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)

£41
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
A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library

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

£9
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
76% of travellers recommend
Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket
Helsinki Walking Tour at Helsinki Architecture

Helsinki: Small-Group Architecture Walk with Interior Access

£40
per adult
Helsinki: Small-Group Architecture Walk with Interior Access
Helsinki to Tallinn and Back Ferry Ride

Helsinki to Tallinn and Back Ferry Ride

£34
per adult
Helsinki to Tallinn and Back Ferry Ride
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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 £101 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£101
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,434 reviews)
"Great location. Delicious breakfast. Nice staff"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Mikonkatu 23 Helsinki
The price is £120 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
£120
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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! (1,537 reviews)
"Stayed one night to explore Helsinki before heading home. This place was phenomenal with the best staff from checkin to the bar and mornig breakfast. The hotel is close to the train station and easy to access the city center. Would recommend staying to anyone visiting Helsinki"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Scandic Helsinki Hub

Scandic Helsinki Hub

3 out of 5
Annankatu 18 Helsinki
The price is £81 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
£81
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,269 reviews)
"First staff at saw at front desk was rude and not helpful. The other staff was nice."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Scandic Helsinki Hub
Scandic Grand Marina

Scandic Grand Marina

4 out of 5
Katajanokanlaituri 7 Helsinki
The price is £73 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
£73
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Scandic Grand Marina
Clarion Hotel Helsinki

Clarion Hotel Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Tyynenmerenkatu 2 Helsinki Uusimaa
The price is £94 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
£94
21 Nov - 22 Nov
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! (1,634 reviews)
"A very nice and modern hotel with great breakfast, a very nice outdoor roof pool and a rooftop bar."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Scandic Simonkenttä

Scandic Simonkenttä

4 out of 5
Simonkatu 9 Helsinki
The price is £78 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
£78
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel is conveniently located near the main station. Clean and tidy. Check-in was efficient."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Scandic Simonkenttä
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Where to stay in 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 Tennispalatsi Finnkino Cinema.

A statue in front of a historic building with red-tiled roofs and stone architecture.

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 modern stadium with a curved roof and glass facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

Pasila

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Pasila. Mall of Tripla is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to see more of the city.

An airplane landing on a runway during sunset.

Aviapolis

While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Jumbo Shopping Center or Flamingo Entertainment Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.

Etelainen District Travel Guide

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