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The Terracotta Army at Vapriikki

The Terracotta Army and Treasures of the First Emperors of China are on display at Museum Centre Vapriikki Jun 14-Dec 1 2013. The exhibition presents the emperor's bronze chariot and the magical soldiers guarding his tomb as well as many other discoveries and imperial treasures such as precious items of jade, gold, and bronze.
XVIII Mänttä Art Festival 9.6.-31.8.2013

Mänttä Art Festival celebrates its two decades in 2013 with an exhibition of both clarity and surprise. The whole of the exhibition speaks for itself, also giving voice to single pieces. Pekilo is once more set for the viewer, so come along!
Museum Centre Vapriikki

Located on the banks of the Tammerkoski rapids, Vapriikki is a museum centre that offers things to see and do for the whole family. About a dozen exhibitions each year with varied themes. Vapriikki is also home to The Finnish Hockey Hall of Fame, The Shoe Museum, and The Doll Museum.
Pyynikki observation tower

In the middle of the beautiful conservation area of Pyynikki, the observation tower built in 1929 stands 26 metres high and offers a spectacular view over the whole Tampere. Downstairs there is a café with a warm atmosphere. Over the years it has become famous for its doughnuts which are baked on the spot using a secret recipe.
Tampere Cathedral

The grey granite church decked with a red brick roof was constructed based on architect Lars Sonck's drawings and it was decorated by painters Hugo Simberg and Magnus Enckell.
The church is revered as the ultimate monument of Finnish national romantic architecture.
Näsinneula observation tower

The peak of the highest observation tower in the Nordic countries reaches 168 meters. You can see breathtaking views from the observation deck or the Restaurant Näsinneula.
Tampere Hall

The stage of Tampere Hall is graced by the international star performers from the world of popular music as well as top soloists in classical music and excellent Finnish performers.
Functional congress facilities of Tampere Hall welcome small meetings as well as large international congresses.
Särkänniemi Adventure Park

Särkänniemi has the widest appeal of any adventure park in Finland. In the winter season, you can visit the Aquarium, Dolphinarium, Planetarium, Näsinneula Observation Tower and Sara Hildén Art Museum. During the summer season the whole Adventure park is open: the rides, Angry Birds Land, Doghill and more!

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