Suomenlinna Travel Guide
Helsinki
Visit Suomenlinna
Popular places to visit
Suomenlinna Fortress
Hop across the islands of this historic archipelago and explore one of the world’s largest sea fortress, its museum and its surrounding buildings.
Suomenlinna Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Suomenlinna Museum during your trip to Helsinki. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Helsinki Old Town Tour with Archipelago Boat Cruise Tickets
Suomenlinna: Private Tour with an Authorized Guide
Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki
Top hotels in Suomenlinna
Marski by Scandic
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Hobo Helsinki
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Suomenlinna
Ullanlinna
If you're spending time in Ullanlinna, check out sights like St. John's Church or St. Henry's Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kapteeninkatu Station or Neitsytpolku Station.
Katajanokka
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. Top attractions like Helsinki Sky Wheel and Uspenski Cathedral 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 Kauppatori Market Square and Helsinki City Hall, and jump on the metro at Kolmikulma Station or Etelaranta Station to see more of the city.
Helsinki City Centre
Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.
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.
Kruununhaka
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Kruununhaka. Top attractions like Military Museum of Finland and Helsinki Cathedral are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Snellmaninkatu Station or Vironkatu Station to see more of the city.
- Suomenlinna Fortress
- Kauppatori Market Square
- Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
- Helsinki Cathedral
- Olympic Stadium
- Helsinki Ice Hall
- Helsinki Zoo
- Senate Square
- Linnanmaki Amusement Park
- Finlandia Hall
- Sello Shopping Centre
- Stockmann
- Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
- Uspenski Cathedral
- Temppeliaukio Church