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Ullanlinna

Dive into the whimsical charm of Ullanlinna, Helsinki! Stroll past pastel-colored wooden buildings, feel the breeze off the nearby sea, and soak up artsy vibes in lush parks. From captivating boutiques to the bustling Sunday market, Ullanlinna is a treasure trove of sights, sounds, and flavors just waiting to tickle your senses! Don’t miss its cozy cafés!

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Outdoor4.5/5

Kaivopuisto

Nestled by the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Finland, Kaivopuisto is Helsinki’s beloved green oasis! With sprawling lawns perfect for picnics, stunning sea views, and charming pathways, it’s a delightful spot to unwind. Don’t miss the iconic obelisk and the vibrant cafés—ideal for a coffee break. Grab your friends and soak up the Finnish sun!

Culture4.1/5

Architecture & Design Museum

Nestled in Helsinki, the Design Museum showcases Finland's rich design heritage through inspiring exhibits, innovative architecture, and a celebration of contemporary creativity, making it a must-visit for design enthusiasts.

Outdoor4.5/5

Observatorieberget

At Observatorieberget in Helsinki, breathtaking panoramic views of the city and its stunning archipelago create an unforgettable experience, making it a must-visit for those seeking a blend of natural beauty and urban charm.

Culture4.2/5

Helsinki Observatory

Helsinki Observatory, a historic gem in the heart of Finland’s capital, offers stunning views of the night sky and rich astronomical heritage, making it a must-visit for science enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Culture4.7/5

Saint Henry's Cathedral, Helsinki

Saint Henry's Cathedral, located at Pyhän Henrikin aukio 1 A in Helsinki, is renowned for its striking neo-Gothic architecture and beautifully serene interior, making it a must-visit landmark that captures the essence of Finnish spirituality.

Landmark

Villa Kleineh

Landmark5/5

Lakiasiaintoimisto Viiskulma

Landmark4.7/5

The Shipwrecked

Eat$$$4.4/5

Restaurant Sea Horse

Eat$$$$4.3/5

Ravintola Saslik

Cafe$$4.4/5

Café Succès

Eat$$$4.6/5

Gateau Ullanlinna

Eat

Cafe Balzac

Eat4.8/5

Spis

Eat3.9/5

Kom-Ravintola Oy

Eat$$4.6/5

Restaurant BasBas Kulma

Eat$$$4.4/5

Way Bakery Kallio

Eat4.8/5

Rams Roasters

Located in the trendy Neitsytpolku neighborhood, Rams Roasters is a coffee lover's paradise in Helsinki, Finland. With its funky decor and friendly baristas, this vibrant cafe offers a delicious array of specialty brews. From velvety lattes to bold espressos, they've got your caffeine fix covered. Don't forget to try their freshly baked pastries for the ultimate treat!

Eat$$$4.1/5

Ravintola Central - Helsinki

Stays

Stay4.65/5

1br with Private Sauna and Balcony

Experience luxury in this 1BR with Private Sauna and Balcony at Heino Kasken katu 4, where modern comfort meets Helsinki's vibrant culture, offering a perfect retreat amidst the city's stunning skyline and serene atmosphere.

Stay4.55/5

Bob W Helsinki Ullanlinna

Nestled in the charming Ullanlinna district, Bob W Helsinki offers a unique blend of modern amenities and stylish design, making it an ideal retreat for travelers seeking comfort and local flair in the heart of the city.

Stay4.55/5

Lovely Apartment, Vuorimiehenkatu 31 - One-Bedroom Apartment

Discover the charm of the Lovely Apartment on Vuorimiehenkatu 31, where modern elegance meets historic Helsinki, offering a perfect retreat with stunning city views and a cozy atmosphere just moments away from vibrant cultural spots.

Stay4.2/5

Huvilakatu

Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Huvilakatu at Albertinkatu 27B enchants visitors with its charming architecture and vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to experience the city’s unique blend of history and culture.

Stay3.8/5

2ndhomes Ullanlinna Penthouse Apartments

Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, 2ndhomes Ullanlinna Penthouse Apartments offers stunning views of the city skyline, combining luxury living with a vibrant atmosphere, making it an iconic destination for travelers seeking sophistication and style.

Stay3.8/5

WeHost Spacious Studio for 5 with a Kitchen - Studio Apartment

Stay4.6/5

Hotel U14, Autograph Collection

Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Hotel U14, Autograph Collection, is a chic retreat where modern elegance meets Finnish charm. With stylish rooms, a delightful bistro, and a cozy lounge, it’s perfect for unwinding after exploring the nearby Esplanadi park. Dive into local culture or sip a Finnish coffee—this gem is a traveler’s dream come true!

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2 h 30 mins

Helsinki Walking Tour - Small Group

Would you like to explore Helsinki like a local? Keep on reading! Forget those crowded and impersonal touristy tours and join this walking tour to experience Helsinki in a fun and informative way. All the tours are be led by me, Jonna, a local helsinkian and the founder of Rento Helsinki Tours. You’ll get to explore Helsinki’s sights at an easy-going pace and learn about the country’s history, culture, and society. You’ll get to ask all of your questions, and as the group size is limited to 8, you’ll get more interaction with your guide. You’ll hear stories that only a person born and raised in Finland would know about. After the tour, you’ll know why is there a statue of a Russian Czar in the most famous square of Helsinki? Is Finland really the happiest country in the world? When do Finns gather in the market square to swim in a fountain? What’s the “unicorn block”? Is Finnish that difficult to learn? Join this tour to get a real idea of Helsinki, instead of the touristic one!

$57.93

5/5

7 h

Winter Wonderland Hike in a National Park

Walk through a Winter Wonderland on this tranquil day in a Finnish National Park. This full-day excursion includes lunch by a campfire, roundtrip transportation from Helsinki, and a professional wilderness guide. (Dietary needs? Let us know when booking.) Highlights: • Experience genuine silence only found in a winter forest • Very few visitors during the winter season • Traditional Finnish-style lunch inside of a wilderness hut • Feel the calming effect of the forest in the winter Winter allows us to witness the forest in its mystic grandeur. Snow gently falls and blankets the entire forest, embracing the trees and creating a peaceful silence throughout the woods. It would seem as though the forest is asleep during these frigid months, but with care, you are able to see tracks of the animals such as the red fox, mountain hare, and moose. This off-the-beaten-path destination remains free from the overly populated crowds of visitors, letting us explore the park in peace.

$183.25

5/5

Helsinki Private Tour by car + Vitsit Porvoo Medieval old tow

Come explore Helsinki with me in a relaxed, friendly way — like spending the day with a local who knows the city inside out. This is a private tour just for you and your guests, where we’ll mix driving and easy walking to see both the main highlights and some hidden gems. Along the way, we’ll stop whenever you like for photos, short walks, or just to enjoy the atmosphere. I’ve lived here for over 23 years, so I’ll share not only the history and culture, but also what everyday life in Finland is really like — the little things you don’t find in guidebooks. We’ll chat about: * Finnish culture and traditions * Local lifestyle and daily life * History (without it feeling like a lecture!) * Cool spots, views, and local favorites I’m an official Helsinki tour guide, but I like to keep things easygoing, flexible, and personal. Have something special in mind? Just let me know — before or even during the tour — and we can adjust the plan to suit you.

$532.00

5/5

3 h

Helsinki private tour with a city planner

We will walk together in and around the city center for three hours, discovering Helsinki's secrets, learning its history, culture and traditions. Why do Helsinki people have picnic on top of graves? What was the meeting point of the bohemian people of 1880s in Helsinki? How did they build a church inside a giant granite rock? Where did Lenin hide when he was running away from the Tsarist Russia? Which statue is the one that seagulls hate the most? Where did they bury thousands of bodies during the plague? Why is the largest Orthodox cathedral located in a Lutheran country? Where can you eat the best salmon soup of your life? Why Finnish people still cheer for the opponents of the Swedish national football team? How did a Finnish architect influence generations of American architects and skyscraper designs? We will find answers to all of these questions and more, while visiting each of these less known yet important locations in Helsinki.

$153.69

5/5

1 h 30 mins

Helsinki City and Archipelago Guided RIB Boat Tour

Discover Helsinki from the sea on a 90-minute guided RIB boat tour combining city sights, archipelago scenery, and high-speed adventure. Depart from the Redrib Hub at Café Marina Bay and cruise along Helsinki’s coastline past Market Square, Kaivopuisto, Löyly, and the city’s lively waterfront. After seeing the city sights, experience the speed and excitement of a RIB ride on the open water. Continue into the Helsinki archipelago toward Vallisaari and the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, where you can see Submarine Vesikko from the water. Pass Helsinki’s new maritime residential districts and the striking Kruunuvuorensilta bridge. Continue toward Katajanokka to see the Finnish icebreakers moored in the harbor for their summer break. Return to the Redrib Hub after the tour. All passenger equipment is provided, including protective suits, jackets, life vests, speed goggles, and hats and gloves when needed.

$159.60

5/5

7 h

Mushroom Hunting in a National Park

Discover a foragers paradise on this day trip to a pristine Finnish national park. This excursion is packed with adventure, education, and delicious food. This guided tour from Helsinki immerses us into the forest and the magical world of fungi. Bright oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds decorate the forest floor. We are in search of Finland's most delicious and prized edible mushrooms, the chanterelle. However, as the name suggests, it is a hunt! We will not always find what we are looking for, and although most of the mushrooms are harmless, there are many poisonous ones too. But not to worry, for your guide will be able to show you which are edible and is always available to explain about the different fungi you have found. Highlights: • Forage with a professional guide in a national park • Learn how to identify specific edible mushrooms • Help prepare and cook your wild fungi finds • Enjoy a Finnish-style lunch by the campfire (Dietary needs? Let us know when booking)

$183.25

5/5

3 h 30 mins

TASTE HELSINKI FOOD TOUR CLASSIC - Private Food Tour

Taste Helsinki – Food Tour Through Flavours and Stories The history of Finland is colourful – and it’s reflected in our food! The heart of Finnish cuisine lies in purity: wild berries, mushrooms, game from deep forests, fish from clear lakes and the sea, creamy dairy products, and hearty bread made from rye and oats. Join your local guide for a tasty walk through the soul of Helsinki. As you sample delicious local flavours, you’ll also hear fascinating stories about the city’s past and present. On this tour, you’ll experience not only food but also Helsinki’s unique architecture, design, and culture – plus, you’ll get insider tips on where to shop and explore further! What’s included (items may vary slightly): Visit to a market hall & tasting of game (e.g. moose, bear, reindeer) Half a Finnish meat pie (“lihapiirakka”) Traditional Karelian pie Fish plate Finnish dessert & coffee(Only water and coffee are included as beverages) Walking distance: approx. 3 km

$307.38

5/5

Walking tour with a Wilderness Guide

On this tour, you'll discover and learn about Helsinki’s landmarks, as well as the history and culture of Finland. Sauna, lakes, islands, berries, nature, silence and wilderness means the world for Finnish people, why?...in this small-group walking tour, you'll find out why it is so important. Are you curious about how is to live in a country where the sun does not set at all in the summer, and in the wintertime, we don't get sunlight? I'll tell you how we can enjoy extreme conditions. Do you want to taste some Finnish flavors? You got it!.. after our tour is done you'll have the chance to get a little taste of Finland by its unique candies that I’ll give to you. Also, I'll give you the best tips for the rest of your stay in Helsinki, places to visit that probably you don't know that exist in the city, and if you want to do outdoors activities I'll give you the best options not far from the city. * 2 traveler's minimum per tour. * English Tour 10 am Spanish Tour 2 pm

$65.02

5/5

3 h

Helsinki Airport Layover Sightseeing Tour

Stuck at the airport for a long layover? Explore Helsinki in just three hours to see the top attractions of Helsinki with a local guide every step of the way to learn of the hidden stories of Helsinki and explore every corners of beautiful capital city of Finland.

$147.78

5/5

Helsinki Prime Highlights & Porvoo Old Town****

Experience the soul of Finland on a private journey that blends Helsinki’s modern pulse with the fairytale charm of medieval Porvoo. Traveling in the comfort of a private car with a dedicated guide, you’ll discover a side of the country most travelers miss. In Helsinki, we’ll marvel at the "Lantern Carriers" of the Central Station, the futuristic Oodi Library, and the awe-inspiring Rock Church carved into ancient granite. We’ll visit the singing pipes of the Sibelius Monument and the Olympic Stadium, a tribute to the nation’s enduring "Sisu." Then, we escape to Porvoo to wander through cobblestone lanes, iconic red riverside warehouses, and the historic hilltop Cathedral. Returning to the capital, you’ll witness the golden domes of Uspenski Cathedral and the elegance of the Presidential Palace. From sampling delicacies at the Old Market Hall to the vibrant energy of the seaside Market Square, we don't just show you the sights—we make you fall in love with them.

$644.32

5/5

7 h

Berry Picking in a National Park

The forests of Finland are packed with wild foods! As spring transitions into summer, the forest flourishes new vegetation and the aroma of fresh berries fills the air. Whether you are here to experience the Finnish culture of berry picking or simply taste these natural and organic berries, you will treasure this intimate experience in Finland's wilderness. Highlights: • Forage and learn about the wild foods of Finland • Experience an off the beaten path national park • Enjoy a fresh Finnish-style lunch (Dietary needs? Let us know when booking.) • Take home your extra berries and snack on your bounty On this guided tour from Helsinki, we will explore the serene mossy forests of Liesjärvi National Park. While looking for berries, we may fill our baskets with Finnish superfoods such as blueberries, lingonberries and, with some extra luck, some sweet wild strawberries. These superfoods are rich in vitamins and nutrients and sweeter than any berry you could buy from the stores!

$183.25

5/5

3 h

Explore Helsinki in Portuguese with a PRIVATE guide

Our passionate and expert Helsinki guide offers an authentic and in-depth look at the city, sharing stories and curiosities that you won't find anywhere else. Walk the charming streets of the center, admire the fusion of modern and classic architecture, and learn about Finland's vibrant culture. Fully guided in Portuguese, our tour is carefully planned to offer an authentic and comfortable experience in any season. We will explore the most iconic sights, including comfortable indoor visits even during winter. Book now and guarantee an unforgettable experience, full of knowledge, comfort and the best company to explore Helsinki in a special and welcoming way!

$520.18

5/5

Half-Day Helsinki and Suomenlinna Walking and Ferry Guided Tour

We have Combined our city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. A guided tour while walking through the cobbled streets in Helsinki Senate square, visit the Helsinki Market Square, the Helsinki Cathedral the symbol of the city of Helsinki. Enjoy a walk in the Esplanade Park and marvel at the architecture of Uspenski Cathedral, Oodi library and The Parliament of Finland . After Helsinki walking tour we take a ferry to Suomenlinna Island, a sea fortress which is a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover this 18th-century sea fortress and learn about several historic events that has shaped the fortress over the years with a guided walking tour.

$319.20

5/5

6 h

Helsinki Highlight and Porvoo Day Sightseeing Tour

Discover the beautiful Helsinki city and visit nearby Medieval Porvoo town on this guided sightseeing bus tour. First, see Helsinki city's cultural landmarks and historic monuments, then continue to the medieval town of Porvoo. Meet your guide at the designed meeting point. You will visit the main attractions in Helsinki like Helsinki Cathedral, Esplanade Park, Old Market Hall, and Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. After spending the morning sightseeing in Helsinki, your tour will continue to the charming medieval town of Porvoo. Take a walking tour of Porvoo to see the Old Town Hall, Porvoo Cathedral, and more. Oversee the red warehouses on the shoreline from the Bridge on Mannerheiminkatu Street. Porvoo is a dream come true for food lovers because it is known for its restaurants and cafes. Take a break to have lunch in a local cafe and visit a local artisan's shop (at your own expense). After sightseeing in Porvoo, we will head back to Helsinki and take you to the meeting point.

$200.86

5/5

3 h

Best of Helsinki: Private Walking Tour (3 Hours)

Experience the best of Helsinki on this 3-hour private walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Discover the city’s most important landmarks while learning about Finland’s fascinating history, Nordic culture, and modern way of life. Hear engaging stories about Helsinki’s transformation from a small harbor town under Swedish and Russian rule into the vibrant capital of Finland. Starting from a central meeting point, explore highlights such as Senate Square, the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, and the lively Market Square overlooking the Baltic Sea. Walk through elegant streets lined with beautiful architecture and visit important landmarks including Uspenski Cathedral and the green Esplanadi Park. Along the way, your guide will also share hidden corners of the city, local insights, and recommendations to help you make the most of your time in Helsinki. Hotel pick-up available for central hotels (Zone 1). Please confirm your hotel in advance.

$532.00

5/5

4 h

Helsinki Sightseeing Tour With Professional Local Guide

A tour that will give you an opportunity to see the best of Helsinki. We will provide transportation with a driver to see all the main attractions of the city. You will learn about the local culture, history, heritage and daily life. At the end of the tour we will walk around the center of town and the tour will end at the Senate Square.

$1,217.70

5/5

Helsinki city sightseeing and Seurasaari Island

Begin your tour around 10 am from the designated meeting point in Helsinki. First, we visit the city's cultural landmarks and historic monuments, including Esplanade Park, Market Square, Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, and Senate Square. After this city tour and a short break, we will continue to the Seurasaari island. The island is dotted with wooden buildings, which once belonged to farmers and villagers from all around Finland, and as you explore the rural villages, you’ll gain a fascinating insight into traditional Finnish life, culture, and heritage. After the tour, you will take public transportation back to the meeting point.

$153.57

5/5

Helsinki Highlights: walking tour with local guide

4-5 hours walking tour with a local guide in Helsinki the Capital of Finland. We will visit the main landmarks of Helsinki, learn the history and cultural aspects of Finland and Helsinki. Children below 16, accompanied by an adult, can join for free.

$106.11

5/5

2 h 30 mins

Sweet Helsinki Pastries and Hidden Stories

Welcome to a delicious walking tour through the streets of Helsinki, where local sweets, traditional pastries, and fascinating city stories come together. An unusual stroll through historic streets, parks, and beautiful architecture— from classic Finnish pastries to special local desserts. Along the route, you’ll learn about: Helsinki’s history and everyday life. We picked for you the stories behind Finnish desserts and café culture, as well as hidden corners and places that many visitors miss. Finland has a special tradition of baking and café culture, and Helsinki is the perfect place to experience it. Whether it’s a cozy bakery, a historic café, or a local favorite, each stop adds a sweet layer to the story of the city. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore Helsinki in a relaxed, fun, and tasty way — combining culture, sightseeing, and delicious discoveries. Come hungry and curious, and discover Helsinki the sweet way.

$140.69

5/5

3 h

3 hr Helsinki Private Panoramic Tour

Make the most of your Helsinki visit in 3 hours on this private tours that's operated with just you and your party: Enjoy a comprehensive driving tour starting from your hotel. This tour is also available for cruise ship and ferry passengers. Just choose your preferred tour start time and enjoy the sights of the Finnish capital!