Vappu, May Day, is pretty much the craziest party in Finland. And in Tampere, too. Everyone's in a good mood, waiting for summer to start...

Forget traditional ways of exploring a new city! Instead, buy an orienteering map and start finding the places no tourist has seen before...

"Pyynikki Beach" in Tampere, on the coast of Iidesjärvi is worth visiting throughout the year, especially during the height of winter - it's just so picturesque!

"Cafe Katto" in Tampere is a perfect place to have a chill glass of sparkling wine during a sunny summer day on a red brick Finlayson rooftop!

Kumma Bar & Street Kitchen in Tampere is a truly unique restaurant, as it not only serves fusion street cuisine, it also serves both extravagant meat & vegan/vegetarian dishes!

"Tanssikoulu Fabrika" in Tampere is a dance school where you can drop in for a single lesson or follow a prolonged course - I can recommend their hip hop!

"Hakasen Leipomo" in Tampere is a local bakery that sells uncommon pastries - it's the perfect place to try peremec, or 'pärämätsi',' and other delicacies.

"Mallas²" in Tampere is a down-to-earth pub that offers anything you can ask from one. To me, it's a sacred relic from back when I was an exchange student.

"Fujimi" must be the best Japanese restaurant in Tampere. A Japanese friend brought me here raving once and compared the food to his mother's cooking!

"Kaijakka" is THE place in Tampere where the locals gather, have a few drinks and sing their hearts out on the karaoke stage, in front of everyone!

"Ravintola Mazin" in Tampere is a small Mediterranean restaurant outside the city center. I always sit by the window with the nice view of Sammonkatu....

"Café Europa" in Tampere is a proper lounge to hang out at if you want to spend some time sitting by yourself, enjoying the Central European lounge decor.