Akseli Gallen-Kallela. Besides that, visitors can enjoy the surrounding Laajahlahti Nature Reserve area, borrow bird-watching and art kits, as well as refreshments in Tarvaspää Café Zoceria.
Helinä Rautavaara Museum
A museum of world cultures built from collections and stories of Helinä Rautavaara – a unique explorer, journalist, and collector. The museum has the largest collection of West African objects, photographs, and recordings, and aims to increase understanding and dialogue between cultures.
Espoo Car Museum
A car museum with over 200 vehicles, from cars, bicycles, and motorcycles to equipment on display. This oldest Finnish car museum is located in an old stone stable from 1915, right next to Backby Manor Hotel. The exhibition introduces a piece of Finnish automotive culture, from vintage cars to the 50s Americans and from microcars to everyday vehicles. The museum is open to the public from spring to autumn, and you can combine the visit with a lunch or spa treatment at Backby Manor or explore the Oittaa Recreational Area.
Current exhibitions and events
Fifties Party 9.5.2026
Roots and reflections
Perspective guide on poster art, Sun 8.3. at 1 pm
Bryk & Wirkkala Visible Storage
Collection Exhibition of Saastamoinen Foundation
Leikki's laboratory exhibition
Mauri Kunnas Exhibition
Draped – Art of Printed Fabrics
Finnish Nature main exhibition
InCollection | Antti Laitinen: Chiming Forest
Lahti International Poster Triennial: Lauri Tarasti Prize, environmental poster series
"Half Acre of History – The Legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh" mini exhibition 5 February – 29 November 202
Con amore - Graphics by Akseli Gallen-Kallela
Tony Granholm – Dreaming a Jewellery Museum
E zor amendar – The power within us
In Search of the Present
Minja K – The Power Within Wood and You
Traces of Craft - Museo Kruunu's Collections
Axel Straschnoy
Time Travel Odyssey 1950 – Childhood and youth of the past, present and future -special exhibition
THE GAME OF LOSS AND DEATH: Reetta Gröhn-Soininen and Satu Kalliukuusi
Hidden - functional exhibition
NORDIA 2026 stamp exhibition
WeeGee Live: Carl Knif Company: Memory of Water - Work in Progress
Backby Manor Spring Market
Public guide in Ukrainian
Teekkari Village Walking Tour
Tarvaspää sauna evenings
Rabbit Down ball / Theater Hevosenkenkä
Howard Smith
Gerda Thesleff
Hero Image: Antti Kangassalo