Kontula Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre during your trip to Helsinki. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Helsinki Zoo
Explore the planet’s wildest environments and discover the animals that live in this zoo, one of only a few in the world located on an island.
Helsinki Cathedral
Stop at this beautiful Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral to admire its stunning architecture and see a magnificent collection of zinc sculptures.
Linnanmaki Amusement Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Linnanmaki Amusement Park during your trip to Helsinki. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Kauppatori Market Square
Shop for locally made handicrafts, gourmet Finnish food, souvenirs and many more exceptional items in this famous market in the center of Helsinki.
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Other neighbourhoods around Kontula
Tikkurila
Tikkurila is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Heureka Finnish Science Centre and Helsinki Outlet.
Keskinen District
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Keskinen District. Helsinki City Library and Iittala Outlet Arabia are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Paavalin Kirkko Station or Makelanrinne Station to get around the larger area.
Kaakkoinen District
Kaakkoinen District is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Linnanmäki & Sea Life and Helsinki Zoo are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Herttoniemi Station or Kulosaari Station to get around.
Pasila
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Pasila. Mall of Tripla is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pasilan asema Tram Stop or Esterinportti Station to see more of the city.
Kallio
You might enjoy the shopping while in Kallio. Hakaniemi Market Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Karhupuisto Station or Kaarlenkatu Station to see more of the city.
Katajanokka
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. Top attractions like Uspenski Cathedral and Allas Sea Pool are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Vyokatu Tram Station or Mastokatu Station to see more of the city.