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Espoo (/ ˈɛspoʊ /, [ 8 ]Finnish: [ˈespoː]; Swedish: Esbo) [ c ] is a city in Finland. It is located to the west of the capital, Helsinki, in southern Uusimaa. The population is approximately 319,000. It is the 2nd most populous municipality in Finland. Espoo is part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area, which has approximately 1.6 million inhabitants.
Espoo has much to offer visitors who enjoy the sea – there is 58 kilometres of shoreline in the municipality, and some 165 islands in the archipelago to explore surrounded by waters that are perfect for fishing and boating, whether in a kayak or canoe or a larger craft.
Espoo offers a mix of modern city life and peaceful nature just a few kilometres from Helsinki. It’s known for its vast natural areas, which include seashores, islands, nature preserves and lake-filled highlands.
Enter Finland in miniature - welcome to Espoo. Here you can find stunning outdoors at Nuuksio National Park, 165 Baltic Sea islands, 95 beautiful lakes, 40km of the Waterfront Walkway, delicious cuisine, lovely people, hidden gem architecture, innovation hubs, and fascinating events!
Whether staying a couple of hours or weeks in Espoo, you can always find unique sights, attractions, and stories behind them. From modern art exhibitions and the world-known Alvar Aalto architecture over Finnish design and innovations to the beauty of Finnish nature and human well-being.
We put together a TOP50 list based on the suggestions of the followers of Visit Espoo social media channels, in other words, the best Espoo experts and visitors to Espoo. The list provides options for day trip destinations or even after-work activities.
Espoo, city, southern Finland, just west of Helsinki, in a region of broad, flat valleys covered with low clay hills. It is located in an area that has been inhabited since 3500 bc. The city has railway connections to Helsinki and the remainder of Finland.
Espoo is a city where science, business, and culture meet the wilderness of vast natural areas and stunning seaside environment. Right next to capital Helsinki.
Espoo is the second largest city in Finland and is located next to the capital city of Helsinki. The transport connections from the airport and the centre of Helsinki to Espoo are excellent. Espoo is a centre of international company headquarters and high-technology businesses.
Espoo is the second largest city in Finland and is located next to the capital city of Helsinki. The transport connections from the airport and the centre of Helsinki to Espoo are excellent. Logistics, geography and rails
