Espoo Centre Travel Guide
Espoo
Visit Espoo Centre
Popular places to visit
Espoo Cathedral
After visiting Espoo Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Espoo. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Seurasaari Open Air Museum
Get a taste of Finnish lifestyle and customs from across several centuries at this interesting museum that consists of historic buildings set on a scenic island with dense forests and pretty beaches.
Seurasaari Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Seurasaari Island during your travels in Helsinki. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Saunaseura
You can take time to visit Saunaseura during your travels to Espoo. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Espoon Vanha Kirkko
After visiting Espoon Vanha Kirkko, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Espoo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Serena Water Park
Bring your family to Serena Water Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Espoo. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket
A Finntastic Walking Tour of Underground Helsinki
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library
Top hotels in Espoo Centre
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
"Beautiful art deco hotel. Very impressive. Staff very friendly. Room was super clean, well decorated and very roomy. Slept very comfortably. Would love to come back and stay longer."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
"Great place and the wellness area was worth the money."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
"Clean, efficient hotel connected to airport terminal. Super convenient. Room was very nice and staff was helpful. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
"Great Hotel, very good value for money."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Citybox Helsinki
"Exactly as described, nothing fancy but clean, well presented and good for one night."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
"Fabulous hotel! If you need an amazing night sleep and delicious food this hotel is perfect. I recommend the restaurant for dinner and the breakfast buffet is spectacular."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Espoo Centre
Otaniemi
Otaniemi is well liked for its beaches and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Laajalahti Nature Reserve and Karhusaaren uimaranta are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Keilaniemi Station or Aalto-yliopisto Station to get around.
Leppavaara
Discover Leppavaara, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Leppavaara include Sello Shopping Centre and Vermon Arena, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Mäkkylä Station.
Tapiola
The beaches and coffee shops are just a few things visitors like about Tapiola. Espoo Metro Areena and Ainoa Shopping Center are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Urheilupuisto Station or Tapiola Station to get around the larger area.
Lantinen District
Noted for its seaside views and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lantinen District. Top attractions like Vermon Arena and Kalastajatorpan uimaranta are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mäkkylä Station or Korppaanmaki Station to see more of the city.
Haukilahti
While visiting Haukilahti, you might make a stop by sights like Koirien Beach and Haukilahden uimaranta.
