Helsinki walking tour & city guide
A design capital by the Baltic Sea.
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Helsinki, Finland's capital, is a compact seaside city of neoclassical squares, Art Nouveau buildings and modern design, surrounded by islands.
The center
Senate Square is dominated by the white Helsinki Cathedral. The Market Square by the harbor sells fish and berries, and the red-brick Uspenski Cathedral overlooks it. The Esplanadi park is the city's favorite strolling place.
Islands and saunas
Ferries reach the sea fortress of Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Public saunas like Löyly let you sweat and then jump into the sea. The Oodi library and the rock-carved Temppeliaukio Church show Finnish architecture.
Top sights in Helsinki
- 1
Helsinki Cathedral
A white church on Senate Square.
- 2
Suomenlinna
A sea fortress on islands.
- 3
Temppeliaukio Church
A church carved into rock.
- 4
Market Square
A harbor market.
- 5
Oodi Library
A striking modern library.
Food markets & where to eat in Helsinki
Old Market Hall
A historic indoor market.
Market Square
Fish and summer berries.
Kallio
A trendy area of cafés and bars.
Food to try in Helsinki
Karjalanpiirakka
Karelian rye pies with rice porridge.
Salmon soup
A creamy Finnish soup.
Korvapuusti
A Finnish cinnamon bun.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Helsinki
Enjoyed the walk? Here is everything you need to see it for real.
- Hotels in HelsinkiCompare places to stay and prices.
- Tours & ticketsWalking tours, museums and day trips in Helsinki.
- eSIM for FinlandStay online from the moment you land.
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