Finlandia Hall

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Finlandia Hall is Alvar Aalto's masterpiece. Photo by: Pete Laakso
Finlandia Hall is Alvar Aalto's masterpiece. Photo by: Pete Laakso
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Finlandia Hall is one the most important architectural attractions in Helsinki. Alvar Aalto’s design was finished in 1971 in its beautiful central location by the Töölö Bay.

As the name indicates, Finlandia Hall was designed to be a symbol for Finland. Aalto originally made plans for the whole Töölö Bay area in 1962. Aalto designed Finlandia Hall, like many of his buildings, as a complete work of art including the interior. The lights, door handles, chairs and other furniture were designed by Aalto and his architect bureau. They constitute an essential part of the full masterpiece known as Finlandia Hall and definitely make the inside of the building worth a visit as well.

The newly renovated Finlandia Hall opened its doors in January 2025, offering a unique blend of Finnish architecture, design, and culinary delights. This iconic building has been transformed into an inspiring event venue where history meets modern innovation in a truly captivating way.

The refreshed Finlandia Hall features a variety of new services and experiences for visitors to enjoy.

In Finlandia Café & Wine, you can enjoy a tasty breakfast, a generous soup lunch and a lovely brunch on Saturdays.

For evening dining, our cosy and high quality restaurant Finlandia Bistro is mainly open by reservation or in connection with events at Finlandia Hall.

Next to the café in the main building, Finlandia Shop offers a selection of design products and high quality everyday items for the home.

Visitors can also stay in the unique Finlandia Homes apartments, which offer a cosy and high quality overnight experience in a setting designed by Alvar Aalto. The restored apartments bring architecture and design into the heart of your visit in central Helsinki.

Visions of Alvar Aalto, Finlandia Exhibition and events for every taste

Finlandia Hall’s permanent major exhibition takes visitors on an inspiring journey into the sources of creativity of Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto and into the heart of Finnish identity. This story driven exhibition presents creativity, Finnishness and humanity in a new way through the lives and works of the Aaltos, key moments in Finnish history and the Finnish relationship with forests and nature. The exhibition opens up new perspectives on the Aaltos’ achievements and their impact on Finnish architecture, design and international networks. Visions of Alvar Aalto, Finlandia Exhibition brings the Aaltos’ legacy to life as a multisensory experience that combines light, nature, functionality and human relationships. The exhibition is generally open during Finlandia Hall’s regular opening hours.

Finlandia Hall’s event calendar is also filled with a wide variety of cultural experiences, including concerts, musicals, theatre and dance. The building’s legendary spaces provide a memorable setting for both large and small events.

Take a step into architecturally engaging experiences where only imagination sets the limits. Discover unique event spaces on the shore of Töölönlahti Bay. Welcome to unforgettable experiences at Finlandia Hall.

Congress wing of Finlandia Hall. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Congress wing of Finlandia Hall. Photo: Finlandia Hall
The Finlandia Hall main auditorium the crown jewel, a space where Alvar Aalto’s vision has been realized to the fullest. Photo: Finlandia Hall
The Finlandia Hall main auditorium the crown jewel, a space where Alvar Aalto’s vision has been realized to the fullest. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Lobby of Finlandia Hall. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Lobby of Finlandia Hall. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Visions of Alvar Aalto – Finlandia Exhibition. Photo: Kusti Manninen
Visions of Alvar Aalto – Finlandia Exhibition. Photo: Kusti Manninen
Visions of Aalto - Finlandia-exhibition. Photo: Jonna Monola
Visions of Aalto - Finlandia-exhibition. Photo: Jonna Monola
Finlandia Bistro. Photo: Jonna Monola
Finlandia Bistro. Photo: Jonna Monola
Finlandia Shop. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Finlandia Shop. Photo: Finlandia Hall
Finlandia Home; Elissa living room. Photo: Riikka Kantinkoski
Finlandia Home; Elissa living room. Photo: Riikka Kantinkoski

Finlandia Hall

Address

Mannerheimintie 13 E, 00100 Helsinki, Suomi

Phone

+358 9 40241

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