The Museum of Communism offers an insightful exploration of life under Communist rule in Czechoslovakia, covering aspects like daily life, politics and history. The exhibition includes mock-ups of a worker's workshop, a school classroom, and an interrogation room, providing an authentic feel of the era. Visitors can also view photographs, films, and sculptures documenting state-sponsored terrorism during this period.

This extravagantly decorated clandestine church built centuries ago when Catholicism was considered a crime is hidden in plain sight behind an unassuming front door in the city centre. Those walking down Juffrouw Idastraat would never imagine that within one of the typical terraced houses lies the enormous Parish of Saints James and Augustine where Catholics used to practice their faith in secret. Nobody is quite sure who built the church, but the stunning baroque plastering seems to suggest that it was the famous architect and artist Daniel Marot or one of his students. Book a free tour which takes you through the church and the attic to the more recent Bishop’s Chamber which is full of some of the original features and furniture that were used in the 1700s.

Pyynikki, nestled in the western part of Tampere, invites you to immerse yourself in the captivating Nordic nature. This idyllic area is renowned for the expansive Pyynikki Nature Reserve, featuring winding walking trails and breathtaking vistas. Along the shores of Villilänsalmi Lake, a marina and two sandy beaches create a serene backdrop, while the nearby Pyynikki Summer Theatre adds a touch of cultural charm to this picturesque haven.