Design Museum, Helsinki

Name: Design Museum
Address: Korkeavuorenkatu 23, Helsinki, 00130, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 6220540

#44 among attractions in Helsinki

Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum

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Facts and practical information

Design Museum is a museum in Helsinki devoted to the exhibition of both Finnish and foreign design, including industrial design, fashion, and graphic design. The building is situated in Kaartinkaupunki, on Korkeavuorenkatu Street, and is owned by the Republic of Finland through Senate Properties. The building was completed in 1895 and originally built as a school building for the Swedish school Läroverket för gossar och flickor. ()

Local name: Designmuseo Coordinates: 60°9'47"N, 24°56'45"E

Address

Korkeavuorenkatu 23Eteläinen (Ullanlinna)Helsinki 00130 Finland

Contact

+358 9 6220540

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Day trips

Design Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: DTM, Stockmann, Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Havis Amanda.

~1650 ftNW
Nightlife, Dancing
DTM, Helsinki
8 min walk • DTM, short for Don't Tell Mama, is a vibrant beacon of inclusivity in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. Established in 1992, this nightclub has grown to become the largest gay club in the Nordic countries, celebrating diversity and offering a safe space for the LGBTQ+...
~1920 ftN
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Stockmann, Helsinki
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Stockmann is the grand dame of Finnish department stores, a beacon of retail in the nation's bustling capital. Since its establishment in 1862, it has stood as a symbol of quality and service, offering locals and tourists alike a...
~1630 ftN
Monuments and statues
Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Helsinki
8 min walk • The Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg stands proudly in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, as a tribute to the nation's most cherished poet. Johan Ludvig Runeberg, whose works are considered foundational to Finnish literature, is perhaps best known for writing the lyrics...
~1920 ftNE
Bronze statue in Art Nouveau style
Havis Amanda, Helsinki
10 min walk • Havis Amanda is an iconic statue and a beloved symbol of the Finnish capital, Helsinki. Cast in bronze, this enchanting sculpture stands at the Market Square, near the harbor, serving as a captivating focal point for both locals and tourists alike.
~1630 ftN
Narrow park for picnics in summer
Esplanadi, Helsinki
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Esplanadi is a verdant oasis of calm and culture amidst the urban hustle. Known locally as "Espa," this elegant park serves as a social hub and a green sanctuary for city dwellers and tourists alike.
~500 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
St. John's Church, Helsinki
3 min walk • St. John's Church in Helsinki, Finland is a Lutheran church designed by the Swedish architect Adolf Melander in the Gothic Revival style. It is the largest stone church in Finland by seating capacity.
~1620 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Swedish Theatre, Helsinki
8 min walk • The Swedish Theatre is a Swedish-language theatre in Helsinki, Finland, and is located at the Erottaja square, at the end of Esplanadi. It was the first national stage of Finland.
~1860 ftNW
Memorial
Elias Lönnrot, Helsinki
9 min walk • Elias Lönnrot is a monument in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, by a Finnish sculptor Emil Wikström, unveiled in 1902. The bronze and granite monument is situated in the Southern Helsinki Kamppi neighborhood on Lönnrotinkatu street, in front of Ressun lukio in small Lönnrot's Park.
~1460 ftNW
Simple church standing within gardens
Helsinki Old Church, Helsinki
8 min walk • The Old Church of Helsinki, designed by Carl Ludvig Engel and completed in 1826, is an Evangelical Lutheran church in Helsinki.
~1140 ftE
Carl Ludvig Engel, Specialty museum, Museum
Helsinki Observatory, Helsinki
6 min walk • Helsinki University Observatory housed the Department of Astronomy at the University of Helsinki, south Finland until end of 2009. It is now an astronomy-themed visitor centre and museum.
~1950 ftNE
Harbor, Piers and boardwalks
Cholera Basin, Helsinki
10 min walk • The Cholera basin is the established name for the western harbour basin in front of the Market Square in Helsinki, Finland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Design Museum open?

Design Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Design Museum?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Finnish Architecture, Helsinki (2 min walk), Gloria, Helsinki (2 min walk), St. John's Church, Helsinki (3 min walk), Kolmikulma, Helsinki (4 min walk).

How to get to Design Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Design Museum:

Bus

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (1 min walk)
Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 24 (4 min walk)

Tram

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 10 (1 min walk)
Kirurgi • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (11 min walk)
Olympia Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Silja Line (11 min walk)

Metro

Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (14 min walk)
Kamppi • Lines: M1, M2 (17 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (16 min walk)