Welcome also to experience the reindeer live, in person:
During our gerenral opening hours, no advance booking is required.
• Winter season: October–April
• Summer season: May–September
Tickets can conveniently be purchased in advance from our SmaShop online store or on-site, but we recommend card payment.
Please note that in December, entry is mainly reserved for visitors who have purchased their tickets in advance.
December 2025
• Wed Dec 03 16:00–18:00
• Sat Dec 06 SOLD OUT
• Sun Dec 07 SOLD OUT
• Wed Dec 10 16:00–18:00
• Sat Dec 13 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 – Santa Claus 🎅🏻 🎄
• Sun Dec 14 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 – Santa Claus 🎅🏻 🎄
• Wed Dec 17 16:00–18:00
• Sat Dec 20 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 – Santa Claus 🎅🏻 🎄
• Sun Dec 21 11:00–13:00 & 14:00–16:00 – Santa Claus 🎅🏻 🎄
• Fri Dec 26 12:00–15:00
• Sat Dec 27 12:00–15:00
• Sun Dec 28 12:00–15:00
The Reindeer Park is closed on Christmas Eve (Dec 24) and on New Year’s Eve (Dec 31), and unfortunately private bookings are not available on these days either.
NOTE: Entry is primarily for guests with advance tickets. Santa Claus will visit the Reindeer Park on December 7, 13–14 and 20–21, during special two-hour openings.
January 2026
• Wednesday 16:00-18:00
• Saturday 12:00–15:00
• Sunday 12:00–15:00
February (note! additional times for LUX Nuuksio)
• Wednesday 16:00-18:00
• Saturday 12:00–15:00
• Sunday 12:00–15:00
• Friday, February 6th, 17:00–19:00 ⭐️ LUX NUUKSIO
• Saturday, February 7th, 12:00–15:00 and 17:00–19:00 ⭐️ LUX NUUKSIO
March – April
• Saturday 12:00–15:00
• Sunday 12:00–15:00
May–September
• Saturday 13:00–16:00
• Sunday 13:00–16:00
Ticket type Price
Adult EUR 26
Child (4–11 yrs) EUR 14
Family (2 adults + 1–2 children) EUR 64
Under 4 yrs Free
Student discount -10% (purchased on-site with a valid student card)
Lichen to feed the reindeer
Campfire coffee (or tea/juice) and a bun in a cozy Lappish kota hut by the fire
In December: mulled wine and gingerbread cookies (no coffee&bun)
The public area of the reindeer park is fairly small – about one hour is enough for your visit.
We recommend arriving on the hour for a smoother visitor flow.
Reindeer behave naturally – in hot weather they may stay in the shade.
We cannot guarantee that all reindeer are visible at all times.
You can buy tickets:
👉 From the SmaShop online store
👉 On site (card or cash, card preferred)
Your payment receipt acts as your admission ticket.
Small shop selling e.g. reindeer bone jewellery and handicrafts
Perfect as a personal keepsake or a gift
EUR 25 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
Available outside general opening hours, primarily on weekdays.
Groups of more than 10 people: private booking required.
Group size Price
1–4 persons EUR 195
Extra persons + EUR 40 / person
Over 10 persons from EUR 370
Extra persons + EUR 37 / person
Lichen for feeding reindeer
Guide (Finnish/English) with factual information about reindeer
Campfire coffee (or tea/juice) and cinnamon buns in the kota hut
Exclusive experience – no other visitors present at the same time
Amethyst mining for small groups
Campfire meals in the kota hut
Private celebrations
Meetings in a cozy kota hut
Other activity packages
📩 Request a quote: sma@sma.fi
Tickets and private bookings are non-refundable, even in case of no-show.
🦌 Open year-round, in all weather conditions
Come as you are – rain, shine or snow!
🦌 No reservation needed during public opening hours.
Tickets can be purchased online or on-site.
🕐 1 hour is enough.
The park is small but atmospheric.
🦌 Reindeer are semi-wild.
They don't like petting, but love lichen hand-fed by visitors.
📷 Bring a camera or phone!
Capture unforgettable moments.
🧥 Dress for the weather.
Be prepared for changing conditions.
🌲 Natural terrain.
Path from parking includes boardwalks and some stairs.
🐕 Note: Dogs are not allowed in the reindeer park.
🍝 No outside food allowed at the hut during public hours.
Campfire sausages and drinks are available for purchase.
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Nuuksio Reindeer Park
Nuuksiontie 83, 02820 ESPOO
Directions on website: https://www.nuuksioreindeerpark.fi/en/contact-information/
🚆 From Helsinki by public transport:
Trains U, E, or L → Espoo Center
From there, bus 245(A) to Nuuksio
Bus leaves from platform 32 (next to the train tracks)
🚗 Parking:
Limited parking at Reindeer Park
Larger parking available at Haltia Nature Centre (1 km before the park, Nuuksiontie 84)
🚫 Please do not park on private roads!
Residents must have access to their homes, and snowplows must operate freely in winter.
