Tampere is a dynamic
and easily accessible city
Tampere is located in Pirkanmaa, Western Finland, only 180 km from the capital Helsinki. At the heart of Tampere, located between Lake Näsijärvi and Lake Pyhäjärvi, is Tammerkoski, which connects the lakes and was used as an energy source for one of the country's first industrial plants, the Finlayson textile factory founded in 1820.
In 1882, the first electric light was lit in Finlayson, making Tampere the fifth city in the world to have electric light. Almost 140 years later, Tampere is still the industrial core of Finland, and it has also grown into an important center for ICT companies. MPD 2023 will be held at Tampere Hall. The venue is located at the heart of the city
How to get to
Tampere-talo
By Train or by Bus
Tampere railway station is located about 500 meters away from the Tampere Hall.
By Flight
Tampere-Pirkkala international airport is located approximately 17 km away from the city center of Tampere.
By Taxi
Tampereen Aluetaksi Oy, tel +358 100 4131.
Hotels offers for MPDays
Courtyard Tampere City
Central Location for Major Events
Welcome to a modern city center hotel!
Courtyard by Marriott Tampere City is a modern 4-star hotel in the center of Tampere, under the same roof as Tampere Hall and a few minutes from the heart of the Nokia Arena.
When you make a reservation through this page, you get accommodation at a special price. The room price includes a varied breakfast, taxes, free Wi-Fi and use of a well-equipped gym.
Confirm your reservation with a payment card (excl. Visa Electron card) and your accommodation will be charged upon check-in. You can modify and cancel the reservation free of charge 24 hours before the arrival date from your reservation confirmation.
The offer is valid until 3rd of May 2025 and there are limited rooms available.
Link to the offer here.
Sokos Hotel Torni
Central Location for Major Events
Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere offers a 15% discount with the code MPD2025 for reservations made for June 3–6, 2025.
What to do in Tampere
Spend your days in Tampere wandering the historic streets, immersing yourself in its cultural hotspots, and enjoying local experiences like a traditional Finnish sauna.
Tampere City Hall
The current city hall was built in 1890 and was designed by Georg Schreck. This is where the city of Tampere holds an evening reception for MPD guests.
The terraces and market places
Tampere's summer terraces offer a delightful spot to unwind, with vibrant outdoor seating areas overlooking the scenic views of Pyhäjärvi and Näsijärvi Lakes. The bustling market places in Tampere come alive during the summer, where visitors can explore a variety of local produce and artisan crafts.
Vapriikki Museum Center
Vapriikki is a versatile museum centre located by the Tammerkoski river. You can explore over ten exhibitions all at once. History, natural sciences, and technology. There is also a museum restaurant and a museum shop.