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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.   

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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

Circus Kolmen kopla + AikaKONE

Circus Kolmen kopla + AikaKONE

Sat 17.5.2025 10:00
Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Estrada Dance Spring Performances

Estrada Dance Spring Performances

Wed 14.5.2025 17:45 - Sun 18.5.2025 20:30
Kannusillankatu 4, 02770 Espoo
Iso Omena Sustainable Fun Day

Iso Omena Sustainable Fun Day

Sat 17.5.2025 12:00
Piispansilta 11, 02230 Espoo
Nuuksio Reindeer Park

Nuuksio Reindeer Park

Sat 10.5.2025 13:00 - Sun 31.8.2025 16:00
Nuuksiontie 83, 02820 Espoo
Estrada presents: Thumbelina Alice

Estrada presents: Thumbelina Alice

Sat 17.5.2025 14:30 - Sun 18.5.2025 18:00
Kannusillankatu 4, 02770 Espoo
Lippulaiva Bee Day Tue 20.5.

Lippulaiva Bee Day Tue 20.5.

Tue 20.5.2025 15:00
Espoonlahdenkatu 8, 02320 Espoo
Leikki's laboratory exhibition

Leikki's laboratory exhibition

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

Mauri Kunnas Exhibition

Thu 3.8.2023 00:00 - Fri 31.12.2027 23:59
Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, Näyttelykeskus WeeGee, Ahertajantie 5, 02100 Espoo
From Tokyo to Tapiola - Special Exhibition on Japanese Popular Culture in Finland

From Tokyo to Tapiola - Special Exhibition on Japanese Popular Culture in Finland

Wed 17.4.2024 - Sun 22.3.2026
Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Baby's Tip Art Exhibition

Baby's Tip Art Exhibition

Wed 30.4.2025 - Wed 28.5.2025
Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
Exclusive Day Tour on an Island - Linlo

Exclusive Day Tour on an Island - Linlo

Thu 1.5.2025 - Tue 30.9.2025
Linlo, Kirkkonummi
Exclusive Day Tour in the Archipelago - Kopparnäs

Exclusive Day Tour in the Archipelago - Kopparnäs

Thu 1.5.2025 - Tue 30.9.2025
10160 Kopparnäs
Transformers - From Toy to Legend miniature exhibition

Transformers - From Toy to Legend miniature exhibition

Thu 8.5.2025 - Sun 25.1.2026
Ahertajantie 3, 02100 Espoo
Summer musicals at Opinmäki School in Suurpelto 13.5.-10.6.2025

Summer musicals at Opinmäki School in Suurpelto 13.5.-10.6.2025

Tue 13.5.2025 - Tue 10.6.2025
Lillhemtintie 1, 02250 Espoo
Rabbit Down ball / Theater Hevosenkenkä

Rabbit Down ball / Theater Hevosenkenkä

Sat 8.2.2025 16:00 - Sat 24.5.2025 15:00
Theater Hevosenkenkä, Kotinäyttämö, Juhannusmäki 2, 02200 ESPOO
Aurora House Spring Opening

Aurora House Spring Opening

Sat 24.5.2025 11:00
Kuninkaantie 43, 02940 Espoo
Exclusive Evening Tour in the Archipelago - Kopparnäs

Exclusive Evening Tour in the Archipelago - Kopparnäs

Sun 1.6.2025 - Sun 31.8.2025
10160 Kopparnäs
CULTURAL FESTIVAL: RABINDRA-NAZRUL BIRTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

CULTURAL FESTIVAL: RABINDRA-NAZRUL BIRTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Sun 1.6.2025 16:00
Lillhemtintie 1, 02250 Espoo
Espoo day camps summer 2025

Espoo day camps summer 2025

Mon 2.6.2025 - Fri 27.6.2025
Estrada Music and Dance Camps

Estrada Music and Dance Camps

Mon 2.6.2025 10:00 - Fri 13.6.2025 15:00
Läkkisepänkuja 2, 02650 Espoo
Karamzin's cultural moment: Let's sing together - Mari Kätkä

Karamzin's cultural moment: Let's sing together - Mari Kätkä

Mon 3.2.2025 15:00 - Mon 2.6.2025 15:50
Järvenperäntie 1-3, Espoo
SAFE Summer Action Camps 2025

SAFE Summer Action Camps 2025

Tue 3.6.2025 09:30 - Thu 31.7.2025 16:00
Monikonkatu 8, 02650 Espoo
Glims pasture visits

Glims pasture visits

Wed 4.6.2025 15:30 - Thu 21.8.2025 16:30
Glimsintie 1, 02740 Espoo
Three Merry Robbers / Theater Hyökyvuori

Three Merry Robbers / Theater Hyökyvuori

Fri 6.6.2025 17:30 - Sun 31.8.2025 20:30
Espoonlahdentie 12, 02360 Espoo
Glims' Animal Days

Glims' Animal Days

Sat 7.6.2025 10:00 - Sat 2.8.2025 12:00
Glimsintie 1, 02740 Espoo
Nature nearby - a family trip to Espoo Central Park

Nature nearby - a family trip to Espoo Central Park

Sat 14.6.2025 10:00
Ylismäentie 1, 02210 Espoo
Summer archipelago lunch cruise

Summer archipelago lunch cruise

Fri 27.6.2025 - Sat 23.8.2025
Nokkalanniemi 2, 02230 Espoo
FC Barcelona Camp 30.06.2025-04.07.2025

FC Barcelona Camp 30.06.2025-04.07.2025

Mon 30.6.2025
Espoon Palloseura, Jalkapallo Ry, Espoonlahdentie 2, Espoo
Children's first camp in Nuuksio

Children's first camp in Nuuksio

Thu 10.7.2025 - Sat 12.7.2025
Kattilajärventie 30, 02820 Espoo
Children's nature camp in Nuuksio

Children's nature camp in Nuuksio

Sat 12.7.2025 - Thu 17.7.2025
Kattilajärventie 30, 02820 Espoo
Children's nature camp in the countryside of Villa Elfvik

Children's nature camp in the countryside of Villa Elfvik

Mon 28.7.2025 09:00 - Fri 1.8.2025 16:00
Elfvikintie 4, 02600 Espoo
Music and crafts summer camp

Music and crafts summer camp

Mon 4.8.2025 09:00 - Wed 6.8.2025 15:00
Ylistörmä 4, 02210 Espoo
Kultuuriaukio flea market

Kultuuriaukio flea market

Sat 30.8.2025 10:00
Kulttuuriaukio 2, 02100 Espoo
A day with scouts

A day with scouts

Sat 30.8.2025 11:00
Tikasmäentie 1, 02250 Espoo
Ghost cookies - Thater Hevosenkenkä

Ghost cookies - Thater Hevosenkenkä

Fri 31.10.2025 10:00 - Sun 9.11.2025 18:00
Teatteri Hevosenkenkä, Kotinäyttämö, Juhannusmäki 2, 02200 ESPOO
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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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