Doghill Fairytale Farm
Doghill Fairytale Farm is a petting zoo in Tampere. You can meet real animals in an environment that takes you back to the old days. You can also meet the famous Doghill (Koiramäki) characters created by Finnish author Mauri Kunnas. Doghill is open during the summer and just before Christmas.
The summer season 2025 of Doghill Fairytale Farm has ended. Thank you for the summer!
This year, Doghill Christmas will be celebrated on: Fri–Sun 12–14 December 2025, 3 PM–7 PM Fri–Sun 19–21 December 2025, 3 PM–7 PM
At Doghill Christmas, Santa Claus and the elves will welcome you to enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas. At the event, you can meet Doghill’s animal friends, play and take part in Christmas activities, and enjoy festive treats. You are also welcome to do some Christmas shopping!
The tickets will go on sale during the autumn. The programme will be updated on this website. At Doghill, you can also arrange your own private event or ask about discounted group tickets for larger parties. For more information and to request a quote, please contact Särkänniemi’s corporate and group sales.
Explore Doghill
Animals
Meet the traditional Finnsih farm animals at Doghill Fairytale Farm. The animals vary depending on the season.
Things to do in Doghill
At Doghill Fairytale Farm, you can experience in a fun way what it was like in the 19th century Finland! At the Doghill Farmhouse, you can play just like in the olden days or experience the fun in count Drakkula's Castle.
Shops and cafes
Doghill offers various things to shop, for example sweets, books, toys, games and many more Doghill gifts and souvenirs to go home with! Von Guggelböö cafe serves the town's sweetest treats and tastiest savoury pastries.