Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is a welcoming city offering a variety of historical and architectural attractions as well as cultural institutions and events. Helsinki is a modern European city offering its visitor cultural influences from both east and west.
Helsinki at a glimpse
The city of Helsinki has sauna bars and groovy bars, Siberian dim sum, trendy shopping and Art Nouveau and Jugend architecture - all this right on the glittering Baltic Sea. Helsinki offers a varied and distinctly Nordic experience. In this modern European city, east and west have met, and still meet. In Helsinki, you can take a tram or a guided tour to see the town if you are on a shorter city break, otherwise we recommend to stroll around, in this small city all the main attractions are within a walking distance.
In case you prefer sightseeing by bus take a look at Helsinki Expert's tours. You'll get Blue1 discount: 20% off on fares on Audio City Tour. Simply show your Blue1 ticket when booking.
Eager to try some Finnish delicacies? Head to the Market Square "Kauppatori" and taste local fish, famous meat pies or have a cup of coffee with a cinnamon bun! Foodsightseeing offers even more in depth experiences of Finnish food culture.
Main attractions
The main attractions in Helsinki include museums like Ateneum Art Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma and National Museum of Finland and several churches like the Cathedral design by C. L. Engel, orthodox church Uspenski Cathedral and Temppeliaukio Church, built inside a rock and of course Finlandia Hall designed by Alvar Aalto.
A great place to spend a day is to take a boat trip to UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Suomenlinna Fortress outside Helsinki. Other Interesting places to see, especially for children, are Helsinki Zoo Korkeasaari and Linnanmäki amusement park. For more information and inspiration about Helsinki visit Helsinki Tourist & Convention Bureau's site.
Finnish design and Design district Helsinki
Finnish design has for decades enjoyed an excellent international reputation, so do not miss your opportunity to discover both new and classic designer goods. Start with Design Forum Finland where you can find the latest trends in Finnish design and visit the Design museum for a permanent exhibition of Finnish design. Design Helsinki works whether you're looking for clothing, cool interiors or antiques.
For good bargain take the tram 6 to Iittala and Arabia Factory Outlet, which is the largest single sales center for Iittala, Arabia and Hackman products.
Helsinki is the World Design Capital in 2012 which epmhasizes the excellance of Finnish design. Blue1 is one of the main partners in this innovative and important design project.
Helsinki and its surroundings
There are many interesting places near Helsinki, too. You could rent a car and drive around or discover nearby towns and villages, or you could take an afternoon tour or a cruise to the old town of Porvoo, or even to Tallinn.
Helsinki Region info at the Visit Finland's site helps you to plan a great holiday in the capital of Finland and the areas nearby.
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Airport: Helsinki airport
| To city center |
19 km |
| Buses |
Nr. 415, 451, 615 |
| Taxi |
to city center takes 30 min. |