Step into the magic of Finnish art and architecture at the Gallen-Kallela Museum, a serene winter escape by the shores of Laajalahti Bay in Espoo. Our unique museum is just a short trip from Helsinki city centre!

Why Visit?

• Explore the life and works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) in his dreamlike atelier, built and designed by the artist himself in 1911–1913.
• Admire extraordinary architecture, and a beautiful garden in a cozy setting near Leppävaara, Espoo.
• Enjoy traditional Finnish salmon soup and delicious cakes and pastries in our charming museum café located in a historical wooden villa.

Current Exhibition: Primeval Forest – In the Footsteps of Pentti Linkola
Discover the magical Finnish forests and cultural landscapes through Gallen-Kallela’s art, his contemporaries’ works, and Taneli Eskola’s modern landscape photography—a powerful statement on nature and conservation.

Read more about our current exhibition from this [link].

Special Christmas Opening Hours
From 26 December 2025 to 6 January 2026, we’re open Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00–18:00 so you can make the most of your holiday visit. Museum and cafe are both closed on Mondays and from 23 December to 25 December 2025.

Guided Tours During Holiday Season

We offer additional guided tours during the holiday season. If you’re visiting for the first time and would like to learn more about the building and Akseli Gallen-Kallela beyond the current exhibition, just let our guides know!

Open guided tours with museum ticket

27 December at 3 PM – guided tour in English

3 January 2026 at 3 PM – guided tour in English 

To book a private tour for your visit, please email us at info@gallen-kallela.fi.

You can get here with HSL public transport or by using local taxi services.

Plan your visit and experience Finnish art and architecture at the Gallen-Kallela Museum!