The 10 Best Free Things to do in Kotka, Kymenlaakso

March 11, 2022 Lean Nau

Kotka is a city and municipality of Finland.
Restaurants in Kotka

1. Haapasaari Island

Gulf of Finland, Kotka Finland +358 40 1356588 http://www.visitkotkahamina.fi/en/see-and-do/boating-and-archipelago/haapasaari-island-kotka
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Haapasaari Island

2. Linden Esplanade

Keskuskatu, Kotka Finland http://www.kotka.fi/en/residents/parks_and_green_areas/park_descriptions/sculpture_promenade
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Linden Esplanade

Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland

This central 800-meter-long pedestrian street is bordered by two parallel rows of linden trees. The first trees were planted as early as the 19th century. Later there were many sculptures added and today it is called Kotka Sculpture Promenade.

3. Santalahti Nature Trail

Santalahti, Kotka 48310 Finland +358 5 2605055 http://www.santalahti.fi/en/Activities/Nature%20Trails%20and%20parks/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Santalahti Nature Trail

4. Sapokka Water Garden

Tallinnankatu, Kotka 48100 Finland http://www.visitkotkahamina.fi/en/see-and-do/sights/parks/sapokka-watergarden-kotka
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4.5 based on 255 reviews

Sapokka Water Garden

Reviewed By Matkamanna - Southern Finland, Finland

Best park in Kotka, must to see place. Suitable size for lovely walk. A lot of beautiful flowers and a waterfall. Close to Maretarium, parking place may be full on summer days.

5. Kotka Sculpture Promenade

Keskuskatu, Kotka Finland http://www.kotka.fi/en/residents/parks_and_green_areas/park_descriptions/sculpture_promenade
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Kotka Sculpture Promenade

The Sculpture Promenade of Contemporary Art with a length of approx. 2 kilometres traverses the centre of Kotka. The Linden Boulevard running parallel with Keskuskatu street won a national environmental structure award in 2001, when the first sculptures were also unveiled. In 2004, the Association of Finnish Sculptors granted the Pro Sculptura medal to the Sculpture Promenade. More than 20 sculptures have been placed between Port Kantasatama and Haukkavuori over a distance of approx. 2 kilometres. The sculptures are within a short walking distance of each other, and along the route there are cafes, restaurants, playgrounds and park benches if you wish to rest for a while. There is a separate brochure of the Sculpture Promenade.

Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland

This central 800-meter-long pedestrian street starts from Sibelius Park. The beautiful promenade is bordered by two parallel rows of linden trees. You can find many interesting sculptures along the way.

6. St. Nicholas Orthodox Church

Kymenlaaksonkatu 2, Kotka 48100 Finland +44 1865 768748 http://www.svt-nikolai.org
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

St. Nicholas Orthodox Church

Reviewed By mikaelk676 - Copenhagen, Denmark

My other brother lives just on the other side of the park. This Russian Orthodox Church was the very few of buildings which were not bombed down during the WWII. The entire city was bombed down, and so this church maintained its power as the shrine for the patron saint of sailors, helper of the poor ( all we know Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas ) and also patron saint of the island Kotka. What you go to see are the beautiful icons covered in gemstones and precious metals, and the rose oil and galbanum burning always as an eternal prayer. The ceiling with its gold stars is worth a peek, just lay down on the floor and amazement the beauty of the thousands of stars on a blue background. This church is also worth seeing for its Christmas Mass, pompous of course because it is the church of Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas, Nicholaj...and the Easter Mass with the entire community lead by gold clad priests round the church seven times...take a picnic with you and enjoy on the greens, or check if they have the fish pond, selling fresh salmon, and cure and prepare it if you want to!

7. Sibelius Park

Kirkkokatu, Kotka 48101 Finland +358 5 2341 http://www.kotka.fi/en/residents/parks_and_green_areas/park_descriptions/sibelius_park/sibelius_park_history
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Sibelius Park

“Green living room” of Kotka The Sibelius Park in the centre of Kotka, at the beginning of the Linden Esplanade of Keskuskatu, is an exquisite formal garden which is managed with a caring hand. The Sibelius Park in the middle of Kotkansaari is a "green living room" for local residents and tourists. The partly geometric and sophisticated design, old trees and beautiful summer flowers render the park especially attractive. The park was named after the world-famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius in 1956.

Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland

Sibelius Park is centrally located at the start of Lehmuspromenadi. It is part of the Kotka Sculpture Promenade. Hotel Seurahuone is located next to it. We had a good view of the park from our hotel room. The park is at its best in the summertime when it turns into a green oasis with old trees and beautiful flower beds. A children's playground is located in the park.

8. Kotka Church

Kirkkokatu 26, Kotka 48100 Finland +358 44 3355946 http://www.kotka-kyminseurakunta.fi/5714-kotkan-kirkko
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Kotka Church

Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland

This Neo-gothic style brick church was inaugurated in 1898. The bell tower rises to a height of 54 meters. On our visit, the church was closed and we couldn't see the altarpiece painted by Pekka Halonen and the largest Baroque-style organ in Finland.

9. Katariina Seaside Park

Puistotie 32, Kotka Finland +358 40 1356588 http://www.kotka.fi/en/residents/parks_and_green_areas/park_descriptions/katariina_seaside_park
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Katariina Seaside Park

Reviewed By wickedabintra - Finland, null

Large, beautiful park that is extremely well-kept. Many micro activities within the park for play and exercise. Lots of grilling spots with amazing views!

10. Riverside Park

Urheilukatu 1, Kotka 48600 Finland http://www.visitkotkahamina.fi/en/see-and-do/parks/riverside-park-jokipuisto-kotka
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Riverside Park

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