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Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included
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Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
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Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour
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From Helsinki: Porvoo Guided Day Trip with Transportation
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What to do in Helsinki
Popular places to visit
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Olympic Stadium
You can take time to visit Olympic Stadium during your travels to Helsinki. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Zoo
Explore the planet’s wildest environments and discover the animals that live in this zoo, one of only a few in the world located on an island.
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Linnanmaki Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Linnanmaki Amusement Park as part of your trip to Helsinki. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.
Stockmann
Discover one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping malls, filled with all your favorite brands and some of the city’s best food outlets.
Suomenlinna Fortress
Hop across the islands of this historic archipelago and explore one of the world’s largest sea fortress, its museum and its surrounding buildings.
Areas of Helsinki
Helsinki City Centre
Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.
Kamppi
Travelers choose Kamppi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kamppi Shopping Center.
Kluuvi
Consider a visit to Helsinki Central Library Oodi and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Kluuvi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station.
Aviapolis
While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Jumbo Shopping Center or Flamingo Entertainment Centre, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.
Etelainen District
You might take some time to check out the interesting museums in Etelainen District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Löyly Helsinki, and catch the metro at Länsiterminaali T2 Tram Stop or Eiranranta Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Pasila
Pasila is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to explore sights like Mall of Tripla.