World Cultures Museums in Finland
Ethnological collections and museums about cultures from around the world.
Lapland (4)
Uusimaa (4)
North Karelia (2)
Ostrobothnia (2)
Southwest Finland (2)
Päijät-Häme (1)
Pirkanmaa (1)
South Ostrobothnia (1)
World Cultures Museums in Finland: Overview & Tips
Our guide lists 17 world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland, spread across 8 regions and 15 towns and cities. Most of them are in Lapland (4), Uusimaa (4), and North Karelia (2).
At the city level, Helsinki (3), Alastaro (1), and Enontekiö (1) lead the way – ideal if you want to see several world cultures and ethnology museums in a single day.
5 museums are free to visit. For the others with a published price, a regular adult ticket costs €9 at the median, and the middle half charge between €7 and €12.
5 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, 6 offer dedicated programs for families, and 5 have a café or restaurant. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.
Top 10 world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland
The best-known world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland
Suomen kansallismuseoHistory · Helsinki
Saamelaismuseo SiidaWorld cultures · Inari- Arktiska museet NanoqOpen-air · Jakobstad
Parppeinvaaran runokyläOpen-air · Ilomantsi- Museo ElielRegional · Joensuu
Brages friluftsmuseumOpen-air · Vaasa
Helinä Rautavaaran museoWorld cultures · Espoo
Kolttien perinnetaloOpen-air · Sevettijärvi
Suomen SiirtolaisuusmuseoWorld cultures · Peräseinäjoki- Tiibetin taiteen keskusArt · Alastaro
World cultures and ethnology museums in Finland with free admission
World cultures and ethnology museums in Finland with programs for families
Wheelchair-accessible world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland
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Frequently asked questions
How many world cultures and ethnology museums are there in Finland?
Our directory currently lists 17 world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland across 15 towns and cities.
What are the best-known world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland?
Some of the best known are Suomen kansallismuseo, Saamelaismuseo Siida, Arktiska museet Nanoq, Parppeinvaaran runokylä, and Museo Eliel.
Which world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland offer free admission?
5 museums are free to visit – for example Helinä Rautavaaran museo, Kolttien perinnetalo, Utsjoen kirkkotuvat, and Kuurojen museo.
Which world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland are open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, but according to their regular hours 3 are open, such as Saamelaismuseo Siida, Käkisalmi-museo, and Kuurojen museo.
Which world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland are wheelchair accessible?
5 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Saamelaismuseo Siida, Helinä Rautavaaran museo, and Käkisalmi-museo. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.
How much does it cost to visit world cultures and ethnology museums in Finland?
A regular adult ticket costs €9 at the median, with prices ranging from €6 to €18. Children, students and families usually pay less.
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