About Ateneum (Finnish National Museum of Art)

Ateneum is a heaven for art lovers that houses a collection of paintings from different eras and styles. Close to 4,000 paintings and 700 sculptures are displayed in the museum, which includes several drawings and sketches. The art museum in Helsinki is one part of the 3 museums that form the National Finnish Gallery. The museum houses the biggest collection of classical art in all of Helsinki and is located in the middle of the city. The building which once housed the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts was later converted to a museum in the year 1991. The art displays in the museum range from the 18th Century portraits all the way to the 20th Century art movements. The museum also houses some priceless artworks like Vincent van Gogh's Street in Auvers-sur-Oise (1890), The Luxembourg Garden (1887) by Albert Edelfelt and Hugo Simberg’s Wounded Angel (1903). Ateneum was designed by Theodor Hoijer and the structure was completed in the year 1887. Decorated ornately with a lot of statues, the building is beautifully breath-taking and a wonderful testament to the wonderful art that it holds within itself.

Must See

  • 4,000 paintings - The abundant collection of breath-taking paintings is a gem for any art lover.
  • 700 sculptures - The sculptures in the museum are beautiful and awe-inspiring and are definitely a must visit. 
  • Paintings by Vincent Van Gogh, Eugene Delacroix, Paul Gaugin

How to reach

It can be reached via Tram to the Helsinki Station. One can also take a bus to the nearest bus stop Railway Station Square to reach the museum. (Approximate cost: 1€)

Metro: Central Railway Station or University of Helsinki station (2€ - 5€)

Tram: Central Railway Station, Kaivokatu, Mikonkatu, routes 2, 3, 5, 6, 9 (2€ - 5€)

Bus: Railway Station Square

Train: Central Railway Station

Parking: Nearest parking garage

Tips

  • Photography is not permitted inside the museum.
  • Do not touch the paintings on display.
  • Silence is important, do not create a ruckus.
  • If you are on a tour of the museum, stay with the guide.
  • Do adhere to the opening and closing time of the museum.
  • Pets are not allowed on the premises.
  • Wheelchair assistance is available.
  • Separate areas available for the storage of strollers.
  • Children are required to be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Visit Time

Sunday : 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

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Entrance Fee

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17 €  Normal admission
15 €  Discount admission
0 € Under 18 year-olds
Combined tickets to the Finnish National Gallery’s museums 23–34 €

Ticket sale ends 30 minutes before museum closing time.

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Time you can spend

3 hours

 

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