Access for people with a disability

  • Accessibility of exhibition spaces

    Threshold heights of no more than 2.5 cm Ramp with a gentle incline Door and walkway width of at least 85 cm Wheelchair lift Availability of a wheelchair for visitor use Availability of a pushchair for visitor use

  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

    Door width of at least 80 cm 1.5 m of room for turning At least 80 cm of space next to the toilet seat.

  • Easy access to exhibition spaces

    There are parking spaces close to the museum entrance with stair-free access to Vapriikki. The museum has one separate parking space for those with disabilities.

  • Guide dogs

    Guide, assistant and companion animals – including assistant dogs in training – are welcome at the Museum.

  • Induction loop

    An induction loop is available for users of hearing aids at the information desk. The sound is clear and of a suitable volume, with no interference between the speaker and the listener.

  • Tours for special groups

    We offer tours in plain language for groups. A wireless sound system can be booked for the group upon request.

  • Elevators

    Elevators to other floors of the building can be found in the lobby, Stone Museum (Kivimuseo), and the Postal Museum. Vapriikki has four floors

  • Wheelchairs and Strollers

    Wheelchairs and strollers can be borrowed if needed, near the cloakroom. Folding chairs are also available. Please ask our staff for assistance.

  • Childcare

    A separate childcare room is located in the lobby of Vapriikki. The room is equipped with a changing table, chair, and water point.

  • Cloakroom

    The cloakroom is located to the right of the main entrance. The cloakroom is self-service, and the coat rack is unattended.

  • Storage Lockers

    Next to the coat racks, there are locked, free storage lockers available. Backpacks are not allowed in the exhibition areas. Please place umbrellas, large bags, water bottles, and snacks in the lockers. For larger suitcases that don't fit in the lockers, you can leave them at Vapriikki's information desk.
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Safety measures are followed at Vapriikki to create a safer environment.

We are polite
At Vapriikki, everyone is treated kindly! We respect different individuals and opinions. We don’t make assumptions based on factors like gender, background, ethnicity, culture, sexuality, ability, or wealth.

No bullying here
We approach new things without prejudice, wanting to learn and grow. If you encounter harassment or any inappropriate behavior, don't be a bystander. Please report it to Vapriikki staff.

We are here for you
We believe in inspiring through knowledge. At Vapriikki, learning, insights, and experiences go hand in hand. We promote equality, inclusivity, and strive to reduce societal inequalities. We work towards accuracy of information, increase transparency in producing knowledge, and address the problem of dismissing science. You're welcome to ask questions and wonder. Each person is free to experience our exhibitions in their own way.