Villa Maija
Villa Maija is a historic villa built in 1888, which has recently been completely renovated for accommodation. We offer authentic villa life in Hanko >
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 >
Nordenskiöld’s table
Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld traveled trough Hanko in 1880 on his way to St. Petersburg to tell about his discovery of the northeast passage at the >
My Finland Poster 2021
Stay tuned for the final results on May 6, 2021. Meanwhile: check out modern and vintage Finland travel posters here!
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 >
History of Hanko
Hanko is situated in a strategically important location, which has largely affected the history of the town and the surroundings, where many battles >
Culture
Hanko has had an active cultural life throughout its existence. The aesthetic environment feeds creativity.
Hanko national urban park
The Hanko national urban park was established in order to protect the Spa Park and the Puistovuoret rocks, the unique environment along Bulevardi and >
Pike’s Gut
“The Guest Book of the Archipelago” – a unique attraction! A narrow strait located directly off the coast between two islands, Tullisaari and >
Hanko Front Museum
The Hanko Front Museum is located in a culturally and historically significant place, where the border between Finland and Soviet union ran from 1940 >
Hanko Museum
The Museum of Hanko presents, researches and preserves the history of Hanko since 1909. The Museum of Hanko is located in the old factory facilities >
The gallery and artotheque of the municipal library
Various exhibitions all year round in the gallery, and local art to rent and for sale in the artotheque. (photo: Linda Baarman)
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 >
In the footsteps of the emigrants
In 1880-1930 Hanko was the departure town for emigrants seeking a better life in America. There are still many places and buildings that are >
Life in Hangonkylä in the 18th century
The first population in central Hanko was found in the anchor place area of Kappelisatama. There were five houses in the village, and all men there >
The Soviet military base in Hanko 1940-41
The Winter War ended with the Moscow peace treaty 3.13.1940 and Hanko was rented to the Soviet Union as a naval base for 30 years. The rental period, >
In the footsteps of Mannerheim
During this guided tour we will hear about the military leader and statesman Gustav Mannerheim and his presence in Hanko. In July 1919 Gustaf >
The tales of the Spa Park Villas
The Spa Park is a marvellous and unique chapter in the history of Hanko. The Hanko Spa was founded in 1879 and the villa quarters were developed >
Guided bus tour
Experience the unique nature and maritime atmosphere in Hanko during a guided sightseeing tour. The standard sightseeing tour lasts for 1,5 hours. >
Town Hall Art Gallery
Changing exhibitions all year round. NB. The Gallery is closed until further notice because of renovation work.
The Architectural Walk in Hanko Town Centre
Let the buildings come to life and tell you their own history. Despite the short history of the town, Hanko has an astounding richness in >
The Love Path on Puistovuoret
Take a stroll along the Love Path and experience the unique mixture of outstanding nature and historical events. The 1.5 km long walk will take you >
Hanko national urban park
The Hanko national urban park was established in order to protect the Spa Park and the Puistovuoret rocks, the unique environment along Bulevardi and >
Pike’s Gut and Gustavsvärn
Gustavsvärn is the best kept part of a four-part fortress on an islet outside of Hanko. The fortress was built by the Swedes in the late 18th >
Villa Solgården
Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a villa built in 1904. The villa is situated in the beautiful Spa park and modernized (2015) to meet a more >
Pensionat Tellina & Thalatta
An idyllic villa on the seashore, near the amenities. Pensionat Tellina also includes Villa Thalatta. Rooms decorated in different styles, some with >
Beautiful villas
The beautiful old wooden villas in the Spa Park were built around the Hanko Spa around the turn of the 20th century. Some of the buildings still >
A guides recommendations
– Guided tours with their limited time seldom allow longer walks, but I can always recommend excursions on your own to some of my own favourite >
Beautiful pension of Hanko
– I feel deep pride and joy to be able to represent a bridge between the past and modern times. We need something soft, eternal and authentic >
Hanko Seaside
Spend an unforgettable day at the sea. Outside the coastline of Hanko you can find three magnificent lighthouses and many picturesque islands, that >