Helsinki Attractions
Rock Church interior, Helsinki © City of Helsinki - Matti Tirri
Temppeliaukio Church
This awesome and unique piece of architecture, the Temppeliaukio
('Church in the rock') was designed by brothers Timo and Tuomo
Suomalainen and carved out of solid granite as recently as 1969. It
has become one of Helsinki's most famous attractions, its rock
walls roofed over with a massive concave copper ceiling, which
gives it excellent acoustics. The church is often used as a venue
for musical events.
Address: Lutherinkatu 3;
Telephone: (0)9 494 698;
Transport: Tram 3T;
Opening time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 10am to 8pm (closed on Tuesdays in winter); Wednesday 10am to 6.30pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 12pm to 1.45pm and 3.30pm to 6pm. English services Sunday 2pm;
Admission: Free
