Finnish National Theatre, Helsinki

Name: Finnish National Theatre
Address: Helsinki, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 17331331

#79 among attractions in Helsinki

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Facts and practical information

The Finnish National Theatre, established in 1872, is a theatre located in central Helsinki on the northern side of the Helsinki Central Railway Station Square. The Finnish National Theatre is the oldest Finnish speaking professional theatre in Finland. It was known as the Finnish Theatre until 1902, when it was renamed the Finnish National Theatre. ()

Local name: Suomen Kansallisteatteri Opened: 9 April 1902 (122 years ago)Architectural style: Art NouveauCapacity: 1424Coordinates: 60°10'21"N, 24°56'38"E

Address

Eteläinen (Vironniemi)Helsinki Finland

Contact

+358 9 17331331

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Day trips

Finnish National Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kiasma, Ateneum, University of Helsinki Botanical Garden, Kauppakeskus Citycenter.

~1240 ftW
Contemporary art museum and theater
Kiasma, Helsinki
6 min walk • Kiasma is a beacon of contemporary art nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. This dynamic museum, with its striking architecture, stands as a testament to modern creativity and design. Opened to the public in 1998, Kiasma is part of the Finnish National Gallery...
~810 ftS
Museum of Finnish and international art
Ateneum, Helsinki
4 min walk • Ateneum, located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, is a cultural landmark and one of the most significant art museums in the country. Housed in a grand neoclassical building that dates back to 1887, the Ateneum is part of the Finnish National Gallery and serves as a...
~1130 ftNE
Botanic garden based around a herbarium
University of Helsinki Botanical Garden, Helsinki
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, the University of Helsinki Botanical Garden is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This botanical paradise, established in 1673 and relocated to its current site in the Kaisaniemi...
~1000 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kauppakeskus Citycenter, Helsinki
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling core of Helsinki, Finland, Kauppakeskus Citycenter stands as a modern beacon of commerce and convenience. This shopping centre, strategically situated at the junction of the city's main streets, offers a diverse shopping experience for both...
~1380 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Kluuvi, Helsinki
7 min walk • Kluuvi is a bustling shopping center located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, serving as a contemporary beacon for both local and international shoppers. This modern retail hub, nestled in the city's vibrant commercial district, offers a diverse array of stores that...
~480 ftS
Square
Helsinki Railway Square, Helsinki
3 min walk • Helsinki Railway Square is an open square immediately to the east of the Helsinki Central railway station in central Helsinki in Finland. The square serves as Helsinki's secondary bus station along with the main Kamppi Center bus station.
~240 ftNW
Park
Kaisaniemi Park, Helsinki
2 min walk • Kaisaniemi park is a popular park, in the center of Helsinki, in the region of Kluuvi. The Kaisaniemi Park was named after Catharina "Cajsa" Wahllund. Part of the park was given to the University of Helsinki in 1829, for gardening. The oldest greenhouse was opened in 1889.
~1480 ftS
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Three Smiths Statue, Helsinki
8 min walk • The Three Smiths Statue is a sculpture by Felix Nylund, situated in Helsinki, Finland, in Three Smiths Square at the intersection of Aleksanterinkatu and Mannerheimintie. This realistic statue, unveiled in 1932, depicts three naked smiths hammering on an anvil.
~1400 ftW
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Marshal Mannerheim, Helsinki
7 min walk • A bronze equestrian statue of Gustaf Mannerheim, the Marshal of Finland, stands in centre of Helsinki, Finland. It was made by Aimo Tukiainen and erected in 1960. The bronze statue is 5.4 m tall. It is raised on a granite podium, 6.3 m tall, 6.3 m long and 2.72 m wide.
~1290 ftW
Complex of 3 art museums
Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki
7 min walk • Finnish National Gallery is the largest art museum institution of Finland. It consists of the Ateneum, an art museum; Kiasma, a contemporary art museum; and the Sinebrychoff Art Museum, a historic house and art museum.
~400 ftSE
Nightlife, Bars and clubs, Casino
Casino Helsinki, Helsinki
2 min walk • Casino Helsinki is a casino located in Helsinki, Finland, located less than a ten minute walk from Central Railway Station. It's owned by government-owned Veikkaus and is one of the few casinos in the world, and the second in Finland, to donate all of its profits to charity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Finnish National Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Kaisaniemi Park, Helsinki (2 min walk), Aleksis Kivi Memorial, Helsinki (2 min walk), Casino Helsinki, Helsinki (2 min walk), Helsinki Railway Square, Helsinki (3 min walk).

How to get to Finnish National Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Finnish National Theatre:

Bus

Rautatientori, laituri 13 • Lines: 785, 788 (1 min walk)
Railway Square • Lines: 16, 23, 55, 61, 611, 611B, 614, 615, 61N, 61T, 633N, 64, 65, 66, 67, 67N, 71, 717, 717A, 717N, 718, 724, 724N, 731, 731N, 739, 73N, 74N, 75, 77, 77N, 78, 79N, 85N, 86N, 87N, 90A, 90N, 92N, 94N, 95N, 96N, 97N (2 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (3 min walk)

Tram

Kaisaniemenkatu • Lines: 3, 6, 6T, 9 (4 min walk)
Mikonkatu • Lines: 5, 7 (4 min walk)

Metro

University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (5 min walk)
Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (14 min walk)
Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (14 min walk)