It is a city that you will love from the first moment. All guests will be satisfied. Lovers of nature, games, history, culture and entertainment will have the opportunity to have a great time. It dates from the Stone Age and there are important monuments from the Comb Ceramic culture in Vandaa. Over the centuries it became a city – monument. It is only 30 minutes away from Helsinki.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +358
Nearest airports from city center: Helsinki Airport (10km), Tallinn Airport (109km, 4 hours by ferry), Turku Airport (174km), Tampere Airport (182km), Kuopio Airport (393km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** HEUREKA (Tiedepuisto 1, 01300 Vantaa)
It is a science center and the aim is to develop the methods used to teach science and scientific concepts. The name of the science center comes from the Greek exclamation, uttered by Archimedes, an ancient Greek physicist, astronomer, inventor and mathematician.
*** VANTAA CITY MUSEUM (Hertaksentie 1, 01300 Vantaa)
It includes exhibits and exhibitions related to the history and culture of the Vantaa region.
*** FINNISH AVIATION MUSEUM (Karhumäentie 12, 01530 Vantaa)
It opened in 1972 and has about 80 aircraft of all types. Browse the grounds and view thousands of aviation-related artifacts, photographs, books and magazines.
*** VANTAA ART MUSEUM (Paalutori 3, 01600 Vantaa)
If you are a lover of contemporary art, then you are in the right place. See street, graffiti and performance art alongside other activities.
*** ALEKSIS KIVI MUSEO (Palojoentie 271, 01940 Nurmijärvi)
At a distance of 25 minutes from the city center you can go to the house where the national writer of Finland, Aleksis Kivi, lived and which was built in 1824. You will find furniture and objects from the 19th century.
*** VANTAA AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM (Nybackankuja 2, 01670 Vantaa)
If you want to travel back in time and be transported to the colorful history of the old parish of Helsinge, then you are in the right place. See exhibits about the way of life of the farmers of earlier years.
*** LOTTA MUSEUM (Rantatie 39, 04310 Tuusula)
It is a space where you will have the opportunity to see the work of the women’s auxiliary Lotta Svärd (1921-1944). It is about 20 minutes away from Vantaa city center.
*** MYYRMANNI
It is a shopping center that dates back to the early 1990s and is one of the busiest parts of the city. You will find over 90 shops in this special area.
*** HELSINGE PARISH MUSEUM (Kirkkotie, 01510 Vantaa)
It is housed in a granary and is next to the 15th century Helsinge Parish Church. Here you will find farm items and handicrafts.
*** CHURCH OF ST. LAWRENCE (Kirkkotie 45, 01510 Vantaa)
It dates from 1450 and is the oldest building in the city. It is the main church of Tikkurila parish and is of neo-Gothic architecture.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** We would recommend you to visit the Fazer Experience Visitor Center for a unique experience.
*** If you have time, then definitely visit Helsinki which is about half an hour away from the city center.
*** If you visit Helsinki, then your first stop should be at the imposing Helsinki Cathedral.
*** Mustavuori Nature Preserve is one of the most beautiful protected areas and ideal for nature lovers.
FOOD AND DRINK
Vantaa is a culinary paradise! Try the dishes with traditional recipes that include, salmon, herring, various fish and reindeer. Order Kaalikääryleet (Cabbage Rolls), Poronkäristys, Karjalanpiirakka and Mustikkapiirakka pies among others, while don’t forget to eat Lohikeitto which is salmon soup. You should definitely try other soups. We would also recommend that you give arctic forest berries a try. Accompany your meal with the lagin culta blonde beer, Konskenkorva. Also try Finnish vodka and liqueurs. Finally, Vantaa has many restaurants with cuisines from all over the world, from Asia and America to Africa, Latin America, Mediterranean, Turkish and all over Europe.
WHERE TO STAY
Some may prefer to stay in Helsinki. But Vantaa also has many hotels and apartments for your stay, either in the center or at a distance of 5 km from the center. You will find options with many prices.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Porttipuisto Shopping is ideal for your shopping.
*** Shopping Center Jumbo – Flamingo is yet another place for your shopping.
*** Shopping Center Dixi, Kauppakeskus Tikkuri and Porttipuiston Liikekeskus are three more places to do your shopping.
*** If you like speed and karts, then visit VM Karting Center.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike, by bus or by train.
CITIES NEAR VANTAA
Major cities close to Vantaa are Helsinki (19km), Espoo (28km), Lahti (93km), Tallinn (117km, 4 hours by ferry), Turku (172km), Tampere (174km).
