Helsinki City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Helsinki City Centre
Popular places to visit

Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.

Senate Square
Snap photos of the fascinating buildings surrounding this huge square, which is the cultural center of politics, religion and science in the city.

Stockmann
Discover one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping malls, filled with all your favorite brands and some of the city’s best food outlets.

Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
Study many exceptional works from the Finnish National Gallery’s collection of contemporary art and admire this museum’s stunning architectural design.

Ateneum Art Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ateneum Art Museum in Helsinki. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Helsinki Music Centre
Take a seat in one of Helsinki’s premier music venues, which is both a cultural hub in the city and an eye-catching architectural landmark.
Things to do

Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki

Helsinki: SkyWheel Helsinki Entry Ticket

Helsinki: Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket

Epic Helsinki: English Speaking Walking Tour
Top hotels in Helsinki City Centre

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
The room is Clean and the staff is nice.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Noli Katajanokka
Really smart rooms and spaces. Love that utilities such as hairdryer and ironboard / ironed are shared with other guests. The sauna and gym was great and we slept well and enjoyed our stay tremendously. Thank you! We’ll be back!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki
Room clean and comfy, staff kind and helpful, breakfast was fantastic.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Scandic Grand Marina
Room was basic and had a fridge but no kettle or tea/coffee supplies in room
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hobo Helsinki
Excellent hotel, I would have been happy to stay longer than one night. Self check-in worked well and was convenient. Hobo Sleeper was a great size for a solo traveller. Nice big bathroom with a quality shower. All the facilities I needed. Breakfast was high quality with some nice Finnish choices ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hotel Arthur
Beautiful. Great location
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Helsinki City Centre

Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Senate Square and Military Museum of Finland are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.

Kaisaniemi
While visiting Kaisaniemi, you might make a stop by sights like Kaisaniemi Botanical Garden and Kaunissaari Island.

Katajanokka
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. Top attractions like Helsinki Sky Wheel and Allas Sea Pool are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Vyokatu Tram Station or Mastokatu Station to see more of the city.

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.

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.

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.
Helsinki City Centre Travel Guide
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- Helsinki Cathedral
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- Visit Etelainen District
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- Visit Tammisalo
- Visit Tapiola
- Visit Ullanlinna
- Visit Vallila
- Helsinki Holidays
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- Kaisaniemen Puisto
- Kinopalatsi Finnkino Cinema
- Visit Lauttasaari Island
- National Theater
- Sederholm House
- Senate Square
- Stockmann
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Visit Uusimaa



