Explore the Area!

Whether you’ve got a few hours after the day’s sessions or an extra day to spare, check below for some highlights the best things to see and do nearby while you’re in the area. From scenic parks and ski parks to exciting attractions and local favorites, you’ll find plenty of ways to make the most of your trip. Take a break, unwind, and discover the vibrant experiences Finland has to offer!

Nuuksio National Park

Wild Woods and Lakes on Helsinki’s Doorstep. Within easy reach of the Finnish capital, escape into wild natural settings and enjoy typically Finnish scenery, with lovely lakes, green forests and rugged crags. The nearby Finnish Nature Centre Haltia spotlights the best of Finland’s natural treasures from across the country. Arrive by car or public transportation. Suitable for the entire family and tourists. Wheelchair access to the Haukkalampi, Kattila and Haltia areas. Marked trails and nature trails vary from easy to difficult (1.5-17km), 30km of biking trails, 22km of horse-riding trails. Nuuksio has numerous services all year round: campfire sites, cooking shelters, lean-to-shelters, camping sites, dry toilets, rental huts, conference and sauna facilities and a wide range of activities for people of all ages.

https://www.luontoon.fi/en

Haltia

The Finnish Nature Centre is a sustainable nature and outdoor center and the gate to Nuuksio National Park in Espoo. In Haltia you can get a real experience of the Finnish nature. Haltias’ nature exhibitions introduce the magnificent scenery of Finland’s national parks, as well as nature sites in the nature capital area.

https://haltia.com/en/

Serena Water Park/Ski

Serena is Finland’s only park with a Water Park and a Ski Resort!

The largest year-round water park in Scandinavia and the coolest slopes in Southern Finland! When planning vacation, attendees often have to plan their trip in advance without knowing the weather. Finnish summer is the most wonderful thing there is at its best, but the weather cannot always be reliably predicted even a few days in advance. Fortunately, the Serena water park is open rain or shine, and the indoor water park offers rain protection in all weathers.

https://serena.fi/en/

Duudsonit Activity Park Espoo

Duudsonit Activity Park Espoo Iso Omena consists of approximately 4.000 m2 of indoor activity and restaurant area. The activity park features a large freestyle area with trampoline and skateboarding areas, a Ninjatrack, bagjump and foampit jumping areas, a large climbing world, sports testing and a games world.

https://dap.fi/espoo-iso-omena/

Offsite-Dining Options

Restaurant Fat Lizard Otaniemi / 4.3 Stars / Italian-American

Restaurant Fat Lizard is a cosy laid back and same time a chic meeting point restaurant just a stone’s throw from Aalto-yliopisto subway station. Believing in honest and impressive food cooked in their kitchen where they have also a genuine wood-fired pizza oven and a real charcoal grill. Best of all, food is served from lunch until late night every single day.

Tietotie 1, 02150
Espoo, Finland
+358 20 1277710

https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/toolo/ruoka

Bistro Ranta is located in a landscape where there is room for thought. In Otaranta, you feel close to the vibrant Aalto University, but it is also conveniently far away. The Bistro invites those for whom living nature is a source of strength and inspiration. Those who want to surrender to be served come to us as guests. Those who already know to expect something masterful. Our location in a place built by masters obliges us to do so.

In our bistro located in the Radisson Blu Hotel, we also serve Super Breakfast in the mornings, and in the summer you can enjoy it on our beautiful terrace.

Located inside Radisson Blu Hotel
Otaranta 2, 02150
Espoo, Finland
+358 300 870020

https://www.raflaamo.fi/fi/ravintola/espoo/bistro-ranta

Konnichiwa means hello in Japanese, and we want each of our customers to feel welcome and special. We offer a diverse and delicious sushi buffet at our restaurant in Espoo.

Our selection includes classic sushi such as maki, gunkan and nigiri with seafood and vegetable fillings, as well as new delicious flavor combinations with which we surprise our customers every day. In addition to the sushi buffet, we also serve fresh and delicious sashimi, Miso soup, and a delicious selection of warm Asian dishes. The buffet also includes a tasty, sweet dessert, as well as coffee and tea.

Otaniementie 12, 02150
Espoo, Finland
+358 45 78738883

https://konnichiwa.fi/otaniemi

Haikaranpesä is a traditional restaurant with a view in Haukilahti, Espoo. Haikaranpesä is a family business in its third generation. It has been a place to dance and enjoy the wonderful Scandinavian buffet delicacies since the turn of the 1960s and 70s. Located in the Haukilahti water tower makes it the highest restaurant in Southern Finland with unforgettable views of the sea. In addition to its popular buffet lunch, Haikaranpesä is known for its monthly theme nights such as Jazz & Dinner and Disco nights.

Haukilahti Water Tower
Hauenkallio 3, 02170
Espoo, Finland
+358 9 4524254

https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/

To find a full list of local favorite restaurants, please visit the restaurant guide.

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