The ecologically designed Finnish Nature Centre Haltia presents the most spectacular natural attractions and diverse wildlife of Finland, in all 5 seasons. The architecture features Finnish design: timelessness, durability, functionality and environmental sustainability. Haltia is built entirely of wood and it received a special commendation for sustainability at the European museum of the year award in 2015.
In addition to various exhibitions, Haltia offers an auditorium for 200 persons and inspiring meeting rooms for 5-20 persons, a restaurant with delicious local food and a Haltia shop. Haltia is suitable for hosting all kinds of events from private events to larger occasions and seminars. There's highly acclaimed guided tours available at Haltia and its' nature tourism partners nearby organize guided tours and events at Nuuksio National Park, that is situated only a few kilometers from Haltia.
Both adults and kids love Haltia so it's no wonder that there is a high customer satisfaction and Haltia has continuously received Tripadvisor certificate of excellence. The staff of the Nature Centre can advise people planning to visit natural attractions and all 40 national parks anywhere in Finland. Haltia offers high quality environmental and nature education, there's popular nature schools for discovering and studying nature (for schools).
The Finnish Nature Centre Haltia is operated by Metsähallitus, which is a state-owned enterprise. Metsähallitus Parks and Wildlife Finland manage nature conservation, the provision of free facilities for outdoor recreation, and game and fisheries services on state-owned land, as well as all the 40 National Parks in Finland.