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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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Popular places to visit
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in 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 galleries 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
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Linnanmaki Amusement Park during 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.
Nuuksio National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nuuksio National Park, a lovely green space in Helsinki.
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 Southern Finland
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
Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kamppi Shopping Center.
Kluuvi
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.
City Center
If you're spending some time in City Center, Turku City Theatre and Paavo Nurmi Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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 of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.
Pasila
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Pasila. Mall of Tripla is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to see more of the city.
- Flamingo Entertainment Centre
- Helsinki Zoo
- Helsinki West Terminal
- Kauppatori Market Square
- Senate Square
- Aalto University
- Finlandia Hall
- Stockmann
- Jumbo Shopping Center
- Hakaniemi Market Square
- Hame Castle
- Turku Castle
- Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Esplanadi
- Iso Omena
- Hartwall Arena