About the Temppeliaukio Church
Quarried out of the natural bedrock and designed by architects Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen, Temppeliaukio Church opened in 1969. The church is immersed in the mountain, but sunlight comes in through the skylights.
The building is often used as a concert hall thanks to the extraordinary acoustics created by the rugged rock surface of the walls. As an altarpiece they use a crack in the rock wall.
Its spectacular atmosphere, unique architecture and excellent acoustics make it one of the most popular attractions in Helsinki. The church is part of the Töölö parish, and its copper-domed interiors are a popular venue for wedding and christening ceremonies.
Street address: Lutherinkatu 3
Buy your entrance ticket from Stromma and save time
We are a partner of Temppeliaukio Church and a sales channel for entrance tickets to the church. Book your visit securely and conveniently in advance through us.
By purchasing your ticket online in advance, you can save valuable time, especially on busy days.
Please note that the church is not open to visitors during weddings, funerals, baptisms, worship services, and ticketed events. Check the current opening hours in advance.
Combine your visit with the Hop On-Hop Off bus tour
Temppeliaukio Church is conveniently located right next to Hop On-Hop Off stop 14. From May to September, you can easily combine your church visit with a scenic city tour. Hop off to explore the iconic Rock Church, then hop back on to continue discovering Helsinki’s top attractions—all at your own pace!
Entrance to both the Temppeliaukio Church and the Hop On-Hop Off tour is included also in the Helsinki Card.
