{"id":14040,"date":"2019-11-19T16:49:05","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T14:49:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.omenahotels.com\/?p=14040"},"modified":"2022-06-17T14:59:41","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T11:59:41","slug":"welcome-to-jyvaskyla-top-attractions-and-travel-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test3.omenahotels.com\/en\/welcome-to-jyvaskyla-top-attractions-and-travel-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 \u2013 Top Attractions and Travel Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Planning a trip to Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4? We have compiled a list of recommendations and popular attractions in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 to help you make the most of your stay!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 is the capital of the Finnish Lakeland. Surrounded by water and hills, the city is a charming and compact destination full of possibilities. \u201cThe Athens of Finland\u201d got the nickname due to its well-established university and the strong educational traditions. The large student population in a city of 140 000 people gives it a youthful vibe \u2013 and a lively nightlife. Omena Hotel is conveniently located in the very centre of Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4, from where it is easy to explore the city by foot.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>Top attractions &amp; things to do in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4<\/h1>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>1. Architectural Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4: Alvar Aalto sites<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 is known for the world-famous architect Alvar Aalto, and you can find <a href=\"https:\/\/visitjyvaskyla.fi\/en\/alvaraalto\">29 of his buildings around the city<\/a>. Many of them are popular tourist attractions. Some of the sites are open for visitors, and some of the visits you need to reserve beforehand. The rest you can enjoy from the outside. Near the centre you will find for example:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>University of Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4<\/li>\n<li>Construction office<\/li>\n<li>Casa Laur\u00e9n<\/li>\n<li>Aira-house<\/li>\n<li>Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 City Theatre<\/li>\n<li>Museum of Central Finland<\/li>\n<li>Central Police Station<\/li>\n<li>Defence Corps Building<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>2. Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 City Church and the Church Park<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 area there are many interesting churches, like <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/584\/\">Old Church of Pet\u00e4j\u00e4vesi<\/a> that belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage List. If you choose to stay within the central area, do visit the Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 City Church and the surrounding park. The romanesque and gothic styled church was designed by L. I. Lindqvist and consecrated in1880. The greenery surrounding the church is a popular spot for picnics and hangouts. Great for budget travelers!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Jyv%25C3%25A4skyl%25C3%25A4-Jyv%25C3%25A4skyl%25C3%25A4n-kaupunginkirkko.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14062 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Jyv%C3%A4skyl%C3%A4-Jyv%C3%A4skyl%C3%A4n-kaupunginkirkko.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max&amp;h=200&amp;w=300\" alt=\"Curch in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>3. The City Hall \u2013 get to know the history of Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The City Hall is located near the church. An impressive building from 1899 was designed by Karl Viktor Reinius and has a colourful history with lots of renovations. The City Hall arranges guided tours around the premises.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>4. Best views in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4: Harju ridge and observation tower<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/visitjyvaskyla.fi\/en\/see-experience\/the-centre-of-jyvaskyla\/harju-ridge-vesilinna-observation-tower\">Harju tower<\/a> is a well-known landmark in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4. The ridge itself is loved by the locals, where one can enjoy walks, picnics or go crazy running up the Nero stairs (\u201cStairs of Knowledge\u201d). The <a href=\"https:\/\/visitjyvaskyla.fi\/en\/palveluhakemisto\/2838\/vesilinna_restaurant\">Vesilinna observation tower<\/a> offers a great view over the city and is open for visitors during the restaurant\u2019s opening hours. The Natural History Museum of Central Finland is also located there. \u00a0In addition, the tower is an essential part of the soundscape in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4. Laulu synnyinseudulle (\u201cA Song for the Native Place\u201d) by Aulis Raitala is played from the tower every summer evening at 8 pm.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for things to do in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 with children, take a nice walk to Harju, enjoy the view and get some fresh air for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>5. Shopping in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4: the walking street<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The atmospheric central street (also called the walking street) is a relaxed and joyful meeting place for the locals. The very central spot has been marked with a huge compass painted on the pavement. Along the street one can find restaurants, bar terraces, shopping malls and picturesque boutiques. Are you traveling to Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 for work? The walking street is a great place to relax after a busy day.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Digital art in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4: the famous murals<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 showcases several impressive murals around the city, and now the intriguing artwork can also be explored and enhanced with a smartphone. The project was carried out by Nordic Art Network during the City of digital art festival. The beautiful artwork by the well-known artists Million and Onur are located right around the corner from the Omena Hotel. \u201cKeep Me\u201d can be found at Vapaudenkatu 65 and \u201cThe Last Cocktail\u201d at Ilmarisenkatu 12. Check out a video of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YAmoE20bc8M\">murals coming alive<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14057 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max\" alt=\"Impressive mural of two men in the city of Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 \" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=700 700w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=225&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=300 300w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=420&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=560 560w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=480&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=640 640w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=400 400w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1024 1024w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1536 1536w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=2048 2048w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/muraali-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1280 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>7. A Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 landmark you can\u2019t miss: the Kuokkala Bridge<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Kuokkala Bridge separates two central districts in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4, Kuokkala and Lutakko. The view from the bridge over the lake is gorgeous, as is the bridge itself. When walking the harbor right to the bridge opening, you can find an art piece by Seppo Uuranm\u00e4ki, called Keinuja (the Swinger). It has been swinging under the bridge since 2002. The bridge is beautifully lit in the dark.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>8. A must-see place in the summer: Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 Harbour<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Right by the bridge you can find the lively harbour. During summers it\u2019s the central spot for many outdoor events, in addition to which you can enjoy the restaurants ice-cream parlours or one of the many water sports. During the summer the harbour is the second living room of the citizens, and a home for many local cruises.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>9. Events in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4: Toivola Old Courtyard<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YAmoE20bc8M\">Toivola Old Courtyard<\/a> artisan\u2019s boutiques and workshops, Toivola Restaurant, and the Museum of Central Finland\u2019s craftsmen\u2019s homes are open for visitors throughout the year. During the summer, the warehouses serve as artisan\u2019s shops. Services include classes and workshops, guided tours, exhibitions, and special events.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Hosting many events throughout the year Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 is a great holiday destination for adult travelers. The restaurants, nightlife and other go-to places are located right around the corner from Omena Hotel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>Shopping in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>All the shopping possibilities in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 are easily reached by foot. Even by the central street (Kauppakatu) you can find three malls hosting everything from small specialized boutiques to international chains. For your convenience Omena Hotel is located near enough, so you get to drop your shoppings before you continue to enjoy your day.<\/p>\n<p>The location of the hotel is idea for people traveling for business. If you arrive by public transport, you will arrive at Matkakeskus (Travel Centre), and by car you only need one turn from the main central road.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14051\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14051\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14051 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/omenahotels.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;fit=max\" alt=\"Wilhelmiinan Konditoria\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=700 700w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=225&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=300 300w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=420&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=560 560w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=480&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=640 640w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;h=300&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=400 400w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1024 1024w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1536 1536w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=2048 2048w, https:\/\/omenahotels-staging.imgix.net\/app\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Wilhelmiina6-jkl.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&amp;fit=max&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1&amp;w=1280 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14051\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wilhelmiinan Konditoria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1>Dining in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4<\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>How to find the best restaurants in Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4? The city is filled with restaurants, and few of the most loved ones include the Italian Trattoria Aukio, the Viking Restaurant Harald, P\u00f6ll\u00f6waari and internationally recognized Figaro. Get to know the restaurants better at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eat.fi\/\">Eat.fi<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to treat yourself with a great breakfast! The breakfast partner of Omena Hotel is the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilhelmiinankonditoria.fi\/\">Wilhelmiinan Konditoria<\/a>, one-minute walk from the hotel at Asemakatu 6. The atmospheric caf\u00e9 in itself is worth a visit!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Planning a trip to Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4? 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