Piggy Town, Pirkanmaa Travel Guide
A charming children's area in Särkänniemi Amusement Park with rides, playgrounds, and the delightful Pouta Pig.
Piggy Town (Kärsänniemi) is a colorful and engaging themed area within Särkänniemi Amusement Park in Tampere, Finland, designed especially for young children. It features eight amusement rides, a large playground, and the chance to meet Pouta Pig and their friends.
A brief summary to Piggy Town
- Laiturikatu 8, Tampere, 33230, FI
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Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Piggy Town.
- Check height restrictions for rides in advance to avoid disappointment for smaller children.
- Visit during off-peak hours for shorter queues and a more relaxed experience.
- Take advantage of the ride buddy service if your child is hesitant to ride alone; it's available until August 3, 2025.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Tampere city center, walk north along Hämeenkatu Street, cross the bridge over Tammerkoski rapids, and continue onto Paasikivenkatu. Turn left onto Laiturikatu. Piggy Town is located inside Särkänniemi, approximately a 30-minute walk.
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Public Transport
From Tampere Railway Station, take bus number 2 or 14 directly to Särkänniemi. Alternatively, take tram line 3 to the Särkänniemi tram stop; from there, it's a short walk to the park entrance. A single Nysse ticket for zones AB costs approximately €3.00 and is valid for 90 minutes.
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Taxi
A taxi from Tampere city center to Särkänniemi takes about 5 minutes and typically costs between €10-€13.
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Parking
If driving, parking is available at Särkänniemi for a fixed fee of €18 for all Moovy app users. Electric car charging points are also available for €0.25/kWh. Consider parking in the city center at P-Näsinkulma for €18/day + 15% Moovy service fee if Särkänniemi parking is full.
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