Guided Tour for Groups: Craft Punk

Experience the Craft Punk exhibition by Juha Vehmaanperä with a knowledgeable museum guide. The guided tour offers a deeper insight into the exhibition and its key themes through selected works chosen by the guide. There is also time for questions and discussion during the tour.

Juha Vehmaanperä (b. 1993) is a Helsinki-based knitwear artist working at the intersection of fashion and craft. Vehmaanperä holds a Master of Arts degree from Aalto University’s Fashion, Clothing and Textile Design programme, and his knitwear has received international recognition. In November 2025, Vehmaanperä was awarded the Taito Finlandia Prize.

Craft Punk is Vehmaanperä’s first major solo exhibition, bringing together his fashion collections from the past ten years.

Duration: 45 minutes
Target groups: Lower secondary and upper secondary school groups, rehabilitation* groups, adult groups
Format: On site at the museum, Korkeavuorenkatu 23 (former Design Museum)
Languages: Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, Easy Finnish (audio-described guided tour in Finnish available from 15 January 2025)
Price: Mon–Fri €110 (incl. VAT) + admission tickets, Sat–Sun €220 (incl. VAT) + admission tickets
Price for school groups and rehabilitation groups:* Weekdays €60 / group (incl. VAT)

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Booking terms and contact information

Please book your service well in advance, at least two weeks before your preferred date. Cancellations must be made no later than three days (72 hours) before the scheduled time. The full price will be charged for cancellations made too late or not made at all. You may reschedule your booking up to three days (72 hours) before the confirmed time.

The booking is considered preliminary until confirmed. We will assign a staff member to your booking and then send you a confirmation by email. Please also check your spam folder!

If you have questions about your booking, please contact us at info@admuseo.fi. You can also call our group booking number at +358 50 360 3795 on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 12:00.

Information for educational groups

Book a guided tour, workshop or walking tour for your educational group to enrich the learning experience. Our guided services and workshops are suitable for early childhood education groups, preschools, primary and secondary schools, upper secondary schools and other secondary-level institutions. Each group is met at an age-appropriate level. Please let us know your wishes when booking, so we can offer a service that best suits your group.

*Discounted service prices for rehabilitation and equivalent groups

Rehabilitation and other equivalent groups* can book Architecture and Design Museum services—such as guided tours, workshops and architecture walks—at a reduced rate.

*This applies to social, health and welfare sector organizations and third-sector actors that provide support related to mental health, peer activities, employment or integration. The discount is intended for groups that benefit from lower service prices.

The museum is a versatile learning environment that supports curriculum goals. Architecture and design fit well across multiple subjects and are ideal for interdisciplinary and phenomenon-based learning in early childhood and basic education.

We offer guided tours for educational groups in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, in plain language and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish and English. Architecture walks are available in Finnish and English.

The maximum size for a guided group is 25 people. However, educational groups with supervisors may participate as one group, even if the group size slightly exceeds the limit.

Aalto in Helsinki – Light, Copper & Human Modernism

Alvar Aalto’s distinctive architectural language is a defining part of Helsinki’s cityscape.

This architecture walk explores Aalto’s human-centred modernism through buildings ranging from Finlandia Hall to Rautatalo and the Academic Bookstore. What makes Aalto’s work timeless and iconic? The tour reveals how architecture, materials and human scale come together in Aalto’s Helsinki.

Join us to discover Alvar Aalto’s architecture in Helsinki!

The architecture walks are scripted by experts from the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki and guided by museum guides with in-depth knowledge of the tour themes. The tours are part of the 2026 summer season programme, offering open architecture walks to some of Helsinki’s most fascinating sites. You can also book this tour for your own group.

Participation

A place on the architecture walk must be reserved in advance via our event platform. Tickets are paid online in advance, and registration is binding. Please present your booking confirmation (received by email) to the guide before the tour begins.

Duration: approx. 90 minutes
Price: €15 / person
Price for groups: Mon–Sat 200 € / group (includes VAT), Sun 300 € / group (includes VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)
Max group size: max. 25 henkilöä
Languages: Tours are available in Finnish, English and Russian

Tour details: The walk begins in front of Finlandia Hall, on the Mannerheimintie side (Mannerheimintie 13 e, 00100 Helsinki), and ends at the final destination in central Helsinki. The duration of the walk is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

Payment: The participation fee must be paid via online registration no later than the day before the tour. Payments are accepted only through our online event platform; on-site payment is not possible.

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Accessibility

The guide uses a microphone to support audibility.

The total walking distance is approximately 3 kilometres. At the beginning of the walk, we use the stairs located beside Finlandia Hall; however, these can be bypassed via the park along a sloped path if needed. Along the route, there are some non-lowered curbs as well as uneven terrain with changes in elevation. The pace of the walk is unhurried and includes several stops. There are no easily accessible benches or seating along the route, but you are welcome to bring a portable seat if needed.

The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public toilet is located at Helsinki Central Library Oodi (Töölönlahdenkatu 4, 00100 Helsinki).

Further information

Museum customer service: info@admuseo.fi
During opening hours, you can also call: +358 9 6220 540

Photo: Tuomas Uusheimo

Walking Tour for Groups: Helsinki Care and Repair

Delve into the architecture and urban landscape of Helsinki through the lens of maintenance, repair, and societal change. This guided walk through the city centre examines how Helsinki is cared for and adapted over time. Along the route, you’ll explore current infrastructure projects as well as landmark buildings that have undergone major renovations or changes in use.

What kinds of historical layers lie beneath the ever-evolving urban fabric? What decisions are made between preservation and demolition? How is the built environment maintained, repaired, and nurtured?

The walk begins at the Architecture and Design Museum’s Building D (Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki) and ends in Kaisaniemi Park. Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Architecture and Design Museum, Building D (former Design Museum building), Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Kaisaniemi Park (00100 Helsinki)

The walk lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, and the total route length is about 2 kilometers. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The architecture walk takes place primarily outdoors in public urban space, where participants may encounter strong sensory stimuli such as large crowds, busy traffic, street dust, noise, or strong odors. There is limited shade along the route. The path includes non-leveled sidewalk edges, cobblestone sections, and areas with uneven terrain and changes in elevation. Some parts of the route are narrow, and there are short stretches of gravel path.

Although most of the walk takes place outdoors, some segments go through indoor spaces. These indoor areas include a total of three staircases, each with approximately 6–8 steps. The guides are prepared to assist participants in finding more accessible indoor routes to avoid stairs whenever possible.

The pace of the tour is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

We recommend dressing according to the weather. On hot and sunny days, please bring water and sun protection.

The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public restroom is located at the starting point, inside the Architecture and Design Museum’s Building D (former Design Museum building, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki).

Please note that Architecture and Design Museum’s Building D is not fully accessible. The museum is committed to safer space principles, which apply to all activities and interactions.

Walking Tour for Groups: Eliel Saarinen’s Helsinki

Dive into the architecture and built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary societal themes.

This walk explores the diverse works of Eliel Gottlieb Saarinen (1873–1950), a renowned Finnish architect whose National Romantic designs remain some of Finland’s most iconic. Discover Saarinen’s architectural legacy in the heart of Helsinki.

The walk starts at the Architecture and Design Museum’s Building D (Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki) and ends at the final stop, Helsinki Central Railway Station (Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki). Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

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Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Architecture and Design Museum, Building D, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Helsinki Central Railway Station, Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki

The architecture walk takes place outdoors in public urban space and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 3–4 kilometers long. The route is designed to avoid stairs and unnecessary steps in the urban environment. However, please note that the path includes non-leveled sidewalk edges and some uneven terrain with changes in elevation.

The pace of the tour is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public restroom is located at the starting point, inside the Architecture and Design Museum’s Building D (Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki).

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Walking Tour for Groups: Wooden Käpylä

Explore architecture and the built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary social phenomena.

This walk takes you to Wooden Käpylä area, where the English garden city ideal meets Finnish wooden urban traditions in the spirit of the 1920s. What unique characteristics did the “looser zoning plan” allow? Which elements anticipated modernism in Wooden Käpylä’s construction? And why did the fate of this now highly valued residential area hang in the balance during the 1960s?

The walk begins at Pohjolanaukio (00610 Helsinki) and ends at the final destination, Sampsantie 22, 00610 Helsinki. Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

Events Calendar
Booking for Groups Booking for Teaching Groups Booking for Rehabilitation Groups

Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Pohjolanaukio, 00610 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Sampsantie 22, 00610 Helsinki

The architecture walk takes place outdoors in public urban space and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 1.1 kilometers long. The route is designed to avoid stairs and unnecessary steps in the urban environment. However, please note that the path includes non-leveled sidewalk edges and some uneven terrain with changes in elevation.

The pace of the tour is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest accessible public restroom is located at Käpylä Library (Väinölänkatu 5, 00610 Helsinki).

Safer Space Principles

Questions about your booking?

Walking Tour for Groups: Vallila’s Working Class roots and ideas

Explore architecture and the built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary societal themes.

This walk introduces Vallila, a residential area built in the 1920s for the working class. What needs and ideals of the era sparked its development? What new solutions did the planners seek to improve living conditions for workers? And why did the idyllic Wooden Vallila (“Puu-Vallila”) ultimately “fail” in relation to its original expectations?

The walk starts at Roineen Park (Roineentie 5, 00550 Helsinki) and ends at the final stop, Paavali Church (Sammatintie 5, 00550 Helsinki). Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

Events Calendar
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Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Roineen Park, Roineentie 5, 00550 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Paavali Church, Sammatintie 5, 00550 Helsinki

The walk takes place outdoors in public urban space and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 1.6 kilometers long. The route is designed to avoid stairs and unnecessary steps in the urban environment. However, please note that the path includes non-leveled sidewalk edges and some uneven terrain with changes in elevation.

The pace of the tour is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest accessible public restroom is located at Vallila Library (Päijänteentie 5, 00550 Helsinki).

Safer Space Principles

Questions about your booking?

Walking tour: 1970s architecture in Vuosaari

Vuosaari, Helsinki’s largest district, has seen its architecture and urban planning evolve with each passing decade. This walking tour explores Vuosaari through the lens of the 1970s. While the area is often viewed as a typical 1960s forest suburb, it also features intriguing examples of 1970s architecture and reflects changing ideals in urban design. This tour focused on suburban themes also asks: how are the societal shifts of the 1970s still present in the built environment—and how do they resonate today?

Join us to explore 1970s Vuosaari beyond the surface.

The tour is written by the experts at the Architecture & Design Museum Helsinki and guided by museum educators familiar with the theme. It is part of the museum’s 2025 summer series of architecture walking tours through some of Helsinki’s most intriguing residential areas.

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Tour details

Start: Main entrance of Vuotalo, Mosaiikkitori 2, Helsinki
End: Merikorttikuja 6, Helsinki
Length: approx. 2 km (one way)
Duration: approx. 75 minutes
Group size: max. 25 participants
The guide uses a voice amplifier to support audibility. The tour takes place entirely outdoors.

Accessibility

The walking route is paved and crosses streets with lowered curbs. There are some gentle or moderately steep slopes along the way, but no stairs. The stops do not include seating areas, but you are welcome to bring a portable chair.

The nearest public toilet is at the tour’s starting point, Vuotalo. There is also an accessible unisex toilet. Entry is accessible with an automatic door button. The accessible toilet is locked and can be opened upon request at the info desk or café.

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Booking terms and contact information

Please book your service well in advance, at least two weeks before your preferred date. Cancellations must be made no later than three days (72 hours) before the scheduled time. The full price will be charged for cancellations made too late or not made at all. You may reschedule your booking up to three days (72 hours) before the confirmed time.

The booking is considered preliminary until confirmed. We will assign a staff member to your booking and then send you a confirmation by email. Please also check your spam folder!

If you have questions about your booking, please contact us at info@admuseo.fi. You can also call our group booking number at +358 50 360 3795 on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 12:00.

Information for educational groups

Book a guided tour, workshop or walking tour for your educational group to enrich the learning experience. Our guided services and workshops are suitable for early childhood education groups, preschools, primary and secondary schools, upper secondary schools and other secondary-level institutions. Each group is met at an age-appropriate level. Please let us know your wishes when booking, so we can offer a service that best suits your group.

*Discounted service prices for rehabilitation and equivalent groups

Rehabilitation and other equivalent groups* can book Architecture and Design Museum services—such as guided tours, workshops and architecture walks—at a reduced rate.

*This applies to social, health and welfare sector organizations and third-sector actors that provide support related to mental health, peer activities, employment or integration. The discount is intended for groups that benefit from lower service prices.

The museum is a versatile learning environment that supports curriculum goals. Architecture and design fit well across multiple subjects and are ideal for interdisciplinary and phenomenon-based learning in early childhood and basic education.

We offer guided tours for educational groups in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, in plain language and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish and English. Architecture walks are available in Finnish and English.

The maximum size for a guided group is 25 people. However, educational groups with supervisors may participate as one group, even if the group size slightly exceeds the limit.

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Walking Tour for Groups: 1970s Urban Utopias in Itä-Pasila

Explore architecture and the built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary societal themes.

This walk through East Pasila takes visitors into a neighbourhood that stands as a prime example of utopian urban planning from the 1970s. Designed as a “compact city,” East Pasila aimed to promote community and centralise services for easy access. The walk highlights the area’s distinctive concrete-heavy design and considers how the ideals of 1970s planning have stood the test of time—and how they continue to shape the area’s development today.

The walk starts at Rauhanasema (Veturitori 3, Helsinki) and ends at Junailijanaukio. Duration: approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Duration: 75 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

Events Calendar
Booking for Groups Booking for Teaching Groups Booking for Rehabilitation Groups

Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
In front of Rauhanasema, Veturitori 3, Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Junailijanaukio, Helsinki

The walk takes place outdoors. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 1 kilometer one way. The final stop is at Junailijanaukio, about 300 meters from Pasila Station.

The route follows paved and variously tiled pedestrian paths. At the starting point, the terrain also includes some gravel surfaces. Sidewalk edges at crossings are lowered. The route includes several long gentle or moderately steep inclines and declines. There is one staircase along the route with 14 steps, a landing, and handrails. A ramp is also available alongside the stairs, and it is possible to take an alternate route to avoid them.

There are no seating areas at the stops along the walk. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest public restroom is located near the starting point at Pasila Library (Kellosilta 9, Helsinki), on both the ground floor and 2nd floor. The accessible restroom is on the 2nd floor and is gender-neutral; other restrooms are binary gendered.

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Questions about your booking?

Walking Tour for Groups: Architecture of Lauttasaari

Explore architecture and the built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary societal themes.

This architecture walk takes you to Lauttasaari, a seaside district developed since the 1940s into one of Helsinki’s most sought-after residential areas. The tour focuses on the contribution of women architects to Lauttasaari’s built environment and examines the post-war innovations in construction techniques and standardisation that shaped Finnish housing. The walk highlights architecture from the 1940s to the 1960s.

The walk begins and ends at Lauttasaari metro station, at the entrance located at the end of Otavantie (00200 Helsinki). Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

Events Calendar
Booking for Groups Booking for Teaching Groups Booking for Rehabilitation Groups

Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Lauttasaari metro station, entrance at the end of Otavantie, 00200 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Lauttasaari metro station, 00200 Helsinki

The walk takes place outdoors in public urban space and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 4 kilometers long. The route includes a staircase near Lauttasaari Church, non-leveled sidewalk edges, and some uneven terrain with changes in elevation. The walk also briefly follows a level, sandy path along the waterfront.

The pace of the tour is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating areas along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest accessible public restroom is located at the starting point, inside the Lauttis shopping centre (Lauttasaarentie 28, 1st floor).

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Walking Tour for Groups: Modern Helsinki

Explore architecture and the built environment through the lens of historical and contemporary societal themes.

The Helsinki Modern architecture walk examines aesthetics, materials, and the societal conditions that shaped the development of modern architecture in Helsinki from the 1930s through to 2018. Along the way, you’ll discover fascinating office buildings, department stores, educational facilities, and other public buildings in the city centre.
Photo: F.E. Fremling, Finnish Heritage Agency

The walk starts at the Architecture and Design Museum’s D-building (former Design Museum building, Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki) and ends at a final destination in the heart of Helsinki. Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: Finnish and English
Group size: Maximum 25 participants

Prices: Mon–Sat: €200 / group (incl. VAT), Sundays: €300 / group (incl. VAT)
Discounted price for school groups and rehabilitation groups (weekdays): €100 / group (incl. VAT)

These guided walks are ideal for adult groups and school groups alike from primary school to upper secondary and vocational students.

Our architecture walks are designed by experts from the Museum of Architecture and Design and led by trained guides who specialize in the tour themes.

During the summer season, we also offer public walking tours open to individuals. These are listed in our events calendar.

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Booking Terms and Contact Information

Please book your group’s tour well in advance – at least two weeks before your desired date. Cancellations must be made no later than 72 hours before the confirmed time. If the cancellation is made too late or not at all, the full price of the service will be charged. You may reschedule your booking up to 72 hours before the confirmed time.

Please note: All bookings are preliminary until confirmed by us. Once we assign a guide to your tour, we will send you a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam folder, just in case!

For Educational Groups

Enhance your group’s experience and learning by booking a guided tour, workshop, or walking tour with us. Our services are tailored for all educational levels – from preschools and kindergartens to primary and secondary schools. We always adapt the content to suit the age and needs of your group. Let us know your preferences when booking!

The museum is a versatile learning environment, and national curricula encourage the use of cultural institutions in teaching. Architecture and design are excellent tools for cross-disciplinary and phenomenon-based learning, especially in early childhood and basic education.

We offer educational group tours in Finnish, Swedish, English, Russian, easy-to-understand Finnish, and with audio description. Workshops are available in Finnish, Swedish, and English. Architecture walking tours are offered in Finnish and English.

Maximum group size: 25 people.
School groups with supervisors can participate as one group even if the number slightly exceeds the limit.

Rehabilitation and Other Support Groups

Rehabilitation groups and similar groups* can book museum services — including guided tours, workshops, and architecture walks — at discounted prices.

*This includes professionals and organizations in social and health services, wellness sectors, and non-profit organizations working with groups that benefit from accessible cultural experiences. These services may focus on mental health, peer support, employment, or integration.

Discounted Prices
Eligible groups are entitled to special pricing for guided services. This supports accessibility and inclusion by making cultural participation easier for groups in need of support.

Accessibility

Starting point of the architecture walk:
Architecture and Design Museum’s D-building (former Design Museum building), Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki

End point of the architecture walk:
Helsinki city centre

The walk takes place outdoors in public urban space and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. To support hearing accessibility, the guide uses a microphone.

The walking route is approximately 3 kilometers long. One of the stops (Think Corner / Tiedekulma) is only accessible via a short staircase. The route also includes non-leveled sidewalk edges, uneven terrain with changes in elevation, and a gentle incline on Fabianinkatu.

The pace of the walk is leisurely, with multiple stops along the way. There are no easily accessible benches or seating areas along the route. Participants are welcome to bring a portable stool or chair if needed.

The nearest accessible and gender-neutral public restroom is located at the starting point, in the D-building of the Architecture and Design Museum (Korkeavuorenkatu 23, 00130 Helsinki).

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