Etelainen District Travel Guide

Helsinki

A public square with a fountain, a statue, and a large white building in the background.
A crowded park with people sitting on the grass and walking around.
A bronze statue with a flower pot and daisies.
An interior space with modern furniture and white curtains.
A bustling outdoor market with white tents, various stalls selling crafts and textiles, and a prominent tower in the background.

Stay near popular Etelainen District attractions

A white building with ornate columns and a green dome.

Helsinki Cathedral

9.0/10 (2,178 reviews)
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
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Things to do

Tallink Shuttle MyStar

Tallinn day cruise from Helsinki (independent visit)

£42
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tallinn day cruise from Helsinki (independent visit)
Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

£13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket
Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Archipelago Cruise

Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Archipelago Cruise

£43
per adult
Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Archipelago Cruise
Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

£28
per adult
Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library

A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library

£8
per adult
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket

Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket

£7
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
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Top hotels in Etelainen District

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

4 out of 5
Vilhonkatu 13 Helsinki
The price is £112 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£112
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Clarion Hotel Helsinki

Clarion Hotel Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Tyynenmerenkatu 2 Helsinki Uusimaa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £90 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£90
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,483 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Marski by Scandic

Marski by Scandic

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10 Helsinki
The price is £105 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£105
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,728 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay, perfect location, breakfast was great!!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Marski by Scandic
Scandic Kaisaniemi

Scandic Kaisaniemi

3.5 out of 5
Kaisaniemenkatu 7 Helsinki
The price is £84 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£84
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved this property. The location is perfect for exploring the city centre. The room was lovely and the bed was so comfy. Breakfast had tons of options and was very delicious. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Scandic Kaisaniemi
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Mikonkatu 23 Helsinki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £128 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£128
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,358 reviews)
"Breakfast was great. I wish they would vary the menu every now and then, specially if you stay more than one night."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Clarion Hotel Mestari

Clarion Hotel Mestari

4 out of 5
51 Fredrikinkatu Helsinki
The price is £106 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£106
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Clarion Hotel Mestari
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Where to stay in Etelainen District

Find the best Etelainen District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Etelainen District
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A cobblestone street with buildings, a red umbrella café, and a domed building in the background.

Helsinki City Centre

Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Senate Square and Presidential Palace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.

A large, curved, wooden structure in an urban plaza with modern buildings in the background.

Kamppi

Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kamppi Shopping Center.

A modern building with a reflective pool in front.

Kluuvi

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.

A historic building complex with a central red-roofed structure, surrounded by colorful buildings and cobblestone streets.

Kaartinkaupunki

Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Kaartinkaupunki. You can visit top attractions like Design Museum and Kauppatori Market Square, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.

A pedestrian street lined with cafes, shops, and trees.

Punavuori

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Punavuori. Top attractions like Sinebrychoff Art Museum and Museum of Foreign Art are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Iso Roobertinkatu Station or Viiskulma Station to see more of the city.

Etelainen District Travel Guide

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