👨👩👧 Things to Do
with Kids in Helsinki
24 family-friendly activities — events, playgrounds, museums, farms and more.
Helsinki has a growing calendar of family-friendly events and attractions for children of all ages. From hands-on museums and indoor play centres to outdoor parks and seasonal festivals, there's always something to discover with kids in Helsinki.
Indoor Activities
Perfect for rainy days
Outdoor Activities
Parks, playgrounds & nature
Free Activities
No entry fee needed
Birthday Venues
Party venues for kids
Toddler Activities
Ages 0–3
This Weekend
What’s on this weekend
🏛️ Top Family Venues (12)
Aleksanteri Lounge
Albertinkatu 34, Helsinki
Aleksanterin teatteri
Albertinkatu 32, Helsinki
Aleksanterinkatu
Aleksanterinkatu, Helsinki
Alexander Theater (Aleksanterin Teatteri)
Alexander Theater (Aleksanterin Teatteri), Bulevardi 23-27, FI-00180 Helsinki, Finland
Amos Andersonin Taidemuseo
Amos Andersonin Taidemuseo, Yrjönkatu 27, FI-00100 Helsinki, Finland
Amos Rex
Amos Rex, Mannerheimintie 22-24, FI-00100 Helsinki, Finland
Architecture & Design Museum
Arppeanum
Snellmaninkatu 3, Helsinki
Aschan House
Unioninkatu 25, Helsinki
Ateneum
PaidAteneum Art Museum
Ateneum Bistro
Ateneum Bistro, Kaivokatu 2, FI-00100 Helsinki, Finland
📅 Upcoming Family Events (12)
🎯 Family
Pom Klementieff I Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Family
Tim Downie | Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Family
Sean Gunn I Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Family
Jamie Campbell Bower I Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Family
Christopher Eccleston | Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Family
Tyrone Keogh I Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Festival
Arctic Lights Comic Con 2026
🎯 Family
Vincent Regan I Arctic Lights Comic Con 16.-17.5.2026
🎯 Music
SoundVault Festival 22.-23.5.2026
🎵 concert
SoundVault Festival 22.-23.5.2026
🎯 Music
SoundVault Festival 22.-23.5.2026
🎵 concert
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Helsinki?
Helsinki has 24 family-friendly options including indoor play centres, museums, parks, outdoor events, and birthday venues.
What family activities are available in Helsinki?
Families in Helsinki can enjoy 12 permanent venues (playgrounds, museums, indoor play, farms) and 12 upcoming kid-friendly events.
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