Olari, Espoo

Name: Olari
Address: Espoo, Finland

#86 among attractions in Espoo

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Olari or Olars is a district of the city of Espoo, Finland. Olari is located about 15 kilometres west of central Helsinki, north of the Länsiväylä highway and Matinkylä. The district has a population of about 15,000. The population consist of mostly middle-class families. The district is famous for its contribution to the Finnish rap culture. One of the most notable landmarks of the district is Olari Church and Parish Centre, designed by architects Simo and Käpy Paavilainen, and completed in 1981. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°10'0"N, 24°45'0"E

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Olari – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Iso Omena, Espoo Metro Areena, Haukilahti water tower, Suur-Matinkylä.

0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Iso Omena, Espoo
15 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Espoo, Iso Omena serves as a bustling hub of commerce and leisure for residents and visitors alike. This expansive shopping center, with its sleek modern architecture, has become a cornerstone of the community since its doors first opened.
1.5 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Civic center
Espoo Metro Areena, Espoo
38 min walk • Espoo Metro Areena, a beacon of Finnish sports and entertainment, stands proudly in the city of Espoo, Finland. This dynamic venue is known for its versatile facilities that cater to a wide range of events, from high-octane ice hockey matches to captivating concerts...
0.6 miSE
Tower
Haukilahti water tower, Espoo
16 min walk • The Haukilahti Water Tower is a distinctive landmark in the city of Espoo, the second-largest city in Finland. This impressive structure, towering high above the surrounding landscape, is not only a practical piece of infrastructure but also a tourist attraction...
1 miN
Neighbourhood
Suur-Matinkylä, Espoo
25 min walk • Suur-Matinkylä or Stor-Mattby is a southern main district of Espoo, a city in Finland. It contains the districts Henttaa, Matinkylä and Olari.
0.6 miNE
Neighbourhood
Niittykumpu, Espoo
17 min walk • Niittykumpu or Ängskulla is a district of Espoo, a city in Finland.
0.9 miE
Neighbourhood
Haukilahti, Helsinki
24 min walk • Haukilahti is a neighbourhood in Espoo, Finland. It is located on the seashore of the Gulf of Finland in the southern part of the city. Haukilahti is quiet and has many forested areas and parks. Right across the road from the main residential area is the Toppelund forest, beyond which lies the seashore.
0.6 miSW
60°9'35"N • 24°44'18"E
Kirjasto Omena, Espoo
17 min walk • Library
~0 ftN
Neighbourhood
Matinkylä, Espoo
1 min walk • Matinkylä or Mattby is one of the major districts of Espoo, a city on the southern coast of Finland. Matinkylä sits between the Länsiväylä highway and the coast of the Gulf of Finland, between the areas of Haukilahti and Iivisniemi.
1.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
Tapiolan urheilupuisto, Espoo
36 min walk • Tapiolan urheilupuisto is a sports park in the Tapiola district of Espoo, Finland. The park includes several sports halls and football pitches, as well as the multipurpose Espoo Metro Areena.
0.8 miSW
60°9'24"N • 24°44'26"E
Matinkylän monitoimitalo, Espoo
20 min walk • Entertainment, Event space, Theater

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Which popular attractions are close to Olari?

Nearby attractions include Matinkylä, Espoo (1 min walk), Haukilahti water tower, Espoo (16 min walk), Kirjasto Omena, Espoo (17 min walk), Niittykumpu, Espoo (17 min walk).

How to get to Olari by public transport?

The nearest stations to Olari:

Bus

Matinsolmu • Lines: 143A, 146A, 146N, 147A, 147N, 164A, 164Va, 165N, 173N, 192, 192T, 192V (6 min walk)
Gräsansolmu • Lines: 544 (5 min walk)

Metro

Niittykumpu • Lines: M1 (13 min walk)
Matinkylä • Lines: M1 (16 min walk)