Spy Museum, Military museum in Tampere, Finland.
This specialized institution displays an extensive collection of authentic espionage equipment, including Cold War communication devices, miniature cameras, cryptography tools, and covert surveillance instruments used by international intelligence agencies throughout history.
Established in 1998 by Teppo Turja, this facility became the world's first public museum dedicated exclusively to international espionage, marking a significant milestone in making intelligence history accessible to the general public.
The museum educates visitors about the real lives and activities of famous spies like Kim Philby, Mata Hari, and Richard Sorge, dispelling Hollywood stereotypes and providing authentic insights into the world of intelligence operations.
Open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00 and Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00, the museum offers wheelchair accessibility and guided tours in Finnish and English for comprehensive visitor experiences.
Visitors can participate in interactive agent tests and navigate through a secret tunnel in complete darkness, receiving personalized recommendation letters to real intelligence agencies as memorable souvenirs of their visit.
Location: Tampere
Inception: 1998
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-18:00; Sunday 12:00-18:00
Website: http://vakoilumuseo.fi
GPS coordinates: 61.50111,23.76104
Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:40
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