Helsinki Olympic Stadium welcomes visitors with tours, tower views and the TAHTO Sports Museum. Check tickets and opening hours before your visit.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium (finnish: Helsingin Olympiastadion) is a symbol of Finland’s sporting spirit and modern design. Just north of the city centre, it welcomes visitors from all over the world.
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The stadium opened in 1938 after four years of construction. It was designed by Yrjö Lindegren and Toivo Jäntti with a focus on function and clean lines. A full renovation in 2005 improved comfort and accessibility for today’s visitors.
Built for the cancelled 1940 Olympics, it later hosted the Games in 1952. Today the site reflects Finland’s modern history and its passion for sport and architecture.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Photos
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Its 72 metre tower offers a sweeping view across Helsinki. The bright facade and clear form make it a favourite photo stop for travellers.
Around 40,000 people can fit inside, making it one of the nation’s top event venues. It has hosted major sports, cultural gatherings and legendary concerts by artists such as U2 and Madonna, drawing huge crowds from Finland and abroad.
A bronze statue of legendary runner Paavo Nurmi stands in front of the stadium. Sculpted by Wäinö Aaltonen and unveiled in 1952, it symbolises Finland’s sporting spirit.
Tickets, Prices and Visiting Tips
If you plan to visit the Helsinki Olympic Stadium, you’ll find all the key details here about tickets, opening hours and guided tour options.
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📅 Visitor Information
Opening Hours 🕒
- Stadium Tower (Mon–Fri): 08:00–21:00
- Stadium Tower (Sat): 10:00–17:00
- Stadium Tower (Sun): 12:00–17:00
- TAHTO Sports Museum (Mon, Tue, Fri): 10:00–18:00
- TAHTO Sports Museum (Wed, Thu): 10:00–19:00
- TAHTO Sports Museum (Sat, Sun): 10:00–17:00
Admission & Tickets 🎫
- Tower ticket (adult): €7.50
- Tower ticket (7–16 / concessions): €4.50
- Joint ticket (TAHTO + Tower): €20 / €14 / €9
- TAHTO museum (adult / concessions / 7–17): €16 / €11 / €6.50
- Under 7s: Free (museum); under 7s free with paying adult for tower
- Free entry with: Helsinki Card, Helsinki City Pass
Additional Notes ℹ️
- Tower access: Elevator + a few stairs; viewing area is outdoors
- Accessibility: No fully accessible route to the tower top
- Tours: Guided tours ~50 minutes; tower visit included afterward
- Start point: All tours and tower visits enter via the Visitor Centre
- Busy times: Evenings offer city lights; weekends draw more visitors
A ticket includes a guided stadium tour, entry to the viewing tower and access to the TAHTO Sports Museum. You can book tickets at the visitor centre or online at lippu.fi.
An owl named Bubi became “Helsinkian of the Year” in 2007 after perching on the goalpost during a football match and turning into a local celebrity.
Tours take you behind the scenes, through stands, tunnels and historic areas. The museum offers multimedia exhibitions on Finnish sport and culture. Anyone interested in sport, design or city history will find a memorable visit here.
The stadium tower’s height matches the gold-winning throw of Matti Järvinen. Built to honour his 72.71-metre javelin throw at the 1932 Olympics, it offers sweeping city views today.
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Map & Contact Information
CONTACT
Address:
Paavo Nurmen tie 1, 00250 Helsinki, Finland
Phone:
+358 50 3431619
Website:
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