Laajasalo

To feel the real pulse of Helsinki, pull on some comfortable shoes and discover nearby neighborhoods like Vallila, Vartiokyla, and Toukola.

To really get a feel for Helsinki, take a trip to one of its fabulous cultural destinations. Learn, admire and become intrigued in the variety of museums including the Helsinki City Museum, the Museum of Finnish Architecture and Sederholm House. Pay a visit to the Atheneum Art Museum, to get your fix of art. To experience Helsinki’s vibrant arts scene, book a show at one of the gorgeous performing arts institutes such as the Swedish Theatre.

If you could do with a spot of retail therapy, visit the boutiques, stores and stalls that are part of the Iittala Outlet Arabia, the Kauppatori Market Square and Helsinki Street.

Watch the Jokerit go head to head with rival teams in their home stadium, Hartwall Arena. If you’re visiting Helsinki with someone obsessed with sports, why not treat them to one of Hartwall Arena’s behind the scenes tours.

Finding somewhere convenient to rest your head close to the Laajasalo area couldn’t be easier. The GLO Hotel Helsinki Kluuvi, the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki and the Hotel Haven are just some of the most popular accommodation options here.