Public walking tours in Jyväskylä
Visit Jyväskylä Region organizes guided public tours in Jyväskylä during the summer season. Led by knowledgeable local guides, it’s easy to explore Jyväskylä and its key attractions.
These tours are in English. For Finnish tours, please see here.
PRICES AND TICKETS
Buy tickets: Online Store of the City of Jyväskylä.
Ticket price: 10 € / person
Please note, that the tickets must be purchased before-hand and are non-refundable.
TOUR SCHEDULES 2025
Tue 15.7.2025 at 18
Sat 19.7.2025 at 14
Tue 22.7.2025 at 18
Sat 26.7.2025 at 14
Tue 5.8.2025 at 18
Sat 9.8.2025 at 14
Tue 12.8.2025 at 18
Sat 16.8.2025 at 14
TOUR DESCRIPTIONS AND INFO
Europe’s Coolest City Walking Tour
Named one of Europe’s coolest destinations by The Sunday Times, Jyväskylä invites you to explore its vibrant charm. Join a guided walking tour of this modern university city, birthplace of the famous Finnish education system. Learn about the world-renowned architect Alvar Aalto, and visit the venue of the annual World Rally Championship race. The tour ends at the harbour, a vibrant hub for locals, offering cozy restaurants and space for relaxation or picnics by Lake Jyväsjärvi.
Starting point: In front of the Tourist Office, Asemakatu 7, 40100 Jyväskylä
Duration: 1,5 hours
Language: English
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