Muuratsalo Experimental House: Guided tour

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Guided Public Tours and Booking for the Muuratsalo Experimental House

Public guided tours of the Experimental House will take place in summer 2026 from 22 June to 11 September. Please check available times in the booking calendar.

We also offer private guided tours of the Muuratsalo Experimental House for larger groups. Group visits are available by separate booking only: sales@aalto2.museum.

Please note that the Museum Card is not accepted as a method of payment; tickets must be purchased in advance from the online shop.

The guided portion of the visit lasts approximately 45 minutes, after which visitors may explore the area independently for a further 30 minutes. Please be aware that access to the Experimental House includes sections of uneven forest path, and the site is therefore not accessible. Tours accommodate a maximum of 17 participants and are conducted in English. Please also note that there are no visitor toilets on site.

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UNESCO World Heritage Candidate Site: Muuratsalo Experimental House

The Muuratsalo Experimental House (1952–53) is an atelier and summer residence designed by Alvar Aalto and Elissa Aalto for themselves. Here, Aalto experimented with new materials, forms and construction techniques.

Located on the island of Muuratsalo, the house is approximately a 30-minute drive from the Aalto2 Museum Centre. Read more about the site.

  • Purchase your ticket by first selecting the tour date and ticket type in the calendar. The calendar will automatically suggest the tour starting time.
  • You’ll receive the e-ticket (order confirmation) into your inbox after you have proceeded to checkout and paid your order.
    • If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact us at sales@aalto2.museum. Your reservation has still been successful, and you can join the tour by providing your name to the guide.
  • The ticket is only valid for the designated time. Please don’t be late for your tour.
  • Please select your visit hour carefully, tickets cannot be refunded.
  • If you have purchased a discounted ticket, valid proof of discount (student card, Docomomo card) must be presented on arrival.
  • Group visits are available by separate booking only: sales@aalto2.museum
  • Problems with tickets: take contact to sales@aalto2.museum or call to Aalto2 Info +358447909827
  • Problems with arrival to the tour : call to the guide +358447799998