The must-sees, and the must-feels of Helsinki

Climb the steps of the grand white Helsinki Cathedral and feel the breeze from the sea. Take a ferry from the market square and explore the magical archipelago of 300+ islands. 

Walk through the greatest display of Art Nouveau buildings in Europe and visit the central library Oodi – the public living room of Helsinkians. Or explore the city in the footsteps of world famous artists like composer Jean Sibelius, architect Alvar Aalto, or Tove Jansson, the creator of the Moomins. 

Immerse yourself into Helsinki with your senses. Taste it, feel it, swim in it (and have a sauna, of course!).

Woman enjoying spring in Sibelius Park in Töölö (2)

More picks to go & see:


Whether in Helsinki for just a few days – or a lifetime! – there are certain, very Helsinkian things to see and experience. Here are some more top tips, in case you’re only staying for a shorter while: