Espoo Guide 2011 (EN)

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Explore the wilderness by horse back, go bouncing on a trampoline, admire modern Finnish art, enjoy the local cuisine or learn about the colourful life of the bootleggers of the 1930’s. Inexpensively. In Espoo.

Dive into Espoo’s fascinating world for the visitor and browse our website at www.visitespoo.fi. Or come and visit our Tourist Information in Tapiola, Keskustorni, 10th floor. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

GREAT THINGS TO DO IN ESPOO - EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR

Call of the sea:It’s easy to enjoy the sea in Espoo

Events in Espoo:Moments of Inspiration

Nuuksio:Nuuksio - wildernessin the city

Culture and museums:For every sense -for every taste

Family attractions:In Espoo the wholefamily have fun!

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ESPOOFounded 1458Town since 1972Population 246 000Sea shore 58 kmIslands 165Lakes 95National Park NuuksioGolf courses 8 FINLANDIndependent since 1917Population 5.3 millionTotal area 338 436 sq.kmCurrency Euro

CONTENTSEspoo and Finland 3Contents 3Events in Espoo 5Maritime Espoo 6Nuuksio National Park 10Active holiday 12Culture and Museums 14Mansions 16Family attractions 18Enjoy 20EspooMenu 22Sleep well 24Shopping 26Map 28Contact information 30

Estonia

HelsinkiEspoo

Turku

Stockholm Tallinn

Sweden Mariehamn

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EVENTS IN ESPOOEnjoy Espoo´s versatile events. April Jazz festival rhythmstake over Espoo in April–May. The concerts of the Organ Night and Aria Festival in Espoo Cathedral blend in withthe atmosphere of the light summer nights. Espoo CinéInternational Film Festival brings all the finest stars to thesilver screen in Tapiola in the end of August.

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29.1. Moomin Ice Show www.baronaareena.com

26.2. Emma Galawww.baronaareena.com

4.3.-12.6. Joan Mirówww.emma.museumThe Exhibition of the work of the Catalonian artist Joan Miró concentrates on his sculptures but will also feature paintings, draw-ings and prints linked to the form language of the sculptures.

5.-6.3. Finnish Synchronized Figure Skating championshipswww.baronaareena.com

26.-27.3. Art Fairies with space as a ceiling www.emma.museumEvent for children

4.-9.4. JuuriJuhla - RotFestwww.juurijuhla.fiA folk music festival

17.4. Länsiväylä runwww.lansivaylajuoksu.fi

27.4.- 1.5. April Jazzwww.apriljazz.fiAn international jazz festival

7.5. Children’s Event - HUPSwww.baronaareena.comSporty event for families

2.6.–25.8. Organ Night and Aria Festival www.urkuyofestival.fiFascinating night concerts in

10.–11.6. Kivenlahti Rock www.kivenlahtirock.comA rock festival

29.-31.7. Ropeconwww.ropecon.fiFinland’s biggest role play event in DIPOLI

27.8. Espoo Daywww.espoo.fiMany events in Espoo

19. 28.8. Espoo Ciné www.espoocine.fiAn international film festival

25.9. Espoon Rantamaratonwww.rantamaraton.fi

9.10. Solvalla marchsolvalla.esboif.fiHiking event

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25.–30.10. PianoEspoowww.pianoespoo.fiAn international piano music festival

12.11. EMMA concertwww.emma.museumSongs of the best artists of the 40’s to the 60’s

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Finnish Championshipsof danceDCA + Barona Areena15.4. Finnish Championships in Disco Dance 16.–17.4. Finnish Championships in Street Dance20.–22.5. Finnish Championships in the Performing Arts

Tapiola Sinfonietta Espoo (Classical music played in Espoo Culture Centre)

11.2. Benjamin Schmidt, Violin18.3. Joshua Weilerstein15.4. Alasdair Beatson, Piano 13.5. Conductor Anna-Maria Helsing and soprano Camilla Nylund 26.–27.5. Conductor Christian Zacharias

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Feel the spirit of

THE TAPIOLA SINFONIETTA

www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi

Concerts at the Espoo Cultural CentreTickets: Lippupiste

= map tile, see page 28–29

Espoo Cathedral

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Let´s go swimming, fishing, sailing, paddling or diving! Maritime fun for everyone.

In addition to water sports, take a slow walk along the Rantaraitti coastal trail. Or sunbathe on the beach and play some beach volley. Hop on a cruise in the Espoo archipelago and feel the breezy atmosphere. Afterwards have dinner in a charming restaurant or terrace by the sea.

MATINKYLÄMATTBY

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Pentala

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Tvijälp KorkeasaariHögholm

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ISLAND TRANSPORTATION ROUTES AND STOPS

Rantaraitti The Rantaraitti trail following the seashore is popular among walkers and cyclists. This trail runs from Laajalahti to Kivenlahti. There are many swimming beaches, marinas and parks along the way. Rantaraitti on your mobile http://citynomadi.fi/reitit/rantaraitti

Recreational islandsHop on one of the scheduled boats and get to know the gems of Espoo’s archipelago. In a day you can visit a couple of recreational islands. Bylan-det, Gåsgrund, Knapperskär, Rövaren, Rövargrundet, Stora Herrö and Torra Lövö islands are equipped for campers. There are piers, shelters for cooking, toilets and wells for drinking water on these islands. Firewood is available and waste management is taken care of by the city of Espoo. On Iso Vasikkasaari Island there is a restaurant and a café open during summer time. Read more on pages 20-21.

11.–13.6. Volvo Suursaari Race www.espoosuursaarirace.org Finland’s top offshore sailing race.

18.–21.8. Hanseboot Baltic IRC Championshipswww.baltic-irc.org

MARITIME EVENTS

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GUIDED THEME CRUISES IN THE ESPOO ARCHIPELAGO

Enjoy summer on Veka-Line’s guided theme cruises in the unique archipelago of Espoo. During the cruise the guide tells fascinating stories about the archipelago, its history and its interesting residents through the ages. Spend an unforgettable moment with your family and friends…

All themes for Monday evening cruises and up-to-date cruise schedules will be published at www.visitespoo.fi during the spring of 2011.

A spring excursion to Pentala Island 21.5. 12 am–4 pm

The Pentala Island is at its best when spring starts to turn into summer. During this excursion you will see an exceptional sight, an island in the middle of a lake on an island. It is recommended to wear warm clothing and take along some lunch.

The cruises depart and arrive at Otaranta in Otaniemi. The Midsummer cruise is an excep-tion, departing and arriving at Mellsteninranta in Haukilahti.

Prices: adults 25 euro, seniors 17 euro and children (7-16 years) 10 euro.

Midsummer bonfire 24.6.

This traditional Finnish Mid-summer Eve cruise starts from Mellsteninranta in Haukilahti. The route will first pass through some of the most beautiful parts of Espoo archipelago, leading to a good vantage point to admire the magnificent bonfires at Seurasaari. Refreshments and coffee are avail-able on board.

N.B. On Midsummer Eve, Friday 24 June, our office is closed.

Prices: adults 25 euro, children (7-16 years) 15 euro

An autumn excursion to Pentala Island 17.9. 12 am - 4 pm

See the archipelago glowing with autumn tints. During this excursion you will see an exceptional sight, an island in the middle of a lake on an island.

It is recommended to wear warm clothing and to take along some lunch.

Prices: adults 25 euro, seniors 17 euro and children (7-16 years) 10 euro

Further information and pre-booking:Espoo Convention & MarketingKeskustorni, 10th floor, Tapiola02100 ESPOOTel. +358 9 8164 7230Email: [email protected] www.visitespoo.fi

Please notice! Pre-booking is recommended, seating is limited. For booking please call +358 9 8164 7230. (N.B. On Friday 24 June the office is closed).

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NUUKSIO – WILDERNESS IN THE CITYNuuksio National Park is far away from the hectic city life, but still next door. Choose your own way to relax: riding, cycling, fishing, climbing, picking berries and mushrooms, swimming, snowshoeing, letterboxing, skiing, sleeping in a lean-to shelter or walking on marked trails. There are almost 30 kilometres of hiking trails near Haukkalampi, Kattila and Siikajärvi lakes. Nuuksio is ideal for a ramble of a day or two, with pitches for camping and shelters for cooking.

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To the wilderness by bus? Certainly!Bus no. 85(A) leaves from Espoo Centre. In summer the bus route goes all the way to Kattila in Nuuksio. In winter the end of line is in Nuuksionpää. Espoo Centre is easily reached by train. Timetables and maps: www.hsl.fi

Car parks in Nuuksioare located in Haukkalampi (main information point, East), Högbacka (North), Kattila (North), Siikaniemi (South), and near Elohovi (West). www.luontoon.fi/nuuksio

The Guide Hut Haukanpesä and Haukkalampi Nature Information Hut are open daily throughout the summer.

The telephone number for Nuuksio National Park Customer Service is +358 205 644 790.

EXPLORE NUUKSIO

Solvalla Sports InstituteNuuksiontie 82Tel. +358 9 867 8430www.solvalla.fiSolvalla Sports Institute provides restaurant, sauna and accommoda-tion services, versatile exercise op-portunities and equipment rental. Also available: covered barbeque area, skiing lodge and possibility for school trips.

Helsinki ExpertTel. +358 9 2288 1222www.helsinkiexpert.fiGuided tours to Nuuksio (in English).

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FOR GROUPS

Tip: Check everyman’s rights at

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HonkalintuTel. +358 50 330 8077www.honkalintu.fiHonkalintu is a company specialized in nature activities and fly-fishing. Honkalintu provides its customers new and relaxing experiences in the nature.

KaikuvaTel. +358 400 707 897www.kaikuva.fiFull-service nature programme service company. Programme examples:• Traditional fishing - incl. cleaning

and preparing the fish• Weekend trekking• Immersing in the nature

Sea & Mountain AdventuresTel. +358 9 595 550www.sma.fiA full range of services from meetings to adventures in Nuuksio. Programme examples:• Canoeing adventure around four

wilderness lakes• Tour of Romvuori - rowing,

cycling, hiking• Exotic “Inipi Spa” -sauna

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Pack your hiking shoes, tennis rackets and swimwear. In Espoo you can pursue your favourite hobbies on your holiday.

Try something new, like skike. Or play a nice round of golf. Take the kids for a spot of minigolf or swimming.

Tip:

More information about

riding, fishing, minigolf and

bowling at www.visitespoo.fi


Oittaa Recreation CentreKunnarlantie 33 - 39 Tel. +358 44 722 6321www.suomenlatu.fi/oittaa By Lake Bodom in Oittaa, on the main outdoor recreation route leading around Espoo. Café, saunas, beach for swimming, nature trail and exercise tracks. Equipment rental offering: canoes, bikes, kick-bikes and skis.

Solvalla Sports InstituteNuuksiontie 82 Tel. +358 9 867 8430www.solvalla.fi Canoe and kayak rental, tennis court, indoor sports hall and gym. In winter ski slope Swinghill and cross-country skiing. Also fitness testing.

Natura VivaTel. +358 50 376 8585www.naturaviva.fiGo kayaking! Kayak and canoe rental, courses for beginners and intermediate paddlers, guided paddling, day trips and paddling for groups and enterprises.

Gamebike Nelikkotie 2Tel. +358 9 455 4166

Espoontorin pyörä Kamreerintie 7Tel. +358 9 859 3008

Espoo Ringside Golf ERGNiipperintie 20 Tel. +358 9 849 4940

Espoo Golf ClubMynttiläntie 1 Tel. +358 9 8190 3444

Gumböle Golf GGGumbölentie 20 Tel. +358 9 887 4250

Löfkulla Golf Lehtimäentie 2 Tel. +358 400 774 377

Master Golf Club MGCBodomintie 4 Tel. +358 9 849 2300

Suur-Helsingin Golf SHG Luukki, Klockarsintie Tel. +358 9 4393 7116Lakisto, Rinnekodintie 29 Tel. +358 9 4393 7111

SWIMMING

Tapiola Swimming PoolKirkkopolku 3 Tel. +358 9 8165 3503

Water amusement park SerenaTornimäentie 10Tel. +358 9 887 0550The largest waterpark in the Nordic Countries, page 19

Beaches with life-guards:Mellsten, HaukilahtiKivenlahtiKlobben, SoukkaMatinkyläOittaaSuinonsalmi, HanikkaLaaksolahti

There are about 600 kilometres of biking routes in Espoo.

Hertz KeilaniemiKeilaranta 17Tel. +358 20 555 2355

The Oittaa Recreation CentreKunnarlantie 33-39Tel. +358 44 722 6321

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GOLF

Villa Elfvikin luontotaloThe Nature House Villa Elfvik

Elfvikintie 4, Laajalahti, Espoopuh. (09) 8165 4400

www.espoo.fi/villaelfvik

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Drop into one of the most popular museums in Finland, the magnificent art exhibitions at EMMA and The WeeGee Exhibition Centre. Take a walk through one of the most interesting architectural areas in Espoo, Otaniemi, with a master plan by Alvar Aalto. Continue to Tapiola - “The Garden City”- where top architecture meets everyday life. Tapiola showcases the work of several famous Finnish architects like Viljo Revell, Kaija and Heikki Sirén and Aarno Ruusuvuori.

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EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern ArtOpening hours: see The WeeGee Exhibition Centre www.emma.museum4.3.-12.6. Joan Miró4.3.-12.6. Tor Arne

The WeeGee Exhibition CentreAhertajantie 5 Tel. +358 9 816 31818www.weegee.fiFive museums, famous artists and fascinating Finnish and international exhibitions. The WeeGee Exhibition Centre suits the entire family and is conveniently located within a 15 minute drive from Helsinki city centre.• EMMA- Espoo Museum of Modern Art• Finnish Toy Museum• KAMU Espoo City Museum• The Finnish Museum of Horology• The Helinä Rautavaara Museum The Gallen-Kallela MuseumGallen-Kallelan tie 27Tel. +358 9 849 2340 www.gallen-kallela.fiThe castle-like home and studio of the beloved artist of the turn of the century Golden Age of Finnish art, providing changing exhibitions. CaféTarvaspää.

EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern ArtTue, Fri-Sun 11-18, Wed-Thurs 11-20, Summer 1.6. - 31.8. Tue-Fri 11-18, Sat - Sun 11-17 WeeGee, Ahertajantie 5, Tapiola Tel: 09 - 8165 7512Busses from Kamppi, Helsinki nr: 106, 110. www.emma.museum

Espoo Cultural CentreKaupinkalliontie 10Tel. +358 9 816 5051www.espoo.fi/kulttuurikeskusThe main scene for performing arts and cultural life in Espoo.

Glims Farmstead MuseumGlimsintie 1 Tel. +358 9 863 2979 www.espoonkaupunginmuseo.fiGlims Farmstead Museum is an old farm dating back to the 18th century. The permanent exhibition consists of the former farmstead of Glims. Recommended for families with children. Museum shop and Café Glims.

THEATRES

Espoo City TheatreRevontulihalli, Revontulentie 8 A www.espoonteatteri.fiTickets: Tel. +358 9 439 3388 or www.lippu.fiEspoo City Theatre stages visiting productions from abroad and all around Finland.

Fallåker TeaterFallåker 18Tel. +358 50 524 09 16www.fallaker.fi

Finns sommarteaterTickets: Tel. +358 9 8678 8450In Kauklahti, north of Kehä III.Summer theatre performing in Swedish.

Children’s Theatre Hevosenkenkä Tickets: Tel. +358 9 439 1220 Juhannusmäki 2 www.hevosenkenka.fi

Theatre Hyökyvuori (only summer)Merivirta 12Tickets: Tel. +358 400 260 710

Espoo CathedralKirkkopuisto 5Medieval grey stone church dating back to the 15th century. Renovated in 2010.

Tapiola ChurchKirkkopolku 6, TapiolaTel. +358 9 8050 4460 Ascetic and sacral church designed by architect Aarno Ruusuvuori in 1965.

THEATRES

CHURCHES

EMMA - ESPOO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, KAMU- THE ESPOO CITY MUSEUM,

GALLERY AARNI, FINNISH TOY MUSEUM, HELINÄ RAUTAVAARA MUSEUM,

THE FINNISH MUSEUM OF HOROLOGY,CAFÉ WEEGEE, WEEGEE SHOP

Tue, Thu-Fri 11 am - 6 pm, Wed 11 am - 8 pm. Sat-Sun 11 am- 5 pm. Mon closed. Tickets 10/8 .

Free admission for visitors under 18 and over 70 years.

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Bastvik ManorVanha Saunalahdentie 20 Tel. +358 44 355 3420Bastvik Manor is the oldest known estate in the Saunalahti area.There is a coffee shop next to the historical manor, open on the first weekend of every month from 10am to 5pm.

Espoonkartano ManorKuninkaankartanontie 31 Tel. +358 9 256 7968Historical king’s manor, dating back to the 18th century. Open for visits by the public once a month between Jan.–Apr. and Aug.–Oct. from 4pm to 6pm.

Manor Spa KaisankotiBodomintie 37Tel. +358 9 887 191www.kaisankoti.fiA cosy historical manor house with modern spa facilities and premises for business or family events, surrounded by beautiful nature. Recreational sports and spa treatments.

NEXT Bodom ManorBodominkuja 7 Tel. +358 9 8492 3070www.nexthotels.fiNEXT Restaurant Bodom Manor is a splendid manor dating back to the year 1797. Located on the shore of Lake Bodom. The restaurant functions also as Master Golf’s Club House.

Villa RulluddRullaniementie 15Tel. +358 50 467 7951Villa Rulludd, the villa museum, is a journey into more than a century of summers and the rich and colourful villa life of the Kihlman family. The museum and café in Villa Rulludd are open the first Sunday of every month from 10am to 1pm. Tip:

All mansions are available

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Go bouncing on a trampoline, find your way out of a labyrinth, see a flying carpet, swim in a sea of balls and be the king of the Ball Cannon Arena at Huimala. Ride water slides, while mom and dad relax themselves under massaging waterfalls or in the bosom of jacuzzis. Espoo is fun for the entire family!

FUN FOR FAMILIES


Water amusement park SerenaTornimäentie 10 Tel. +358 9 887 0550www.serena.fi Feel the tropical heat and enjoy massaging jacuzzis and waterfalls.Complete your relaxation by visiting the cave sauna. If you like to have some action, try the Wild Stream and Black Hole -slides. In the summer the liane tower in the open air water park is a “must”. In the winter visit SerenaSki´s slalom slopes.

HUIMALA Family Entertainment Center Juvankartanontie 15 Tel. +358 20 794 0790www.huimala.fiA reasonable portion of running wild and exercising briskly keeps you cheerful and rosy-cheeked. That’s what HUIMALA is for – just for a change and because it cheers up the entire family.

Villa Elfvik Nature HouseElfvikintie 4 Tel. +358 9 8165 4400www.espoo.fi/villaelfvikThe Nature House offers many activities for families with children. A short nature trail and a birdwatching tower are also accessible by prams. Café Satakieli is open on weekends and holidays when the Nature House is open. No entrance fee.

Espoo Car MuseumOpen May–August Bodomintie 35 Tel. +358 9 855 7178The largest, oldest and most versatile vehicle museum in Finland with more than 100 cars, over 30 motorbikes and 50 mopeds.

HopLop and HopStopHopLop Esport, Esport Ratiopharm Arena, Koivu-Mankkaan tie 5 [email protected] Shopping Centre Sello, Leppävaarankatu 3-9 Tel. +358 10 837 3005Indoor adventure parks for children and those with the mind of a child.

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TREATS FOR ALL TASTESA scrumptious dinner in a manor house? Delicacies of Nordic cuisine by the sea? Or sample the local tastes of an Espoo Menu. In good company the evening will turn into night before you notice.

Manor Restaurant KaisankotiBodomintie 37Tel. +358 9 887 191

NEXT Restaurant Bodom Manorsummer restaurantBodominkuja 7Tel. +358 9 8492 3070

Gula Villan Island Restaurant terrace, restaurant for private occasions Iso Vasikkasaari islandTel. +358 9 888 2600

Villa Pentry summer restaurant by the seaNuottarinne 2Tel. +358 9 888 6794

Haukilahti Pavilion Mellstenintie 12Tel. +358 10 841 9190

Restaurant Laguna Kuusiniemi 7 Tel. +358 10 548 8170

RESTAURANTS

Colonial Bar & Kitchen Nihtisillantie 1Tel. +358 9 43 520

Grill Toro Louhentie 16, North-TapiolaTel. +358 9 460 427

Kivenlahden SeurahuoneMerivalkama 2, KivenlahtiTel. +358 400 316 661

Carlito’s, Hotel GLO Espoo Leppävaarankatu 1 Tel. +358 10 344 4212

Restaurant Frida Lakelankatu 1 Tel. +358 10 5407 500

Restaurant Huivi Porarinkatu 3Tel. +358 45 292 2222

MANOR RESTAURANTS SCENIC RESTAURANTS

RESTAURANTS

Easy access with wheelchair


Restaurant Johannes Nordic cuisine Hanasaarenranta 5 Tel. +358 9 435 020

Restaurant Ranta Radisson Blu Hotel EspooOtaranta 2Tel. +358 20 123 800 or Tel. +358 20 1234 705

Restaurant Sevilla Bar & Restaurante Spanish-style kitchenTapionaukio 3Tel. +358 20 123 4800

Restaurant Tapiontori Tapiontori 1 Tel. +358 9 455 4011

Bemböle Coffee House rustic charmBellinmäki 1Tel. +358 9 863 2917

Café WeeGee Ahertajantie 5 Tel. +358 9 8163 1697

Café Ankkuri Sateenkaari 9Tel. +358 46 572 7823

Café MellstenMellstenintie 6 Tel. +358 46 572 7823

Café MerenneitoKoukkuniementie 1 ATel. +358 9 811 117

Café GlimsGlimsintie 1Tel. +358 9 863 2738

Café Satakieli Elfvikintie 4 Tel. +358 9 8165 4400

Kaisan Cafe Itätuulenkuja 8Tel. +358 9 455 0851

Robert’s Coffee Iso Omena, Matinkylä Tel. +358 10 839 4009Sello, Leppävaara Tel. +358 10 839 4003

Tarvaspää Café Gallen-Kallelan tie 27Tel. +358 9 541 4919

Vasikkasaari Café Iso Vasikkasaari -islandTel. +358 40 570 3389

Wayne’s Coffee Länsituulentie 5, Tapiola Tel. +358 9 121 2256Iso Omena, Matinkylä Tel. +358 9 4559 0462

CAFÉS

Heikintori Kalabaari specialized in seafoodKauppamiehentie 1Tel. +358 9 460 110

Gallows Bird a wide selection of beersMerituulentie 30Tel. +358 9 412 3253

Alberga Theatre Restaurant Leipurinkuja 2Tel. +358 9 512 3600

Restaurant Retro traditional Finnish lunchSello, Leppävaara Tel. +358 10 839 4000

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GIVE YOUR TASTE BUDS A TREAT WITH ESPOO MENUS AND BUFFETS

New in Espoo: EspooMenus and EspooMenu Buffets with the taste

of local produce, served in EspooMenu restaurants: Restaurant

Johannes in Hanasaari, Manor Restaurant Kaisankoti, Confer-

ence Hotel Meripuisto, Conference Hotel Siikaranta, Alberga

Theatre Restaurant, Restaurant Base, Espoo Catering and

Nordic Food.

Delicious EspooMenus consisting of at least three courses are

compiled as much as possible of high quality local and Finnish raw

materials in season. The main ingredients of the menus are invari-

ably of Finnish origin. Furthermore the ingredients always include

something produced in Espoo itself.

Further information: EspooMenu-restaurants, www.visitespoo.fi,

www.ruokatieto.fi


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Ranta Restaurant – a culinary adventure full of Italian flavour!Ranta Restaurant’s friendly atmosphere entices you into the Italian way of life, with treats for all the senses. The hum of voices, mouth-watering delicacies and warm-hearted service make you feel at home and enjoy yourself.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Otaranta 2, Espoo, ravintolaranta.fiOpen Mon–Fri 11 AM–11 PM, Sat 12 noon–11 PM,Sun 1 PM–10 PM.

Table bookings tel. 020 123 4800(Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM)

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SLEEP WELL IN ESPOOWould you like to spend a night in a lean-to shelter in the bosom of nature? Or in a historical manor?

Why don’t you try both. In Espoo you can do that. But obviously there are many other options as well, several hotels, well-equipped villas, cabins in the National Park and a camping site.


Solvalla Sports InstituteNuuksiontie 82 Tel. +358 9 867 8430

Sun Pond Holiday CottagesLahnusTel. +358 400 602 180

Tip:Find available rooms instantly.

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16400 with the words “HUONE

Espoo”. More information at

www.hotellivaraamo.fi

Conference Hotel Meripuisto Tyrskyvuori 4Tel. +358 9 819 251

Conference Hotel Siikaranta Naruportintie 68 Tel. +358 9 867 971

Hotel Hanasaari Hanasaarenranta 5Tel. +358 9 435 020

Hotel Kuninkaantie Lakelankatu 1Tel. +358 9 859 191

Hotel LepolampiKivilammentie 1 Tel. +358 9 86 791

Kaisankoti Manor SpaBodomintie 37Tel. +358 9 887 191

Hotel GLO Espoo SelloLeppävaarankatu 1010 344 4200

Radisson BLU Hotel EspooOtaranta 2 Tel. +358 20 1234 800 or Tel. +358 20 1234 705

Scandic Espoo Nihtisillantie 1Tel. +358 9 43 520

Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden Tapionaukio 3Tel. +358 20 123 4616

Hellsten Hotel Apartments Espoo Porarinkatu 3 09 511 051

Arla Summer HotelPuustellinmäki 4–6 Tel. +358 9 5110 8370

Espoo Camping Oittaa Kunnarlantie 31Tel. +358 9 863 2585

Forenom ApartmentsTel. +358 9 425 0050

Hostel Margreteberg Pehtorinkuja 3Tel. +358 2 9001 7182

Serena VillasTornimäentie 10 Tel. +358 9 8870 5561

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Espoo has it all: big malls and shopping centres, department stores, factory outlets and small boutiques offering almost anything you can imagine. Look for Finnish design like Artek home furnishings, table and kitchenware by Arabia, Iittala and Hackman, Marimekko clothing and textiles as well as ceramics and ornaments by Pentik.

Affordable cosmetics, clothes and furniture are easily found in Espoo’s many factory outlets and Ikea.

Iso OmenaPiispansilta 11 Iso Omena has 115 stores. Fashion, sports, decorations, books and much more. Something for all tastes. In addition to 15 cafés and restaurants, a play room for children, a movie theatre and a gym.

SelloLeppävaarankatu 3–9 Sello has more than 170 stores and a bowling hall, movie theatre, an indoor adventure park for kids and a hotel. Also many restaurants and cafés.

Tapiola Tapiola has everything: Sokos and Stockmann department stores, boutiques and several restaurants and cafés. Also the miniTapiola children’s traffic city.

EntresseSiltakatu 11 Located next to Espoo Centre rail-way station. More than 40 shops, restaurants, cafés and a night club.

Ikea Espoontie 21 Affordable quality home decorations and furniture.

LahjatupaKirkkojärventie 3 Finnish handmade gift and home decoration products.

Iittala OutletEspoontie 25 Tel. +358 204 393 584Products for your home from Iittala, Arabia and Hackman.

Juvi Production, Suomalaistentie 1 Tel. +358 9 455 6210Furniture made out of wood and iron.

Lumene Group OutletLasihytti 1 Tel. +358 50 591 1469Cosmetics

PappagalloLuoteisrinne 4 A 6Tel. +358 9 867 6060Ice-cream

Skanno OutletNihtisillankuja 6Tel. +358 9 612 9440Design furniture and home decoration

Vaasan & VaasanNuijalantie 11 Tel. +358 204 46 111Bakery shop

Voglia OutletSuomalaistentie 1–3 Tel. +358 9 803 0039 Women’s clothes

SHOPPING

FACTORY OUTLETS

Tip:Department stores and shopping centres are mainly open weekdays 9am-9pm, Saturdays 9am-6pm and Sundays 12 noon-6pm (May-Aug and Nov-Dec 12 noon -9pm). Small and specialized shops are mainly open on weekdays 10am-6pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm.

Tip: Anyone permanently resident outside the EU or in Norway can shop Tax free in Finland, thus saving about 12 (max. 16) per cent on purchases of over 40 euros. Stores with Tax free shopping signs will provide customers with a cheque covering the VAT refund; this can be cashed when leaving the last EU country visited. www.globalrefund.com

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Accommodation

1 Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden I102 Arla Summer Hotel J73 Sun Pond Holiday Cottages G14 Hanasaari Cultural Centre J115 Hostel Margreteberg F66 Hotel Kuninkaantie E89 Forenom Apartment Hotel H1110 Hotel GLO Espoo Sello I811 Kaisankoti Manor Spa E413 Hotel Meripuisto D1214 Hotel Siikaranta A415 Espoo Camping Oittaa E6 16 Radisson Blu Hotel Espoo J1017 Scandic Espoo H818 Solvalla Sports Institute B319 Hellsten Hotel Apartments I720 Serena Villas G1

Museums and Sights

21 The WeeGee Exhibition Centre I10 - Espoo City Museum - The Finnish Museum of Horology - Gallery Aarni - Espoo Museum of Modern Art EMMA - Helinä Rautavaara Museum - Finnish Toy Museum22 Alberga Manor I823 Dipoli Congress Centre J9 1 Espoo Cultural Centre I1024 Espoo Car Museum E425 The Gallen-Kallela Museum J826 The Glims Farmstead Museum E828 Villa Museum, Villa Rulludd F1229 Innopoli Technology Centre 1 & 2 I930 Espoo Manor C932 Museum of Mineralogy J1033 Lagstad School Museum E834 Polytechnical Students Museum J935 Aalto University J936 Bastvik Manor / Café Bastvik D1137 Espoo City Theatre I1038 Bodom Manor F5

Shopping

17 Skanno Outlet H839 Pappagallo F1140 Iittala Outlet E841 Juvi Production F1142 Lumene Group Outlet C943 Vaasan & Vaasan Bakery Shop H844 Voglia Outlet F1145 Ikea E846 Iso Omena Shopping Centre G1147 Lahjatupa Outlet Shop E810 Sello Shopping Centre I81 Tapiola I1031 Entresse Shopping Centre E8

Activities

48 Barona Arena I1049 Esport Ratiopharm Arena H10 49 Tapiola Sports Park H1051 Nuuksio National Park B352 Nuuksio Lodge C653 Oittaa Recreation Centre E654 Otahalli J1055 Vermo Trotting Track J8 56 Water Park Serena G257 Villa Elfvik Nature House I958 Leppävaara Sports Park I718 Solvalla Sports Institute B318 Solvalla Swinghill B3

For families

56 Water Amusement Park Serena G259 Adventure Hall Huimala G549 Adventure Park HopLop

Esport H1010 Adventure Park HopStop

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Churches

1 Tapiola Church I101 St Herman of Alaska Church I1033 Espoo Cathedral E8

INFOTraffic connectionsEspoo is the second largest city in Finland and has very good traffic connections whether you come by air, sea, rail, bus or car. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is only half an hour’s drive from Espoo and Helsinki only 15 minutes. Most parking in Espoo is free of charge.

Practical hintsLocal Public TransportationJourney Planner provided by Helsinki Region Transport: www.reittiopas.fiTimetables: www.hsl.fi

TrainsDomestic long-distance trains stop at Espoo Centre. Helsinki Metropolitan area commuter traffic trains stop at all stations in Espoo. Timetables: www.vr.fi/en

Car hireHire a car and feel free to go whenever and wherever you like.AVIS, Tel. +358 9 859 8356 www.avis.fiExpressrent, Tel. +358 9 541 5777 www.expressrent.fiHertz, Tel. +358 200 112 233 www.hertz.fi Scandia Rent, Tel. +358 9 464 181 www.scandiarent.fi

TaxiTel. +358 100 7300

Air trafficHelsinki Airport Tel. +358 200 14 636

Chartered coachesÅbergin Linja, Tel. +358 9 884 2589

MapsEspoo maps: http://kartat.espoo.fi. Or from our Tourist Information point.

Currency exchangeForexSampotori, TapiolaTel. +358 20 751 2570

Lost PropertyEspoo police station, Nihtisillankuja 4Tel. +358 71 873 8396

Beach Harbour


ESPOO CONVENTION & MARKETING Tourist InformationKeskustorni, 10th floor, Tapiola I10Tel. +358 9 8164 7230Opening hours:Mon-Fri 9am–4pmwww.visitespoo.fi

TOURIST INFORMATION IN THE CAPITAL REGION

Helsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau Pohjoisesplanadi 19Tel. +358 9 3101 3300www.visithelsinki.fi

Vantaa Travel CentreRatatie 7, TikkurilaTel. +358 9 8392 2133www.vantaa.fi

Helsinki Region Tourist InformationHelsinki Airport, VantaaTerminal 2, Arrival Hall 2 A

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