Tampere is the largest inland city in the Nordic countries with a population of over 200,000. Its airport, the Tampere-Pirkkala Airport is the second busiest international airport in Finland and also one of the fastest growing airports in Finland.
The airport is located around 13km away from the city where you can get affordable deals at car hire Tampere airport when you make reservation prior to your flight.
About Tampere
Tampere, founded in 1779 on the banks of Tammerkoski Rapids, started off as one of Finland’s natural heritage landscapes. It slowly evolved into the most industrialised city in Finland over the 19th century.
By the time we hit 20th century, Tampere was already the largest industrialised city in Finland. Today, Tampere retains its status as the centre of Finnish.
What to do in Tampere
The main attraction in Tampere is the Sarkanniemi amusement park which includes the dolphinarium and its landmark, the Nasinneula Tower. On top of the tower, you can find a revolving restaurant. The tower is the tallest free-standing structure in Finland and it overlooks the Lake Nasijarvi.
Once satisfied with the amusement park, drive your car hire Tampere to see the Tampere Cathedral which serves as the seat for the Diocese of Tampere. The main points of interest in the Cathedral are the paintings especially its frescoes, painted by Hugo Simberg. Other than the Tampere Cathedral, the Kaleva Church, Alexander Church and Finlayson Church are also worth a visit.
There are several interesting museums that you can visit to with hire car Tampere airport. Tampere is the home to one of the last museums in the world dedicated to Lenin. Other unique museums in Tampere include the Spy Museum, Ice Hockey Museum and the Moominvalley Museum. If you are looking to learn more about the local history, then Vapriikki Museum is an excellent choice.
The reason many choose to rent a car in Tampere airport is to allow them the flexibility of visiting the many attractions in Tampere. For a bit of food and shopping, one can drive to the Tallipiha Stable Yards where you can buy typical Finnish souvenirs. It is said that the pasties based on old Russian recipes are also not to be missed here.
For nature buffs, then you are quite spoilt for choice as Tampere is built on a narrow strip surrounded by two large lakes. Not only that, there are over 200 smaller lakes all within access in the city. For a little green scenery, visit the Kauppi Park or the impressive Pyynikki Ridge. You can take a short boat ride, then Viikinsaari Island is a short 25-minute boat ride away.
There is so many things to see and do in Tampere that it is wise to take advantage of the deals you can find with Tampere airport rental cars.