Spending time in Tampere and looking for some adult company?
With nearly a quarter of a million residents, Tampere is the largest inland city in Scandinavia. The population swells with tourists, business travelers, and students. With this comes the demand for a discreet but active sex industry. From escorts and erotic massage parlors to strip clubs and private encounters, there are (thankfully) a few options for those seeking adult entertainment.
This guide explores the sex scene in Tampere, including the best ways to find escorts, clubs, and other NSFW services. Warning in advance: it’s slim pickings!
Tampere’s Adult Entertainment
Sex and Prostitution In Tampere
Tampere isn’t exactly plastered with NSFW entertainment.
Finland’s third-largest city keeps its sex industry fairly low-key. Prostitution here is technically allowed, legally speaking, since selling and buying sex is fine behind closed doors, but you won’t see streetwalkers strutting their stuff (public soliciting is a big no-no).
And any business built around selling sex in Tampere faces a short life expectancy.
Pimping, brothels, and pretty much any forms of organized vice, are all against the law.
That doesn’t mean nobody’s getting lucky for cash; it just means you need to know where to look. The adult industry in Finland has gone underground (and online), and Tampere is no exception.
A lot of the sex workers in this city are not actually local – Finland leans heavily on foreign imports (one study put the figure at nearly 70% of workers coming from abroad, many of them from Romania).
Having taken a close look at the various escort boards, it’s clear there’s quite a few Russian and Baltic courtesans serving the area. But for the most part, we’d advise against expecting any kind of booming sex tourism scene in Tampere. It simply doesn’t exist.
Escort Industry
The escort scene is largely dominated by independent escorts, with little in the way of an active agency scene.
Obviously, because Finland allows buying and selling sex but bans pimping and brothels, the market is not exactly ripe for a middleman to flourish… without getting on the wrong side of the law.
Instead, independent escorts (both locals and a rotating cast of foreigners) quietly advertise on Finnish-language websites and forums. In true Finnish style, everything is discreet and low-key. You set up a meeting by text or email, arrange to meet at her apartment or hotel, and voilà… Pirkanmaa pleasure at your service.
Don’t expect the volume of options you’d find in Helsinki, but Tampere holds its own, roughly comparable with the scene in Espoo, perhaps around 30% smaller if we’re to use the directory ad listings for comparison.
From the major European directories, sites like EuroGirlsEscort (19 ads) Real Escort (34 ads) have coverage in the Tampere area. Keep in mind these sites usually come with a slight premium compared to other classified listings and local forums.
The majority of sex workers in Finland are migrants, and it’s well documented that you’ll pay a considerable premium if you want to secure a ‘date’ with an actual local Tampere girl.
Tampere Brothels
There are no legal brothels in Tampere.
Operating a brothel or any organised prostitution ring is outlawed in Finland, which ultimately means no official red light houses or “sauna clubs” here.
Of course, that doesn’t mean enterprising types haven’t tried. Over the years, police have busted a few makeshift brothel operations: typically rented apartments used by traveling sex workers, sometimes arranged by a local fixer.
Tampere has also seen its share of “massage parlour” brothels (which we’ll discuss below). In 2003 police raided ten Thai massage salons they suspected were offering more than back rubs.
The network was apparently well-organized and nationwide. But prosecutions fell flat… only one person was convicted, with a measly fine of €360 after all was said and done.
In practice, the lack of severe penalties means some parlours have quietly continued business as usual. There are likely unofficial brothels in operation throughout the city (Reddit tells all), but their details are sketchy, and we certainly can’t publish any details about them.
Red Light Districts
Nope, there is no red light district in Tampere – official or unofficial.
Truth be told, streetwalking isn’t a Finnish thing these days. Even in Helsinki, it’s rare. In Tampere, it has basically disappeared.
Allegedly, in the 1990s, there was a small scene with Baltic girls around the train station, according to some very old reports, but we doubt you’d spot anything today. And if you do, it will likely be shut down fast.
The action has moved online and indoors.
The Price of Sex in Tampere
What about the money, honey?
In Tampere, hiring an escort will set you back roughly €140–€220 for an hour of full service. That’s pretty much the going rate, but it can and does vary (especially if you enter the “luxury” end of the market).
Newer or local girls often charge on the lower end (around €140/hour), while a highly reviewed stunner or a touring international companion might ask €200+ for the hour. Half-hours typically go for €70–€110, and a quick 15-minute “quickie” (if offered) might be… €50–€80? That’s the rough ballpark.
From what we’ve seen, haggling is not the done thing – Finnish escorts set clear prices and expect you to respect them.
Erotic Massage Shops
Erotic massage and “happy endings” have their own pricing. Typically, a Thai massage place might advertise a 30-minute traditional massage for €20–€30. If you’re aiming for extras, the going tip for a hand-release (handjob) is said to be around €50 on top.
Full service in a massage shop is very rare. We’ve seen it reported, but not often, and we tend to take such limited punter reports with a big old pinch of salt.
In case you’re wondering… yes, there’s usually a direct correlation between the quality of the massage itself, and whether extras are available on top. Some of the ‘therapists’ employed by the erotic parlours are bang average when it comes to the actual massage!
It’s all hush-hush, cash only, of course, and always negotiated discreetly… often with minimal words and a lot of gesturing.
Tampere has several Thai massage parlours scattered around downtown. Despite occasional police crackdowns (like the 2003 multi-salon mentioned above), it’s like pinning jelly to a wall.
We can’t publish details of any known parlours, but there are many discussion boards and Reddit communities (and even Google reviews!) where Tampere providers/salons are openly rated and critiqued.
And it goes without saying, not every Thai massage spot in Tampere is a sure thing for erotic extras. A few are legit wellness-only, and amusingly, they have to go to quite extreme lengths to ensure they attract the ‘right’ clients…. so their store fronts and branding will typically highlight women, not men. Oh, and they won’t be open into the dead of night…
A good hint is looking at online forums or Google reviews for obvious tells like “erikoishieronta” (special massage)… or horny satisfied punters glowing about sweet therapists.
Sex Clubs In Tampere
When it comes to sex clubs and swinger parties, Tampere is about as vanilla as it gets.
There are no swingers clubs like those you can find in Helsinki (or in Denmark) but we’re told that swinging events can be found in the area.
They are mostly held at private apartments, arranged strictly on the down-low.
We’d recommend joining SDC if you want to sample the swinging community in Finland. It has regular events and parties listed, and there’s a chance you may find something local to Tampere.
You might also have some luck on TheAdultHub.
For kinkier connections, try FetLife.
Tampere Strip Clubs
The closest thing Tampere has to a sex club is its lone striptease bar, the beautifully named… Big Tits.
Big Tits
Satakunnankatu 30, 33210 Tampere
https://www.ravintolabigtits.fi/
I know, it doesn’t exactly scream the bright lights of Las Vegas… but this is as good as it gets for the local Tampere crowd.
Opening in 1998, the Big Tits Erotic Bar has a reputation for being an intimate club where the girls get up close and personal. There is no ‘stage’ so what happens in the club very much happens on your lap anyway.
Private shows are popular and the performers will do quite a lot more than the usual strip or grind in your lap. The shows are big and include the popular foam shower choreography. There is also a dominatrix and golden shower show which you can enjoy privately.
The club is popular for bachelor parties with private performances being booked for stags to fulfil their fantasies.
For those of you who are old enough to remember, yes, Tampere once had another strip club named Showtime on Hämeenkatu, but it either closed or merged with Big Tits…information is spotty.
These days, all roads lead to Big Tits.
Local Sex Shops and Adult Stores
Despite its relatively modest size, Tampere offers a handful of solid sex shops to fulfill your adult retail needs.
The granddaddy of them all is Aikuisten Tavaratalo Red Lights (which translates to “Adult Department Store Red Lights”), and it is conveniently located at Rautatienkatu 12 right near the central station.
Red Lights
Rautatienkatu 12 lh.6, 33100 Tampere
Established way back in 1991, Red Lights bills itself as Tampere’s oldest adult store. It’s a bit of an institution among the locals, a cozy shop packed with everything from vibrators and dildos to lingerie, lube, and Finnish-made porn DVDs.
Don’t be shy; Finns are pretty open about sexuality!
Eros Sexshop Tampere
Satamakatu 3, 33200 Tampere
https://www.eros.fi/i/myymalamme/14/
The other main choice is the Eros store at Satamakatu 3.
Eros has a sister location in Turku and a decent online site. It’s a bit smaller than Red Lights but has a curated selection of toys (they stock popular European brands), sexy outfits, and some bondage gear.
It’s apparently also known for a backroom with those old-school peep show booths… the kind where you drop in a coin and watch a short adult video clip. Very 90s retro, but apparently still functioning.
Maukaste
Näsilinnankatu 22, 33210 Tampere
For a more female (or couples) friendly, upscale experience, check out the Maukaste at Näsilinnankatu 22.
This place used to be called Adam & Eve, it looks like a regional co-branding? The shop focuses on sexual health and pleasure from a woman’s perspective.
A different vibe to Eros and Red Light, which are a bit more ‘traditional’, if you catch our drift…
Other Notable Adult Attractions
That just about covers the active sex industry.
Here are some other local nuggets to note:
Hot Girls – Private Strippers
Rongankatu 2 Tampere
Hot Girls provides adult performers for private striptease and big events across Finland. The Tampere base has half a dozen models who are popular for local bookings. They also run their own in-house entertainment with a peep-show style theatre.
Hookup Destinations in Tampere
For those not looking to pay for play, Tampere offers plenty of opportunities to meet willing partners the old-fashioned way… over drinks and some shit dancing.
The city’s nightlife is lively, thanks in part to a huge student population. Your hunting ground is basically Tampere city centre, where bars and clubs cluster a;; within walking distance.
On weekends, Hämeenkatu and its side streets are swarming with locals and students bar-hopping, which makes it prime pickup territory (if you’re good looking enough to get in with the crowd!).
Some top spots to check out: Viihdemaailma Ilona – a multi-room nightclub complex at Verkatehtaankatu 3. Ilona has several different bars and dance floors (80s music room, karaoke room, etc). The dance floor can get pretty feisty here. Another favorite is Bar IHKU on Hämeenkatu 23, known for its party atmosphere.
There are also Finnish-specific dating sites like Deitti.net and the dating section of Suomi24 forum, but those skew more toward relationship-seekers (and are not exactly tourist-friendly). For a traveler or short-term visitor, Tinder is your best friend, as always.
Are there any great adult services or attractions in Tampere that we’ve missed? Have you experienced any of those above and want to leave a review?
Let us know your thoughts.
