Year-round Hanko
Year-round Hanko is truly a unique blend of calmness, refreshing moments in stormy weather, a genuine small-town feel and the beauty of the outer >
The Monument of Liberty
The monument of liberty in Hanko was erected in 1921 in remembrance of the landing of German forces in Hanko in 1918. When the citizens of Hanko came >
15 reasons to visit Hanko all year round
Hanko is magical all year round. Come enjoy various activities and unique cultural experiences. Pick and choose from the list of recommendations >
The Old Bank on Bulevardi
Are you looking for an inspiring and unusual creative meeting space for a day or two? Architect Ernst G. Hedman designed the Bank on Bulevardi for >
Kino Olympia – a rare treasure
Sink down into a soft dark red velvet seat, and you will be transferred back in time to Hanko in the 1940s. Kino Olympia is a real pearl amongst >
By Bike with Leena
Experience Hanko with Leena Immonen, in an unique way by bike: Cycle tour visiting Hanko artists Let your guide take you to three artists’ studios. >
Cycle tour visiting Hanko craftsmen
A purser made of an old book, a soft as a breeze quilt, a beautiful rug, a coaster made of wood with a Hanko picture, an ancient, totally renovated >
Christmas in Hanko 2023
Welcome to enjoy Christmas in Hanko! Visit cozy cafés and restaurants for delicacies. Do your Christmas shopping in idyllic local stores and on >
The Koverhar Iron and Steel Plant Memorial
Heikki Kukkonen 2016 Former employees of the plant initiated the steel monument in memory of one of the most historically important industries in >
Culture
Hanko has had an active cultural life throughout its existence. The aesthetic environment feeds creativity.
The Chapel of Täktom
The chapel was built by Carl V. Gylphe in 1920 as a memorial for his daughter Lucie Vera, who died at the age of two. The chapel was planned by >
The Church of Lappohja
The Church was originally consecrated as a prayer-house for the Evangelical Movement in 1913. During the Russian occupation of the area in 1941, the >
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hanko
The church was built in 1892 to the Neo-Gothic design of Jac. Ahrenberg. The church was repaired after the last war and restored in 1972-73. The >
Hanko Front Museum
The museum presents the history of the Hanko Front during the years 1939 to 1941, when Hanko peninsula was occupied by the Soviet Union. Opening >
Hanko Museum
Hanko Museum is one of our city’s oldest buildings. They have a new exhibition every year about the fascinating history of Hanko. NB. Hanko >
The Henriksberg Gallery
Changing art exhibitions, open all year round by prior appointment.
Gallery Pekka Vehviläinen
Watercolours. Permanent exhibitions at Pizzeria Nadin, Ratakatu 22 and Alan’s Café, Raatihuoneentori 4.
Art Gallery Esko Sihtola
Oil paintings, water colours, graphics. Further information on the webpage.
The municipal library and gallery and artotheque
Changing exhibitions all year round in the gallery, and local art to rent and for sale in the artotheque. Further information on the webpage. >
The Orthodox Church
Because of the many Russian spa guests the Orthodox Church built in Hanko in 1895. The Church was designed by architect Barankejev. Spa guests also >
Town Hall Art Gallery
Changing exhibitions all year round. Further information on the webpage.
Pub Grönan
Pub Grönan is one of Hanko’s most legendary bars. Live music all year round! Opening hours: gronan.fi