Private tour in Helsinki Susanna A

Helsinki Orientation Tour

5.0

(11) reviews

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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Susanna A.

5.0

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My name is Susanna and I'm experienced Helsink tourism guide. I've been involved in tourism business since beginning of 1990's, mostly as a guide and tour leader. I'm authorized Helsinki and Suomenlinna guide and also gained the status of FAM guide, Helsinki design guide , Oodi Central Library guide and Helsinki Winter Garden guide. I was born in Helsinki and lived here most of my life so my knowledge of my home city is excellent. Some of my special areas as Helsinki guide are walking tours in the city of Helsinki, food and gourmet tours, nature photographing tours and nature tours around Helsinki area, tours to interesting sights around Helsinki like Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Seurasaari Open Air Museum, Porvoo or Gallen-Kallela museum. If you are interested in Finnish design and shopping I can show you very attractive places. Because of long background guiding, tour leading and good knowledge of Helsinki I can pay attention to your wishes and needs and plan a special tour for you. Just let me know what is your main interest and I'll plan you wonderful day here in Helsinki. My guiding languages are English and Finnish. Authorized guide in Helsinki since 2006 Authorized guide in Suomenlinna Sea Fortress Design and Shopping guide FAM guide Helsinki Winter Garden guide Tour Leader since 1996 ( Finland, Europe, Africa, Asia, America & Oceania ) I don´t drive but I arrange car or van with driver.

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Overview of your Helsinki tour

On this walking tour, you learn about the history and culture of the city. This tour is a great way to get orientated with the city, particularly for first-time visitors. City orientation tour includes Lutheran Cathedral, a visit to the unique Church in the Rock and Market Square, which is bustling with activities with vendors selling fresh food and souvenirs.

Recent Reviews

Dawn D.United States
June 2026

One of the best tours I have ever done! Susanna is friendly, personable, and flexible. She didn't bat an eye when someone in our group asked to stop by a grocery store. Susanna translated various items for us, helped our group pick up some Finnish candies to take home and even shared some salted licorice with us. She helped us navigate the rail system from the port to downtown. Susanna also helped us find a store that sold contact lens solution when I ran out. Susanna wanted us to understand the Finnish way of life and our group of 8 loved every minute!

JoEllen C.
July 2025

Great tour and helpful connections in airport

Margaret S.United States
May 2025

What an amazing tour! We did it all. Susanna was very informative and easy to be with. Me and my 2 daughters (13 and 15) learned a lot of the history, saw the beautiful architecture, tried local chocolate, saw the AMAZING library, visited the food market & shopped! Susanna showed us all of the Finnish retail stores and we even have a new favorite book series to read! (Moomin) She encouraged us to try reindeer and it was amazing! You won’t regret booking this tour. It’s a quick, easy and efficient way to learn about Helsinki culture. We were on a cruise so we were able to head to the Loyly sauna after and maximize our day. Susanna is wonderful! Don’t miss this!!!!!!!!

Brian D.United States
June 2018

Susanna was terrific! She was very accommodating to our special needs and a delight to work with. We highly recommend her services for anyone coming to Helsinki.

Paul D.United States
October 2017

Susanna has an excellent knowledge of Helsinki and Finnish history. She has wonderful sense of humor especially when describing the reaction of the Finnish people to all the changes they have gone through in the last 100 years. She was extremely helpful gaining an understanding the way life is in Helsinki and in the rest of Finland. . She also provided outstanding hotel and restaurant recommendations and in general is fun to be with. We would highly recommend Susanna when touring Helsinki.

Cheryl B.United States
July 2017

Susanna, thank you for the great introduction to Helsinki, Suomi. We learned so much about the culture and history. Touring the local markets was the highlight.

Your Helsinki tour itinerary

Tour starts from the Helsinki Cathedral and the Senate Square, continueing to the Market Square and the Esplanade which are full of cafés, design shops and interesting historical sights and ending to the spectacular Church in the Rock.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking tour

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Rock Church 8€/ person
Meeting location

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Any city hotel or ferry terminal

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
75903
Languages
English
Finnish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Helsinki best suited for?

This private tour in Helsinki is perfect for first-time visitors who want to get oriented with the city. It's also ideal for those interested in learning about the history and culture of Helsinki. The tour is kid-friendly, making it suitable for families, and the light activity level ensures it's accessible for most travellers.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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