[2025 Helsinki Attraction] Travel Guide for Alvar Aalto House (Updated Nov)

The Aalto House in Finland is a warm and inviting residence that perfectly preserves the lifestyle and design philosophy of Alvar and Aino Aalto. The white exterior walls harmonize beautifully with the wooden interior, creating a simple yet cozy atmosphere. The living room features large windows that let in natural light, and every piece of furniture and lighting is meticulously designed. Despite this, the house retains a homely feel, exuding the warmth of a place where people actually lived. It is a special location where time flows quietly and peacefully. 📍 Riihitie 20, 00330 Helsinki, Finland

About 40 minutes from Helsinki Central Station A lovely house worth visiting 🚌💨 I had been looking forward to coming here ever since I made the reservation before my trip 🥰💕💕 Inside the house, it was filled with my favorite AALTO furniture, lighting, and miscellaneous items 🛋️✨ I wondered how someone could come up with such amazing interior designs, but every room offered various inspirations, sharpening my senses as I explored 😌🤍 AALTO's designs, which emphasize harmony with nature, are captivating no matter where you encounter them 💓 📍Riihitie 20, 00330 Helsinki, Finland

I visited the 'Aalto House' in Helsinki, Finland! This charming home is located about 40 minutes from Helsinki by bus 🚌. I heard that making a reservation in advance ensures a smooth visit, so I booked ahead and went! The layout, design, and interior of the entire space were so stunning that I genuinely felt like I wanted to live there. Aalto's design, which emphasizes harmony with nature, is captivating and inspiring no matter where you encounter it. This is a must-see tourist spot for architecture lovers!!

About Alvar Aalto He is a modernist architect and designer representing Finland. His works are known for their harmony with nature, functionality, and human-centered design. This time, we visited 1 and 2 below. 1: Finlandia Hall • Year of completion: 1971 • Address: Mannerheimintie 13e, Helsinki • Features: A concert hall and conference facility. The white marble facade is impressive, and Aalto's unique acoustic design and use of wood inside stand out. One of Aalto's masterpieces in his later years. 〇An attractive place that is close to Helsinki Central Station and within walking distance🙆 2: Aalto House • Year of completion: 1936 • Address: Riihitie 20, Munkkiniemi, Helsinki • Features: A home and studio designed by Aalto for himself and his wife Aino. A space that incorporates Nordic warmth into modernism, with an emphasis on wood and natural light. It is currently a museum that can be visited. 〇This is about 30 minutes by tram, reservations are required, and a guided tour in English is included. If you have time, make a reservation together with the studio below, which is even more convenient as it is within walking distance. ◎Aalto Studio • Year of completion: 1955 • Address: Tiilimäki 20, Munkkiniemi, Helsinki • Features: This building was used as Aalto's architectural office, and is just a few minutes' walk from Aalto's own home. It is designed around a courtyard, providing an ideal space for creative work. ◎National Pension Agency Headquarters Building (now Kela Headquarters) • Year of completion: 1956 • Address: Nordenskiöldinkatu 12, Helsinki • Features: An office building that combines the functionality and warmth of public architecture. It features brick exterior walls and a soft interior.