Näsijärvi

#156 among destinations in Finland

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Näsijärvi is a lake 95 metres above sea level, in the Pirkanmaa region of southern Finland. Näsijärvi is the biggest lake in the Tampere area at 256 square kilometres in size. The city of Tampere was built along the Tammerkoski rapids, through which the lake drains into Pyhäjärvi. The water quality of the lake has improved as forest industry has decreased the amount of waste water. ()

Alternative names: Area: 81.33 mi²Length: 24.85 miMaximum depth: 207 ftElevation: 312 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 61°34'0"N, 23°46'0"E

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Western FinlandFinland

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

Nearby attractions include: Vapriikki, Särkänniemi, Tampere Cathedral, Museo Milavida.

4.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Vapriikki, Tampere
113 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tampere, Finland, Vapriikki is a museum complex that offers a rich tapestry of culture and history to all who visit. Situated along the banks of the Tammerkoski rapids, the museum is housed in the beautifully restored premises of the old...
4.4 miS
Amusement park rides with dolphin shows
Särkänniemi, Tampere
113 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tampere, Finland, Särkänniemi is a vibrant amusement park that offers a plethora of attractions for visitors of all ages. This multifaceted entertainment complex, which opened its gates in 1975, has grown to become one of the most beloved...
4.4 miS
Granite-built church with 3 steeples
Tampere Cathedral, Tampere
113 min walk • Tampere Cathedral, a striking ecclesiastical landmark, stands as a testament to Finnish National Romantic architecture in the heart of Tampere, Finland. Completed in 1907, the church is not just a place of worship but a cultural icon that draws visitors with its unique...
4.4 miS
Museum, History museum
Museo Milavida, Tampere
111 min walk • Nestled in the dynamic city of Tampere, Finland, the Museo Milavida stands as a distinguished cultural haven, offering a glimpse into the luxurious past of the Nottbeck family, one of the most affluent dynasties in Finnish history.
4.3 miS
Theme park with planetarium and aquarium
Näsinneula, Tampere
111 min walk • Standing tall amidst the scenic beauty of Tampere, Finland, Näsinneula is an observation tower that offers a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding landscape. Constructed in 1970-1971, this slender structure pierces the sky at an impressive height of 168 meters...
4.4 miS
Bridge
Erkkilän silta, Tampere
113 min walk • Erkkilän silta, spanning gracefully over the Tammerkoski rapids, is a cherished landmark in the city of Tampere, Finland. This pedestrian and bicycle bridge connects two vital parts of the city, acting as a functional artery for residents and a scenic path for...
4.5 miS
Museum, Specialty museum
Mediamuseo Rupriikki, Tampere
115 min walk • The Rupriikki Media Museum is a history museum devoted to mass communication. It is located in the Vapriikki Museum Centre, in Tampere, Finland. Rupriikki showcases media history. Collections include cellular phones, radios, telephones, computers, and press materials.
4.4 miS
Museum
Finnish Museum of Games, Tampere
113 min walk • The Finnish Museum of Games is a museum dedicated to the history of Finnish games located in Vapriikki Museum Centre in Tampere, Finland. The museum exhibition consists of 100 Finnish games, six thematic period rooms, a video game arcade and a changing exhibition space. Overall, the museum has around 85 playable digital games.
4.4 miS
Theater
Tampere Comedy Theatre, Tampere
112 min walk • Tampere Comedy Theatre is theatre in Tampere that focuses on comedy. It was founded in 1991 by actor Esko Raipia and screenwriter and director Tapio Parkkinen. The theatre's address is Lapintie 3, Tampere.
4.4 miS
Neighbourhood
Jussinkylä, Tampere
113 min walk • Jussinkylä is a neighbourhood in the city center of Tampere, Finland. It is located east of Tammerkoski and borders Satakunnankatu in the south. To the east and northeast, the district is bounded by a railway and to the northwest by Lapintie. The Erkkilä Bridge connects Jussinkylä to Tammela.
4.4 miS
Museum
Natural History Museum of Tampere, Tampere
112 min walk • Tampere Natural History Museum is a natural history museum in Tampere, Finland. It is based in the Vapriikki Museum Centre. It shows animals of Pirkanmaa region. The Tampere Museum of Natural History was first opened in 1961. Before that there were temporary exhibitions of the local nature for the people of Tampere.

Näsijärvi

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