Best ways to experience winter in Helsinki

Amos Rex is an art museum where the past, present and future meet.

The Design Museum is an internationally recognized national specialist museum of Finnish design. The history of Finnish design is presented in the museums collection exhibition through living narratives, using today's technology and digital applications. The museum organizes eg. workshops and guided tours. There's also the Taito Cafe and the Design Shop museum shop. 2023: The Design Museum has free entry on the last Tuesday of every month all day, i.e. 11 am- 8 pm.

Helsinki's oldest and best known park is surrounded by embassies and villas. The nearby sea, rock cliffs and green lawns offer many opportunities to relax and enjoy the outdoors. During winter, if the snow situation permits, the park is popular for sledding. At the highest point of the park is the Ursa Observatory. There are also several cafées and restaurants along the shore and on the islands.

An outdoor café in a small, red cottage by the sea in Töölö with a vintage countryside interior and decoration. Fresh cinnamon buns and other delicacies are served in this charismatic and relaxed atmosphere. It is alsopossible to grill sausages bought from the cafe by the open fire on the yard. Everyone is welcome here, also pets.

The Old Market Hall in Helsinki has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell all sorts of cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee and tea. They are also more than happy to help with any special orders. Here you can also find the smallest Alko shop for wines and beverages, as well as cafe's and restaurants.