Opening hours, tickets & visitor info

You can visit Nuuksio Reindeer Park during public opening hours or book a private visit outside those times.

The office is open on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Reindeer Park staff can be reached via WhatsApp at +358 45 787 338 63.


🕒 Public Opening Hours

No advance booking required during public hours, except in December. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance from our online store. Tickets can also be purchased on site.
Card payment preferred.


❄️ WINTER SEASON
(October–April)

February 2026
• Wednesday 16:00–18:00 (4–6pm)
• Saturday12:00–15:00 (12–3pm)
• Sunday 12:00–15:00 (12–3pm)

March–April
• Wednesday 17:00–19:00 (5–7pm)  
• Saturday12:00–15:00 (12–3pm)
• Sunday 12:00–15:00 (12–3pm)

Exceptions:
• Closed on Wed 25 March
• Closed on Wed 8 April


☀️ SUMMER SEASON
(May–September)

• Saturday 13:00–16:00 (1–4pm)
• Sunday 13:00–16:00 (1–4pm)

Exceptions:
• Closed on Sat 27 June
• Closed on Sun 19 July


🎟 Admision Fees

Ticket type                                      Price

• Adult                                                 €26
• Child (4–11 yrs)                               €14
• Family (2 adults + 1–2 children)  €64
• Under 4 yrs                                      Free

• Student discount:  -10% (purchased on-site with a valid student card)
• EU Disability Card: An assistant is admitted free of charge with an EU Disability Card (A marking) or other valid documentation. The assisted person must have a valid admission ticket. The permit applies to one assistant only.


🎟 What's included

  • Lichen to feed the reindeer

  • Campfire coffee (or tea/juice) and a bun in a traditional Lappish kota hut (gluten-free option available).

December special: mulled wine (glögi) & gingerbread 


🛒 Tickets

Tickets can be purchased:

• 👉 From the SmaShop online store  (recommended in December)
• On site (card payment preferred)

Your payment receipt is your admission ticket.


⏳ Visit Duration

The public area is small – about 1 hour is ideal.
We recommend arriving on the hour for a smoother visitor flow.


🦌 About the Reindeer

Reindeer are semi-wild animals.
They may rest in the shade in warm weather, and not all reindeer are always visible.  
They do not enjoy petting, but visitors can hand-feed them lichen, which the reindeer love.


🛍 Souvenir Shop

Small shop selling for example:
Reindeer bone jewellery and local handicrafts. Perfect as a personal keepsake or a gift


💎 Amethyst Pass – Find Your Lucky Stone!

€28 each

With a private booking, you can mine a genuine Finnish raw amethyst in the park’s mining shed. Includes a certificate of authenticity.

Amethyst mining is not guaranteed during general opening hours.


👥 Private Visits & Groups

Available outside public opening hours, mainly on weekdays.
Required for groups of more than 10 people.

Price of a private visit (1 hour):

1–4 persons: €195 total
Additional persons: +€40 per person
Group of 10–45 persons: €38 per person

Includes:

• Guide (Finnish / English
• Reindeer feeding
• Campfire drinks & cinnamon buns
• Exclusive experience (no other visitors)

📩 Request a quote: sma@sma.fi


Optional extras:

• Amethyst mining for small groups
• Campfire meals in the kota hut
• Private celebrations
• Meetings in a cozy kota hut

Cancellation Policy

Tickets and private bookings are non-refundable, including no-shows.


ℹ️ Visitor Tips

  • Open year-round, in all weather

  • Dress for outdoor conditions

  • Natural terrain with boardwalks and some stairs

  • Dogs are not allowed

  • No outside food during public hours


📍 Location & Getting Here

Nuuksio Reindeer Park
Nuuksiontie 83, 02820 ESPOO

🚆 From Helsinki:
Train U / E / L → Espoo Centre and
Bus 245(A) → Nuuksio

🚗 Parking:

  • Limited parking at the park

  • Larger parking at Haltia Nature Centre (1 km before)

🚫 Please do not park on private roads.


📱 Follow Us

Instagram: @nuuksioreindeerpark
#NuuksioReindeerPark