The Burgher's House Museum: A Glimpse into 19th-Century Helsinki Life
Step back into 1860s Helsinki at the Burgher's House Museum, the city's oldest wooden home, showcasing middle-class life and history.
Step back in time at the Burgher's House Museum, the oldest wooden house in central Helsinki, completed in 1816. Explore the home of Alexander Wickholm, a fire station officer, and his family, furnished to reflect middle-class life in the 1860s and 70s. Experience the atmosphere of a bygone era in this charming museum.
A brief summary to The Burgher's Home
- Kristianinkatu 12, Helsinki, 00170, FI
- +358931071549
- Visit website
- Wednesday 11 am-5 pm
- Thursday 11 am-5 pm
- Friday 11 am-5 pm
- Saturday 11 am-5 pm
- Sunday 11 am-5 pm
Local tips
- The Burgher's House is open during the summer season, from May to September, and also during the Christmas season. Check the museum's website for exact dates and opening hours.
- Admission is free !
- The museum is located in the Kruununhaka district, near other attractions.
- The museum is not wheelchair accessible.
Getting There
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Walking
The Burgher's House Museum is located at Kristianinkatu 12 in the Kruununhaka district. From Senate Square, walk northeast on Aleksanterinkatu, then turn left onto Snellmaninkatu. Continue onto Kristianinkatu; the museum will be on your left. The walk is approximately 10 minutes. No costs are associated with walking.
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Public Transport
The closest tram stop to the Burgher's House Museum is Snellmaninkatu. Several tram lines serve this stop. From Helsinki Central Station, take tram line 4 towards Katajanokka and get off at Snellmaninkatu. Walk north on Kristianinkatu to reach the museum. A single AB ticket costs €3.20 and is valid for 80 minutes.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Helsinki. A taxi from Helsinki Central Station to the Burgher's House Museum will cost approximately €13-€22, depending on traffic and the taxi company. The journey takes around 5-10 minutes. Taxi fares have a base fare of €5.30 during the day and €8.30 at night and on weekends, plus a kilometer rate of €1.39.
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