Guided tours of The National Library of Finland

Tourists, students, school groups and groups from companies and other organisations may explore the National Library’s fascinating history, architecture and collections on guided tours which can be arranged by appointment. It is also possible to reserve a guided tour for the Library’s exhibitions. The maximum group size is 25–30 persons. The price of an approximately one-hour tour is EUR 50 (incl.VAT).

Reservations
Guided tours of the National Library:
Librarian Anna-Maija Pietilä-Ventelä
Tel. +358 9 191 22732, anna-maija.pietila(at)helsinki.fi
Group tours for the exhibition,
guided tour reservations:
Cultural Secretary Sisko Vuorikari
Tel. +358 9 191 22671, sisko.vuorikari(at)helsinki.fi

Tourist groups (max. 25–30 persons) are also welcome to tour the culturally and historically valuable Cupola Hall as well as the exhibitions in the Gallery either on their own or with their own guide. Coats must be left in the coat racks in the entrance hall, and bags must be placed in lockers.

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The James Madison Council visited the National Library in August 2008.