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A Finntastic Walk in Helsinki (with Lunch)

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Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 10 people

7 hours

walking

Party size:

1

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Overview of your Helsinki tour:

Hello and tervetuloa! 🇫🇮 - Did you know that there are more saunas than cars in Finland? - Is Finland really the happiest country in the world? Join my Finntastic tour and get all your questions about the unique Finnish culture answered! This tour is not only informative but also very fun. We’ll explore some of Helsinki’s architectural and historical highlights, including: • The iconic Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral • The beautiful Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral • Oodi Library and The Modern Destrict of Helsinki • The legendary UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Sea Fortress • And yes — we’ll talk about Finnish food too (and where to try the best local dishes) Along the way, we will dive into Finland’s past and present, the Finnish mindset, education, politics, and everyday life — all through the eyes of a local guide. I’d be happy to welcome you and show you around this beautiful city. Come curious, leave inspired!

Your Helsinki tour itinerary

1. Senate Square: A perfect starting point to dive into the story of Finland and Helsinki. 2. The iconic Helsinki Cathedral, that you might have already seen pictures of, 3. University of Helsinki, Learn what makes the Finnish education system so admired around the world. 4. Government Palace, where we discuss the politics briefly. 5. Uspenski Cathedral, The largest Orthodox church in Western Europe, 6. Market Square – What do Finns eat and drink? Let’s find out! 7. A local Lunch at the Old Market Hall (Closed on Sundays) 8. Ferry to Suomenlinna – an 18th-century Swedish fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 9. Esplanadi (Espa), Often called Helsinki’s Champs-Élysées 10. Coffee Break at Fazer Café – the oldest café bar in Helsinki Optional Stops (Time & Energy Permitting): 11. Central Train Station – A stunning Art deco masterpiece 12. Oodi Library – Voted the best public library in the world in 2019

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

- In the city center, we walk as Helsinki is a walkable town. - To Suomenlinna island, we'll need to take a ferry. - A private sedan car can be arranged upon request, which will cost you around 200€extra.

What's included
  • Other: Lunch (Salmon soup)
  • Private Guide
  • Tickets: Helsinki Cathedral, Uspenski Cathedral
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Don't forget to bring swimwear if you would like to try a Finnish sauna. Sauna entry fee is excluded and it costs 23 euros per person including a towel. Install the HSL app to purchase a single-day ticket which is 9 euros per person and with that you can use all public transportation of Helsinki (tram, bus, ferry, train, metro)
  • Public Transportation
  • Tastings
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Private Transportation With Driver
  • Private Transportation
Meeting location

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

We can start at: 1, Senate square, next to the statue of Alexander II 2, Cruise ship port 3, Your hotel in helsinki

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

Architecture

History

City Highlights

Languages
Fluent

English

Fluent

Finnish

Basic

German

Activity level
Minimal
5

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(4)

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

walking

Party size:

1

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Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

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Free cancellation up to 15 days before your tour

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