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Amusement parks #29 in Tampere

Piggy Town

4.2 · 735 reviews
Energetic and family-centric
Piggy Town, Särkänniemenraitti 3, 33230 Tampere, Finland
Interesting facts
1

The area is officially branded as the Angry Birds Land, featuring customized ride experiences and play equipment.

2

Särkänniemi is built on a rocky peninsula that extends into Lake Näsijärvi, influencing the park's layout and terrain.

3

The park was the first in the world to feature an Angry Birds-themed zone based on the locally-developed Rovio Entertainment game franchise.

4

The Näsinneula observation tower, located adjacent to the park area, is the tallest free-standing structure in the Nordic countries.

Overview

Piggy Town is a themed children's area located within the larger Särkänniemi amusement park complex in Tampere, Finland. The area is specifically designed for younger visitors, featuring attractions and play structures themed around the popular Angry Birds franchise. It functions as a sub-section of the park, integrated into the lakeside environment. Visitors access this area as part of the broader Särkänniemi facility, which also houses an aquarium, a planetarium, and the Näsinneula observation tower. The site utilizes the natural elevation of the Särkänniemi peninsula overlooking Lake Näsijärvi. It serves as a family-oriented destination focusing on interactive play and movement-based activities.

Photo spot

The entrance area featuring the iconic large Angry Birds characters provides the most recognizable photo backdrop.

Insider tips

Download the Särkänniemi mobile app to view real-time queue status for popular rides.

Check the height requirements for specific rides in the Piggy Town area before queueing with children.

Combine your visit with the aquarium and planetarium located on the same grounds for a full-day experience.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to visit on a single day if you intend to explore all of Särkänniemi’s themed zones, as it can be physically exhausting.

Good to know

The park operates primarily from late spring to early autumn; it remains closed during the winter months.

Etiquette

Comfortable footwear is essential as the park involves significant walking; ensure children wear socks for indoor play areas.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
3-4 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings in June or August to avoid weekend crowds and the peak mid-July rush.
Address
Piggy Town, Särkänniemenraitti 3, 33230 Tampere, Finland
61.506, 23.746
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Details
Primary ThemeAngry Birds
SuitabilityToddlers and young children

Frequently asked

Plan for about 3-4 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings in June or August to avoid weekend crowds and the peak mid-July rush..

The entrance area featuring the iconic large Angry Birds characters provides the most recognizable photo backdrop.

Close by you'll find Museokeskus Vapriikki, Näsinneulan näkötorni, Koskipuisto Park.