Get ready to explore Finland's beautiful capital, where breathtaking nature meets modernity and design while still being people-friendly. Surrounded by an archipelago of 315 small islands and strategically located in the heart of the Baltic region, the city is full of surprises! Jump aboard a comfortable City Sightseeing hop-on-hop-off bus to learn about its history and culture and jump off whenever you want to explore further.
Start your tour at Senate Square - which is dominated by 4 main buildings - Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, the main building of the University of Helsinki, and the National Library of Finland. Jump off at Eira and explore the beautiful Art Nouveau-style architecture of this colorful neighbourhood. Hop on again and head over to the flea market for souvenirs or to Market Square. Here you can treat yourself to a delicious meal: the salmon soup with rye bread is a must-try!
Continue the tour to see the impressive Temppeliaukio Church carved in rock and the Sibelius Monument, the soundwave-like sculpture made of organ pipes in honor of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Finish off your day with a visit to the National Museum of Finland.
Red Route
- Senate Square / Helsinki City Museum
- Old Market Hall
- Olympia Terminal (Silja Line) / Mannerheim Museum
- Café Ursula / Kaivopuisto Park
- Compass Square
- Eira
- Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHD (stop serviced only on certain cruise days)
- Hernesaari Cruise Terminal LHB & LHC (stop serviced only on certain cruise days)
- Löyly
- Flea Market / Bulevardi / Sinebrychoff Art Museum
- Swedish Theatre / Design Museum / Museum of Finnish Architecture
- Market Square (departure point for Canal Cruise)
- Sokos / Amos Rex / Kiasma / Parliament House / Helsinki Music Centre
- Temppeliaukio Church / Ham Helsinki Art Museum / Finnish Museum of Natural History
- Sibelius Monument
- Olympic Stadium / Tahto
- Linnanmaki Amusement Park / Sea Life Helsinki
- Linnunlaulu / Helsinki City Theatre
- Hakaniemi Market Square and Market Hall
