Bordering the Baltic Sea, one of the best-known outdoor markets in northern Europe is full of stands selling Finnish foods, flowers and souvenirs, and fishing boats lined up in the water selling seafood directly from the boat. The Czarina's Stone with its double-headed eagle of imperial Russia was the first public monument in Helsinki. Along the square is the blue and white City Hall, the Lutheran Cathedral, the Swedish Embassy, the Supreme Court, and the Presidential Palace.

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A statue of Alexander II is surrounded by the Helsinki Cathedral, the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, the yellow Senate building, the University of Helsinki's main building and the National Library. On the corner is the oldest stone building in Helsinki. A modern glockenspiel is heard every day at 17:49.

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Senaatintori

The Cathedral on the northern side of the Senate Square is one of the most popular tourist sights. The current main church was completed in 1852. Sculptures of the twelve apostles guard the city from the roof of the church.

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One of two churches that dominate the skyline, Uspensky is an eye-catcher, with multiple towers and spires topped by gold cupolas. The interior is impressive with intricate patterns set against marble and gold.

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Esplanade Park serves as a promenade for visitors and a place to relax for the locals. The park and the Espa Stage host many popular events.

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The statue depicts three smiths hammering on an anvil. It was damaged in a bombing during the Continuation War in 1944. Marks can still be seen in the base of the statue, and the anvil has a hole caused by bomb shrapnel.

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Ylioppilastalo

The Art Nouveau station's 48-meter-high clock tower was the first of several designs that resulted in the Chicago Tribune Tower. Step inside to see arched halls and delicate carved wall panels.

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The Chapel offers an opportunity to calm down in the middle of the busiest area in Finland. The curved shape of the building allows the space and views to flow in the urban surroundings.

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Lasipalatsi

Excavated directly into solid rock, the church hall is covered with a dome, lined with copper and supported on the rock walls by reinforced concrete beams. The interior walls are of rugged rock and rubble wall.

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Sammonkatu

Free entry

Sibelius, resembling organ pipes, is made of welded steel with over 600 pipes and with the bust of the composer on one side. The monument is one of Helsinki's most popular statues and one of the most well-known tourist attractions.

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The Old Market Hall in Helsinki has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell everything from cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee and tea.

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The outdoor garden attracts the visitor to experience the world of plants. The central garden is an open area with ponds and flowers, bordered by the glasshouses and rose bushes. A stone building houses a herbarium.

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Kaisaniemenpuisto

Sveaborg fortress was built in the 18th century to bar Russian access to the Baltic. During the war of 1808, it fell to the Russians. In 1918, it passed into Finnish hands and was renamed Suomenlinna. The journey from the Market Square to Artillery Bay takes about 25–40 minutes. The journey from the Market Square to King’s Gate takes about 30–45 minutes. Once there, you'll want at least an hour to explore, plus 30 minutes for the museum and 25 minutes or the entertaining film.

Ferry Service:
From Market Square at 10.20, 11.20, 12.00, 13.00, 13.40, 14.40
From Suomenlinna at 10.40, 11.40, 12.20, 13.20, 14.00, 15.00, 15.40, 16.20, 17.00

Water Bus Service:
From Market Square at 10.00, 10.30, 10.45, 11.15, 11.40, 12.00, 12.30, 13.00, 13.15, 13.45, 14.15, 14.30, 15.00
From Suomenlinna at 10.35, 11.00, 11.30, 11.55, 12.15, 12.45, 13.10, 13.30, 14.00, 14.25, 14.50, 15.15, 15.45, 16.05, 16.35

Free entry

The museum portrays the four wars Finland has fought during its independence and the story of the Finnish Defence Forces. Military artifacts include anti-aircraft guns and artillery, Soviet torpedos, and a Somali pirate boat.

Get a sense of what life was like in the Finnish navy during the wars of 1939-44. The restored submarine was one of five submarines to serve during the Winter War, WWII and the Continuation War.

The museum's collection of toys date from the 19th century, featuring hundreds of dolls, classic and historic teddy bears and other popular toys that reflect Finnish games and social history, including wartime.

East of the city is the island of Seurasaari, linked with the mainland by a footbridge. It has an open-air museum with old houses, farmsteads, a manor house, a church from Kiruna, and other timber buildings from all parts of Finland.

Free entry

A museum of everyday life offers perspectives to the history of the city. The permanent exhibition plunges into the history of Helsinki and shared memories of the past.

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Ritarihuone

Olympic Stadium, with its 72-meter-high tower provides a magnificent view of the city. Finland was awarded the Olympics prior to WWII. Cancelled during the fighting, the Olympics were finally held in Helsinki in 1952.

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Allas Sea Pool is an oasis of urban culture at the heart of the city. The marine spa has three saunas, two warm water pools and one sea water pool, an outdoor gym, restaurant & cafe.

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SkyWheel is one of the most recognizable attractions on the city's skyline offering unparalled views. A full ride on the wheel takes 10-12 minutes.

Discounted Price: €10,00

See 70 historic military, commercial and private planes aircraft used in Finland and other aviation-related artifacts. Experience interactive displays, flight simulators, and the Aero Auditorium.

Discounted Price: €5,50

Displays and exhibits showcase science and technology in a fun and educational way, inviting visitors to take part and experiment themselves. Ticket also includes movies at the planetarium and various guided programmes.

Discounted Price: €17.60

Korkeasaari is home to over 150 specials of animals and over 1000 different plant species. See creatures from the northern tundra to the tropical rainforest, from big cats, macaques and brown bears.

Discounted Price: €2 off

Walk through picturesque squares and narrow streets dating back to the Middle Ages and visit the medieval cathedral. Take a coffee break at one of the cafes and window shop in the boutiques.

The exhibition consists of 7 themed areas including tropical rainforest, coral reef and Ocean tank. It has 50 aquarium tanks and nearly 200 different species of animals.

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Kotkankatu

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Free entry

Musiikkitalo is a concert venue and meeting place open to all. During the season from September to May, Musiikkitalo hosts 70 to 100 concerts and other events every month.

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Kansallismuseo

Finlandia Hall is a concert and convention hall with a white facade of Carrara marble. To the north of the hall is a park, home to large chess boards and chess pieces.

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Kansallismuseo

Built in 1912 in a National Romantic style, the museum displays document the development of Finland from the Middle Ages through the Swedish and Russian empires and into a modern state.

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Kansallismuseo

Free entry