Free tour

Free walking tour in the center of Tampere

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Tampere

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English and Spanish

Guru: Maiju

Registered on 11 July 2021

Hi everyone! I am a genuine native of Tampere. I've also travelled a lot and participated in many freetours so I thought hey, why not organize them too! Tampere may not have thousands of years of history, but it is a sympathetic and beautiful city. Welcome to visit!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Welcome to the heart of Tampere, Finland's vibrant city known for its rich industrial heritage and lively cultural scene! This guided walking tour gives you insight about the city center's most iconic landmarks. Starting at the Central Square, you'll be led through the charming streets, exploring historic sites such as the Finlayson area, once a major textile factory, now a bustling center for restaurants, museums and entertainment.

As we stroll along the Tammerkoski rapids, a nationally recognized cultural heritage site, you'll hear stories that bring the past to life, highlighting how this power source helped shape Tampere into a major industrial city.

This walking tour will offer you a rich taste of Finnish culture, history, and modern vitality.

Our 2 hours route will take you through Tampere's essential sights:
Keskustori
Koskipuisto
Hämeensilta
Tampere Cathedral
Finlayson area
Milavida
Hämeenpuisto
Laukontori

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Fountain at the Central Square, Keskustori 10, 33210 Tampere, Finland

I will be near the fountain in the main square holding a black umbrella.

Outside visit

Keskustori

Main buildings of the Central Square

Outside visit

Koskipuisto

National Landscape: factory buildings along Tammerkoski rapid

Outside visit

Hämeensilta

Hämeensilta statues

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).