The Finnish Maritime Museum is located at Kotkansaari, Kotkansaarenkatu 2 in Kotka, one of the largest and most diverse maritime museums in Finland, founded in 1989.
The museum presents Finnish shipping and maritime activities in different eras. The museum's extensive collections include old ships, boats, navigation equipment, anchors and other maritime history artefacts. The museum also features interactive exhibitions that give visitors an insight into maritime history and the present day.
The Finnish Maritime Museum offers visitors guided tours, during which a guide tells interesting stories about the history of Finnish shipping. The museum is also home to the Vellamo Maritime Centre, which offers a variety of exhibitions, experiences and events for the whole family.
At the Vellamo Maritime Centre, you can learn about the underwater world, navigation equipment and maritime history through interactive exhibitions. The centre also has a marine adventure park for children, where you can climb a mast or study marine life under a microscope.
The Finnish Maritime Museum and Vellamo Marine Centre offer an interesting and educational experience for anyone interested in shipping and marine life.
The website of the Finnish Maritime Museum provides information about the museum, its collections and exhibitions, as well as opening hours and ticket sales. The website also provides information on the history of Finnish shipping and the development of the maritime industry.
Below is a link to the official website of the Finnish Maritime Museum: