Sights and attractions
Helsinki is a vibrant and diverse city, where most major sights can be found within walking distance of
the city centre.
The city has excellent public transportation, which will conveniently take you to where ever you want to go. If you want to rest your feet you can board the tram 3B or 3T for taking a relaxing city tour – all free of charge with Helsinki Card.
Helsinki offers countless holiday experiences for families.
Spend a hilarious day at the Linnanmäki amusement park, have a picnic at historical Suomenlinna Sea Fortress or learn more about Scandinavian animals at the Korkeasaari Zoo.
On entering sights, show your Card to the ticket attendant, who writes down the number of your Card.
Opening hours on holidays
Most sights and museums are closed on the
following holidays 2012: New Year’s Day (1.1.), Epiphany (6.1.), Good Friday (6.4.), Easter Sunday (8.4.), Easter Monday (9.4.), May 1st (1.5) , Ascension Day (17.5.), Whitsuntide (27.5.), Midsummer Days (23-24.6.), All Saint's Day (3.11.), Independence Day (6.12.), Christmas Eve (24.12.), and Christmas Day (25.12.).
Further information on opening hours:
Helsinki City Tourist and Convention Bureau,
Pohjoisesplanadi 19,
tel. +358 9 3101 3300.
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The totally renovated City Wintergarden was founded in 1893. It is a peaceful sanctuary, where the floral splendour varies according to the season. Read more
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The guided walk (ca 1h) takes in the main fortress sights and its history. Departure from the Visitor Centre. Read more
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Korkeasaari is one of the most northerly zoos in the world with several rare species. Founded in 1889. Read more
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A lively exhibition centre and Planetarium, for people of all ages. Theme exhibitions. Read more
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Information and exhibition space for urban and traffic planning, housing and architecture. Changing exhibitions about tomorrow's Helsinki. Read more |
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The amusement park, which is located in the middle of Helsinki, is the city's biggest attraction in the summer and offers plenty of excitement for the whole family. Read more
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A favourite meeting place for locals and tourists. Fish, seasonal produce, flowers and souvenirs on sale. Tent cafés. Read more |
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Marine aquarium with hundreds of fascinating sea creatures incl. sharks and rays. Located in Linnanmäki area. Read more
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The totally refurbished Stadium Tower is 72 metres (235 feet) high. It is the best place to see the urban landscape and entire central Helsinki. Read more
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Tourist information on Suomenlinna. Suomenlinna Museum in the same building. Departure point of the guided walking tours. Read more |
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Quarried out of the natural bedrock, tha church is one of Helsinki’s most important tourist attractions and a popular venue for concerts. Read more |
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Snakes and lizards from the tropics. Also fish and birds. Read more
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