Gloria, Helsinki

Name: Gloria
Address: Pieni Roobertinkatu 12, Helsinki, 00120, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 31045812

#123 among attractions in Helsinki

Museum, Performing arts, Music venue

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Facts and practical information

Gloria is a cultural arena which has been operating regularly since 1999 and is located in Helsinki at Pieni Roobertinkatu 12–14. The events that have been organized have mostly been focused on music events; however, there have been other events as well such as theater, dance, film, art exhibitions, and outdoor events. From the very beginning, the principle of Gloria has been to create new cultural productions by producing leisure activities together with youth's own operational and cultural groups. In 15 years Gloria has become a unique arena thanks to all the thousands of performers and events. There have been over 50 000 performers, over 3000 events, and well over 700 000 visitors. ()

Local name: Kulttuuriareena GloriaVisitors per year: ~700 pplCoordinates: 60°9'50"N, 24°56'43"E

Address

Pieni Roobertinkatu 12Eteläinen (Ullanlinna)Helsinki 00120 Finland

Contact

+358 9 31045812

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

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

~1300 ftNW
Nightlife, Dancing
DTM, Helsinki
7 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+...
~1560 ftN
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Stockmann, Helsinki
8 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...
~1350 ftN
Monuments and statues
Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Helsinki
7 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...
~1730 ftNE
Bronze statue in Art Nouveau style
Havis Amanda, Helsinki
9 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.
~1350 ftN
Narrow park for picnics in summer
Esplanadi, Helsinki
7 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.
~350 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Design Museum, Helsinki
2 min walk • Design Museum is a museum in Helsinki devoted to the exhibition of both Finnish and foreign design, including industrial design, fashion, and graphic design.
~1880 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Three Smiths Statue, Helsinki
10 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.
~800 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
St. John's Church, Helsinki
4 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.
~1270 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Swedish Theatre, Helsinki
7 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.
~1540 ftNW
Memorial
Elias Lönnrot, Helsinki
8 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.
~1190 ftNW
Simple church standing within gardens
Helsinki Old Church, Helsinki
6 min walk • The Old Church of Helsinki, designed by Carl Ludvig Engel and completed in 1826, is an Evangelical Lutheran church in Helsinki.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gloria?

Nearby attractions include Design Museum, Helsinki (2 min walk), Kolmikulma, Helsinki (3 min walk), Museum of Finnish Architecture, Helsinki (3 min walk), Newspaper museum, Helsinki (3 min walk).

How to get to Gloria by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gloria:

Bus

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (2 min walk)
Kolmikulma • Lines: 24 (3 min walk)

Tram

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 10 (2 min walk)
Kolmikulma • Lines: 10 (3 min walk)

Ferry

Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (10 min walk)
Olympia Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Silja Line (12 min walk)

Metro

Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (13 min walk)
Kamppi • Lines: M1, M2 (15 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (15 min walk)