Audio Guide of Puijo Tower

The tower is usually open every day from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, although the restaurants have extended hours into the evening. You can get there easily by car or by taking the local bus from central Kuopio; check the exact times on the official website.

General admission for adults is around €8, with discounts for children and students. Sometimes there are combined packages with virtual reality activities; check the latest prices here: Puijo Tower Tickets.

To enjoy the panoramic views and take photos, 45 minutes is enough. If you plan to eat at the rotating restaurant or go hiking in the area, we recommend setting aside 2 to 3 hours.

Opened in 1963, it is a national icon and was the first tower with a rotating restaurant in the Nordic countries. Its location next to the famous ski jumping hills makes it a symbol of Kuopio’s sport and culture.

Sunset offers spectacular light over the lakes. In winter, the snowy landscape is magical, while in summer you can enjoy the midnight sun and the endless green of the Finnish landscape.

Yes, Puijo Tower is accessible. It has elevators that take visitors both to the observation platform and to the restaurants, making the visit easier for wheelchair users.

Right next to it you will find the impressive ski jumping hills and the beautiful Puijo nature reserve. It is ideal for combining the views with a walk through the Finnish forest.

If you book a table at the rotating restaurant, check whether tower access is included, as it is often an excellent way to save money. Don’t forget to bring our IAudioguia audio guide to discover the secrets of the landscape you are seeing.