Käpylä, Helsinki

#288 among attractions in Helsinki

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Käpylä is a neighbourhood of Helsinki with 7,600 inhabitants. Administratively speaking, Käpylä is a part of the Vanhakaupunki district. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 60°12'56"N, 24°57'10"E

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Keskinen (Vanhakaupunki)Helsinki Finland

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

Nearby attractions include: Hartwall Areena, Kumpulan maauimala, Museum of Technology, Mäkelänrinteen uimahalli.

1.1 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hartwall Areena, Helsinki
28 min walk • Hartwall Areena, known for its dynamic presence in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, is a premier destination for sports enthusiasts and event-goers alike. Established in 1997, this multifunctional indoor arena has become a central hub for entertainment, hosting an array...
0.5 miS
Water park, Amusement, Swimming
Kumpulan maauimala, Helsinki
14 min walk • Kumpulan maauimala is Helsinki's aquatic gem, a water park that offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Nestled within Finland's vibrant capital, this family-friendly attraction is a favorite among locals and tourists seeking fun...
1 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Museum of Technology, Helsinki
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, the Museum of Technology stands as a testament to Finland's rich history of innovation and engineering prowess. This institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the evolution of technology and industry in the nation.
1.1 miS
60°11'59"N • 24°56'53"E
Mäkelänrinteen uimahalli, Helsinki
29 min walk • Watersports, Swimming, Swimming pool
1.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mall of Tripla, Helsinki
36 min walk • The Mall of Tripla is a shopping mall in Keski-Pasila, Helsinki, Finland. The mall, along with a rebuilt railway station, opened on 17 October 2019.
1.2 miS
Modernist architecture
Asemapäällikönhovi, Helsinki
31 min walk • The Asemapäällikönhovi building is a mixed-use complex located at Asemapäällikönkatu 3, in the Eastern Pasila area of the district of Pasila in Helsinki, Finland. The building was designed by architect Eino Tuompo in the Brutalist style, and completed in 1976. It has received acclaim for its bold architecture.
1 miSW
Civic center, Convention center, Event space
Messukeskus, Helsinki
27 min walk • Messukeskus Helsinki, Expo and Convention Centre is the biggest and best-known convention center in Finland. It is located in the capital city of Helsinki, in the district of Pasila, a short walk northwards from the Pasila railway station.
1.3 miSW
Tower
Yle, Helsinki
33 min walk • Pasilan linkkitorni, also known as Yle Transmission Tower, is a 146-metre high TV tower in Pasila, Helsinki. Pasilan linkkitorni was built in 1983 and has at a height of 112 metres rooms with technical equipment.
0.4 miSW
Modernist architecture
Serpentine House, Helsinki
11 min walk • Serpentine House is a modernist apartment building complex on Mäkelänkatu in the Käpylä district of Helsinki, Finland. The complex was designed by Yrjö Lindegren and opened in 1952.
1.3 miNW
Vast urban park with forests and trails
Central Park, Helsinki
33 min walk • Central Park is a park in Helsinki, Finland. It has an area of 10 square kilometres. The park stretches 10 kilometres from Töölönlahti Bay in the south to the border of Helsinki and Vantaa in the north.
0.4 miS
Park, Garden
Kumpula Allotment Garden, Helsinki
12 min walk • The Kumpula Allotment Garden, located at Kalervonkatu 1a in Kumpula and established in 1927, is the second oldest allotment garden in Helsinki, Finland. The garden has 268 allotments with an average size of 300 m². This area is culturally and historically valuable. From May 1 to September 15, the garden is open to the public from 7 a.m.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Käpylä?

Nearby attractions include Serpentine House, Helsinki (11 min walk), Kumpula Allotment Garden, Helsinki (12 min walk), Koskela, Helsinki (15 min walk), Kumpula, Helsinki (16 min walk).

How to get to Käpylä by public transport?

The nearest stations to Käpylä:

Tram

Pohjolanaukio • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Metsolantie • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)

Bus

Käpylän paloasema • Lines: 56, 69 (4 min walk)
Väinölänkuja • Lines: 56, 65, 69 (6 min walk)

Train

Käpylä (10 min walk)
Oulunkylä (25 min walk)