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Helsinki, Finland
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When to visit
Nähtävyydet kohteessa Helsinki, Finland
1. Helsinki Cathedral (Tuomiokirkko) - Senate Square
2. Suomenlinna Sea Fortress (Suomenlinna)
3. Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church)
4. Market Square (Kauppatori)
5. Uspenski Cathedral
6. Esplanadi Park (Esplanadinpuisto)
7. Ateneum Art Museum (Ateneumin taidemuseo)
8. Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
9. Oodi Central Library (Oodi)
10. Sibelius Monument (Sibelius Park)
Traditional Sweet Dishes
Korvapuusti
Korvapuusti literally means "a slap on the ear", a playful name inspired by the bun's pinched shape, and its cardamom-scented dough has been a beloved Finnish café staple for generations.
Runeberg torte
The Runeberg torte is named for national poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg, and every February 5th Finns enjoy these almond cakes topped with raspberry jam to celebrate his birthday.
Pulla
Pulla is a soft, cardamom-scented braided bread made for sharing, and it is practically designed for kahvihetki, the cherished Finnish coffee moment enjoyed throughout the day.
Traditional Savory Dishes
Karjalanpiirakka
Karjalanpiirakka features a thin rye crust filled with creamy rice porridge, and it is traditionally eaten warm with a spread of egg butter that creates a silky, savory contrast.
Kalakukko
Kalakukko is a rustic pie of fish and pork baked inside a dense rye loaf, originally made to be carried on long journeys because the bread preserved the fillings for days.
Meatballs (Lihapullat)
Lihapullat are Finnish meatballs seasoned simply and served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam, a comforting combo that showcases the Nordic taste for sweet and savory together.
Traditional Beverages
Coffee
Finland drinks more coffee per person than any other country, and coffee breaks are woven into work and social life so tightly they are often called a national pastime.
Sahti
Sahti is an ancient farmhouse ale flavored with juniper and often made without hops, its cloudy, unfiltered pour smells of bread and berries and connects modern drinkers to rural brewing traditions.
Kotikalja
Kotikalja is a mildly fermented, low-alcohol bread beer once brewed at home, its malty sweetness made it a common table drink before commercial sodas became widespread.
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Day trips
Nuuksio National Park
Lakes, trails and Finnish forest scenery close to city.
Google MapsTallinn (Estonia)
Medieval old town across the Gulf of Finland (day-trip).
Google MapsFiskars Village
Arts, design shops and a historic ironworks village.
Google MapsKommentit (10)
Suomenlinna ferry was serene early morning, skip the midday crowds if you want quiet.
Seafood and rye everywhere, salmon soup saved me on a rainy afternoon, prices are steep but portions generous.
Thought it would be lively at night, but lots of places close early, nightlife is quiet compared to other capitals.
Check museum websites, many have free or reduced entry slots on certain days. We saved a lot just planning.
If you go in shoulder season, bring a waterproof layer and comfy walking shoes, sudden showers and cobblestones are unforgiving.
Getting there
Airports
Train stations
Long-distance VR lines to Tampere, Turku, Lahti, Kouvola; commuter lines.
Major long-distance and commuter connections; rail link to airport via Ring Rail.
Use the Ring Rail train (I/P) or Finnair City Bus from HEL to the city center.
Klikkaa saadaksesi eSim kohteeseen Helsinki, Finland
Helpoin ja edullisin tapa saada mobiililaajakaista missä tahansa matkustatkin.