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The 10 Best Things to Do in Central Finland, Finland
Central Finland (Finnish: Keski-Suomi; Swedish: Mellersta Finland) is a region (maakunta / landskap) in Finland. It borders the regions of Päijät-Häme, Pirkanmaa, Southern Ostrobothnia, Central Ostrobothnia, Northern Ostrobothnia, Pohjois-Savo, and Etelä-Savo.
Restaurants in Central Finland
1. Finnish Air Force Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Finnish Air Force Museum shows Finnish aviation history from its beginning, 1918 to the present days. The Main exhibition consists of aircraft, engines and aircrew equipment which has been used by the Finnish Air Force. The equipment of Air Force Signals Museum has its own section. A large collection of scale models gives a wider perspective to the whole field of aviation.
Reviewed By Hermann W - Jyvaskyla, Finland
Finnish airforce museum has really nice planes and fighter planes in its collection. It gives you a nice overview on the history of Finlands military aviation.
I personally enjoyed the most to see Mig-21 and Saab Draken - fighters, former cornestone jets of the finnish airforce. There is also older planes to see, like Messerschmitt Bf 109 and shotdown Brewster (until 2018).
Museum also has a nice cafe and small souveniershop. Highly recommended, if your into aviation at all.
2. The Alvar Aalto Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By WLKennedy - Brisbane, Australia
This museum offered more than I was expecting. Not only does it show Alvar's talents in architecture, but also the talents that influence interior design. There are photos, original drawings, scale reconstructions, jewellery and his paintings. He and his wives really have been an influence not only in Finland. The museum does not only showcase his achievements in design, but also give an insight into the man himself.
3. Petajavesi Old Church
Overall Ratings
5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By galiavu - Tel Aviv
Though we're not really of the right religion… but this place is so authentic that you can't help but FEEL the history and lives of the people of this region throughout the last few centuries. The ancient wood works are awesome. A great place to visit – just a very short distance from the main road, and yet another world.
4. Natural History Museum of Central Finland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
5. The Craft Museum of Finland
Overall Ratings
4 based on 38 reviews
The museum is a specialized museum for handicraft covering entire Finland, a place where skills and people meet as well as an interesting destination for visitors.
Reviewed By Ode64 - Jyvaskyla, Finland
Often interesting exhibions for all who are interested in crafts. Downstairs a compact introduction to the history of Finnish crafts. In summer artists at work at the street in front of the museum. Sometimes workshops, handicraft events, Christmas markets etc. - a place worth keeping your eye on while visiting Jyväskylä. Fridays are free (at least in winter time).
The museum has a shop corner with interesting crafts and Aivia, the handicraft shop next to the museum, is also good.
6. Kuokkalan kartano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By sofytea - Kharkiv, Ukraine
beautiful interior of the early twentieth century, in which lives the soul of antiques. the owner has collected a splendid collection of art objects. There are Concerts of classical music. There reigns love for art in all its manifestations. the owner is very friendly. Guess what you would like come back there again
7. Maki-Matin perhepuisto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Maria P - Helsinki, Finland
This is a one of a kind playground! It has all types of places and possibilities for all age groups. It is very large and very close to the city center. So if you visit the city and want some special place where you can relax and where your kids would have lots of fun, here is your top choice! My son enjoyed it and so did all the kids I saw there. There are so many outdoor toys offered by the administration of the playground: cars, bikes, sand toys.... you name it!
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8. Jyvaskyla Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Jyväskylä Art Museum is regional art museum of Central Finland. The Mission of the museum is to show and collect visual art from Central Finland, Finnish and international printmaking and photography as well as other national and international artwork complementary to museum’s collections. One of the museum's focus points is art and museum education. In collaboration with the Centre for Creative Photography, the Jyväskylä Art Museum maintains The Ratamo Printmaking and Photography Centre. This centre consists of the Galleria Ratamo along with a printmaking workshop, photography studio and artist workspaces all situated in Jyväskylä’s former roundhouse.
Reviewed By Pau1981 - Jyvaskyla, Finland
Art museum of Jyväskylä really has it all: it is in the center of the town, prices are low (on fridays free entrance) and it has the best selection of art cards of Jyväskylä.Every time I go there, it´s almost like going to home. The atmosphere is cozy and friendly, staff is always smiling and service is really professional. I always recommend this place to everyone who is planning a trip to Jyväskylä.
9. Pyha-Hakki National Park
10. Leivonmaki National Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Solja V - Helsinki, Finland
I visited Leivonmäki National Park in June, and I really liked this place. It was beautiful with its very Finnish lake and forest views. It's easy to find, there are several parking lots and hiking trails. We only had time for a short hike this time, and we chose to park by a small beach in Hiekkaniemi. There was a hilly trail, which was easy to walk but good for training as well. I loved walking in the middle of the forest and seeing lake water both left and right and I am looking forward to getting back here and enjoying other longer trails next year, when visiting Joutsa again (fingers crossed).
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