Most booked tours and tickets in Helsinki
Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included
4.5586 reviews13h
from €145
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National Park Hike & Finnish Smoke Sauna Experience with Campfire Lunch
5.0245 reviews6h 30m
from €165
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Hiking tour in Nuuksio National Park with meal and snacks
4.9210 reviews4h 30m
from €94
Check availabilityTop sights in Helsinki
- 1Helsinki Cathedral
- 2Suomenlinna Fortress
- 3Design District
- 4Temppeliaukio Church
- 5Market Square
- 6Löyly Sauna
- A World Capital of Design: Explore the dedicated Design District, home to the Design Museum and flagship stores for iconic brands like Marimekko and Iittala. Witness architectural marvels like the Oodi Central Library and the undulating forms of the Kamppi Chapel of Silence.
- The Authentic Sauna Culture: Experience the modern sauna complex Löyly with its seaside dips, or seek out traditional public saunas like Kotiharjun Sauna. This is a non-negotiable social ritual, not just a spa treatment.
- Archipelago Access & Urban Nature: Take a 15-minute ferry to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, or explore the forests and cliffs of Nuuksio National Park, just 45 minutes from the city center.
Tickets and passes in Helsinki
Half-Day Nature Adventure to Nuuksio National Park from Helsinki
4.7104 reviews5h
from €70
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Exclusive 3 hour VIP Tour Helsinki by Lux Car with Guide+Lunch
5.02 reviews3h
from €245
Check availabilityFood and drink experiences in Helsinki
Helsinki Authentic Walking Food Tour with 8 Local Tastings
4.9178 reviews3h 30m
from €103
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Helsinki
Archipelago Excursion from Helsinki with Lunch and Transportation
5.0153 reviews5h
from €115
Check availabilityHidden gems in Helsinki
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Sompasauna
A free, community-built and maintained public sauna located in the Kalasatama district, right by the sea.
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art Rooftop
The often-overlooked rooftop terrace of the Kiasma museum, next to the Helsinki Music Centre.
The 'Bank' Bunker (Merikasarmin Salakäytävä)
A hidden underground tunnel and bunker system built into the cliffs near the Foreign Ministry, originally used to transport gold.
Cafe Carusel in Kaivopuisto Park
A charming, old-fashioned café and restaurant located in a historic pavilion in Helsinki's most prestigious park.
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A small, serene cemetery on the island of Kulosaari, known for its beautiful woodland setting and unique graves.
Day trips from Helsinki
Porvoo
50 min by bus or 1 hour by car
Finland's second-oldest town, famous for its picturesque, colorful wooden houses along the riverfront. It offers a charming, historic contrast to Helsinki's modernity.
Nuuksio National Park
45 min by bus from Helsinki city center
A pristine slice of classic Finnish lakeland and forest, perfect for hiking, berry picking, and experiencing the 'everyman's right' to roam in nature.
Tallinn, Estonia
2 hours by ferry
A journey across the Gulf of Finland to a beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, offering a completely different cultural and historical experience.
Plan your Helsinki trip
Things to do in Helsinki: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Helsinki?+
Top sights include Helsinki Cathedral, Suomenlinna Fortress, Design District and Temppeliaukio Church. Away from the crowds, try Sompasauna and Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art Rooftop.
What are the most popular tours in Helsinki?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are A Finntastic Walking Tour with a Local Guide (4.9 stars, 924 reviews); Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included (4.5 stars, 586 reviews); Discover Helsinki City Walk - Multiple Tours Daily (4.8 stars, 440 reviews).
How much do tours in Helsinki cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €20 and €338 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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