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.
Aalto University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Aalto University during your trip to Espoo. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Espoo Centre
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
"The hotel was centrally located and within easy walking distance of most everything in the city. The room was spacious and well-equipped with amenities. Breakfast had an expansive spread but wasn't refreshed quickly enough so at busy times of morning, some items were not available and the layout ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
"Great Hotel, very good value for money."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Helsinki Airport
"A great hotel next to the airport, especially useful when you arrive later at night and you can fall right into bed! Breakfast was great, lots of options to cater for all diets"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Marski by Scandic
"Excellent property and stay, in a building with alot of history and comfort. Excellent location to the center and cathedral and waterfront being a short walk away, next to the tram stops as well for easy access. Room itself was soundproof and comfortabke, a good bed and bathroom. Would highly ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Comfort Hotel Helsinki Airport
"No frills budget hotel whose convenient location and low price were the main reason I stayed. The angular, minimalist design of the room might look nice, but is quite impractical. For example, there is a hard turn into the bedroom from the long corridor, and for some reason, the hotel phone is attached ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
"Staff here are great-helpful, friendly and knowledgeable about Helsinki. The included breakfast buffet is extensive, amazing since the hotel is not very expensive. The Vilho restaurant in the hotel also has fine food and service, and at a moderate price. Location of hotel is convenient yet not ..."
Reviewed on 20 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 Laajalahti Nature Reserve 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.
