Didrichsen Art Museum: A Seaside Sanctuary of Art and Architecture
Discover Finnish and international art treasures in a stunning seaside villa and sculpture park on Helsinki's Kuusisaari island.
Nestled on the island of Kuusisaari, the Didrichsen Art Museum offers a unique blend of art, architecture, and nature. Originally the home of Marie-Louise and Gunnar Didrichsen, the museum showcases their private collection of Finnish and international modern art, Pre-Columbian artifacts, and Asian art within a stunning modernist villa designed by Viljo Revell.
A brief summary to Didrichsen Art Museum
- Kuusilahdenkuja 1, Helsinki, 00340, FI
- +358102193970
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Explore the sculpture park surrounding the museum, which is open to the public and features works by renowned artists like Henry Moore.
- Visit during the weekday mornings to avoid crowds and fully enjoy the exhibitions.
- Take advantage of the museum's seaside terrace café for a relaxing break with beautiful views.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Helsinki city center, take tram 4 to Munkkiniemen puistotie. Alternatively, take the metro from Kamppi to Aalto University station. From there, transfer to bus 510 or 52 to Kuusisaari. The bus stop is a short walk to the museum. A single AB ticket, valid for travel from Kamppi to Kuusisaari, costs approximately €3.
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Bicycle
The Didrichsen Art Museum is easily accessible by bicycle. During the summer, a city bike station is located approximately 50 meters from the museum on Kuusisaarenpolku. City bike rentals typically cost around €5-€10 per day.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
A taxi or ride-sharing service from Helsinki city center to the Didrichsen Art Museum takes approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost is €14-€17.
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