Espoo, Finland: City Guide with United Travels

Welcome to Espoo, Finland's dynamic second-largest city, nestled right beside the capital, Helsinki, within the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. [7, 9] Often described as 'Finland in miniature', Espoo offers a unique blend where innovation and technology meet stunning natural landscapes, from the vast Nuuksio National Park to a breathtaking Baltic Sea archipelago with over 165 islands. [5, 7, 9, 10] Unlike traditional cities, Espoo thrives with multiple city centres, each offering distinct character, culture, and amenities, all seamlessly connected yet deeply rooted in nature. [6, 7] It's a hub for international business and research, home to Aalto University and major tech companies, yet maintains a strong connection to its natural surroundings with extensive forests, 95 lakes, and 58 km of coastline. [3, 5, 7, 9, 10]