Taka-Toolo

To get a real feel for the various sights, sounds and textures of Helsinki, pull on some comfortable shoes and explore surrounding areas like Helsinki, Meilahti, and Vallila.

To better understand Helsinki, visit one of its museums and theaters. Visit some of the interesting artistic and historic collections including the Helsinki City Museum, the Museum of Finnish Architecture and Sederholm House. There are plenty of excellent art galleries to visit. In particular, don’t miss the Atheneum Art Museum. To catch home-grown and touring acts, reserve seats at the Helsinki Music Centre, the Swedish Theatre and the Finnish National Opera, one of the region’s best-loved performing arts venues.

If you are into nature, go and check out some of the nearby green spaces. These are good spots to breathe deeply and relax. If you are up for a walk head to a beach, for example Hietaniemi Beach.

Visitors looking for interesting places to visit in and around Helsinki should go and see Mannerheim Statue, Senate Square and Uspenski Cathedral. Take the time to visit places of worship such as the Old Church of Helsinki. Enjoy the atmosphere and get an appreciation of the impotence of faith in Taka-Toolo.

If you are looking to give your credit card a workout, visit Stockmann, the Hakaniemi Market Square and Kamppi Center.

While vacationing in Taka-Toolo, be sure to see the Jokerit ice hockey team in winter at the area’s iconic Hartwall Arena. The stadium also offers behind the scenes tours, giving visitors a chance to learn about the stadium’s inner workings and about local sporting heroes past and present.

Finding somewhere handy to stay close to Taka-Toolo is easy. Check out the rooms, rates and amenities at the GLO Hotel Art, the GLO Hotel Helsinki Kluuvi, or the Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel, Helsinki.