Professional visits
The City of Espoo welcomes visitors with a professional interest in the development, success factors and services of the city, such as education, sustainable development, innovation, entrepreneurship, sports, culture and youth affairs.Make a booking request
Whether you are looking for potential collaborators, or want to take a deeper look into Espoo’s best practices, we look forward to hearing from you. Kindly take into account the following:
- Please find relevant contacts for requesting a visit under each visiting theme.
- Please make your booking request at least one month before the desired dates of the visit.
- Some visits cost a fee. Information on the pricing can be found on the relevant visiting page.
- We are unable to accommodate visitors during public holidays and in July, when most of our offices are closed.
- We give presentations mainly in English, and in some cases in Finnish. Visitors are responsible for organizing interpretation, if needed.
- Please scroll down to learn about accommodation options and spare time experiences in Espoo.
Schools and day care centres
Espoo sector for Growth and Learning offers high quality, diverse and regionally equal development and educational opportunities. The city's education services comprise early childhood education and care, pre-primary education, basic education and general upper secondary education.
Espoo's innovation ecosystem
Espoo is the epicentre of innovation in Finland. Espoo is home to many of Finland's most valuable companies, Aalto University and VTT Technical Research Center of Finland. The city is also the birthplace of Slush and Finland's startup scene.
Urban environment
Our goal is to create a functional and pleasant setting for residents and businesses in Espoo by building and maintaining streets, roads and green areas, taking care of the environment, and planning new areas to meet the needs of the growing city.
Sustainable development & Climate Leadership
Explore Espoo's commitment to sustainability through our city strategy, the Espoo Story. Discover how we drive sustainable governance, climate leadership, and Agenda2030 initiatives within our community. Learn about our innovative solutions in energy systems, mobility, urban development, and circular economy that contribute to our city's thriving future.
Service Centres
The City of Espoo Service Centres offer a range of high-quality services conveniently in one place. The aim is to make it easier for residents to use everyday services. In addition to services provided by the city, services by other authorities are also available at the Service Centres.
Culture and library services
The City of Espoo offers diverse and high-quality culture and leisure services. At the City’s libraries, museums and cultural centres, you can find yourself amid surprising experiences. We promote the inclusion and equality of residents and the diversity of the cultural offering through targeted cultural services.
Sport services
Versatile sports opportunities and nature invite you to exercise and be outside. We also organize sports for children and young people together with Espoo sports clubs, associations, and sports industry companies. We want to ensure that all Espoo residents have equal opportunities for exercise and movement.
Youth services
Youth services in Espoo offer young people various opportunities to pursue hobbies, make the most of their free time, and engage in enriching experiences. Participation in these activities is available through youth facilities, events and online platforms.
Protocol and media visits
The international affairs team is the focal point of contact for visits by high-level representatives of states, embassies, ministries, international organisations and sister cities, as well as representatives of the media.
When planning your visit to Espoo and Finland
Espoo offers versatile accommodation options for your stay in Finland. You can choose from stylish city hotels to high-quality villas in the middle of nature. With the help of the official visitor guide, visitespoo.fi you can also find the most exciting sights and attractions and the best ways to experience local culture, the Espoo archipelago and the Nuuksio National Park area.