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 Exotic animals |
3 Tiilenlyöjänkuja Helsinki 01720 Finland +358 9 854 0517 |
Akvaariolinna (the Aquarium Castle) is a rather small animal exhibit in Vantaa. It is open year-round, though with different opening hours in late autumn and winter. They have a few crocodiles and parrots and around 100 fish-tanks, filled with both freshwater and saltwater fish, piranhas and rayfish, to mention the most exciting ones. Akvaariolinna is really not a busy spot, except for the odd day during the holiday season. You can get there by bus 362 from the bus station. Admission for adults is EUR4.25 and for children under 10, EUR2.55. Children under three are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Information and entertainment |
1 Messuaukio (Helsingin Messukeskus) Helsinki 00520 Finland +358 9 1 5091 http://www.finnexpo.fi/exhibit... |
Child is the perfect fair for families with children. The aim of the event is to provide as much information about new products and services as possible and still be entertaining. The programme is organised in cooperation with different children's cultural organizations. Product groups represented at the fair include housing and interior decoration, hobbies, leisure and culture, organizations and public administration, child welfare, children's clothes, magazines, toys and much more. The organizer of the event is the Finnish Fair Corporation with the Finnish Federation of Enrolled Children's Nurses, the Centre for Children's Work in the Church/Lasten Keskus Oy and EFU-Projektit Oy. See the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Follow in Mika Häkkinen's footsteps |
15 Köyhämäentie Helsinki 01510 Finland +358 9 870 1911 |
This indoor karting hall is situated in Vantaa, right next to Martinlaakso, which is the home of the past Formula 1 World Champion, Mika Häkkinen. See for yourself whether you can achieve top lap times on this 400-metre course. The cost is EUR8.50 for 10 minutes on weekdays before 4pm, and EUR11.90 for 10 minutes on weekdays after 4pm and weekends. Private races are arranged on demand for groups, so if you are planning just to drop by, call to make sure you don't arrive there just as a race is starting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 All you need to know about Helsinki |
19 Pohjoisesplanadi Helsinki, Southern Finland 00100 Finland +358 (0)9 169 3757 http://www.hel2.fi/Tourism/EN/... |
Helsinki is more than a city in the land of the midnight sun. There are things to do in this vibrant metropolis no matter what the season, no matter the amount of sunshine or moonlight. The Helsinki City Tourist & Convention Bureau can provide you with information on activities ranging from Christmas fairs to ski team viewings. For information on upcoming events, visit their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stage for children in Espoo |
2 Juhannusmäki Helsinki 02200 Finland +358 9 439 1220 |
This theatre resides in Espoo. It is a quarter of a century old, and has both live stage and puppet theatre on its programme. The ages the shows are directed at vary, but range from two to 12 years. There is usually a show every weekday, except on Mondays. Book your tickets in advance! Usually a decent understanding of Finnish is required, but some shows are also in Swedish and it is possible to order a show in other languages (mainly English). There is a small collection of puppets from old shows on display. The easiest way to get there is by bus 105 from the bus station. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The place to go for summer fun |
1 Tivolitie Helsinki 00510 Finland +358 (0)9 7739 9287 / +358 (0)9 77 3991 http://www.linnanmaki.fi |
The only amusement park close to central Helsinki, Linnanmäki contains not only plenty of rides, but also games arcades, tombolas, restaurants, bars and the obligatory candyfloss and hotdog stands. The most impressive thing is the Vuoristorata roller—coaster, which in 1996 celebrated its 100th birthday. The amusement park was opened in 1950 by the charity Children's Day and proceeds from the park still go towards child welfare work. You can get to Linnanmäki on trams 3T and 3B, and bus 23 (alight at Alppila). The main part of the amusement park is open only in the summer, normally daily. Check the website for detailed information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Puppet theatre and art for children |
11 Klaavuntie Helsinki 00910 Finland +358 9 323 6968 http://www.ntsampo.fi/ |
Puppet Theatre Sampo offers children and adults alike the chance to wonder. The very popular Christmas and Easter plays draw crowds year after year, and it is advisable to book your tickets in advice. Mainly the plays are directed at children over two. Sampo is one of the few professional puppeteering theatres in Finland. There is also a historically impressive Gallery of Theatre Puppets—the oldest exhibits are a century old—and an exhibition on the art of the popular Finnish children's writer and artist Kristiina Louhi. Sampo resides in Puotila; the easiest way to get there is by subway. There are also shows in the Cultural Centres of Helsinki (Annantalo, Kanneltalo, etc.). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Puppets and tradition |
18 Eläintarhantie Helsinki 00530 Finland +358 9 712 818 |
Puppet Theatre Vihreä Omena (Green Apple) is the oldest children's theatre in Finland. It was founded in 1971 by the current president of the World's Union of Puppet Theatres. Vihreä Omena has some 400 shows every year, many of them held at different locations. About a quarter are held at their own premises. The shows are really wonderful and depending on the season they may be sold out, so remember to book your tickets in advance. There are always several productions going on; some may be short ones, while the classics have been running for years. The theatre has good international connections, and there are often exchanges both ways by different groups. The theatre is located in Kallio and is easily reached by tram 2. Review © 2007, Wcities |