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Welcome to Finland in Miniature

Located just 15-30 minutes from Helsinki capital by public transport, all families can enjoy several great activities and sights from the famous Nuuksio National Park, 165 Baltic Sea islands, over 40km long Espoo Waterfront Walkway, 95 beautiful lakes, delicious cuisine, lovely people, hidden gem architecture and culture to plenty of family-friendly activities.   

Two persons planning trip with map
Photo: Natura Viva

How to arrive and get around Espoo

Whether you arrive by plane to Helsinki Airport or by ferry to one of Helsinki ports, you can reach Espoo conveniently within 15-30 minutes by public transportation as well as with your own or rental car or taxi. Espoo is well connected with Helsinki capital by highways, metro, light rail, local train, and CityBikes. 

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When is the best time for families to visit Espoo?

All year round!

During the winter season, families with children can enjoy from ski lessons in alpine and cross-country skiing, sledding hills, snowshoeing hikes, and winter picnics to indoor activities such as visiting and playing through interactive exhibitions in one of Espoo's museums.

Spring season is perfect for visiting petting farms, outdoor picnics, museums, day trips to Nuuksio National Park, or exploring playgrounds along the Espoo Waterfront Walkway.

Long days during the summer season are inviting for exploring 5 local islands accessible by scheduled public boat, having summer adventures in Huippu Adventure Park or Water Sports Centre Laguuni, or exploring sandy beaches by both the Baltic Sea or one of 95 lakes located in Espoo.

Autumn brings the beautiful autumn foliage, which is best enjoyed outdoors. Families can join mushroom- and berry-picking guided tours, as well as outdoor cooking, or just relax in one of the family-friendly spa hotels.

Family-Friendly events

Supersunnuntai

Supersunnuntai The link leads to an external site

Sun 16.8.2026 11:30
Säterinpuistontie 1, 02600 Espoo
Leikki's laboratory exhibition

Leikki's laboratory exhibition The link leads to an external site

Fri 13.5.2022 15:00 - Mon 2.12.2030 17:00
Museo Leikki, Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Mauri Kunnas Exhibition

Mauri Kunnas Exhibition The link leads to an external site

Thu 3.8.2023 00:00 - Fri 31.12.2027 23:59
Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, Ahertajantie 5, 02100 Espoo
Finnish Nature main exhibition

Finnish Nature main exhibition The link leads to an external site

Mon 1.9.2025 - Sun 18.10.2026
Nuuksiontie 84, Espoo
Finnish baseball activity club for kids

Finnish baseball activity club for kids The link leads to an external site

Sat 25.10.2025 09:30 - Tue 24.11.2026 10:30
Olarinniityntie 4, 02210 Espoo
"Half Acre of History – The Legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh" mini exhibition 5 February – 29 November 202

"Half Acre of History – The Legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh" mini exhibition 5 February – 29 November 202 The link leads to an external site

Thu 5.2.2026 - Sun 29.11.2026
Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Nuuksio Reindeer Park

Nuuksio Reindeer Park The link leads to an external site

Wed 11.3.2026 - Wed 9.12.2026
Nuuksiontie 83, 02820 Espoo
Time Travel Odyssey 1950 – Childhood and youth of the past, present and future -special exhibition

Time Travel Odyssey 1950 – Childhood and youth of the past, present and future -special exhibition The link leads to an external site

Thu 23.4.2026 - Sun 26.3.2028
Leikki – The Museum of Play, Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
GAME OVER?

GAME OVER? The link leads to an external site

Sat 9.5.2026 01:00 - Sun 4.4.2027 01:00
Haltia - The Finnish Nature Centre, Nuuksiontie 84, Espoo
Free mini skating school for 3-6 year olds

Free mini skating school for 3-6 year olds The link leads to an external site

Thu 20.8.2026 17:20 - Sat 29.8.2026 10:10
Maantienpelto 1, 02650 Espoo
Little Ones' Morning in August

Little Ones' Morning in August The link leads to an external site

Fri 21.8.2026 09:00
Leikki – The Museum of Play, Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Dress in color - Red 21.8.2026

Dress in color - Red 21.8.2026 The link leads to an external site

Fri 21.8.2026 11:00
Gallen-Kallela Museum, Gallen-Kallelan tie 27, Espoo
Free Mini Skating School for 7-15 year olds

Free Mini Skating School for 7-15 year olds The link leads to an external site

Sat 22.8.2026 09:30 - Sat 29.8.2026 10:15
Urheilupuistontie 3, 02120 Espoo
Saturday Morning: Nature's Color Palette

Saturday Morning: Nature's Color Palette The link leads to an external site

Sat 22.8.2026 10:00
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Nuuksio Survival

Nuuksio Survival The link leads to an external site

Sun 28.6.2026 16:00 - Sun 23.8.2026 18:00
Nuuksion Taika, Paratiisintie 115, 03300 Otalampi
Let's move together - family event in Vermo

Let's move together - family event in Vermo The link leads to an external site

Wed 26.8.2026 16:15
Vermo Areena, Valjakkotie 1, 02600 Espoo
Responsibly together! – Huippu as a part of Espoo Day.

Responsibly together! – Huippu as a part of Espoo Day. The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 10:00 - Fri 28.8.2026 20:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15, Espoo
Sing & Shine choirs open doors

Sing & Shine choirs open doors The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 16:30
Aarnivalkean koulu, Aarnivalkeantie 9, 02100 Espoo
Nordic-Themed Felting Workshop

Nordic-Themed Felting Workshop The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 17:00
Gamla Lagstadsvägen 4, 02770 Esbo
EMK Baltic Sea Day

EMK Baltic Sea Day The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 17:00
Haukilahden satama, Mellstenintie 12, 02170 Espoo
Baltic Sea Day at Laguuni

Baltic Sea Day at Laguuni The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 17:00
Vesiurheilukeskus Laguuni, Keilalahdentie 8, 02150 Espoo
Free skating lessons for children and young people

Free skating lessons for children and young people The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 17:20 - Sat 29.8.2026 10:15
Genano Areena, Maantienpelto 1, 02650 Espoo
Free quick hairstyles

Free quick hairstyles The link leads to an external site

Thu 27.8.2026 17:45
Tapionpuisto, 02100 Espoo
Celebrating Espoo Day at Iso Omena!

Celebrating Espoo Day at Iso Omena! The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 09:00 - Sat 29.8.2026 16:00
Kauppakeskus Iso Omena, Piispansilta 11, 02230 Espoo
Movie Picnic

Movie Picnic The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 10:00 - Sat 29.8.2026 20:15
Lasten kulttuurikeskus Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Samaria picnic

Samaria picnic The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 11:00
Yhteisötalo Espoo, Nicehearts ry, Terveyskuja 2, 02770 Espoo
"Rainbow" Project: Solo Guitar Concert Tour

"Rainbow" Project: Solo Guitar Concert Tour The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 12:00 - Sat 12.9.2026 15:30
Entresse Library, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
Lets read and do crafts together

Lets read and do crafts together The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 13:00
Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
Open doors at Espoo fire stations

Open doors at Espoo fire stations The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 14:00
Länsi-Uudenmaan pelastuslaitos, Matinkylän paloasema, Gräsanlaakso 2, 02230 Espoo
Just Stop - dance and theater at the bus stop

Just Stop - dance and theater at the bus stop The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 14:45
Majurinkatu 8, 02600 Espoo
Open house and housewarming party for new premises.

Open house and housewarming party for new premises. The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 16:00 - Sat 29.8.2026 16:00
Yläkaupinkuja 1 D, 02360 Espoo
Communal art and music workshop at the seaside

Communal art and music workshop at the seaside The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 17:00
Matinkylän uimaranta, Matinlahdenranta 1, 02230 Espoo
Pole dance, aerial acrobatics and aerial yoga trials at Pole4Fit Olari

Pole dance, aerial acrobatics and aerial yoga trials at Pole4Fit Olari The link leads to an external site

Fri 28.8.2026 18:00 - Sat 29.8.2026 14:00
Pole4Fit Olari, Piispanpiha 5, 02200 Espoo
Sleep Outdoors! Metsähotelli Oittaa

Sleep Outdoors! Metsähotelli Oittaa The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 - Sun 30.8.2026
Oittaan ulkoilukeskus, Kunnarlantie 33, 02740 Espoo
IWF ry: Pedal Espoo 2026 biking event

IWF ry: Pedal Espoo 2026 biking event The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 07:00
Leppävaara, Espoo
Leppävaara's Raittikarnevaalit Carnival & Grand Market

Leppävaara's Raittikarnevaalit Carnival & Grand Market The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 09:00
Läkkitori, Leppävaaranraitti, 02650 Espoo
The opening of the Juha Kärkkäinen's photo exhibition People In Their Studios

The opening of the Juha Kärkkäinen's photo exhibition People In Their Studios The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Kuninkaantie 43, 02940 Espoo
Espoo Day park music playschool

Espoo Day park music playschool The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Tapionraitti, Espoo
Hilarious Sun Trip craft workshop

Hilarious Sun Trip craft workshop The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Entresse, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
Töpinästartti Sports Event

Töpinästartti Sports Event The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Otaranta 6, 02150 Espoo
Lippulaiva's Espoo Day and Police Day

Lippulaiva's Espoo Day and Police Day The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Kaupunkikeskus Lippulaiva, Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo
Police's Day 2026

Police's Day 2026 The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Lippulaiva Shopping Center, Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo
Route Adventure! Art workshop for children

Route Adventure! Art workshop for children The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Espoo School of Art, Leppävaara / Åberg Children's House, Ajurinkuja 4, 02600 Espoo
Puutarhafest

Puutarhafest The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Espoo City Garden, Vantinpuisto 11, 02780 Espoo
Back to the 50s – Espoo Day at Museum Leikki

Back to the 50s – Espoo Day at Museum Leikki The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Leikki – The Museum of Play, Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Haltia Games: Let's play on behalf of nature

Haltia Games: Let's play on behalf of nature The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:00
Suomen luontokeskus Haltia, Nuuksiontie 84, Espoo
Espoo Day at Pentala Archipelago Museum: Venetsialaiset

Espoo Day at Pentala Archipelago Museum: Venetsialaiset The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:30
Saaristomuseo Pentala, Pentala, 02380 Espoo
Espoo's roller skating party

Espoo's roller skating party The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 10:30
Veräjäpellonkatu 6, 02650 Espoo
City of Dreams -LEGO® Workshop

City of Dreams -LEGO® Workshop The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 11:00
Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, Ahertajantie 5, 02100 Espoo
Mini golf at Kirkkojärvi

Mini golf at Kirkkojärvi The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 11:00
Kaivomestarinniitty 8, 02770 Espoo
Espoo day at Museum Kruunu

Espoo day at Museum Kruunu The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 11:00
Suomen kello- ja korumuseo Kruunu, Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Espoo Day at the Glims Farmstead Museum

Espoo Day at the Glims Farmstead Museum The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 11:00
Glimsintie 1, 02740 Espoo
Espoo Day outdoor puzzle trail: Solve a murder mystery!

Espoo Day outdoor puzzle trail: Solve a murder mystery! The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 11:30
Huone Room Escape, Revontulentie 8, 02100 Espoo
Try out boxing, kickboxing and wrestling

Try out boxing, kickboxing and wrestling The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:00
Tapionpuisto, 02100 Espoo
The joy and magic of dance performance

The joy and magic of dance performance The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:00
Shopping center Iso Omena, Piispansilta 11, 02230 Espoo
The joy and magic of dance performance

The joy and magic of dance performance The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:00
Kauppakeskus Iso Omena, Piispansilta 11, 02230 Espoo
Glitter Stand

Glitter Stand The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:00
Entresse, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
Food Fair & Family Day

Food Fair & Family Day The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:00
Kauppamiehentie 6, 02100 Espoo
Just Stop - dance and theater at the bus stop

Just Stop - dance and theater at the bus stop The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 12:30
Järvenperäntie 1, 02940 Espoo
Blind Gut Company's Circus Performance: Kuin kala puussa

Blind Gut Company's Circus Performance: Kuin kala puussa The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 13:00
Soittoniekanaukio 1 A, 02600 Espoo
Espoo Day Kite Workshop

Espoo Day Kite Workshop The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 13:00
Helinä Rautavaaran museo, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
Embrace the Rhythm of Asia

Embrace the Rhythm of Asia The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 13:00
Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo
Nuuksio Society Beach Party

Nuuksio Society Beach Party The link leads to an external site

Sat 29.8.2026 14:00
Nupurinkartanontie 1, 02820 Espoo
A bug or a spider? - bug trip

A bug or a spider? - bug trip The link leads to an external site

Sun 30.8.2026 10:30 - Sun 27.9.2026 12:30
Elfvikintie 4, 02600 Espoo
Blocked prices 3.–6.9. 🍏

Blocked prices 3.–6.9. 🍏 The link leads to an external site

Thu 3.9.2026 10:00 - Sun 6.9.2026 21:00
Shopping Centre Iso Omena, Piispansilta 11, 02230 Espoo
Adventure mini golf competition!

Adventure mini golf competition! The link leads to an external site

Thu 3.9.2026 15:00 - Sun 6.9.2026 18:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15, Espoo
Saturday morning: Treasure jams

Saturday morning: Treasure jams The link leads to an external site

Sat 5.9.2026 10:00
Aurora Children's Cultural Center, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
A fairytale moment in the badger forest

A fairytale moment in the badger forest The link leads to an external site

Sat 4.7.2026 11:00 - Sat 5.9.2026 11:20
Villa Elfvikin luontotalo, Elfvikintie 4, 02600 Espoo
Knight Market 2024

Knight Market 2024 The link leads to an external site

Sun 6.9.2026 10:00
Sammalkallionkuja, 02210 Espoo
Saturday: Animal Lovers Hotel

Saturday: Animal Lovers Hotel The link leads to an external site

Sat 12.9.2026 10:00
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Forest treasures - mushroom foraging trip at Hakwhil Resort

Forest treasures - mushroom foraging trip at Hakwhil Resort The link leads to an external site

Sat 19.9.2026 12:00
Hawkhill Cottage Resort, Haukkamäentie 95, 03220 Vihti
Art Couple Moment: Emotional Painting

Art Couple Moment: Emotional Painting The link leads to an external site

Thu 24.9.2026 18:00
Children's Cultural Center Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Baby's Day: Nature bath sessions for babies

Baby's Day: Nature bath sessions for babies The link leads to an external site

Fri 25.9.2026 09:30
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Exciting dark adventure at Huippu!

Exciting dark adventure at Huippu! The link leads to an external site

Fri 25.9.2026 19:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15, Espoo
Tatu and Patu's 14 strange problems

Tatu and Patu's 14 strange problems The link leads to an external site

Sun 27.9.2026 12:00
Espoon kulttuurikeskus, Kulttuuriaukio 2, 02100 Espoo
Saturday: Magnificent forest animals

Saturday: Magnificent forest animals The link leads to an external site

Sat 3.10.2026 10:00
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora,Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
On Family Days 3-4 October, adults can also go on adventures with a child ticket.

On Family Days 3-4 October, adults can also go on adventures with a child ticket. The link leads to an external site

Sat 3.10.2026 11:00 - Sun 4.10.2026 18:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15, Espoo
Rabbit Down ball / Theater Hevosenkenkä

Rabbit Down ball / Theater Hevosenkenkä The link leads to an external site

Wed 14.10.2026 10:00 - Sat 19.12.2026 13:00
Theater Hevosenkenkä, Kotinäyttämö, Juhannusmäki 2, 02200 ESPOO
An exciting dark adventure during the autumn holiday week!

An exciting dark adventure during the autumn holiday week! The link leads to an external site

Fri 16.10.2026 18:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15, Espoo
Season 2026 closing party!

Season 2026 closing party! The link leads to an external site

Sat 17.10.2026 11:00 - Sun 18.10.2026 18:00
Adventure Park Huippu, Vanha maantie 15 Espoo
Light bath for babies and toddlers (0-3 years)

Light bath for babies and toddlers (0-3 years) The link leads to an external site

Fri 23.10.2026 10:00
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Saturday Morning: Light Bearer

Saturday Morning: Light Bearer The link leads to an external site

Sat 31.10.2026 10:00
Children's Cultural Centre Aurora, Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
The collection plays: The journey of the Saba wind

The collection plays: The journey of the Saba wind The link leads to an external site

Wed 11.11.2026 10:00
Helinä Rautavaara museum, Siltakatu 11, 02770 Espoo
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Place to stay
Soft toy animal sitting on hotel's bed in Glo Hotel Sello

Family-Friendly Hotels & Resorts

Food and drink
Plates with food on countertop in WeeGee Cafeteria.

Family-Friendly Cafes & Restaurants

Experiences
Mauri Kunnas' santa claus stepping to the plane in museum exhibition

Top activities to do with younger children (under 5 years)

Experiences
Evening lights of Tapiola Ice Garden with people ice skating

Top activities to do with older children (over 5 years old)

Family-friendly Sights & Attractions

Purjeveneitä Porkkalan satamassa.
Photo: Visit Kirkkonummi

Immerse your family in the stunning natural beauty of Kirkkonummi

Explore the picturesque coastal area of Porkkalanniemi, where you can enjoy scenic walks, have picnics, and admire the breathtaking views of the sea, or join the Kirkkonummi Adventure for children with 19 different stops and tasks along the way! The neighborhood municipality of Kirkkonummi is located right next to Espoo's seaside with a great public transportation connection from Espoo and Helsinki!

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