Helsinki & Suomenlinna: City Highlights Tour with Ferry Ride
About This Experience
- Convenient tour includes comfortable van transportation between sights.
- Experience Helsinki’s top sights in approximately five hours.
- Learn about Finland’s rich history and culture from your knowledgeable guide.
- Enjoy a scenic ferry ride to the historic Suomenlinna Sea Fortress in Helsinki’s harbor.
- At Suomenlinna, we include a tasting of Finnish favorites like salmiac, blueberry juice, and Karl Fazer chocolate — our own Willy Wonka.
Tour Itinerary
Oodi is Helsinki’s stunning central library, opened in 2018. Known for its striking modern architecture, Oodi is more than just a library—it’s a vibrant community hub offering books, creative spaces, a cinema, café, and panoramic city views. Located opposite Parliament House, Oodi has quickly become a symbol of Finnish innovation, learning, and open culture.
20 min
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium, opened in 1938 and designed by Yrjö Lindegren and Toivo Jäntti, is Finland’s largest stadium and a landmark of functionalist architecture. It famously hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics and remains a major venue for sports and events after its latest renovation in 2020.
20 min
The Sibelius Monument is a famous sculpture in Helsinki, Finland, honoring composer Jean Sibelius. Created by Eila Hiltunen in 1967, it features over 600 steel pipes and a bust of Sibelius, symbolizing his music and legacy.
20 min
Uspenski Cathedral is Helsinki’s striking red-brick Eastern Orthodox church, known for its golden domes and hilltop views. It’s the largest Orthodox cathedral in Western Europe.
20 min
Helsinki Cathedral is a neoclassical white church with green domes, overlooking Senate Square. Completed in 1852, it’s one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
40 min
Kauppatori, or Market Square, is Helsinki’s lively waterfront market, famous for its local food, crafts, and vibrant seaside atmosphere. We’ll spend about 30 minutes here, giving you time to enjoy Finnish cuisine or a light refreshment while soaking in the market’s unique charm.
2 hours
Suomenlinna is a historic 18th-century sea fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site located just off the coast of Helsinki. During our visit, we’ll spend about two hours exploring its scenic pathways and fascinating history together.
10 min
Kauppatori means “Market Square” in Finnish. After we return from Suomenlinna by ferry, our tour concludes here. You’ll have free time to explore the charming stalls, sample local treats, and enjoy the lively atmosphere at your own pace for the rest of the day.
What's Included
Included
- Flexible timing options for Customers travelling on same day.
- Suomenlinna Sea Fortress: Round-Trip Ferry & Guided Tour
- Guide English - Spanish
- Helsinki City Highlights by A/C Coach or Mini Van
- Hotel Pick-up (Selected Hotels)
- Uspenski/Helsinki Cathedral Tickets
- Tasting of Finnish Favorites Flavours.
Not Included
- Food and Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Not a Private Tour (Shared)
Meeting Point & Logistics
Start Point
Your guide will meet you at the main entrance of the meeting point with a Helsinki & Porvoo Tours sign. We advise our customers to arrive 5 minutes earlier.
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Important Information
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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