Näsinneula y Särkänniemi
The Näsinneula observation tower, in the Särkänniemi amusement park, offers views of the lakes and the city.
Tickets →Tampere, Finland
Tampere: airports, things to do and where to stay
Tampere is a former industrial city between two lakes, now a hub of culture and museums. Its red-brick factories sit alongside cafés, saunas and walks by the water.
Tampere airports
From the airport to central Tampere
Tampere-Pirkkala airport is about 12 km from central Tampere.
Nysse, línea 1A / Line 1A
Nysse bus line 1A links the airport with the centre of Tampere. Check timetables on the Nysse website.
Taxi
Taxi rank outside the terminal. It is best to book ahead, especially for early or late flights.
Tampere
Things to do in Tampere
Finlayson
A former red-brick factory complex beside the Tammerkoski rapids, now home to museums, cafés and shops.
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Catedral de Tampere
A National Romantic granite church with frescoes and stained glass by Hugo Simberg, one of the city's best-known landmarks.
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Mirador de Pyynikki
An observation tower on the Pyynikki ridge, with views over the lakes. It is well known for its doughnut café.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Tampere?
Tampere is served by Tampere-Pirkkala (TMP).
How far is the airport from central Tampere?
Tampere-Pirkkala airport is about 12 km from central Tampere.
How do I get from the airport to central Tampere?
From Tampere-Pirkkala airport you can take Nysse, línea 1A / Line 1A (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Tampere?
Highlights of Tampere include Näsinneula y Särkänniemi, Finlayson, Catedral de Tampere, and Mirador de Pyynikki.
Photo credits
- Näsinneula y Särkänniemi: kallerna, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Finlayson: Visa580, CC BY 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Catedral de Tampere: Tiia Monto, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Mirador de Pyynikki: Arkke, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons