For Families
Holidaying with kids – right here in Ylöjärvi
Got the whole family packed in the car and need somewhere to go? Does your bunch enjoy fresh outdoor air and the peace of nature? How about cooking sausages on a campfire? Or would a hobby horse course or beaches be your thing? In the Räikkä area, for example, you can easily spend many hours. We invite all children and child-minded adults to explore the possibilities.
If you’re looking for a greater challenge, check out the Ylöjärvi Retkelle map service for less well-known trails and destinations. And check out the City of Ylöjärvi’s event calendar for top tips for your family!
You can also find great ideas for family holiday activities on this page. Relax and let us suggest the most suitable destination for you.
Discover the child-friendly destinations in Ylöjärvi
Browse all destinations, pick your favourite, and go on a trip with the kids!
Serlapuisto Beach
Beautiful sandy and child-friendly beach in Siivikkala by the lake Näsijärvi. The services include an ice cream kiosk in the summer as well as changing rooms and toilets. At Serlapuisto you will al..
Aro Beach
Beatiful beach by the lake Keijärvi with changing rooms, toilets and a football court. Toilets are located near the parking lot...
Ylöjärvi Indoor Swimming Pool and Sports Centre
Ylöjärvi Indoor Swimming Pool and Sports Centre facility offers two 25-metre lanes, a cold plunge pool, children’s teaching and paddling pool, and a slide. There is also a gym and opportunities fo..
Haveri Gold Mine Area
The area of the former Haveri Gold Mine offers many activities and sights for you to enjoy. The mine was opened in the 18th century, and a mine tower and large, rocky open pit can still be seen in the..
Kuru Open Air Museum and Ensign Stål’s Cabin
Kuru Open Air Museum is open in summer. Its main attraction is Ensign Stål’s cabin, where Finland’s national poet J. L. Runeberg was inspired by the tales of Ensign Polviander. There are a total ..
Kuusela Beach
Kuusela beach is located next to the lake Näsijärvi. The beach has changing rooms and toilets. You can also use the pier at Kuusela beach for swimming...
Riuttaskorpi Forest
Riuttaskorpi forest is an area in Kuru, Ylöjärvi, where you can go and enjoy the nature. There are around 15 kilometers of marked trails with four parking lots and five campfire places/sheds. You ca..
Hevossaari Beach
You can find both sand and grass on Hevossaari beach. The beach is shallow, so it is child-friendly. You can also use the pier on the beach to take a dip in Lake Keihäsjärvi. There are changing roo..
Kuttuniska Trail
Kuttuniska trail can be found in Kuru (Ylöjärvi), by the Karjula river. The trail is a 3,5 kilometer route and you get to see the Karjula river from both sides. Kuttuniska is also part of the hiking..
Viljakkala Library
Viljakkala Library provides library services and guidance on the Ylöjärvi City’s services. The library is open as self-service library early in the morning, in the evenings and at weekends. Librar..
Kuru Library
Kuru Library provides library services and guidance on the Ylöjärvi City’s services. The library is open as self-service library early in the morning, in the evenings and at weekends. Library coll..
Lepojärvi Beach
The sandy Lepojärvi beach is located next to the beautiful lake Lepojärvi. There are changing rooms and toilets located at the beach...
Paijala Beach
Paijala beach is a small but beautiful sandy beach with changing rooms and toilets. It is located on the shore of the idyllic lake Kyrösjärvi...
Haveri Beach
Sandy beach by the beautiful lake Kyrösjärvi. Changing rooms and toilets are awailable. In addition, you can find a volleyball court, playground and outdoor gym at Haveri beach...
Tiitiäinen Forest
The Forest of Tiitäinen contains a number of spruces, pines, and aspens that go up to the heights. The twenty-seven hectare forest is located in the vicinity of the Ylöjärvi town centre, right next..
Trees Nature Trail around Lake Veittijärvi
The Trees nature trail features information boards about 14 species of trees growing in Finland. The boards also tell you about how these species have been used in different times for purposes such as..
Räikkä Cross-Country Skiing Trail
The cross-country skiing trail of Räikkä area will be snowed as soon as the weather is favorable. The length of the trail depends on the snow situation, the longest trail is about 1,6 kilometers. Th..
The Beach and Park Area of Räikkä
The beautiful and close-to-nature beach of Räikkä is located in a wide park area called Räikkä. At the child-friendly beach you will find a swimming pier, toilets and changing rooms. During the ba..
Murto Beach
Murto beach is located next to the beautiful lake Keijärvi. Road Keijärventie will take you to the beach. Here you can either play in the grass or chill on the sandy beach. In Murto beach you can fi..
Skate Park Ylöjärvi
Ylöjärvi has a 1,500 square meter skate park full of things to do. You can find the skate park in Elovainio area in Ulkoilijantie, behind the training center Valo. The park has plenty of space for ..
Mutala Beach
Mutala beach is located next to the beautiful lake Näsijärvi. The beach is situated in the small village of Mutala and there are changing rooms and toilet available...
Karhe Beach
Karhe beach is located in the small village of Karhe, next to Karhejärvi. There are changing rooms and toilet at the beach...
Ylöjärvi Main Library Leija
Ylöjärvi Main Library Leija has a diverse selection of literature for people of all ages, as well as records, sheet music, films, musical instruments, magazines, newspapers, games and sports equipme..
Kurki Beach
Kurki beach is located next to lake Kyrösjärvi. Kurki beach is a beautiful child-friendly, sandy beach, where you can also lay down on the grass or go swimming from the pier. Changing rooms and to..
Hoppanen Beach
Hoppanen beach is located next to lake Näsijärvi. The beach is shallow, so suitable for children. There are changing rooms and toilets available...