Explore the city's design gems with our handy Design Map!
This curated quide leads you for example to locally owned fashion boutiques, design shops, charming cafes and captivating galleries. You can pick up this handy local map at Tampere railway station, hotels, cafes and other popular gathering spots for city dwellers.
Local artwear
Aleksis Kiven katu 15
The headquarters of Tampere-based artwear brand equipped with three disco balls. Shop fashion and art, listen records and enjoy a cup of best coffee in town.
Lovable Finnish Brands
Hämeenkatu 20
From our two story shop you will find approximately 100 Finnish brands, ranging from clothing to home accessories. On the 2nd floor you will find the Miela Preloved section full of second hand treasures! Welcome to experience Miela đź’š
High quality knitwear
Hämeenkatu 17
High-quality, soft and responsibly produced knitwear made from alpaca wool for men and women. Alpa’s knitwear combines the world’s finest natural materials, uncompromising professional pride and exceptional durability.
Sustainable local clothing brand
Kyttälänkatu 1, 1.krs
The beautiful and cozy home-like Studio Shop is run by a local clothing brand NOUKI. Feel free to stop by, relax and be inspired!
Wardrope essentials since 1921
Hatanpään valtatie 1, Koskikeskus 2. krs
Nanso is an iconic Finnish brand known for its unique patterns, high-quality products, and timeless design expertise. The brand offers a classic selection of women´s clothing and high-quality homeware. Warm welcome!
Clothing, bags, jewellery, accessories
Aleksis Kiven katu 15
Slow Fashion made in Finland! We cherish sustainability and ecological production, quality and beauty, timeless design, practicality for work and leisure. And, we love colours!
Sustainable leather jackets & accessories
Aleksis Kiven katu 15
Local production classics that endure time and use ♡ Leather jackets made from deer leather in Tampere are waiting to be fitted, surplus leather accessories & zero waste jewelry level up your sustainable style. Welcome ♡
Design footwear for women
Aleksis Kiven katu 30
Palmroth® – classically stylish women’s footwear. A combination of the well-known Palmroth design, carefully selected materials, comfort of use and sustainable manufacturing. Welcome to our Shop!!
Local designers' shop
Hämeenkatu 21, Sokos 4. floor
From local designers' shop you can find versatile selection of Finnish design products for example clothes, jewelleries, bags and other accessories. Items are high quality, timeless and responsible produced. Simply enjoy!
Brands for men & women
Kuninkaankatu 21
Curated selection of mens & women's jeans, apparel and accessories under the glass roof of Tirkkosentalo
Quality children clothing
Hämeenkatu 21, Sokos 4. floor
Quality children clothing
Quaint atmosphere, lovely cafe
Kuninkaankatu 4
Step into our shops and indulge yourself with home-baked treats in our café Tallipiha, located in the historical Finlayson area. The old stable yard is turned into a wonderful area where you can find a wide selection of handicrafts, souvenirs, and delicious chocolate.
Dance performances for all ages
Hämeenkatu 25
Dance Theatre MD's program features cutting edge contemporary dance performances for children and adult audiences. MD's home theater Hällä stage is located in the heart of Tampere in Hämeenkatu.
Joutsen Shop Tampere
Hämeenkatu 19
Joutsen down products have been enhancing everyday life since 1936. Our fluffy sleep products and beautiful coats are made from tested pure down. The down-soft store is also a fantastic gift shop.
Finnish handicrafts, clothes and materials
Vuolteentori 2
Wonderful shop on the shore of Tammerkoski, with Tampere souvenirs, Finnish design, clothes and handicrafts.
Culture and Arts Event Centre
Väinö Linnan aukio
The historic venue of the Finlayson Area offers great cultural experiences all year round. The area offers a wide range of events, cafés and restaurants, museums, changing exhibitions, activities and attractions.
Finnish design & lifestyle brand
Hämeenkatu 19
Founded in 1951, Finnish design house Marimekko is globally renowned for its art of printmaking. For over seventy years, the unmistakable Marimekko prints have been worn as bold badges of optimism and personal empowerment.
One of Finlands National Stages
Hämeenpuisto 28-32
Step into the historic Tampere Workers' Theatre, established in 1901. As one of Finland's prestigious national main stages, it dazzles audiences with spectacular musicals, timeless classics, and groundbreaking Finnish premieres. Don't miss the live music events at TTT-Klubi!
One of the oldest theatres in Finland
Keskustori 2
Tampere Theatre stages a wide range of musicals, Finnish plays, world classics and modern premieres.
Eco Shop for Natural Well-Being
Hämeenkatu 15
Ruohonjuuri is an eco-store chain founded in 1982, specializing in holistic and natural well-being.
Design stairs from Finland
Hämeenpuisto 14
Grado Design Oy manufactures high-quality Finnish design stairs and railings for homes and public spaces. Our Pirkkala factory employs over 20 professionals, and our Helsinki, Tampere, and Marbella showrooms display stair models for customer viewing.
A showroom for Finnish parquet.
Aleksis Kiven Katu 11
Timberwise Showroom serves consumers and designers in the heart of Tampere. The Timberwise showroom showcases the entire product range. Let us help you make your parquet dreams come true!
Different Hardware Store
Laukontori 10
Domus Classica is a different hardware store with timeless design and sustainable solutions for your home. Everything from lighting to bathroom, hardware and paints – we believe in quality in our selection. Warm welcome!
Second hand shop
Kauppakatu 6
OLDIE is an second hand shop, where you can find clothes and accessories for both women and men. We have a good selection of design items such as Dior, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Prada etc.
quality vintage since 1976!
Otavalankatu 3
Adelightful selection of contemporary and vintage quality treasures, served with charming ambience and jazz tunes. New items added almost daily. Welcome to your treasure hunt!
Paper shop worth visiting
Hallituskatu 27
Vihkokauppa is a charming paper shop with carefully selected paper goods and stationery. Take your time, have a cup of coffee and enjoy the atmosphere.
Ceramics studio, shop and artgallery
Pyhäjärvenkatu 8
Liekki Art House - home for ceramicart! Liekki Art House is a professional ceramic studio owned by four ceramic artists who open the studio doors for all pottery lovers. Our studio has it’s own gallery and shop with a selection of unique, artisan products from local artists and artisans.
Finnish arts and crafts
Kehräsaari 1
Product range includes: accessories, jewelery, clothing, interior decoration and gift items. All products are manufactured in Finland by hand.
Quality repair services
Itsenäisyydenkatu 12 -14
Mansen Suutari modifies, repairs, renews, maintains and cares for your products. Our professionalism is a combination of relaxed creativity, with heart of the artisan. Welcome to serve. Best regards Master shoemakers Auli ja Tuija
Mending and cobbler services
Hämeenkatu 21, Sokos 4. floor
Sustinare's seamstresses and cobblers will repair, maintain and renew the treasures of your wardrobe. Ask for a price estimate easily via our website!
Art awaits!
Kuninkaankatu 2
Discover Mältinranta Artcenter: two galleries showcasing contemporary art, an art lending service, and artist workshops in a historic water purification plant near the Tammerkoski rapids. Explore and enjoy art!
Good quality art supplies
Kuninkaankatu 30
Welcome to find your inspiration from Arteljee! We provide a very versatile selection of good quality art supplies to meet your needs.
Friendly shoe repair shop
Hämeenpuisto 31 B
Suutari Pyynikin Jalkineliike is full repair service in Tampere Hämeenpuisto. Here you get friendly service and good quality work.
The longest-running art gallery in town
Pirkankatu 6
Galleria Saskia presents high-quality contemporary art, made mainly by Finnish artists. Gallery is open for visitors every day of f the week. Admission to exhibitions is free.
Easy-to-access art and cultural events
Keskustori 4
Kulttuuritalo Laikku is a cultural meeting place in the heart of Tampere. Art exhibitions and various events are open all year round. Free entry.
Temporary exhibitions: International & Finnish art
Puutarhakatu 34
Tampere Art Museum is presenting international surrealistic art, media art by Hanna Haaslahti and the Young Artists of the Year 2025 in its temporary exhibitions in 2025.
Experiential art museum for all ages
Tampere-talo, Yliopistonkatu 55
The Moomin Museum is an experiential art museum for art lovers and Moomin fans of all ages. Discover the wit, wisdom, warmth and adventure of Tove Jansson’s Moomin books and illustrations!
Gallery for contemporary art
Hämeenpuisto 10
Founded in 1997, Galleria Rajatila is a exhibition space in the heart of Hämeenpuisto, which showcases new and interesting contemporary art.
Art gallery/boutique/workshops
Hämeenpuisto 33
Kehystarina is a small family owned business for which art is a matter of the heart.In addition to artwork we also offer framing services. In September 2024 we opened "Galleria Kehystarina" with monthly art exhibitions. We also offer various painting workshops. A warm welcome!
Fashion, design, factory owners' history
Milavidanrinne 8
Experince the glamourous lifestyle of the Nottbeck family, the owners of Finlayson cotton mill and the special exhibitions: in 2025 Bravissimo! costumes from the Opera of Rome, and Christmas at the Palace. The cafe and the museum shop complete your visit!
Over 10 exhibitions
Alaverstaanraitti 5
A versatile museum centre located by the Tammerkoski river, offering something to see and experience for the whole family. You can explore over ten exhibitions all at once. History, natural sciences, and technology. Our visitors are also served by a museum restaurant and a museum shop.
Specialty Coffee & Tea shop, Tearoom & Café
Hatanpään valtatie 6B
Thé Hidden is a distinctive Specialty Coffee & Tea shop, Tearoom & Café in Tampere. You can choose from a various and nice selection of high-quality teas and coffee, and also explore other treasures in our inviting space.
Scandinavias' biggest Market Hall
Hämeenkatu 19
Unique piece of local market history right in the centre of the city. Come & experience award winning restaurants, cafés, wine bars, food & treat shops and artisan services – and most of all, easy-going atmosphere.
Sweet and savoury waffles
Ojakatu 2 33100 Tampere
Sympathetic original waffle cafe´. Visit this small and idyllic waffle cafe´. Since 1992 waffles have been baked in this tiny house built in the 1920´s. Enjoy good coffee and tea with mouth watering waffles! Waffles are also available vegan, gluten- and lactose-free.
Coffee, poetry & delicacies
Ojakatu 3
Romantic Coffee House Runo locates in corner of Ojakatu, Tampere. Ojakatu is the smallest old town in a world. Runo is open 363 days in a year.
First class cafe culture.
Tuomiokirkonkatu 32
Almost 70-year old family business is operated by fourth generation. Breakfast, artesan cakes and macarons, salads, wines, espresso, fresh baked bread and pastry from own bakery- you name it. The weekend brunch is very popular so we kindly advise to book a table!
Future of live music
Puutarhakatu 1
G Livelab offers a new kind of live music experience built on quality programming, state of the art audio facilities and modern design.
Bakery, lunch, croissant, coffee
Tullikatu 6
Delicious bakery procucts and lunch!
Idyllic pasta restaurant at Puutalo
Vellamonkatu 2
Idyllic pasta restaurant at Puutalo