Helsinki Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Helsinki

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Helsinki City Centre

Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.

Helsinki City Centre
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Kamppi

Travellers choose Kamppi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Kamppi Station or Simonkatu Tram Stop and check out top sights like Kamppi Shopping Center.

Kamppi
Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art

Kluuvi

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Kluuvi. If sightseeing is on the list, Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Rautatientori Station or Rautatieasema Station to see more of the area.

Kluuvi
Kauppatori Market Square featuring a city, a fountain and a square or plaza

Etelainen District

Consider a visit to Löyly Helsinki and take some time to enjoy the interesting museums during your time in Etelainen District. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Länsiterminaali T2 Tram Stop or Eiranranta Tram Stop.

Etelainen District
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Aviapolis

While you're in Aviapolis, take in top sights like Finnish Aviation Museum or Jumbo Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aviapolis Station or Lentoasema Station.

Aviapolis
Katajanokka which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Katajanokka

Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Katajanokka. Top attractions like Helsinki Sky Wheel and Uspenski Cathedral are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Vyokatu Tram Station or Mastokatu Station to see more of the city.

Katajanokka
Marski by Scandic

Marski by Scandic

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 10, Helsinki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,979 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹7,979
₹9,097 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,332 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. Wonderful staff. Everyone was Very friéndotela and helpf"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Marski by Scandic
VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki

4 out of 5
Mannerheimintie 109, Helsinki
The price is ₹6,684 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹6,684
₹7,619 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,631 reviews)
"Breakfast is included. Breakfast area is spacious. A good variety to choose from. Room is nice and clean. Hotel looks newer. Check in process is a bit complicated with iPad. Close to the airport but away from all activities."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

VALO Hotel & Work Helsinki
Clarion Hotel Helsinki

Clarion Hotel Helsinki

4.5 out of 5
Tyynenmerenkatu 2, Helsinki, Uusimaa
The price is ₹10,177 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹10,177
₹11,601 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,297 reviews)
"It met all the expectations."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi

4 out of 5
20 Lönnrotinkatu, Helsinki
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Helsinki Cathedral and Sinebrychoff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
"The room was still very new and clean. I had an issue with passcode not showing, but it was solved quickly by chatting on WhatsApp."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Bob W Helsinki Kamppi
Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
22 Välimerenkatu, Helsinki
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Nice quiet hotel with a spacious room and friendly front desk. Tram stop is nearby which makes going around easy."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Unity Helsinki - A Studio Hotel
Bob W Kaarti

Bob W Kaarti

3 out of 5
Kasarmikatu 40, Helsinki
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Helsinki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Helsinki Cathedral and Esplanadi ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Great decor and level of cleanliness. Very handy facilities & extras (gym access & laundry room) and staff are responsive. Had a water disruption which was fortunately not too problematic timing, and was resolved reasonably quickly."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Bob W Kaarti
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Helsinki

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
148
5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
72
4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful laid back place to stroll through ! I'd recommend not taking any public transport or anything - very walkable city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Public saunas are worth while a visit: Kulttuurisauna, Löyly, Kotiharju etc. Some excellent dining options but you meed to do your reaearch. Hiking possible close by.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice city. Good public transport.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

very good transport system and wonderful new library for a rest and refreshment during the day.

2/5 - Disappointing

Traveler

Rich but Very expensive country and get dark very fast and rained and too cold for walking around or travel for pleasure. Not fun.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

There is not that much to actually do in Helsinki in the winter as it is so cold.

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