Audio Guide of Tytyri Museum

Tytyri Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the summer season (June to August), and in winter only on weekends with similar hours; check for updates on its official website. It is located in Lohja, about 50 km from Helsinki, accessible by car via the E18 motorway or by bus from Helsinki; the address is Ojamonkuja 3, 08100 Lohja. For more details, visit the official Tytyri website or call +358 19 369 0400.

General adult admission is €20, which includes the underground tour, while children pay €10 and children under 6 enter free; family and group discounts are available. It is recommended to buy tickets online to avoid queues. More information is available on the ticket page.

It is recommended to allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours for the main underground tour and to explore the surface exhibition, but if you want to enjoy everything without rushing, plan for about 3 hours. The guided tour lasts around 45 minutes in the mine. Plan according to your pace so you do not feel rushed.

Tytyri Museum is a former quartz deposit in Lohja, active from 1897 to 2018, representing Finland’s industrial heritage and the importance of mining to the local economy. Today it serves as an underground museum to educate visitors about mining history and Finnish geology, offering an immersive experience in a tunnel 100 meters underground. It is a key site for understanding the region’s working-class past.

The best time is during the summer (June to August), when the underground tour is available daily and the weather is ideal for combining your visit with outdoor activities in Lohja. Avoid the morning peak hours; choose the afternoon for fewer crowds. In winter, it is magical with snow, but tours are limited to weekends.

The upper part of the museum is accessible with ramps and lifts, but the underground mine tour is not suitable for wheelchairs due to stairs and uneven terrain; there are surface alternatives for everyone. Assistance is available for people with disabilities; contact them in advance at +358 19 369 0400 or visit their website for more details.

Near Tytyri, in Lohja, you can visit Lake Lohjanjärvi for boat trips or the town’s historic center with its medieval church. About 30 minutes away by car is Nuuksio National Park for hiking in Finnish nature. Combine your visit with these options for a full day in the region.

Wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes, as the underground mine is 8–10°C with damp surfaces; do not forget to bring water and a light jacket. Book the tour online in advance to guarantee your place, especially in high season, and download the audio guide app if available to enrich the experience. Arrive early to avoid waiting and consider having a picnic nearby afterward.