Leisure in Tampere

Tampere City Libraries are a great meeting point and relaxing place for everyone. There are books in over 100 languages, free internet, music, games and spaces for work and study. Occasionally, the libraries also organise events you can participate in. Find out more about Tampere’s city library locations and services at Libraries.

You will need a library card to access the library services, find out how to apply here: Library card.

Finns are very active all year long no matter what season or type of weather.  When it comes to sports and outdoor activities, we want to ensure that movement opportunities are available for everyone.  Participating in sports and physical activities are also a great way to build community and connect with new friends.

There are numerous indoor facilities that are owned and managed by the city, such as swimming halls, ice skating halls, gyms, indoor sports halls, etc. The city also owns and manages outdoor facilities such as frisbee golf courses, skateparks, outdoor ice rinks, ski trails, athletic fields, and much, much more.

These facilities are open for everyone to use, including sports clubs, associations and groups.  Some are free to use and some have an affordable fee.  Find out more about locations and facilities at Sports and exercise facilities.

Top Tip: If you are employed here in Tampere, your employer may give you sports and culture benefits, which you can use to buy services throughout the whole country of Finland.  These benefits could go towards travel passes, sauna passes, museum cards, massages, and many other benefits for physical and emotional well-being.

The Tampere region is home to some interesting museums including the famous Moomin museum, an ice hockey hall of fame, and various classic car museums.  We also have numerous art museums and galleries, a video game museum, and a children's cultural centre.  A more detailed list can be found at the Visit Tampere page for museums and culture.

For museum lovers, you can also purchase a museum card - Find museums along your route! - Museot.fi which gives you access to over 300 museums around Finland for over a year. 

Tampere offers different kinds of activities for children and families such as workshops, clubs, exhibitions and many more. Find out more at Culture for children and families with children.

For children, places such as Children’s Cultural Centre Rulla, are filled with arts, creative activities, events and workshops for the whole family.

A network for those who want to choose both a family and career.  Currently has over 4000 volunteers throughout Finland, volunteering is possible according to own resources and availability alongside other duties and family life. International mothers in business (mothersinbusiness.fi)

An opportunity to share knowledge and empower community members to help each other grow and get visibility.  Training, workshops, events, networking, mentoring and coaching. International Working Women of Finland(iwwof.com) 

An app that brings together people who offer/request help from others.  For international and local communities (individuals, associations, NGOs and companies). Ask for help and give help (commuapp.fi)

A non-profit association dedicated to building a community where both internationals and locals can thrive together.  Offers activities, networking, opportunities, etc. Bloom ry (bloomtogether.fi) 

Register your details to the Volunteer Database if you’re interested in volunteering at major events in the city.  You will be informed of upcoming events such as music concerts, congresses or sports competitions. Volunteer Database tampere.fi.