Guidebook for Helsinki

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Guidebook for Helsinki

Sightseeing

WORLD HERITAGE SITE SUOMENLINNA World Heritage Site Suomenlinna is a cultural treasure. Its construction began in the mid-18th century, when Finland was still part of Sweden. Today, the fortress and its museums, restaurants and events are a memorable experience for visitors of all ages. Suomenlinna is a popular visitor attraction and also a home of 800 residents.
430 locals recommend
Suomenlinna
430 locals recommend
WORLD HERITAGE SITE SUOMENLINNA World Heritage Site Suomenlinna is a cultural treasure. Its construction began in the mid-18th century, when Finland was still part of Sweden. Today, the fortress and its museums, restaurants and events are a memorable experience for visitors of all ages. Suomenlinna is a popular visitor attraction and also a home of 800 residents.
Quarried out of the natural bedrock and designed by architects Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen, Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church) is one of Helsinki's most popular attractions. Its spectacular atmosphere and unique architecture promise to make it an unforgettable experience, with its copper dome, exposed rocks and concrete beams. If you go before noon, you can see fantastic shadows cast across the walls from the light streaming through the windows to the alter wall. Look out for concerts at Rock Church - they are spectacular thanks to its amazing acoustics.
258 locals recommend
Temppeliaukion Church
3 Lutherinkatu
258 locals recommend
Quarried out of the natural bedrock and designed by architects Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen, Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church) is one of Helsinki's most popular attractions. Its spectacular atmosphere and unique architecture promise to make it an unforgettable experience, with its copper dome, exposed rocks and concrete beams. If you go before noon, you can see fantastic shadows cast across the walls from the light streaming through the windows to the alter wall. Look out for concerts at Rock Church - they are spectacular thanks to its amazing acoustics.
Market Square Located at the South Harbour at one end of the Esplanade Park, the Market Square is Helsinki's most international and famous market. The booths here sell traditional market foods and treats, as well as handicrafts and souvenirs. There are also heated café tents where you can comfortably have a steaming hot coffee even on the coldest days in winter.
125 locals recommend
Kauppatori
Eteläranta
125 locals recommend
Market Square Located at the South Harbour at one end of the Esplanade Park, the Market Square is Helsinki's most international and famous market. The booths here sell traditional market foods and treats, as well as handicrafts and souvenirs. There are also heated café tents where you can comfortably have a steaming hot coffee even on the coldest days in winter.

Food Scene

Just nearby
15 locals recommend
Kahvi Charlotta
5b Runeberginkatu
15 locals recommend
Just nearby
Ravintola Factory Kamppi
3 Runeberginkatu

Entertainment & Activities

Linnanmäki Amusement Park
100 locals recommend
Linnanmäki (pohj.)
100 locals recommend
Linnanmäki Amusement Park

Arts & Culture

Ateneum Art Museum exhibits the jewels of the Finnish National Gallery's art collection with a particular emphasis on the most celebrated Finnish classics. Ateneum is Finland’s best-known art museum and the home of Finnish art. The well-loved works in the collection cover the period from the 19th century to Modernism. Hugely popular special exhibitions of Finnish and international art open up new perspectives into the past and the present. Visitors can enjoy collections showcasing works of art from the 19th century to the modern age in its permanent exhibition; The Stories of Finnish Art. This features Le Corbusier’s Two Women (1939), Eero Järnefelt’s Under the Yoke (Burning the Brushwood) (
253 locals recommend
Ateneum
2 Kaivokatu
253 locals recommend
Ateneum Art Museum exhibits the jewels of the Finnish National Gallery's art collection with a particular emphasis on the most celebrated Finnish classics. Ateneum is Finland’s best-known art museum and the home of Finnish art. The well-loved works in the collection cover the period from the 19th century to Modernism. Hugely popular special exhibitions of Finnish and international art open up new perspectives into the past and the present. Visitors can enjoy collections showcasing works of art from the 19th century to the modern age in its permanent exhibition; The Stories of Finnish Art. This features Le Corbusier’s Two Women (1939), Eero Järnefelt’s Under the Yoke (Burning the Brushwood) (
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma Kiasma is a museum of contemporary art under the umbrella of the Finnish National Gallery. The basic functions of the museum are organising changing exhibitions and augmenting its collection, along with research and presentation of the works. The primary focus in the museum collection is on Finnish contemporary art. The collection is also supplemented by commissioning new work. The collection is presented to the public in annually changing thematic exhibitions. Kiasma was designed by the American architect Steven Holl and opened to the public in 1998. At Kiasma there's also a
384 locals recommend
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
2 Mannerheiminaukio
384 locals recommend
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma Kiasma is a museum of contemporary art under the umbrella of the Finnish National Gallery. The basic functions of the museum are organising changing exhibitions and augmenting its collection, along with research and presentation of the works. The primary focus in the museum collection is on Finnish contemporary art. The collection is also supplemented by commissioning new work. The collection is presented to the public in annually changing thematic exhibitions. Kiasma was designed by the American architect Steven Holl and opened to the public in 1998. At Kiasma there's also a
Riviera An independent movie theatre and bar in Kallio. Why not enjoy a glass of wine or a beer together with some snacks at the movies, or have a cocktail from the film inspired cocktail menu? With its 55 seats, this movie theatre is also suitable for private events.
88 locals recommend
RIVIERA
2 Harjukatu
88 locals recommend
Riviera An independent movie theatre and bar in Kallio. Why not enjoy a glass of wine or a beer together with some snacks at the movies, or have a cocktail from the film inspired cocktail menu? With its 55 seats, this movie theatre is also suitable for private events.

Parks & Nature

Töölönlahti Bay The park around the Töölö Bay begins in the heart of Helsinki and there's a popular walking path circling the bay. The Winter Garden, boasting hundreds of plants, is located at the north end of the bay. Wooden villas along the shores are a reminder of Helsinki's history. The Töölö Bay is a treasure especially for bird watchers. Töölönlahti park is a new oasis for culture and city events that has been developed along the southern shoreline.
29 locals recommend
Töölönlahden puisto
29 locals recommend
Töölönlahti Bay The park around the Töölö Bay begins in the heart of Helsinki and there's a popular walking path circling the bay. The Winter Garden, boasting hundreds of plants, is located at the north end of the bay. Wooden villas along the shores are a reminder of Helsinki's history. The Töölö Bay is a treasure especially for bird watchers. Töölönlahti park is a new oasis for culture and city events that has been developed along the southern shoreline.

Everything Else

Löyly Public sauna and restaurant complex in Hernesaari district on the southern tip of Helsinki. The complex includes a traditional Finnish smoke sauna, two other wood-heated saunas, a year-round terrace and a restaurant. It is possible to take a swim in the sea, also in winter. There are separate changing rooms and shower facilities for men and women but as the saunas and other public areas are mixed, this means that customers are respectfully asked that swimming costumes are worn at all times.
322 locals recommend
Löyly Helsinki
4 Hernesaarenranta
322 locals recommend
Löyly Public sauna and restaurant complex in Hernesaari district on the southern tip of Helsinki. The complex includes a traditional Finnish smoke sauna, two other wood-heated saunas, a year-round terrace and a restaurant. It is possible to take a swim in the sea, also in winter. There are separate changing rooms and shower facilities for men and women but as the saunas and other public areas are mixed, this means that customers are respectfully asked that swimming costumes are worn at all times.
Kotiharjun sauna Kotiharju is one of the most legendary public saunas in Helsinki, maybe because you can pay extra for a professional massage or to be scrubbed by a washer. This is a place you come to not for a sense of luxury but for the genuine local atmosphere. Its services even include cupping, which is said to being a relaxing and cleansing experience despite the bloodletting.
151 locals recommend
Kotiharjun Sauna
1 Harjutorinkatu
151 locals recommend
Kotiharjun sauna Kotiharju is one of the most legendary public saunas in Helsinki, maybe because you can pay extra for a professional massage or to be scrubbed by a washer. This is a place you come to not for a sense of luxury but for the genuine local atmosphere. Its services even include cupping, which is said to being a relaxing and cleansing experience despite the bloodletting.
Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall + Café Yrjö Even though this is officially just a public swimming pool, the atmosphere on the second floor with its bathing cabinets is more reminiscent of a grand old Southern European spa. Visiting Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall is fun with friends but even more relaxing if you go by yourself. Remember to purchase access to the second floor when you enter so you can enjoy the steam and wood-heated saunas. You will also find Café Yrjö, which serves delicious snacks and refreshing drinks. Hot tip: order your food and drinks as soon as you arrive so that it will be waiting for you at your table when you emerge from the hot sauna.
69 locals recommend
Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall
21 B Yrjönkatu
69 locals recommend
Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall + Café Yrjö Even though this is officially just a public swimming pool, the atmosphere on the second floor with its bathing cabinets is more reminiscent of a grand old Southern European spa. Visiting Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall is fun with friends but even more relaxing if you go by yourself. Remember to purchase access to the second floor when you enter so you can enjoy the steam and wood-heated saunas. You will also find Café Yrjö, which serves delicious snacks and refreshing drinks. Hot tip: order your food and drinks as soon as you arrive so that it will be waiting for you at your table when you emerge from the hot sauna.