The ferry service to Suomenlinna is operated by the Helsinki Region Transport Authority (HSL). Depending on the season and the time of day, ferries run 1 to 4 times per hour, from the morning until the night throughout the year Departure of Suomenlinna ferries from the Market Square and Suomenlinna usually once an hour. From […]

Helsinki Tourist Information Services  You can find official tourist information service points at several locations throughout Helsinki. These service points provide information about the city, events and attractions, as well as maps and brochures to help you better plan your visit.  Service Points Tourist information service points can be found at the following locations:  The Pavilion.    The Pavilion […]

Hitting the beach may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you are planning a trip to Finland. It might comes as a surprise, therefore, that you can really enjoy the beach life in Helsinki when the summer comes around. There are plenty of beaches that can be enjoyed without having to […]

Update 13.3.2020: Helsinki Regional Transport has advised that bus tickets will not be sold on board, effective today. Use of the HSL app and travel cards continues as usual. HSL advises that routes continue to be operated normally, but asks the public to avoid unnecessary use of public transport. Helsinki is served by an efficient […]

If you’re in Helsinki for more than a few days, you can take advantage of the closeness to our neighbour Estonia by planning a day cruise to Tallinn.  Located south of Helsinki across the Baltic Sea, it is a great way to spend a day, either exploring the picturesque medieval old town in Tallinn or […]

Seurasaari island is an easily accessible spot for outdoor relaxation in Helsinki which can be enjoyed in all seasons, winter being no exception.  Here you can reconnect with nature, enjoy the benefits of winter walking or learn more about Finland’s folk history, all at once. Easy Access Although the open-air museum is closed in the winter, Seurasaari […]

On the seaward horizon from the Market Square, you’ll catch a glimpse of the church tower that doubles as a lighthouse on the island fortress of Suomenlinna, and it is also from the Market Square that the passenger ferries depart for the fortress. Suomenlinna is Helsinki’s top tourist attraction and worth a visit at any time […]

These days, the old fortress island of Suomenlinna is home to families and artists and is a part of the City of Helsinki, with a total year-round population of about 800. Access to the islands is possible from Helsinki’s South Harbour, with a ferry plying the short distance from the mainland from early morning until […]

Choice abounds when it comes to sightseeing in and around Helsinki. Here we will highlight some of the different ways you can explore the city and nearby locations. To start with, there is the ever-popular Hop-on hop-off tour. There are several companies arranging Hop-on hop-off sightseeing tours in Helsinki. Most of the buses have a […]