Welcome to Kotka

Set off on an unforgettable trip to Kotka, guided by a knowledgeable and authorized local guide

About

Welcome to Kotka, a city of maritime history, lush parks, and vibrant cultural experiences! With an accredited guide leading the way, you'll get so much more from your visit. Discover fascinating stories about the city's past and present, and uncover hidden gems that you might otherwise miss. Whether you're travelling on your own, with a group, or looking for a tailor-made experience, a guided tour will make your visit truly unique.

Guides

Kotka Tourist Guides is a team of trained and passionate local guides with extensive knowledge of the city's history, culture, and contemporary life. Our guides are authorized by the Finnish Association of Tourist Guides and are committed to providing high-quality, engaging, and memorable experiences for every visitor.

Tours

In Kotka, you can explore the city's fascinating history and vibrant present both on foot and by coach. Walking tours take you through the cultural layers of the city centre, its maritime surroundings, and its award-winning parks. Coach tours, meanwhile, can take you from island to island, into the bustling port of Mussalo, or to Sunila, the residential area designed by renowned architect Alvar Aalto. They offer a convenient way to discover a wider area while enjoying the stories and insights shared by your guide along the way.

Themed tours

Kotka’s themed character-guided tours bring history to life through memorable historical figures. Led by guides in character, these tours take visitors on a journey through time, uncovering the stories, events, and personalities that shaped Kotka. Through drama, storytelling, and engaging performances, the city’s past comes vividly to life.

Kotkan matkailuoppaiden kesäkierrokset 2026

Kotkan matkailuoppaat pitävät kesällä 2026 opastettuja kierroksia Kotkan kohteissa ja puistoissa.
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Book a guide

Book a guide by contacting the guide directly or through Kymenmatkat Travel Agency

“The guide’s expertise and storytelling brought Kotka’s history to life. The tour was both informative and entertaining. I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in discovering the city! ”

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