Welcome to Espoo - the home of MyData 2025

Photo: Visit Espoo/Antti Kangassalo

Welcome to your comprehensive guide to MyData 2025! We are so excited to welcome you!

This year's conference will take place at Dipoli, the main building of Aalto University in Otaniemi, Espoo. City of Espoo is part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. It is the second largest and the fastest growing city of Finland. Its location adjacent to the capital Helsinki means excellent transportation links: Helsinki Airport is just a half an hour drive away and the metro connects Espoo to Helsinki city centre.


The city’s innovative spirit, Aalto University, technology hub Otaniemi, and international companies receive continuous interest from science, research and business professionals as well as investors worldwide. Espoo is the largest high-tech and innovation hub in the Nordics where science, business, and culture meet the wilderness of Nuuksio National Park and a stunning seaside environment. It is also a major conference city, hosting an average of 70 international scientific conferences every year.

How to get there

Getting to Dipoli is easy and convenient, as it is located in Espoo, right next to the Finnish capital, Helsinki. Whether you prefer a plane, boat, bus, or car, you will always be just a few minutes away from the city, nature, and unforgettable experiences.

The closest metro station to Dipoli is Aalto University station (exit A). Using the HSL app, you can hop on public transport or buy commuter tickets from a vending machine. The HLS app will find the fastest and most convenient way to reach your final destination. Remember to get HSL public transportation ticket 

When arriving from the Helsinki Airport, you are just 20km away from Espoo. Using the HSL app, you can hop on public transport or buy commuter tickets from a vending machine. The HLS app will find the fastest and most convenient way to reach your final destination.  

Public transport options: 

  • Step 1: Take a local train (I or P) from Helsinki Airport to Helsinki Central Station (stop: Rautatientori) or take a bus nr. 600 from Helsinki Airport to Helsinki Central Station (stop: Rautatientori)
  • Step 2: From stop Rautatientori you can easily change to the adjoining metro line and head west to Aalto University station, exit from exit A, and from there walk 7 minutes to Dipoli.
  • Remember to get HSL public transportation ticket 

 

Private options: 

  • Rent a car from Helsinki Airport. You will find car rental companies such as Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Enterprise, GreenMotion, and Scandia Rent. 
  • Take a taxi from Helsinki Airport to Espoo. The taxi station is outside the arrival hall, and taxis with an agreement with the airport company Finnavia are located there.  

Are you arriving in Helsinki's international harbor by one of the direct ferries from Stockholm, Tallinn, or Travemünde? Then you will arrive at the ports just 15-30 minutes from Dipoli by taxi. 

Using the HSL app, you can hop on public transport or buy commuter tickets from a vending machine. The HLS app will find the fastest and most convenient way to reach your final destination. Remember to get HSL public transportation ticket 

  • Katajanokka Terminal, where Viking Line ferries from Stockholm and Tallinn leave and arrive. From Katajanokka terminal, the easiest way to reach Dipoli is by hopping on the metro by walking to the station: Helsingin Yliopisto and heading to Kivenlahti. 
  • Olympia Terminal, where Tallink Silja ferries from Stockholm leave and arrive daily. From Olympia terminal, the easiest way to reach Dipoli is by hopping on the metro by walking to the station: Helsingin Yliopisto and heading to Aalto University station. (You can also get closer to Helsingin Yliopisto station by taking tram nr. 4 to station Ylioppilasto).
  • West Terminal 2, where Eckerö Line and Tallink Silja ferries from Tallinn leave and arrive several times daily. From West Terminal 2 terminal, the easiest way to reach Dipoli is by hopping on a tram (7 or 9) at the station: Länsiterminal T2 to Kampintori plat. 80, and there is a change to the metro (west direction towards Kivenlahti, stopping at Aalto University station). 
  • Hansa Terminal, Vuosaari harbor, where Finnlines ferries from Travemünde leave and arrive. From Hansa Terminal, the easiest way to reach Dipoli is by taking a bus nr.90 from Hansaterminaali to Vuosaari and, in Vuosaari, changing to the metro (west direction towards Kivenlahti, stopping at Aalto University station). 

Entrances and venue map

There are 2 main entrances to Dipoli, Pinecone entrance (main entrance, closer to the metro) or North entrance (closer to the parking lot).

Instructions and venue map will also be available onsite.

Where to stay

Espoo offers a wide range of first-rate accommodations and conference hotels. The Espoo area provides diverse accommodation options, with 19 hotels, hostels, and apartment hotels offering around 2,400 rooms.

We’ve arranged special rates at some of the nearby hotels so you can stay close to the action. These hotels are within walking distance of the venue and are offering discounted rates for MyData 2025 conference participants.

Radisson Blu Hotel Espoo

  • €140 / night (single)

  • €160 / night (double)

  • Includes breakfast, sauna access, and Wi-Fi

Otaranta 2, Espoo

Book by: 9 September 2025, 18:00

Book online, by calling +358 300 870 010, or by emailing reservations.finland@radissonblu.com. Please use the code MYDATA25 when making your reservation.

Heymo 1 by Sokos Hotels

  • €120 / night (single)

  • €140 / night (double)

  • Includes buffet breakfast at Well 7

Miestentie 5, Espoo

Book by: 15 September 2025, 18:00

Book online, by calling +358 300 870 000, or by emailing sokos.hotels@sok.fi. Please use the code BMYDATA25 when making your reservation.

Dinner venues

Espoo offers large variation of restaurants and event venues. 

  • Rooftop restaurant Lucy in the Sky in Keilaniemi for up to 100 seated dinners. Read more.
  • PLATS in hotel Hanaholmen for up to 240 seated dinners. Read more.
  • Dipoli at Aalto University 800 seated dinners. Read more.
  • Fat Lizard restaurant and brewery in Otaniemi. Read more.

Read more about restaurants in Otaniemi at https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/business-events/association-congresses/otaniemi-campus-area/restaurants-and-cafes-otaniemi-area.

Other notes

On-site practicalities

  • Badge pick-up, cloakroom/luggage storage, and Wi-Fi info available on info desk. We recommend getting there 15 minutes early on the first day to familiarise yourself.

  • The event space is wheel-chair accessible.

Weather & packing tips
September in Finland is early autumn. Expect daytime temperatures around 10–16°C, cooler evenings, and a chance of rain. Bring a warm layer, a waterproof jacket, and comfortable shoes.

Need help?
For any questions before or during the event, contact us at team@themydatacompany.com. An info desk will also be available on site.