Finnish National Opera, Helsinki

Name: Finnish National Opera
Address: Helsinginkatu 58, Helsinki, 00260, Finland
Telephone: +358 9 40302211

#51 among attractions in Helsinki

Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

The Finnish National Opera and Ballet is a Finnish opera company and ballet company based in Helsinki. It is headquartered in the Opera House on the coast of the Töölönlahti bay in Töölö, which opened in 1993, and is state-owned through Senate Properties. The Opera House features two auditoriums, the main auditorium with 1,350, seats and a smaller studio auditorium with 300–500 seats. ()

Local name: Suomen Kansallisooppera ja -baletti Completed: 1993 (31 years ago)Coordinates: 60°10'54"N, 24°55'46"E

Address

Helsinginkatu 58Eteläinen (Taka-Töölö)Helsinki 00260 Finland

Contact

+358 9 40302211

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Olympiastadion, Bolt Arena, Villa Hakasalmi, Helsinki Swimming Stadium.

~1730 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Olympiastadion, Helsinki
9 min walk • The Olympiastadion, located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, stands as an enduring emblem of the country's rich sporting heritage. Constructed as the main venue for the 1952 Summer Olympics, this iconic stadium has since become a focal point for various athletic...
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bolt Arena, Helsinki
12 min walk • The Bolt Arena stands as a modern testament to sports and entertainment in the vibrant city of Helsinki, Finland. This multifunctional stadium, primarily known for its association with football, serves as a home ground to HJK Helsinki and has also welcomed a plethora...
0.5 miS
Museum, Art gallery, History museum
Villa Hakasalmi, Helsinki
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, Villa Hakasalmi stands as a cultural gem and a testament to the city's rich history. This elegant museum, housed in a charming 19th-century villa, offers visitors a glimpse into the life of Helsinki's bourgeoisie during the...
0.5 miN
Watersports, Swimming, Swimming pool
Helsinki Swimming Stadium, Helsinki
14 min walk • Nestled within the verdant landscape of Helsinki, the Helsinki Swimming Stadium stands as a testament to Finland's rich sporting history and love for aquatic activities. Opened in 1947, this outdoor swimming complex was originally constructed for the 1940 Summer...
0.5 miNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Salama Roller Coaster, Helsinki
13 min walk • The Salama Roller Coaster is a thrilling attraction located in the heart of Helsinki, Finland. Known for delivering an adrenaline rush to its riders, this amusement ride is a staple of the city's entertainment scene. With its sharp turns and exhilarating drops, the...
0.4 miS
Convention center, Concert hall
Finlandia Hall, Helsinki
12 min walk • The Finlandia Hall is a congress and event venue in the centre of Helsinki on the Töölönlahti Bay, owned by the City of Helsinki. The building, which was designed by architect Alvar Aalto, was completed in 1971. Every detail in the building is designed by Aalto.
0.5 miNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Tulireki, Helsinki
14 min walk • Tulireki is a roller coaster located at Linnanmäki in Helsinki, Finland. It is Kalevala featured, just like Salama.
~1280 ftSW
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Töölöntori, Helsinki
7 min walk • Töölöntori is an urban square and marketplace in the Töölö district of central Helsinki, Finland. It is bounded in the west by Runeberginkatu and the southern end of Topeliuksenkatu, in the north by Tykistönkatu; Töölöntorinkatu forms its eastern limit, and Sandelsinkatu its southern.
0.5 miNE
Amusement ride, Amusement
Vonkaputous, Helsinki
14 min walk • Vonkaputous was a water roller coaster located at Linnanmäki in Helsinki, Finland.
~130 ftNE
Monuments and statues
The Stone Guest, Helsinki
1 min walk • The Stone Guest is an opera in three acts by Alexander Dargomyzhsky from a libretto taken almost verbatim from Alexander Pushkin's 1830 play of the same name which had been written in blank verse and which forms part of his collection Little Tragedies.
0.5 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Helsinki City Theatre, Helsinki
12 min walk • The Helsinki City Theatre is a theatre located in Helsinki, Finland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Finnish National Opera?

Nearby attractions include The Stone Guest, Helsinki (1 min walk), Hesperian puisto, Helsinki (5 min walk), Töölönlahti, Helsinki (5 min walk), Töölöntori, Helsinki (7 min walk).

How to get to Finnish National Opera by public transport?

The nearest stations to Finnish National Opera:

Bus

Ooppera • Lines: 280, 346, 455, 456, 457, 465, 485, 70, Finnair, Helsinki - Huittinen - Pori, Helsinki - Jyväskylä - Muurame, Helsinki - Kuopio, Helsinki - Mäntsälä - Orimattila, Helsinki - St. Petersburg, Helsinki - Tampere, Lahti - Helsinki, Orimattila-Mäntsälä-Helsinki, pika J:kylä - Heinola - Lahti - (3 min walk)
Töölön kisahalli • Lines: 200, 212, 213, 213N, 231N, 235N, 280, 321, 321N, 322, 332, 345, 345N, 346, 40, 411, 415, 415N, 421, 431, 431N, 435, 436, 436K, 436N, 455, 456, 457, 465, 485, 502, 63, Helsinki - Huittinen - Pori, Helsinki - Tampere, Tampere - Helsinki (7 min walk)

Tram

Ooppera • Lines: 1, 10, 2, 4, 8 (2 min walk)
Kaupunginpuutarha • Lines: 1, 8 (5 min walk)

Metro

Hakaniemi • Lines: M1, M2 (19 min walk)
Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (23 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (21 min walk)
Pasila (30 min walk)

Ferry

Hakaniemi • Lines: Itäinen saaristoreitti (24 min walk)
Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (34 min walk)