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from Tampere Times 1/2023

Clean sheets and bullfights

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Enjoy the views!

Tampere offers many great places to enjoy the stunning city views. Head out to Pyynikki ridge to climb up to the observation tower and marvel at the views opening to Lake Pyhäjärvi and Lake Näsijärvi. You can also admire Tampere panorama from the roof of a historic building: Roof Walk Finlayson Area allows you to see the sights from a new perspective. Also, check out Näsinneula observation tower, Moro Sky Bar at Solo Sokos Torni Hotel and Laawu Rooftop Terrace & Sauna on top of Lapland Hotels Arena hotel.

The great outdoors by the lakes

In Tampere, the lakeside starts from the city centre, and so do the forests. Breathe some fresh forest air in Pyynikki nature reserve While you’re there, don’t forget to try the world’s best doughnuts in the observation tower’s café! Some accessible nature reserves are located also in Kintulammi and Hervanta – you can even take the tram to Hervanta! All kinds of nature and lake activities like sup boarding, canoeing and biking are also provided, see visittampere.com for rental info.

Tampere – the Sauna Capital of the World

Tampere is famous for its sauna culture and the city region has over 50 public saunas to choose from. Here are some of our favorites.

RAJAPORTTI

The oldest public sauna in Finland. Here you will experience the traditional sauna atmosphere. Let the locals show you how it’s done!

KUUMA SAUNA & RESTAURANT

Kuuma is one of the newest additions to Tampere sauna scene right in the city centre. Enjoy the heat, dip into the Ratina bay and have some food or drinks on the terrace.

Explore with the family

Museum Centre Vapriikki has many ongoing exhibitions at the same time and the only Moomin Museum in the world invites you and your family for a magical journey into the fairytale world. The theme park Särkänniemi offers a great variety of amusement rides for both adrenaline seekers as well the ones enjoying more of a peaceful ride. Another great place for the whole family is Tallipiha Stable Yards. If you’re lucky, you might experience a horse carriage ride there!

Savor the food

Are you Hungry for Tampere? Savor the tastes and atmosphere of this unique city and find your favorite dishes from its vast range of restaurants. Local, organic, vegan, burgers, wings, oriental… Tampere has it all. Not to mention the breweries!

Tampere is also known for the vivid market culture, where you’ll find all the local delicacies. Don’t forget the Summer Terrace in Central Square (10.5.–13.8.2023), which is a must see with its 8 restaurants!

Eventful every day!

MAY

12.–28.5. 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey

World Championship

17.–21.5. International Grand Markets

25.–27.5. Great Beers – Small Breweries

JUNE

7.–11.6. Tampere Guitar Festival

10.6. Summer Vibes

11.6.–31.8. Mänttä Art Festival

12.–18.6. Fest Afrika

26.6.–9.7. European Masters Games

JULY

6.–8.7. Sauna Open Air -festival

8.–9.7. The Pirkkala Viking Fair

20.–22.7. Tammerfest

AUGUST

4.–5.8. SaariHelvetti -festival

7.–13.8. Tampere Theatre Festival

18.–19.8. Blockfest -festival

25.–26.8. Festivaali -festival

29.8.–2.9. Pintxofiesta Tamperrada

→ See more on: visittampere.fi

KAUPINOJA AND RAUHANIEMI

These lakeside saunas are loved by both locals and visitors. Swimming and sauna all year round!

→ See more about saunas on saunacapital.com

ROOFWALK IS a UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THAT SHOWCASES TAMPERE FROM a NEW PERSPECTIVE. TWO DIFFERENT ROUTES ON the TOP OF THE CITY INCLUDE STUNNING SIGHTS AND HISTORICAL STORIES.