Forget about traffic jams and the hassle of finding a parking spot – the Tampere City Region offers experiences that are easily accessible without your own car. Hop on a Nysse bus or a train and set off to discover new scenery. Nearby sights, events, and nature spots await you just around the corner – responsibly and effortlessly.
Together with local tourism operators in the Tampere City Region, we’ve gathered a collection of hidden gems in the area. Travelling close to home is not only often affordable and sustainable, but also fun! Using public transport instead of your own car is a responsible choice that supports Lempäälä’s goal of becoming a carbon-neutral municipality by 2030.
Whether you’re interested in culture, nature or family-friendly destinations, the neighbouring municipalities of Tampere each offer their own treasures:
• Discover the history of road traffic at the Automobile and Road Museum Mobilia in Kangasala.
• Admire visual art at Galleria 2 in Pirkkala.
• Soak up the market atmosphere at Vesilahti’s summer events.
• Experience culture at the historic Tehdassaari area in Nokia.
• Head to Orivesi’s new accessible disc golf course with friends.
• Spend a relaxing summer day with the whole family in the Räikkä area in Ylöjärvi.
• In Lempäälä, dive into an adventure 30 metres underground at the Vesimaailma Louhi Water World – an experience for the whole family. Find more tips for Lempäälä at visitlempaala.fi.
Download our local adventure guide here (pdf fi/en).
A responsible choice – travel lighter
Local travel by public transport is not just easy – it’s also a climate-friendly act. By leaving your car at home, you reduce your trip’s carbon footprint and avoid unnecessary driving. You also don’t have to worry about parking or traffic – just focus on the experiences and enjoy the scenery.
Find routes to different destinations easily with Nysse’s journey planner:
👉 reittiopas.tampere.fi/en
Welcome to explore the neighbouring municipalities of the Tampere City Region: Kangasala, Lempäälä, Nokia, Orivesi, Pirkkala, Vesilahti and Ylöjärvi!
