Private Helsinki Sightseeing walking + Car
Description
A perfect tour of the amazing city where you will have an opportunity to learn lots about the city and also the country. I have been living in Helsinki for 19 years. I am originally from Portugal. My tours are not all about the facts and dates, but more to give you a balanced view of Finnish culture, history, economy and everday living. I am confident that at the end of the tour you will feel that it was not just a city tour but a memorable day in Helsinki with a new friend. The tour is walking around the city visiting places and we will take a car when to visit the places that are within more distance. Helsinki is a great city and easy to walk around the beautiful buildings and visit the local places also.
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Itinerary
Helsinki Central Library Oodi is a living meeting place at Kansalaistori square, right at the heart of Helsinki. It is one of 37 branches of Helsinki City Library and part of the Helmet library network. Oodi complements the cultural and media hub formed by Helsinki Music Centre, Finlandia Hall, Sanoma House and the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma. Oodi is a non-commercial, urban public space that is open to all, right opposite the Parliament Building.
The world famous composer Jean Sibelius' monument by Eila Hiltunen is located at the Sibelius park. The Sibelius Monument, resembling organ pipes, is made of welded steel. The monument is one of Helsinki's most popular statues and one of the most well-known tourist attractions a perfect place for a nice picture and learn about Sibelius.
Rock Church a stop to admire the amazing Architecture one of the main attractions in Helsinki. Situated in the heart of Helsinki Rock church hall is covered with a dome, lined with copper and supported on the rock. Due to its excellent acoustics the church is a popular venue for concerts.
Helsinki Uspenski Cathedral, With its golden cupolas and redbrick facade, the church is one of the clearest symbols of the Russian impact on Finnish history.
The Helsinki Central railway station, a pearl among Helsinki's art nouveau buildings, designed by Eliel Saarinen.
The Senate Square and its surroundings form a unique example of Neoclassical architecture. The square is dominated by four buildings designed by Carl Ludvig Engel, Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, the main building of the University of Helsinki and the National Library of Finland.
The popular Esplanade Park is the most famous park in Finland the green heart of Helsinki. During the summer lots of music, Performances, Lots of picnics, Finnish design shops, cafes retaurants a nice walk around Market Square.
Helsinki Jugendstil Art Nouveau & Jugendstil architecture of Helsinki
A stop where all the locals go Sauna and then the swimming on the Baltic Sea.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up at your destination. If bigger car need please advise
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
Paulo was very kind, he was with us since we landed, he took us to see the city, the main tourist attractions, he gave us tips on cafes, shops and restaurants. It was really cool to learn a little more about the history of this beautiful place and how the people live. At the end of the trip we went to Porvoo, a small medieval town with wooden houses, super cool! I recommend 😊
My husband and I came to Finland to explore his family history and learn about this beautiful country. Paulos was the perfect tour guide and ambassador of all that makes Finland so special. He is a fountain of information with regard to the history of the country as well as a champion for all that is beautiful in present day Finland and a beacon of hope for the bright light of Finlands future. Paulos is an amazing tour guide and a wonderful person. He is excited about showing this country. Thorough in his planning of the tour and responsive and kind both pre and post tour. He is truly a lovely person and consummate professional.
Paulo is amazing as a guide and as a Cover. It gave us an unforgettable day. It exceeded our expectations. Congratulations and thanks!
We did a half day Helsinki tour with Paulo in his car and it was absolutely fantastic. Paulo was was detailed with his explanations and showed us around the best places in the city. He is very passionate about his work and treated our family like his personal guests. I would highly recommend this tour. Best way to see Helsinki.
Our recommendation: Half day Helsinki trip with Paulo in his car . He showed us this amazing European City from its best side, explained history as well as nowadays topics . We both were absolutely fascinated from the walk in the city and the car drive along the Baltic Sea . We have seen many different parts of the city, churches and the huge Icebreakers. Thank you so much Paulo for this 5 star ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Helsinki Tour . Jürgen and Bettina, Dreieich, Germany 🇩🇪
Hi Bettina thank you so much for your review. I am happy that you and Jürgen had amazing time in Helsinki was great to be your guide showing the amazing city. Regards Paulo
Paulos tour thoughout Helsinki was simply amazing. What can you expect? An extremely pleasant and kind gentleman with good manners (very important for us), a great sense of humour (his Portuguese background), a clean, comfortable car (and safe driving!), lots of inside information about the city - and most importantly: a lot of fun! From taking a look at the icebreakers of the Baltic sea to the Russian church and the food market - great value for money! What I really think distinguishes Paulo from other fantastic local guides is that he has the ability to look at Helsinki and the Nordics not only as a resident of the city but also as someone who had to get accustomed to the Nordics himself. So he broadened our perspective of the city quite substantially. Bottom line: the trip was a birthday present for my wife and she absolutely loved it. We flew in from Frankfurt, Germany, in September and Paulo picked us up at the airport which was a very pleasant experience. Top man!
Thank you so much for your review was great too meet you and show you all the city hopeful one day you visit again. Regards Paulo
Paolo picked us up from the airport and drove us around Helsinki showing us the most amazing places of interest in the city , he took us to a food market to get something to eat at the end and then took us back to the airport in time to catch our flight. Incredible service , great knowledge and just an overall great guy, thank you again Paolo Cheers
Thank you Paulo for such an enjoyable day! We learnt a lot and really appreciated how you tailored both the information to the children as well as what we saw. It was such a comfortable way to sightsee with a very friendly face. A Helsinki highlight!
I’ve sent several queries to several tour operators but Paulo was the most responsive. We were so happy we booked our tour with him. He was very thorough, friendly and cordial. He made sure we had a great time. Prior and after our trip, he was still in touch with us. Definitely, well recommended!
Thank you so much for the review. Was great to meet all of you and show the city even was a bit cold but was a great day. Hope one day see all of you again. Regards Paulo
