Museums in Helsinki

1. 1

   Korkeasaari Zoo

   523,427 visitors a year

   Korkeasaari Zoo occupies an entire rocky island just off central Helsinki, and it has done so since 1889, making it one of the oldest zoos in the world. Its Swedish name, Högholmen, appears on signs...

   Website of Korkeasaari Zoo

2. 2

   National Museum of Finland

   447,139 visitors a year

   Welcome to the National Museum of Finland, a treasure trove of Finnish history and culture nestled in the heart of Helsinki. This stunning museum, designed by renowned architect Herman Gesellius,...

   Website of National Museum of Finland

3. 3

   Ateneum

   400,000 visitors a year

   Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Ateneum is a treasure trove of Finnish art and culture, inviting visitors to embark on a vibrant journey through the nation’s rich artistic heritage. Housed in a...

   Indoor mapWebsite of Ateneum

4. 4

   Military Museum of Finland

   66,430 visitors a year

   Website of Military Museum of Finland

5. 5

   Natural History Museum of Helsinki

   Step into the Natural History Museum of Helsinki, where the wonders of the natural world come to life amid a captivating blend of history and science. Nestled in the heart of Finland's capital, this...

   Audio tourIndoor mapWebsite of Natural History Museum of Helsinki

6. 6

   Kiasma

   Step into Kiasma, Finland's contemporary art museum, where creativity and innovation come alive in a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by the renowned Steven Holl. Located in the heart of...

   Website of Kiasma

7. 7

   Amos Rex

   Website of Amos Rex

8. 8

   Design Museum

   Website of Design Museum

9. 9

   Didrichsen Art Museum

   Website of Didrichsen Art Museum

10. 10

    EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art

    Website of EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art

11. 11

    Finnish Museum of Natural History

    Website of Finnish Museum of Natural History

12. 12

    Finnish National Gallery

    Website of Finnish National Gallery

13. 13

    Gallen-Kallela Museum

    Website of Gallen-Kallela Museum

14. 14

    Gloria Cultural Arena

    Website of Gloria Cultural Arena

15. 15

    Hakasalmi Villa

    Website of Hakasalmi Villa

16. 16

    HAM Helsinki Art Museum

    Website of HAM Helsinki Art Museum

17. 17

    Helsinki City Museum

    Website of Helsinki City Museum

18. 18

    Helsinki University Museum Flame

    Website of Helsinki University Museum Flame

19. 19

    Helsinki University Observatory

    Website of Helsinki University Observatory

20. 20

    Hotel and Restaurant Museum

    Website of Hotel and Restaurant Museum

21. Kunsthalle Helsinki
22. Mannerheim Museum
23. Museum of Finnish Architecture
24. Museum of Technology
25. National Audiovisual Institute
26. Sinebrychoff Art Museum
27. Studio Aalto
28. TAHTO Center for Finnish Sports Culture
29. Tamminiemi
30. Tennispalatsi
31. Tropicario
32. WeeGee house

Map of museums in Helsinki

Museums in Helsinki: questions

How many museums are there in Helsinki?

Mooseum lists 32 museums in Helsinki.

What are the most visited museums in Helsinki?

By annual visitors reported on Wikipedia: Korkeasaari Zoo (523,427), National Museum of Finland (447,139) and Ateneum (400,000).

Are there audio tours for museums in Helsinki?

Yes. One museum has an audio tour on Mooseum: Natural History Museum of Helsinki.

• Lahti5 museums · 99 km away
• Turku6 museums · 150 km away
• Tampere7 museums · 160 km away

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