Häme castle
(http://www.nba.fi/en/hame...) is the main attraction of Hämeenlinna. Medieval red brick castle, which now serves as a museum and a venue for some events. Guided tours are available. There are also couple of other museums e.g. prison museum next to the castle. Between the castle and city centre there is a large park area Linnanpuisto, where the annual Wanaja Festival is held at summer.Aulanko
(http://www.aulanko.fi/ind...) Originally a natural park with great sights, equipped in late 18's and early 19's with an observation tower, other buildings of stone, artificial ponds and rare plant species. Today the area offers also plenty of services, including accommodation in the famous hotel and various outdoor activities.Tank museum in Parola
[ (http://www.panssarikilta....)] Situated some kilometres north from the city center. For those who are interested in military equipment.Holy Cross Church
in Hattula, a little north of Hämeenlinna. Medieval, gothic church, built mostly of red bricks. Inside there are many paintings and sculptures.Ahvenisto ridge
Beautiful ridge area in western side of the city. Beach of the lake Ahvenisto, "Appara" is a popular place for hanging out, especially in the summer. The swimming arena, in which some swimming competitions of 1952 olympics took part, isn't in use though. In the ridge area there are also e.g. paths for jogging or skiing and a racing track which is a nuisance among locals and a synonym for Ahvenisto for others, while many motor sport events are held there.The birthplace of Jean Sibelius is now a museum, telling about the composer's childhood, at Hallituskatu 11. The old wooden house is conserved between bigger modern buildings. The museum is open after renovation.
