Tapiola Central Pool, Espoo

Day trip from Helsinki: Tapiola, Espoo

Advertisement with Visit Espoo.  There are so many lovely places to visit in Helsinki and the surrounding area and one of my favourites is to spend a day in neighbouring Tapiola.  With the opening of the western extension of the metro it's now possible to reach Tapiola from the city centre in only 15 minutes.  …

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Tapiola lake, Espoo, Finland

Day 2. Tapiola, Espoo’s Garden City

A leisurely start to the day after arriving here late last night.  Waking to warm sunshine after so many cold days at home was just what was needed.  Our holiday home overlooks a sheltered bay where the air is fresh and all around it's so peaceful and green.  I call it my 'summer paradise' as …

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Futuro House, WeeGee, Tapiola, Finland

Day 15. The WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Tapiola, Espoo

A stroll by the sea into Tapiola and a visit to the WeeGee Exhibition Centre which includes four museums, a cafe and museum shop.  Entrance is €12 but is free each Friday between 5.00 pm and 7.00 p.m.  The WeeGee building was constructed in the 1960's for the Finnish printing company Weilin and Göös as their …

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