Sightseeing

Vanhankaupunginlahti – Oasis in the Heart of the City

Vanhankaupunginlahti means the “old city bay”. Helsinki was originally founded here in 1550 by King…

Visit St. Petersburg Visa-Free via Helsinki

Helsinki’s location makes it a great starting point for anyone who wants to explore the…

Helsinki’s Talking Statues

Statues and sculptures abound throughout Helsinki, and these statues tell interesting stories that are often…

Lapinlahti Mental Hospital and Park – Hidden History in Helsinki

The Lapinlahti former psychiatric hospital stands poised on the edge of Lapinlahti Bay, a naturally…

10 Must-See Museums in Helsinki

Here are 10 must-see museums for you to visit in Helsinki that offer a wide…

From Rococo to Realism

Profane art (or secular art) had its hesitant origin in Finland in the 18th century…

National Fervour and Symbolism in Finnish Art

The influence of plein-air painting The adoption of the plein-air method drove Finnish artists out…

Meet Our Lovely Neighbour

Getting from Helsinki to Espoo is even easier, now that the new West metro extension…

Ferry To Suomenlinna

The ferry service to Suomenlinna is operated by the Helsinki Region Transport Authority (HSL). Depending…

Tourist Information

Helsinki Tourist Information Services  You can find official tourist information service points at several locations throughout Helsinki.…